d.tuned Racing, one of the more professionally-run teams in the Crapwagon.com Grand Touring Series (CWGT), depends on its extensive staff and Research and Development Team (RDT) to give it the competitive edge on and off the track.

Preparation for the next CWGT Event begins sometimes months before the car hits the circuit. The d.tuned RDT runs extensive tests in the wind tunnel, developing aerodynamic elements to increase downforce and reduce drag on the vehicle. CWGT also allows teams to develop their own gearboxes, differentials, suspension and steering system, so it's no surprise that d.tuned has its own in-house component development centre where the team produces and refines its own shocks, springs, and gearboxes.

But that's only where it begins. From there, the team takes its car and its test driver to a private test session where the engineers evaluate the effects of the new aerodynamic elements, as well as the mechanical characteristics of the car. From there, the team returns to the wind tunnel to work on the continuous improvement of the car's aerodynamics, while developing its mechanical components.

Off the track, after every race, d.tuned has it's driver motivation sessions, where the drivers are reminded of the consequences of their failure, which is immediately followed by what the team calls 'The Big Team Meeting.' Most of the d.tuned executives, drivers and sponsors attend, and any other team members can choose to present themselves at the meeting if they so choose. At these meetings, the team evaluates its performance over time and explores any avenues to improve it.

The d.tuned meetings and RDT has seen many automotive improvements and strategies implemented, including the 'squeeze,' which was used by Mr. Vengeance in Season 1 to take the title, after gently guiding his opponent into a solid structure, 'drunk driving,' often used by mommymushbrain as an excuse for the team's shortcomings and the infamous 'I was up late partying from the win I'm going to get eventually.'

The d.tuned RDT will continue to push the envelope until the envelope is either needed to mail a letter or is blown away by the wind.

 
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