Jan 12, 2022

Why Should You Be Corner Balancing Your Race Car

Optimizing your race car’s handling begins with understanding the essential process of corner balancing. While achieving overall weight reduction is a common goal, distributing that weight effectively across your vehicle is far more critical for competitive performance. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, we dive into the technical details of […]

Jan 9, 2022

Tire Temp Troubleshooting: Link Setup to Performance

Motorsport success hinges on the delicate relationship between a car and its tires. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, viewers gain essential knowledge on how to monitor and interpret tire temperatures to optimize track performance. Tim Guilden, product manager for the Hoosier Racing Tire road racing division, explains that achieving […]

Dec 15, 2021

Failing Tech Inspection? Here’s What Inspectors Check

Whether you are a newcomer to SCCA events or a seasoned racer needing a refresher, the technical inspection process is a foundational part of participating in any motorsport activity. This video serves as a comprehensive guide to help you navigate your next at-event tech inspection with confidence. The primary focus of SCCA tech inspectors is […]

Dec 10, 2021

Performance Driving: The Key To The Footwork

Join 10-time SCCA Solo National Champion Shelly Monfort as she breaks down essential driving techniques to help you master car control and improve your performance on the track. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, Shelly provides expert guidance on the critical skills required for smooth and efficient driving during high-performance maneuvers. First, you […]

Sep 25, 2021

Stop Faster: Choosing the Best Brake Compound for Your Car

Understanding how to manage your vehicle’s stopping power is essential for any motorsport enthusiast looking to improve their lap times and maintain control on the track. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by our partners at Hoosier, we break down the complexities of brake compounds to help you make the right choice […]

Sep 23, 2021

Scared of Rain Driving on Track? Do This Instead.

Discovering that rain is in the forecast on race day can be daunting, but professional driver and driving coach Tom O’Gorman is here to help you navigate those tricky, slick track conditions with confidence. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, we break down essential techniques for adjusting your driving style […]

Sep 19, 2021

How To Lift Your Car With a Floor Jack

Safely lifting your vehicle is the foundational skill every motorsport enthusiast needs to master before tackling DIY repairs or upgrades at the track or in the garage. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual series presented by Hoosier, we sit down with JG Pasterjak from Grassroots Motorsports Magazine to demystify the process of jacking […]

Aug 20, 2021

Seating Position Matters In Driving, Heres How To Find Yours

Are you setting yourself up for optimal control behind the wheel? Proper driver positioning is the foundation of every great lap time, yet many enthusiasts overlook the basics. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, professional driver and coach Tom O’Gorman breaks down his approach to getting comfortable and capable in the cockpit. Tom […]

Apr 25, 2021

SCCA E Production: Amateur Racing Basics & Setup

E Production stands out as one of the SCCA’s most diverse and fastest classes for production-based race cars, offering enthusiasts a thrilling platform to showcase high-performance engineering. In this episode of the Hoosier Shop Manual, we feature 2019 SCCA Runoffs Pole Award winner Jesse Prather, who provides an inside look at the technical appeal of […]

Apr 25, 2021

What Is a Spec Racer Ford Gen 3?

The Spec Racer Ford (SRF3) class stands as one of the most enduring and competitive categories within the Sports Car Club of America, delivering exceptional racing experiences for decades. Originally established as a professional series in the mid-1980s by SCCA Enterprises, this class remains a favorite for its affordability and the intense drafting and passing […]

Apr 24, 2021

What Does It Mean To Go Miata Racing

Discover what makes Spec Miata one of the most exciting and popular classes in SCCA club racing. This episode of our Hoosier Shop Manual series provides an inside look at the production-based Mazda Miata, specifically modified to meet SCCA racing guidelines. Learn about the key components that define the class, including the upgraded Penske Racing […]

Apr 24, 2021

What Is Super Touring Under?

The Super Touring Under (STU) class in SCCA road racing offers a unique playground for automotive enthusiasts who enjoy extensive vehicle development. This episode of the Hoosier Shop Manual series explores how STU bridges the gap between production street cars and highly modified race machines. Unlike more restrictive classes, STU rules provide racers with the […]

Apr 23, 2021

Modern Muscle and Horsepower: SCCA Touring 1

Discover the exhilarating world of Touring 1 (T1) in this installment of the SCCA Hoosier Shop Manual series. As one of the most intense and powerful production-based classes in the club, T1 showcases a diverse lineup of high-performance vehicles, including Vipers, Corvettes, Mustangs, and BMWs. If you have ever wondered how to get involved in […]

Apr 23, 2021

The Imports Take Over: SCCA Touring 3

Are you interested in close, competitive, wheel-to-wheel racing but worried about the high costs often associated with the sport? The Touring 3 class in the Sports Car Club of America might just be the perfect solution for you. In this episode of the Hoosier Shop Manual series, we take an in-depth look at this exciting […]

Feb 17, 2021

Meet Dan Dennehy, One of The Most Enthusiastic Racers You’ll Meet!

Join Dan Dennehy Rodriguez as he shares his inspiring SCCA journey, starting from his early days in autocross with the Steel City chapter to his recent involvement in the Time Trial Nationals program. Dan offers a unique perspective on the evolution of a motorsports enthusiast, detailing his progression from casual track events at Pitt Race […]

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Why Should You Be Corner Balancing Your Race Car

Tire Temp Troubleshooting: Link Setup to Performance

Failing Tech Inspection? Here’s What Inspectors Check

Performance Driving: The Key To The Footwork

Stop Faster: Choosing the Best Brake Compound for Your Car

Scared of Rain Driving on Track? Do This Instead.

How To Lift Your Car With a Floor Jack

Seating Position Matters In Driving, Heres How To Find Yours

SCCA E Production: Amateur Racing Basics & Setup

What Is a Spec Racer Ford Gen 3?

What Does It Mean To Go Miata Racing

What Is Super Touring Under?

Modern Muscle and Horsepower: SCCA Touring 1

The Imports Take Over: SCCA Touring 3

Meet Dan Dennehy, One of The Most Enthusiastic Racers You’ll Meet!

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