How to become a car racer? like a f1 driver or lemann driver?
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Start off racing karts, go to a driving school (the usually get you going in a Formula Ford or Formula 2000 car), enter a club racing series (Formula Ford or Formula 2000), move up the ladder to Formula Atlantic (in North America) or Formula Three, then to the GP2 series. If you have driving talent, someone will have noticed you and if you really have talent an F1 team will offer you a job as a test driver and you'll qualify for a super license needed to compete in F1.\nYou'll need a lot of money or generous sponsors if you have any hope of becoming an F1 driver.
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If you want to become a Formula 1 driver then you should learn statistics, then you will realise how unlikely you are actually become one.\n\nSeriously though, you would have to get seriously into karting before the age of 10 then progress onto something like formuala 3000 or another similar car racing sport. \n\nWealthy commited parents would definately be required.
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Do you mean Car racing?\n\nJust about every race curcuit in the land now does lessons. all depends on where you are in the country.\n\nHave a look at these to give you an idea of price as it can be extremely expensive.\n\nhttp://www.thruxtonracing.co.uk/?OVRAW=car%20racing%20lessons&OVKEY=car%20racing&OVMTC=advanced\n\nhttp://www.silverstone.co.uk/html/ma_become.php\n\nhttp://www.croftcircuit.co.uk/\n\nIf your really serious about racing then i would recommend you go down the route of just about every F1 driver first including Mr Schumacher and that's Carting.  It will give you much more basic car control than a full size car, sharpen up your reaction times while keeping the price down.\n\nAny if you think for a second that it's not fast, you need to go and watch a race, it's scary stuff.\n\nIf your talking about horse racing i would think the same idea applies, contact a local course.
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Way better. Just look at this: I think that there was only one person that won the Indy car championship and then won the Formula 1 Drivers' Title (Jacques Villeneuve: IndyCar in 1995 and F1 in 1997, after Michael Schumacher's disqualification). There are some pilots that won the Drivers' Championship in F1 and then went on to IndyCar and won there, but there are only 2, I guess: Mario Andretti and Nigel Mansell. There are some more drivers that won in IndyCar and then came to Formula 1: Juan Pablo Montoya, won the IndyCar in 1999 or something like that and in 2001 he was driving for Williams in F1; Cristiano da Matta won the IndyCar in 2001, then he came into F1 and sucked. After 2 seasons, I think he returned to IndyCar.\nSo, except maybe for a single driver, who had his moment of glory in F1 after winning in Indy, all the drivers that won the Drivers' Title in F1 were purely F1 pilots. So that is a proof that F1 drivers are better than IndyCar drivers.\nPlus, F1 drivers only run on an oval course for about a quarter of the distance of a single race during the course of a 18-race season. (Turns 12, 13 and the Start-Finish section of the Indianapolis circuit are located on the oval. The rest of the track is a twisty, 11-turn section located inside the oval. Turn 13 was the cause for the Michelin boycott last year that caused the American GP to be run by only 6 cars.) IndyCar drivers run on the ovals for half the season. You need way more skill to race around a normal course then for an oval. That's why my choice is for the Formula 1 drivers.
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Check out www.f1study.com
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That's one of the toughest gigs to land in all of racing but if you're serious you need to start at the bottom.  That would be Go-Cart racing...yes, I am serious!  They have its of classes and it's here most get their start in open wheel racing.  \n\nIF you're good and the right eyes spy you then you MIGHT get invited to test for one of the open wheel teams that run in various 'feeder' series such as the Mazda Star Series.  Better win some races and probably a championship because the next stop (if you're REALLY lucky) is IRL or CART.  Lots of guys race their entire careers there and never even get the privilege to talk to even a back running F1 team so you might consider selling your soul at this point if success is really that important.  \n\nOK, I guess your fingers still dripping where you signed in blood so I'll give you the last and probably harshest bit of news.  Even if you get to F1 it's most likely you'll start for one of the small teams, you know, the ones whose names you likely don't even know like Menardi or Saulver.  Yup, even F1 has it's feeder teams and it's here you must shine your brightest all the while driving equipment which is, well, not substandard but old, the cast offs and outdated equipment from teams like McClairen, Williams and Big Red. Expect a lot of heartache as you'll know that in each and every race you have an almost infinitesimal chance of even finishing in the points and absolutly zero of winning.  \n\nOh, I almost forgot the most important part...MONEY!  Most of the smaller teams where you get your start require a driver buy in, or in other words big bucks for the chance to get behind the wheel and the last I heard it was about a cool $1,000,000 to get a seat at even the lowest level.  Why do you think it's only rich Europeans behind the wheels?  Old family money for spoiled rich kids to 'compete' for the families honor. \n \nSorry to be the bearer of bad news but facts are facts and I certainly don't make the rules.  My best advice to you if you TRUELY want to be a race car driver is to start in Go-Carts or entry levels of any of the dirt racing series and make a name for yourself.  Even if you don't get to the top you'll have a blast and make memories which will last a life time. So here's to living the dream. Best of luck to you, and I really mean it.
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wow!  your son really does have a lot of talent.  My stepdad was once a racer and almost got into NASCAR.  Here is how you do it:\nStart off by allowing him to race at small local events such as in racecarts, 4 wheelers, etc.  As he gets more experience, move him to more difficult situations such as a regional hotrod derby and other things that require more skill, etc.  Then, when he is 16, allow him to drive.  At this point, he could start driving like in actual car races.  As he moves up on the ladder of experience, make sure people notice him.  Put his picture in the newspaper, bring out a local news team, etc.  Get his face out to the public!  At one of his competitions, you should ask like one of the judges about getting into a NASCAR audition race (something like that for people who want to get into it) and then allow him to race in it.  If he's good enough at it, as I suspect he will be if you follow all of the above mentioned steps, he will surely get into it, and will start racing proffesionally.  Have fun!
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Don't be surprised at any driver you may approach for an autograph, they are very accommodating. They will even engage you in conversation depending on what point it is before or after the race.  They are probably the most fan-friendly sport around at the moment.
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If you asked guys like Kimi and JPM what kind of driver you should be, they'll probably say something like "Move aside when you see the blue flag and get the hell out of my way" \n\nSelf-centredness (not neccessarily a good thing, but many F1 drivers tend to adopt this approach).\n\nSingle mindedness (as above). \n\nPathological desire to win and beat the crap out of opposition (just ask Michael).\n\nTechnical knowledge and ability to communicate with engineers and give good feedback.\n\nGood anticipation.\n\nExperience.\n\nLuck.
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agha, Don't listen to the other people. Now, car racing is a hit in Iran. From Karting at azadi to rallying and that girl who's a really good driver. I would recommened practising and if you actually beleive you are one of the best 50 drivers in the world, jusst get a normal visa to the US and try out. If you get in AWESOME, we'll have the first Iranian Nascar driver. But If you can't make it, PRACTISE HARDER!
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I have raced cars legally and illegally in the past and the best way to downshift and get full acceleration is as follows:for example if you are changing from 4th to 3rd(or any other gears) to accelerate or overtake a slower vehicle you should press the clutch,change to neutral,blip the throttle(jab the throttle peddle momentarily just to raise your revs to match your engine speed to the wheels or you will lock up your wheels or get a jolt),then put it into the desired gear you want and release the clutch.You have to do it lightning quick for it to work properly.\nAnother useful tip to be an even faster driver is learning to use the brakes and change gear at exactly the same time when on a twisty winding country road (when going into corners which you have to change down for)this is called heal and toe.First you have to learn left foot braking and get used to the force you apply to the brake peddle with your left foot.At first you might press to much(everyone does this at first because you don't realise how sensitive it is)oh yeh make there are no cars behind you.once you have got used to that start doing it all the time when racing on a road anywhere (as long as it's safe).The trick is when coming to a bend that you have to brake and change down gear for is to use your left foot to do the braking and change gears normally with your right foot so you can leave your braking till later and closer to the bend,because your right foot is already changing down the gears and your braking whilst you are changing gear instead of having to do the same things with your right foot wich takes longer and more distance.\nWhen you come to a fast bend that you don't need to change down for but need to lift off the accerator don't do it.Just gently dab the brakes instead of lifting therefore your car is still accelerating and keeps it momentum through the bend which is alot faster(thats what micheal schumacher does in his f1 car) but your brakes will take a battering if you keep doing it.\nThey are the basics of how to drive a car very fast I have beat faster cars than mine using these things as well as others.If you want any more info on how to drive a car really fast e-mail me igenockey@yahoo.com.Hope I helped and just be bloody careful because it is easy to mess up.
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You will need to win in amateur car racing before anyone will take you seriously. Many drivers start in go karts.
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Get a licence\nIn Britain, from January 1 this year, the licensing rules were changed and every driver wishing to contest stage rallies now has to hold a Stage Rally Competition Licence.\n\nComplete novices will have to complete a BARS (British Association of Rally schools) course and apply to British rallying's governing body, the MSA, for a "Go Rallying Pack". For £39 you will receive an MSA Competitors' yearbook, a novice application and a video on rallying.\n\nThe next step is attending one of the 10 registered BARS schools for a 15-minute theory test and a driving test lasting roughly 10 minutes. If you successfully pass both, you can send off your application and a 'National B' status licence will be yours.\n\nThe National B licence\nThis piece of paper is your gateway to the various national rally championships at clubman level. Alternatively you could join a one-make series, of which there are currently four in the UK run by Peugeot, Ford and Volkswagen.\n\nThere are advantages to both but with a one-make series you will learn fast and compete against people at your level. A full season in a one-make series will be relatively cost effective and coupled with that you have the back-up of a manufacturer and skilled personnel at your disposal. Indeed, reigning world rally champion, Richard won Peugeot's one-make series, the Peugeot Challenge in 1991.\n\nPeugeot Sport boss, Mick Linford offers his words of advice: "My own point of view is that a one-make championship is a very level playing field. You go into the championship knowing that everything is down to your driving.\n\n"To anyone wanting to get started in rallying, get as many events under your belt as you can. Nothing beats experience. Also build up that experience with a regular co-driver."\n\nThe next step\nPlayStation gamers will think this is a little like Gran Turismo because once you've competed successfully at National B level, the next step-up licence wise is the 'National A', which you can upgrade to after contesting four of the 'National B' events.\n\nThis opens up a whole new world of rallying with access to national championships such as ANCRO or BTRDA and the British Rally Championship (BRC).\n\nThe BRC has traditionally been the step-up to world rallying and a talent spotters' paradise. Four-time world champion Tommi Makinen is a past competitor in a Nissan and Colin McRae stepped-up from the Scottish Championship to the British series winning in 1991 and '92.\n\n"The championship is Britain's premier series geared up to give any talented driver, in any class of car, the chance to win," says Mark Taylor, championship manager for the BRC.\n\n"It's held over seven qualifying rounds and is a mixture of demanding, high-quality tarmac and gravel events. Drivers with Super 1600, WRC or Production cars can gain experience of top-class, competitive rallying and the top team managers view any BRC champion as a potential star of the future."\n\nFor budding Finnish rally drivers, the Finnish Championship is also a breeding ground for future WRC talent. Marcus Gronholm and Harri Rovanpera are among the successful graduates who have made the transition to the world stage.\n\nBut also remember that while you are talented, you don't necessarily have to be in the best car to get yourself noticed. Ford's young gun for the 2002 season Markko Martin was originally spotted driving a Lada in the Estonian Rally Championship.\n\nAnd for some world rally debuts are lucky breaks. Quite literally for Norwegian Petter Solberg who replaced Thomas Radstrom on the Safari Rally when the Ford driver broke his leg!\n\nCareer swaps?\nYou don't have to start your career in rallying either. Carlos Sainz was a Formula Ford driver before he switched his allegiance to rallying, Belgian ace Francois Duval started out in karting and Petter Solberg was a rallycrosser.\n\nBut what
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check out Mario Andretti, he has won at all levels and types of racing from F1 it Nascar  :)
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Start in kart racing. NOW. Get really, really good. then hope you're noticed. Red Bull has a driver search program. The link is below\n\nKimi Räikkönen only had 23 professional races when he was signed by Peter Sauber.You don't need a lot of experience, you just need to be really, really good.
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WELL YOU WOULD FIRST APPLY FOR A JOB AT A DRIVING SCHOOL AND THEN YOU WOULD HAVE TO BECOME STATE APPROVED . THE DRIVING SCHOOL WOULD HAVE ALTHAT INFORMATION .
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In Nascar cars just go around,around,around,around\naround,around,around,around,around\n,around,around,around\naround,around,around\naround,around,around\naround,around,around\naround,around,around\naround,around,around\naround,around,around\n\nfind some real sport like F1