Race Car Vehicle Dynamics

By William F. Milliken & Douglas L. Milliken

Race Car Vehicle Dynamics is the definitive reference for understanding the science and engineering behind race car performance. Published by SAE International, this landmark work is widely regarded as the motorsport engineering “bible” and is used globally by professional race teams, motorsport engineers, and automotive engineering programs.

The book delivers a deep, physics-based treatment of vehicle dynamics, combining theory, mathematics, and real-world application. From tire behavior and suspension geometry to aerodynamics and performance optimization, it provides the tools required to analyze, design, and improve high-performance race vehicles.

What This Book Does

This book explains how race cars accelerate, brake, corner, and respond to driver inputs under extreme conditions. It connects fundamental vehicle dynamics principles with practical motorsport engineering decisions, making it indispensable for both learning and professional application.

Key Features

• Comprehensive treatment of acceleration, braking, and cornering dynamics
• In-depth analysis of tire mechanics and tire-road interaction
• Detailed suspension geometry, kinematics, and chassis setup principles
• Advanced coverage of aerodynamics, downforce, and drag
• Industry-standard reference for motorsport engineering worldwide

Who Should Use This Book?

• Motorsport engineers and professional racing teams
• Automotive engineers focused on high-performance vehicles
• Engineering students studying vehicle dynamics or motorsport
• Formula SAE and Formula Student competitors
• Researchers and practitioners in vehicle performance analysis

The gold-standard reference for race car performance and vehicle dynamics.
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