FAQ
FAQ – Edgar Lau Racing
What services does Edgar Lau Racing offer?
Edgar Lau Racing offers full-day driver coaching and SCCA novice permit evaluations, focused on professional instruction and on-track assessment.
Is driver coaching charged hourly or by the day?
Driver coaching is offered as a full-day rate to allow focused instruction and meaningful progress throughout the entire track day.
Who is full-day driver coaching for?
Full-day coaching is suitable for HPDE drivers, time trial competitors, club racers, endurance racers, and drivers looking to improve technique, consistency, or racecraft.
What happens after I purchase a service?
After purchase, you will receive an email within 24 hours to coordinate scheduling, confirm the track and event, and review any preparation details.
Do I need to register for a track day separately?
Yes. Drivers are responsible for registering directly with the track day or racing organization. Coaching and evaluations are scheduled around your confirmed event.
How does a full-day coaching session work?
A full-day coaching session follows the flow of the track day:
- Pre-event coordination and goal setting
- Morning briefing and plan for the day
- Early sessions to establish baseline pace and fundamentals
- Mid-day on-track coaching with video and data review between sessions
- Afternoon refinement focused on consistency and specific improvement areas
- End-of-day debrief with key takeaways and next steps
Instruction continues throughout the entire day, both on track and between sessions.
Do you coach inside the car?
Yes, in-car coaching is provided where track rules allow. If not permitted, coaching is delivered through lead-follow sessions, video review, and detailed feedback.
What tracks are available for coaching and evaluations?
Services are available at major West Coast tracks including Sonoma Raceway, Thunderhill Raceway Park, Laguna Seca, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, and others by request.
Do I need data or video equipment?
Data and video equipment are not required, but strongly recommended.
If needed and applicable, light data and video equipment can be provided, such as Garmin Catalyst or AiM data/video systems, depending on vehicle compatibility and event rules.
What safety gear is required?
A helmet is required. Additional safety gear depends on the track and event requirements.
What is an SCCA novice permit evaluation?
An SCCA novice permit evaluation is an on-track driving assessment that reviews driving competency, awareness, and control, with documentation provided as required for the SCCA licensing process.
What is your cancellation policy?
- 30 days or more before the scheduled date: 100% credit
- 30–14 days before the scheduled date: 50% credit
- 14–7 days before the scheduled date: 25% credit
- Less than 7 days: No credit
Weather does not qualify for refunds unless the track closes.