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[TNH002] RACING TIPS
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* DRIFTING 101: Alright, Im sure this is where we are having problems. Well,
  we just need to learn how to control the car's weight, since drifting is
  about weight shifting. Here are the basics from performing a basic drift.
  I am still thankful since the drifting controls here are better than in
  Underground. DO NOT USE BRAKES WHEN TRYING TO ENTER A DRIFT. Such
  technique can be executed by pros.


  1. Accelerate to a corner.

  2. Before entering a corner, release pedal (accelerator), hold while 
     steering to direction of the corner, in a split-second, step on the 
     pedal.

  3. If your car accelerates too fast, just try tapping the accelerator
     to maintain control. This is true for very powerful cars. You dont
     need to be in full throttle when cornering.

     This is basic drifting. The weight of your car is being transferred to
     the rear, focusing the center of gravity. Just try to practice in
     quick races, particularly in closed circuit drift courses.

* SLow IN, Accelerate out: This is true to the saying that "whoever brakes
  first, accelerates first."

  Dont brake hard. Instead, tap the brakes while turning to the corner. 
  For sharp turns, these can be achieved by cars with understeering and
  rear bias brake setups.

  For normal corners, slow down before entry, then hold the accelerator when
  exiting. If you are exiting in a straight path ahead, release the steering
  wheel; this will enable you accelerate faster. Cars accelerate faster 
  in a straight line, not during turning.

* EASY FREEROAM CREW CHALLENGE WINS: yes, we can win almost all crew 
  challenges we get. Here's how.

  1. Stop in the middle of the road, preferably to cause a traffic buildup.
 
  2. Wait for a crew challenger, accept it. Choose your finish line, 
     it will be better if you are already facing the road to the goal since
     you will be relying on your GPS to lead your way.

  3. Hit your nitrous and take the lead. If you choose a goal with the enemy
     facing the opposite road, he will have a hard time navigating with
     the traffic.


  Note: It is advisable that you select two goals which will serve as your
        point A and B. You'll wait for challengers on each end then just 
        repeat the process mentioned above.

* Team work. Again, Im sure you read this for several times now on this 
faq already. Crew members are not there for decorations. They are there to
make your job easy. If they have the lead, support them. Not try to nudge
them out of the way. A crew member winning the race for you saves you time
from restarting the race in case you lost.

* Nitrous is a great way to stabilize the car. If you find yourself losing
control of the car, blast a couple of seconds worth of Nitrous to straighten
the car. Also, use nitrous when exiting corners. 

* When a car jumps in midair, take off your hands from the accelerator. 
Accelerate after hitting the ground. This prevents you from throwing your
car out of control.

* When following a drafter or scout, do not focus on them but rather focus
on the road. See the tips above in the WInGmEn section for detailed tips 
for your weapons.

* USE PURSUIT BREAKERS even during a race.

* Another way to make a sharp turn is by releasing the pedal, tap the
handbrake while steering to the direction of the corner. If done properly,
you wont lose much of your speed. If not...

* AI Racers care too much about their cars. They are afraid to trade paint
 or hit the wall. Use this tactic to keep them at bay. Try forcing an
 opponent against the wall and he will slow down instead. It wont hurt
 playing hard and dirty some of the time...

* TUNER cars show their speed in corners and tight areas. They can take a 
corner FROM THE INSIDE APEX, which allows them to be catapulted upon exit.
If you prefer GRIP DRIVING, TUNERS are the BEST.

* Muscle cars needs countersteering to maintain control. Countersteering 
is when you steer left to turn right and vice versa. This requires practice
and familiarity with the car.

* Exotics are powerful machines. Do not mistakenly accelerate hard or you 
will find yourself kissing the walls. 

* Overtaking opponents in Canyon duels can be hard but an easy way to win.
Once overtaken, they will desperately try to gain their lead again. Just 
block them off by staying in front of the direction of their headlights.
Just do this for a good 10 seconds and you win.

* ON canyon races, if you are the one being followed, try to concentrate on
how you drive. Do not get distracted by an opponent already tailing you. Just
do your best to maintain a good speed as possible when navigating the 
corners.