The success of a racing driver depends heavily upon the equipment at his disposal. This pioneering Race Tech volume explores the intriguing world of technology for faster and safer driving. Winners demand the best in control and safety equipment and these days there is more choice than ever before. This study unravels the fascinating subject of the driver's environment, covering everything from clutchless control to the latest in fire fighting equipment. Braking, gear shifting, throttle and steering systems come under scrutiny, as do all aspects of clothing and on-board safety systems. The scope of the text acknowledges that driver cooling and communications play a vital role in modern racing, as do engine instrumentation and tyre monitoring.

Nor are driver support systems such as seating and lighting overlooked.
It all adds up to a host of vital information for all those interested in the world of motoring sport: drivers, mechanics, car builders and general enthusiasts alike.

Technology for car control and driver safety:
        Boots
        Brakes Clutch
        Cooling system
        Cool cap and cool suit Drinks bottle Electrics
        Fire extinguisher system Fuel system
        Gear shift Gloves Helmet Instruments Intercom
        Life support system Lights
        Overalls Radio
        Rev limiter Roll cage
        Seat and seat belt Steering
        Survival cell Suspension Throttle
        Wheels and tyres Windscreen and wiper

IAN BAMSEY
Ian Bamsey is Editorial Director of Racecar Engineering, a company devoted to the production of books which document classic and contemporary racing car technology. He has been involved in the motorsports media since leaving college in 1977 with an Honours degree in Town and Country Planning. A keen karter, that same year he won the Guild of Motoring Writers'

ALAN LIS
Alan Lis is Editorial Assistant of Racecar Engineering. He has followed motor racing since his school days and for the last four years has studied racing car technology for Racecar Engineering productions. In 1988 he co-wrote and edited Supersports - A History of the 220 mph Le Mans cars. He regularly attends World Championship and World Sports Prototype Championship events as photographer and researcher for Racecar Engineering
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