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Moving from karting to cars is a huge step for a young driver and in case you missed it last week, this week's newsletter has a link to some great advice on the subject. I also covered brand building advice, Nürburgring tips from Timo Bernhard and more. Catch up now with this week's edition of the News Racers Can Use newsletter.

Moving from Karting to Cars: Why You Need a Plan

Thinking about moving from karting to cars? You’ll need a solid plan—and in last week’s Driver Development Roundup, I’ve curated a great article that walks you through exactly how to approach it.  

Plus, there’s news on a new driver development program and more insights worth your time.  

Click through to read the full post.

Brand Building and More Advice

Brand building for athletes is just one of the topics featured in last week’s The Business of Being a Race Driver, where I’ve curated practical advice to help you grow off track as well as on it.  

You’ll also find sponsorship intelligence, the sponsor decision calendar, and more insights to support your racing career.  

Click here to read more

Dynix: Making Lap Time Simulation Work for Drivers, Not Just Engineers

In a guest post, Dynix software developer Yash Vaidya explains how the system he has developed makes lap time simulation work for drivers, not just engineers. Click here to read how it works.

Nürburgring Tips From Timo Bernhard

Nürburgring tips from Timo Bernhard are just part of what’s featured in last week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup, alongside 2027 calendar updates, a new race series collaboration, and a look at some of the world’s top private motorsports clubs.  

Dive into the full roundup here.

Skip Barber Sim Racing Series Returns with Real World Racing Prize

The Skip Barber Formula iRacing Series is back for 2026—once again offering a fully funded seat in the real-world Skip Barber Formula Race Series.  

You’ll find all the key details, plus more sim racing updates, in last week’s Sim Racing Roundup.  

Take a look at the full post here.

How Sustainability Is Reshaping F1 Partnerships

How sustainability is reshaping F1 partnerships is just one of the topics featured in last week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup.  

You’ll also find news on a green rally in Canada, the drivers behind NASCAR’s EV prototype, and more from across the sport’s evolving landscape.  

Explore the full post for all the details.

The Legal Issues Surrounding F1’s Gulf Cancellations

F1’s Gulf cancellations are creating a wave of legal questions—and in last week’s Business of Motorsport Roundup, I’ve curated coverage that breaks down what’s at stake.  

You’ll also find insight into what’s delaying MotoGP’s “Concorde Agreement,” along with the latest sponsorship news and more.  

Get up to speed with the full roundup here.

The Week Ahead

Here's some of what is being covered on News Racers Can Use this week:

• The Launch of BMW Motorsport's mentoring project.
• How the SRO GT Academy is thriving for young drivers.
• Why authenticity is key with Silvia Schweiger on the Motorsport Prospects Podcast.
• Unlocking ROI in motorsport.
• A new type of racing series from Revolution Race Cars.
• Plus much more!

Quote of the Week

"Success is doing what it takes, in spite of one's fears." - Johnny Rutherford

The Last Lap

Steve McQueen loved racing, whether that be on two wheels or four and nothing says more to his love of racing than his film Le Mans. Eoin Young explains how the actor went to every effort on the set of his homage to Le Mans. But the results fell short for some who witnessed his efforts.

“There’s so much about racing that’s real and doesn’t have to be dramatised or invented,” he said. “There’s the memorisation of the circuit… driving as far as you can see by the beams of your lights… the flash in your mirror as the faster car comes by…”

Read the full article about the making of this iconic film here.

To your success on track and off!

Mark Boudreau

Motorsport Solutions Architect at Motorsport Prospects