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Sports Car and Competition Driving
Paul Frere - Le Mans winner, Grand Prix driver, and Road & Track magazine's European editor - has prepared a new edition of his classic, Sports Car and Competition Driving. First published in 1963, Sports Car and Competition Driving sold tens of thousands of copies, establishing it as a standard reference on driving. In his revised edition, Frere builds on the strengths of the original by explaining how to meet the new challenges posed by radical new developments in automotive technology. What separates Frere's book from other driving texts is his unique blend of theory and practice, based on a career as racer and trained engineer: Memorable observations on how to go faster combined with sophisticated discussions of the physics that govern a car. With 78 photographs and illustrations, Sports Car and Competition Driving is required reading for all those interested in racing or in becoming a more masterful road driver."
156 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 1963
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February 1, 2025
Elizabeth Blackstock recommended this book in one of her articles. After reading and reviewing, she said it has held up since it was written in the 1960's. Now that I have read it, I agree with her. The book does a great job of explaining car dynamics, cornering techniques, gear changes, etc... in a technical way without overwhelming the reader. I would recommend this book to any motorsport fan interested in how a car gets around the track. I've been watching motorsports for many years and got a lot of great information from this book which will make my viewing more enjoyable. I drive a lot on public roads for my job, so even reading the tips about car handling, maneuvering and driving in wet conditions is helpful. The book can get very technical, but the author stresses that the book is a resource, not needing to be read cover to cover. There are great sections to highlight and come back to frequently. Overall a great read and not too expensive if you want to buy a copy for your e-reader.
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