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race trim

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Race trim means the way a car is set up to perform best during a race. It involves making changes to the car to help it go faster and handle better on the track.

Technical Definition

Race trim refers to the configuration of a car that is optimized for racing conditions. This includes adjustments to aerodynamics, suspension, and weight distribution to enhance performance on the track.

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"So it's an all right weekend for them, but they are... [3246.8s] Better in race trim. There's a few of these trends where a car that is just a bit off [3251.2s] in qualifying is much more..."

Belgian GP: Antonelli heaps more misery on struggling Russell The Race F1 Podcast 54:06

"grid for the Sunday. Yes, because they've got a good chance to come through the field in [617.8s] race trim if they qualify a bit further down."

SNETTERTON BTCC 2026 PREVIEW BTCP British Touring Car Podcast 10:13

"And it's where the race actually in the race trim, he was better. [664.7s] Looking at the head to head, actually, they're seven all."

Reaction to Belgian GP qualifying P1 with Matt and Tommy 11:00

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