Motorsports Tech Talk
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsTwo automotive engineers talk motorsports news, as well as racing tech and deep dives into the theories that govern how race teams from amateurs to professionals make their cars faster around a race track. Feel free to send your questions to [email protected].
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Episodes
MTT S2, E18: Intro to Fuel Systems
May 26, 2021 19:49 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk about fuel system components, different fuel types, and how to set them up in a racing vehicle. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E17: Karting Troubles and Hypercar Struggles
May 05, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this week's episode, Erik talks about the problems he's running into racing his X30 kart and we talk about the struggles the Hypercar class had during its WEC debut at Spa. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E16: Why Spec Miata?
April 30, 2021 04:04 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this week's episode, Brian recaps his Spec Miata race weekend at Mid-Ohio and he talks about why he chose to race in Spec Miata. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E15: Champcar Championship and F1 Drama
April 21, 2021 18:18 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBIn this week's episode, we give our take on the drama surrounding the Champcar Championship weekend as well as some drama from the F1 race at Imola. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E14: Intro to Differentials
April 14, 2021 05:04 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk about the different types of differentials found in cars and which types are best for racing. We also talk a little about the ChampCar Daytona race results. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E13: March Motorsport News Roundup
April 08, 2021 07:36 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBIn this week's episode, we discuss motorsport news and results from the month of March as well as the Hummer EV announcement. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E12: Intro to Engine Blueprinting
March 30, 2021 15:48 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk the basics of engine blueprinting and what tools are the best to get the job done. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E11: Intro to Forced Induction
March 22, 2021 05:11 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk the basics of turbocharging and supercharging as well as their advantages and disadvantages over each other and naturally aspirated engines. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E10: Off-Season Tips to Hone your Racecraft
March 15, 2021 05:17 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBWith the racing season quickly approaching, we talk different methods to preserve and hone your racing skills over the off-season. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E9: Intro to Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
March 08, 2021 15:44 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk about hybrid and electric vehicles, focusing on their efficiency gains over conventional vehicles and their effectiveness in racing. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E8: Intro to Engine Modifications
March 01, 2021 09:05 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk race car engines and what to look at first to get the most performance out of them short of full engine rebuilds and forced induction. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E7: Intro to Brakes
February 22, 2021 08:37 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBIn this week's tech-focused episode, we talk race car brakes and what to focus on to get the most performance out of them without spending too much. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E6: Torque vs HP, Momentum Cars, and MK5 Supra
February 15, 2021 07:24 - 1 hour - 68 MBIn this episode, we argue about if torque or horsepower is more important for race cars, if there is such thing as a momentum car, and if the MK5 Supra is really a Supra. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E5: Champcar Road Atlanta, the Future of Budget Racing, and Save the Manuals (or don't)
February 08, 2021 05:10 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBIn this week's episode we talk about the Champcar season opener at Road Atlanta, what we think will happen to budget endurance racing car choices and availability in the future, we give our thoughts on the "save the manuals" movement, and more! Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E4: Rolex 24 Results and Endurance Racing Strategy
February 01, 2021 07:38 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this week's episode we talk about the results of the Rolex 24 and BMW Endurance Challenge at Daytona. We also talk strategies that can help teams taking on endurance racing get better finishes. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E3: Rolex 24 at Daytona Preview
January 28, 2021 07:17 - 2 hours - 110 MBIn this week's bonus episode, Erik talks about his experience from the Roar Before the 24, we discuss the results from the weekend, and we talk about what we are expecting from the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E2: Intro to Aerodynamics - Part 2
January 25, 2021 20:52 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this tech focused episode we continue our previous conversation about race car aerodynamics. We talk about more advanced front splitter and canard design, as well as flat floors and rear diffusers. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S2, E1: Intro to Tires and 200TW Tire Rundown
January 15, 2021 20:41 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBIn this tech focused episode we talk tire basics and give a rundown of the currently available 200 treadwear tires that are used in various racing series like Champcar, WRL, and AER as well as autocross, time attack, and track days. Feel free to reach out to us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorsportstechtalk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motorsportstechtalk/
MTT S1, E5: Intro to Aerodynamics
December 22, 2020 08:35 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this tech focused episode we talk race car aerodynamics, specifically focusing on the basics of front splitters and rear wings.
MTT S1, E4: Pratt Miller, ChampCar Drama, Abu Dhabi GP, and More
December 22, 2020 08:27 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBIn this episode we talk about Oshkosh Defense's purchase of Pratt Miller and what that might mean for the future of Corvette racing, Doug Fehan's departure from racing, ChampCar drama featuring the Riley Technologies built C3 Corvette, Abu Dhabi GP, and F1 driver moves.
MTT S1, E3: Camber Tech Tips and GT3 vs Time Attack Car Comparison
December 22, 2020 08:21 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBIn this more tech focused episode we talk the basics of camber and how to set it right. We also talk about the differences between GT3 cars and time attack cars, trying to answer the question of why GT3 cars are so much faster even though they have more weight and less power.
MTT S1, E2: Sakhir GP, Supra GT4, Gridlife, and More
December 22, 2020 08:16 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBIn this episode we talk all of the crazy happenings at the Sakhir GP, the Supra GT4, Gridlife, as well as amateur racing news.
MTT S1, E1: Intros, Bahrain GP, Driver Safety, and More
December 22, 2020 07:43 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBIn this episode we give introductions to our audience, talk Bahrain GP results, driver safety, Ozarks International Raceway, BMW & Audi Leaving Formula E, as well as amateur racing news.