Racecar Engineering

Racecar Engineering is the world’s leading technology publication for the motorsport industry. From aerodynamics to engines and from handling theory to manufacturing practice, Racecar Engineering is read by motorsport’s top professionals. Only Racecar Engineering brings this insight every month.

Fuel’s paradise • How motorsport is providing alternatives to an electric future

Bravo Alfa • Alfa Romeo tech director Jan Monchaux talks Racecar through the design philosophy of the team’s C42 F1 car – arguably one of the standout midfield packages of the 2022 season

Succession • With revised aero and a larger capacity engine, Porsche has focused on driveability and durability in its new 911 GT3 R, but will the 992-based car prove to be better than its illustrious predecessor?

No place for a one track mind • With a wide range of oval, street and road courses on the schedule and no teams of strategists to rely on, plotting the tactics for an IndyCar race is one of motorsport’s toughest challenges

Passing the test • With testing restrictions now common getting the most out of your time on track is critical. Racecar spoke to engineers, team bosses and driver coaches to uncover the secrets to test success

CFD time machine • Back in the high downforce Group C days of the early 1990s Toyota tried just about every tweak imaginable on its TS010 in the wind tunnel. But how do the numbers found then look in CFD now?

Efficiency drive • With the growth in EV racing the quest to improve efficiency and reduce losses in electric motors has gained pace in recent years, with new technologies and wonder materials emerging. Racecar assesses their impact

Prints charming • Additive manufacturing is transforming motorsport engineering, but how exactly does it work? Racecar spoke to experts involved in the 3D printing sector to get the inside line on this spellbinding technology

Guilty as charged • Why competing with an electric-powered GT car might not be such a great idea

Getting real • How AVL Racetech is collaborating with well-known driver simulator manufacturer Ansible Motion to bring an extra level of reality to virtual testing

Formula 1 paves way for Porsche

New regulations tackle porpoising

Lynk & Co pull out of WTCR

KCMG gets F4 Games nod

Wing commander • The MIA’s CEO looks forward to the CTS Show at Silverstone in October

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Rubber is racing • Why tyre problems arise so often in top-line motorsport