Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller's Ben Bode: From the Tunnel to Track – Inside Sports Car Aero and Secrets to Speed.

In this episode of the Breaking Bias podcast, hosts Dr. Obbs and Molly sit down with Ben Bode, team manager for the iconic Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller, to explore his journey in motorsports and the future of Corvette Racing in 2025.Ben provides a deep dive into the world of endurance racing, discussing key engineering challenges and the balance between performance, aero, and aesthetics in car design. Highlights include:The tech transfer from racing innovations to road cars.The critical role of aerodynamic maps, including insights on splitters, diffusers, and vortices.Navigating their entry into LMP2 racing, Pratt Millers return to prototype racing. How they're managing diverse teams, and optimizing car design for multiple drivers. Ben shares advice on breaking into the industry and addressing the iterative process of developing and validating cutting-edge racing technologies.Whether you're a motorsport enthusiast, aspiring engineer, or Corvette Racing fan, this episode is packed with insights into the complex world of endurance racing and car aerodynamics.Find Pratt MillerInstagram: @prattmillermsFacebook: Pratt Miller MotorsportsX (formerly Twitter): @prattmillermsBluesky: @prattmillerms.bsky.socialYoutube: Pratt Miller Motorsports00:00Introduction 03:01Ben Bode's Journey into Motorsports05:53The Future of Corvette Racing: 2025 and Beyond09:00Engineering Challenges in Endurance Racing12:06Balancing Performance and Aesthetics in Design15:05Tech Transfer: From Track to Road17:54Aerodynamics: The Importance of Splitters and Diffusers21:14Understanding Aerodynamic Maps and Performance24:10The Complexity of Racing Against Diverse Competitors26:57The Role of Diffusers in GT Racing29:58Vortices and Their Impact on Aerodynamics33:34Aerodynamic Development and Future Steps36:09Challenges of Regulation and Design38:48The Interconnectedness of Aerodynamics40:54Creating and Validating Aero Maps46:17Driver Preferences and Team Dynamics51:40Balancing Aerodynamics and Dynamic Control55:55Transitioning to LMP2 and Customer Racing01:01:20Advice for Aspiring Motorsport Professionals https://twitter.com/BrakingBiasPod