Tips for racing in the rain is one of the topics covered in this week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup. I also have advice on how to survive imposter syndrome, news on the new Lexus GT3 race car and an F1 car designed with no limits. All this and much more!
Racecraft Tips & Techniques
Here are a few articles to check out related to racing in the rain.
- J.G. Pasterjak of Grassroots Motorsports explains how a little bit of local knowledge can help you go fast in the rain. Read his tips here.
- Ross Bentley of Speed Secrets explains how he became more competitive while racing in the rain in his article Becoming Rainman.
- Ross is also holding a 2-day Masterclass on the Art (& Science) of Driving in the Rain on February 3rd & 6th, 2025. Registration closes February 1st. More information and how to register can be found here.
In the video above, IMSA drivers talk about managing fatigue during the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway.
Samir Abid of Your Data Driven explains how to overcome Imposter Syndrome in race driver coaching.
“If you’ve ever thought, “Am I missing something?” or hesitated to put yourself out there for fear of falling short, you’re not alone. Even the best coaches sometimes doubt themselves – even when they’ve already helped drivers achieve incredible results. The truth is, the path to building confidence in your coaching doesn’t start with knowing what other people are doing. It starts with clarity in your own approach.”
Read the full post here.
On Racing Drivers by Terence Dove explains how to resist pressure, eliminate errors and win on track. “Most drivers take the long road, gaining experience at the front over time, paying their dues. Or you can short-cut the whole process by reading this article—so that when you reach the front, you immediately convert speed into results.” You can read the complete article here.
Take a lap of Daytona International Speedway with Earl Bamber before last weekend’s IMSA Rolex 24 in the Cadillac VSeries.R in this onboard. If you were wondering what it is like racing in the Rolex 24, this will give you an idea. Watch the video here.
MotiV8 Training explains a technique on how to practice visualization by using YouTube in order to build up your muscle memory. “Muscle memory is the automatic response and actions when you are ‘in the zone’… when you don’t have to think about technique, your muscles just do what they have learnt. Like walking, no one can explain to me consciously what is the first action or muscle to move is when you walk. Yet we trust we know what to do when we need to, if we were to walk consciously every day, we would be like a child learning to walk, constantly falling over.” Read how to accomplish this technique here.
Race Car & Series Developments
RACER reports that Lexus preparing new GT3 model that is set to debut in 2026. “We’re working to develop the next generation of sports cars, including a new GT3 race car,” Lexus Motorsports senior manager Jeff Bal told RACER. “At this point in the development stage, we are unable to provide any further details.”
The TCR Australia Series have introduced the Kumho Cup for the 2025 season, with reduced entry costs and tire incentives designed to draw more of the older generation cars to the grid. It is designed to allow privateer drivers and teams the opportunity to compete on a national and global stage, while maintaining an attainable budget. Professional outfits are eligible to enter the Kumho Cup, but eligibility will be reviewed throughout the season based on round results.
Touring Car Times reports that the Belo Horizonte street race will join the 2025 TCR South America calendar on August 16-17 in Brazil. “Our presence at the BH Stock Festival is another step towards the growth and consolidation of the category on the South American scene, offering a differentiated experience to our partners, at a circuit that is both fast and challenging,” said Federico Punteri, president of TCR South America.
Will a new three-cylinder engine revive traditional F3 in Europe? That si the question posed by Autosport as it looks at the 2025 introduction of the TOM’S TGE33 in the Euroformula Open championship.
“What makes this engine substantially different to anything that has gone before is that the TOM’S TGE33 is based on the 1.6-litre, three-cylinder turbocharged G16E-GTS out of the Toyota GR Yaris road car. Finally, the 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, air-restricted racing engines – in Europe, the mainstays have been Spiess (formerly badged as Volkswagen in the old European F3 days) and HWA (Mercedes) – in use since 2014 are being pensioned off.“
Read the full article here.
From the Sim Racing Roundup
Max Verstappen draws parallels between sim racing and real-world racing in last week’s edition of the Sim Racing Roundup. You will also find out how realistic Assetto Corsa EVO is, learn why you should focus on driver confidence this year and much more!
Track Days
PalmerSport has announced that their first events of the 2025 season are open and ready to book in the following categories:
- Formula 3000 Single Seater
- Palmer JP-LM Sports Prototype
- Ginetta G56 GTA Race Car
- BMW M4 GTP
- Caterham PalmerSport Edition
Their season takes place from early March to December, with a selection of initial dates below:
- Thurs 13 March
- Fri 14 March
- Fri 21 March
- Sat 22 March
- Fri 28 March
- Sat 29 March
- Fri 4 April
- Sat 12 April
Contact their sales team on 01403 733 999 or sales@palmersport.com.
Check out the video above about Le Pinacle, an F1 car that was designed without any regard for current or proposed future rules.
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
