Most drifters are transitioning incorrectly without even realizing it.
A smooth transition should carry the car effortlessly from angle to angle. The biggest mistake? Not using enough rotational energy to power through the center point. This often leads to the visually unappealing two-step transition, where the car briefly grips mid-rotation.
To fix it, add more chassis angle relative to the upcoming corner by slightly turning the wheel into the drift. If the suspension is properly loaded, you can let go of the wheel and let the car rotate naturally.
Use the rubber band effect to your advantage. The more angle you build up before the transition, the snappier it will be.
We use wet figure 8s to highlight this technique before practicing in the dry. If you would like to learn, click the link in our bio and book your own class!
