Beyond basic acceleration and braking, mastering advanced driving techniques will give you a significant edge in races and PR Stunts:
- Trail Braking: Apply light brake pressure while turning into a corner to maintain traction and rotate the car more effectively.
- Throttle Control: Don't just mash the accelerator. Feather the throttle, especially in high-powered RWD cars, to prevent wheelspin and maintain grip out of corners.
- Weight Transfer: Understand how braking and accelerating shift the car's weight. Braking transfers weight to the front, increasing front grip; accelerating transfers it to the rear. Use this to your advantage for better turn-in or traction.
- Drifting: For drift zones, learn to initiate and maintain controlled slides. Use the handbrake for quick initiation and throttle/steering to balance the drift.
- Off-Road Lines: In dirt or cross-country races, don't always follow the racing line. Look for smoother terrain, shallower water, or less bumpy paths to maintain speed.
- Rewind Mastery: Use the rewind feature not just to correct mistakes, but to experiment with different lines and braking points without penalty, quickly learning the optimal path.
Practice these techniques in free roam and rival events to hone your skills.