Posted on 10/31/2025
Owning a track car is all about performance and adrenaline. But when racing season winds down, what you do in the off-season can make or break your car’s longevity and performance. Whether your vehicle is a weekend warrior or a fully built track machine, proper storage during the off-season protects your investment and ensures it's ready to go when spring rolls around. Here are five essential tips to store your track car the right way. 1. Thoroughly Clean the Car Inside and Out Before you put your track car away for weeks or months, give it a full detail. Track use leaves behind grime, brake dust, rubber debris, and sometimes even spilled fluids or fuel odors. Letting that residue sit over time can cause stains, corrosion, or mold. Wash the exterior, clean the wheels, and remove any tar or track grime stuck to body panels. Pay attention to the undercarriage too, especially if the car has been on wet or dirty tracks. Inside the cabin, vacuum thoroughly and ... read more