THE SKILLS
START YOUR ENGINES
At the Jaguar Performance Driving Academy, you’ll work with a team of some of the world’s best driving instructors and veteran race car drivers—experts who have dedicated their lives to the exploration of speed and curves. Their knowledge and wisdom is imparted over the roar of the engine and the squeal of tires. From behind the wheel, you’ll learn the skills critical to unleashing the full capabilities of Jaguar cars. Practicing a fast-paced ballet on the track where every move is calculated and the obliging Jaguar car responds in time with grace and agility. As the speedometer climbs, you’ll ?nd the conscious mind slips away and instinct takes control. But a few quick tips couldn’t hurt...
IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT
THE COCKPIT
DOWN
UP
The cockpit of a Jaguar car is designed to provide the driver with ultimate comfort and control of their car. To that effect, the steering wheel is integrated with controls for a number of functions, including paddle shifting. DRIVER’S SEAT
MODE
RESUME
CANCEL
AIRBAG
Drivers should maintain a physical position that allows them to remain alert and conscious during the full duration of their trip—upright, shoulders back, arms slightly bent when gripping the steering wheel. While the interior of every Jaguar car is crafted for luxury and comfort, posture plays a key role in the driver’s ability to perform at his or her best. Adjust accordingly.
BRAKE
GAS
Understeer
Oversteer
ACCELERATION, CORNERING AND BRAKING
Acceleration, cornering and braking are the essential operations keeping you in control of your car. The harmonic engagement of this seemingly simplistic trio in various sequences, periods and ratios results in nearly limitless amounts of fun. To achieve the full effect of Jaguar precision engineering and responsiveness, be liberal with the application of pressure on your pedals.
UNDERSTEER VS. OVERSTEER
Understeer occurs when the front tires reach and then exceed their maximum grip on the road during a turn. This often results in the car continuing its trajectory—leading front-end ?rst, tangentially away from the direction the wheels are pointed. Oversteer occurs when the rear tires reach and then exceed their maximum grip on the road during a turn. This often results in the rear-end of the car sliding wider than intended—possibly initiating the beginning stages of a tailspin.
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