Get In and Go: Optimizing a New Car

Get In and Go: Optimizing a New Car

One of the challenges, but also a very fun aspect, of my job is when I get the opportunity to drive a brand-new car I have limited seat time in. I have to absorb the information about the car, then quickly relay my feedback to an engineering team or to the client who...
A Better Lap at Barber: Three Key Corner Complexes

A Better Lap at Barber: Three Key Corner Complexes

I recently mentioned I was at Barber Motorsports Park for a test, and after last week’s Barber vs. VIR poll, I decided to do a deeper dive into some of the key aspects to driving an incredible lap around Barber. If you’ve been to this challenging 2.3-mile circuit...
Similar, But Different: VIR vs. Barber

Similar, But Different: VIR vs. Barber

The past week has been a bit of a whirlwind, going from the IMSA event at Virginia International Raceway straight to Barber Motorsports Park for a test. The short turnaround time between the two got me thinking about the differences between each track. It was an...
From Mazda’s Past to Mazda’s Future

From Mazda’s Past to Mazda’s Future

I just returned from an incredible week at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which is held during Monterey Car Week. I had the opportunity to join Mazda in their showcase of historic race cars at Laguna Seca, driving the 787. Mazda has participated in this event...
Celebrating Mazda’s Racing History this Week

Celebrating Mazda’s Racing History this Week

The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca is upon us, and I am thrilled to be a part of the action with the Mazda Heritage Collection once again. This event means so much to myself and to Mazda, who is celebrating its rich motorsports history. This is an...