There are several tips we can offer that will help you win races both online and off. Most are from experience (outside of the game) and others are from playing Forza online.
Drive Smart
A race is NEVER won in the first corner, so going full speed and TRYING to make the turn is a bad idea. Back off a bit…let the other guys bash it out, then make your smooth turn and go for it!
Driver Assists
The Suggested Line is good for beginners, but you need to be able to see around you on the track, both in the mirror and to the sides. Using a suggested line tends to make you focus on that and not what’s happening around you.
TCS (Traction Control) and STM (Stability Management)
are both good for learning the tracks, and learning the game. Once you are confortable with your driving, turn these off. This will help you in two ways: 1) When tuning your car, you will be able to ‘feel’ what the car is doing, and what your changes do…not being masked by the assists, and 2) It will teach you to be SMOOTH! Smooth driving is key in this game for fast lap times. Roll on the gas (don’t stab the accelerator), roll on the brakes. Try it…and watch your laptimes drop!
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
I would suggest leaving ABS until you’ve REALLY gained some experience. Controlling the brakes without it can give some FAST laps, but sometimes inconsistent.
Consistency
Consistency is also key in this game. A SUPER fast lap time is nothing if you crash 10 other times! Tune your car to be easy and consistent. The lap times might be slightly slower, but if you can hit the same lap (or a second or so off) you have a much better chance of winning a race!
Choose The Right Car
Find one or two cars in each class and stick with them! Some races will not allow certain cars (CRX’s, F355′s, etc), so it’s a good idea to have back-up cars that work on different tracks. Learn these cars…their braking points, how they accelerate, how hard you can push them, etc. When it comes time to the real race, you’ll have a good knowledge of your car…giving you the upper hand!
Keep Your Cool
If you’re in first or if you’re in last, you have to learn to keep your cool. A race is NEVER over until it’s over. Drive smooth, keep to your braking points and you could come out ahead!
Learn The Tracks
Knowledge of the tracks can also help you win races! The more you know about a track (shortcuts, passing zones, etc), the better your chances are of winning!
PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!
Real or sim, practice is probably the most important aspect of racing. How fast do you want to be? How far up the leaderboards do you want to see your name? If you answered Top 100, be prepared to spend a TON of time practicing! Trust me, from years of real racing experience, it will pay off!
