Glossary / General

simulator

48 Episode Mentions

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A simulator is a machine or software that helps people practice driving cars. It tries to make the experience feel like real driving, so racers can improve their skills without being on a real track.

Technical Definition

A simulator in racing refers to a system that replicates the experience of driving a car, often using advanced technology to mimic real-world physics, handling, and environments. These simulators are used by professional drivers for training and practice.

Hear It Discussed

"[1052.4s] um I mean that's where yeah the factory is that's my way of connecting with the people I go there [1057.0s] mainly for the simulator but also you know just to see what's going on and try..."
Bonus interview: Pierre Gasly, Alpine F1 driver, live at Goodwood My week in cars: the Autocar podcast 17:32

"My only way of practicing them and learning them was on the simulator and especially when you're on a limited budget where you can't just go do endless testing the simulator is essential"
405: Ferraris Results In Arizona & Racing with the Stiglette, Joey Andrews The Collector Car Podcast 16:40

"...we are preparing quite a lot in the simulator to practice as much as we can in terms of procedure with the steering wheel..."
S7E8 — Formula E Insights and the Story Behind Nissan’s No. 23 AI Auto Podcast 04:24