McLaren 720s EVO GT3 Indianapolis HYMO Hot Lap Analysis
Let’s take a look at this hot lap of Indianapolis in the McLaren 720s EVO GT3 driven by HYMO.
The Track
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course, also known as the Indy Road Course, is a renowned racing circuit located within the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana, USA. This track is famous for blending elements of the Speedway's oval layout with an intricate infield road section, creating unique and challenging course for drivers.
Originally constructed in 2000, the Indy Road Course was designed to bring Formula One racing to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and it hosted the United States Grand Prix from 2000 to 2007. Since then, the course has undergone several modifications to adapt to different racing series. It features a mix of high-speed straights, tight turns, and technical sections that test the skill and adaptability of drivers.
HYMO setups have the answer as always and you can get the very same setup used in this hot lap video HERE.
Analysis
Below we look at the comparison between a community driver and the HYMO reference hotlap around the final corner of the Indianapolis Road Course. The major mistake this community driver makes compared to the reference lap in blue is that they run wide on the exit and over the kerb. The exit here is critical for traction and acceleration onto the main straight and therefore by running that far out onto the kerb they slow the exit significantly after already being down to the reference from the previous corner. The focus here should be sticking to the tarmac and straightening the car early for the best drive out.
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Hot Laps Top Tips
In sim racing, just like in real-world racing, reference points are key to mastering tracks and improving your lap times. These are specific markers or features on or near the track that you use to gauge when to brake, turn in, hit the apex, and accelerate out of a corner. Firstly, start by identifying potential reference points. These can be anything from a change in the track's colour or texture, a specific billboard, a tree, or a shadow. In a sim racing environment, you have the advantage of replaying sections of the track to better spot these markers. Pay particular attention to the braking points as they are critical for setting up a successful corner.
Once you have identified your reference points, practice hitting them consistently. This requires a lot of repetition and may require adjustments as you get more comfortable with the track and your vehicle's dynamics. Remember, each car in a simulator may react differently, so your reference points might slightly vary with different vehicles.
Not sure how to improve? Use the HYMO hotlap as your reference point.
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