Laguna Seca has many lap records if your a car fan. These include Cameron Rogers' record of the fastest four-door car, Tesla Model S Plaid's Model S Plaid, and the Czinger 21C. But which car is the best? Why is the Tesla Model S the best vehicle to set a Laguna Seca record? Let's see these records.
Cameron Rogers' lap record at Laguna Seca
The lap record for electric vehicles in Laguna Seca is broken by Tesla Model 3 Performance. The car ran the track in near stealth mode. Cameron Rogers set a record of 1 minutes 41.2 in December 2018, which was broken by the Tesla Model 3 Performance. Rodgers owns and the car is driven by Sasha Anis at Mountain Pass Performance.
Rogers set the record by making a few modifications on his car. Even though his car is modified Model 3 Performance by Mountain Pass Performance it still performs as a stock vehicle. His car is still a modified Model 3 Performance from Mountain Pass Performance, but it has made waves in the Global Attack event. He was awarded first place for the production GT class. It is unclear if the same modifications will be made to his Model S P100D.
Tesla's Model S Plaid's lap record at Laguna Seca
Laguna Seca's new lap record may be set by the modified Tesla Model S Plaid. The Porsche 911 GT2 RS clocked a lap time of 1:29.9 seconds. Unplugged Performance, a Tesla tuner, built the car. It features new aero parts, wider tires, stronger brakes, an unadorned interior, and other improvements. The vehicle also features three motors with a combined power output of 1020 horsepower.
The prototype was driven and raced by a driver who isn't known for his racing prowess. The car has been tuned by Unplugged Performance, and this particular vehicle is believed to be a Plaid+ or Dual Motor version of the car. Laguna Seca also saw the black Model S. Tesla also produces a red Model S production version. Laguna Seca's lap record was set by the red Model S in 1:29.9.
Elon Musk claims that the Laguna Seca four-door lap record was set by a Tesla Model S
Elon Musk has promised to release a video the following day if a Tesla Model S does break the four-door lap record at Laguna Secs. Many were shocked to see Musk's surprise as he has never set a lap time record. Musk did not mention the name of the record-breaking car, but he said it was "very fast". The Tesla CEO promised to release the video on the following day, and if he breaks that record, he'll post it.
Musk's claim is not without merit. First, it's unclear how Tesla's record attempt was possible given that it was not a factory car. Most automakers, including Tesla, don't bother looking for production car lap records at Laguna Seca, and the record attempts that do occur are usually by non-production cars. The record attempts by Tesla are quite different. However, the Model S was not competitive due to excessive battery heating.
Laguna Seca lap record by Czinger 21C
California-based hypercar maker Czinger 21C broke Laguna Seca Raceway's lap records to make a big leap towards the future. Joel Miller, the driver for the Czinger 21C beat the McLaren Senna's previous lap record by almost two seconds. The record stood at 1:27.62 set by Randy Pobst in a McLaren Senna.
Czinger 21C (which was shown to the public in February 2020) was a redesigned Senna. It had two centrally mounted seats and huge butterfly doors. Geneva Motor Show was cancelled and the car wasn't shown for the first-time. However, Czinger is hoping that the public will finally see the car for themselves. Czinger 21C isn't a production car but it's expected to sell at a few million. It is expected that the car will sell for over $3million making it an exclusive offering.
FAQ
What types of cars are race car drivers using?
Modern racing cars use engines. These engines work in a similar way to normal passenger vehicles.
Instead of running on petrol, they use compressed air.
What rules govern how a racecar should look in racing?
No. No.
They must also adhere to safety standards.
Which country has the largest number of car races?
USA - Over 100 countries hold car racing. USA hosts the largest number of car races, with more than 300 each year.
How much does it cost to enter a race?
This depends on the event. Different events may charge entry fees.
Some events require that you pay in advance. Some events require payment before you can enter.
How do race car drivers prepare for a race?
Most race car drivers warm up their engines before the race.
This involves running their engines over a period of time.
Once they're fully prepared, they can start the race.
Statistics
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
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How can I make money as a driver?
If you are serious about racing professionally, you will likely need to earn money in order to be eligible for a championship. While training for the next race, many racers have full-time jobs. Some racers use their free time to sell merchandise and promote themselves as endorsers. Others participate in paid driver test sessions to see whether they are ready to be professional drivers.