Martinsville: It’s All About Bumping And Braking
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Mar 28, 2007
Drivers must be able to manage and maintain their equipment. With the long straightaways and tight corners, racing at Martinsville can be very hard on brakes. Rationing your brakes is a key to success. Martinsville races can put a lot of wear and tear on drive line equipment. Whoever does the best job of taking care of their equipment has a good chance to be in the hunt at the end of the race.
Avoid getting caught up in individual battles. A driver has to realize they are going to get bumped and pushed around during a Martinsville race. It’s inevitable. They must put all that aside and focus on the big picture – and that’s keeping your car intact and putting yourself in a position to win at the end.
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