Race driving and drift driving both require exceptional car control, but they pursue fundamentally different objectives. A racing driver normally aims to complete a circuit in the shortest possible time, while a drift driver deliberately maintains the car at a large yaw angle and is judged on line, angle, style and proximity. This guide explains the techniques, vehicle setups, tyre demands and history behind both disciplines.

From traditional manual gearboxes to lightning-fast dual-clutch transmissions, the gearbox has a major influence on how a car performs and feels. In this guide, we explain the main gearbox types, how they work, their advantages and disadvantages, and why certain systems are better suited to road cars, supercars or motorsport.