Simulators have revolutionised the way that race car drivers can train and practice to improve their skills and technique.
As the technology in professional simulators has continued to develop in recent years, so have the training and techniques we can deliver with them.
Gone are the days when racers had to rely solely on real-life track time to hone their abilities. So let’s explore how you can utilise our simulators at Focus Driver Performance to enhance racing techniques and accelerate your development.
For drivers outside the top-tiers professional motorsport, the ability to access in-session live telemetry may be limited.
However, we can use our simulators to bridge this gap by providing real-time feedback on technique development.
With our professional driver coaches analysing data and telemetry during simulated sessions, our customers can identify areas for improvement and receive guidance on refining their techniques.
This immediate feedback significantly speeds up skill development and helps racers make incremental improvements during their training sessions.
Simulators offer a controlled environment to work on specific racing scenarios by turning off external variables such as tire wear, track conditions, wind, and temperatures.
This controlled setting allows drivers to focus solely on improving specific skills without being distracted by external factors.
By eliminating these variables, not only does it mean that any improvements in lap times or overall performance can be attributed to the driver's improvement skills and technique, but also it allows the driver to see tangible improvements by the changes and adjustments that they have made. Something that could be masked by a degradation in tyres or track conditions.
Did you know that we can link our simulators? We can, and by doing so, you can practice specific scenarios by going head-to-head with our professional driver coaches.
This platform allows you to practice specific racing scenarios that are crucial for success on the track.
We can simulate real-life situations like start procedures and first-lap rehearsals, safety car restarts, battling for position, as well as driving under pressure defending from a competitor behind you.
This enables our customers to develop strategies, improve decision-making skills, and enhance their ability to handle high-pressure situations.
By repeatedly practising these scenarios that you will encounter out on track, you can gain the confidence and expertise needed to navigate them successfully during actual races.
Simulators offer the invaluable advantage of being able to benchmark yourself and compare performance against our professional racing drivers.
By accessing data from our experienced racers, drivers can gauge their performance against the best in the field.
This comparison provides valuable insights into areas where improvements can be made, and it motivates drivers to push further in the right areas.
In addition to the usual track simulation, our simulators also provide specialised brake training software, allowing drivers to practice and develop their braking skills.
By comparing their brake shapes against preset datum shapes, drivers can enhance their understanding and control of braking and throttle inputs.
This focused training helps drivers develop a better feel for the nuances of braking, allowing for more precise and efficient racing lines on the track.
Simulators have become an indispensable tool for race car drivers seeking to improve their technique and performance.
Embracing simulators as part of your regular training routine can accelerate your progress and provide a competitive edge.
Why not reach out to us here at Focus Driver Performance to discuss a simulator training program with our professional driver coaches?