How to wash a race suit, underwear, balaclava and gloves without wrecking the fire resistance. What actually damages Nomex, how to store it, and when a suit is past saving.

How to wash a race suit, underwear, balaclava and gloves without wrecking the fire resistance. What actually damages Nomex, how to store it, and when a suit is past saving.

Can You Wrap or Paint FIA-Homologated Helmets? A customer recently asked, “Can I wrap or paint my FIA-homologated racing helmet without affecting its safety or approval?” The short answer is yes, but it must be done carefully to avoid compromising safety, fire resistance, and FIA approval. Racing helmets go through strict testing, and modifications—if done […]

Whether fire-resistant underwear is mandatory depends on your discipline and your championship. Where to check for your own event, what a full set actually is, and the item the bundles leave out.

The All-New HANS IV Device – Now Available at GSM Performance For the 2025 racing season, we are excited to introduce the HANS IV device, the latest evolution in head and neck protection for motorsport drivers. This newly released model is now available at GSM Performance and brings significant improvements over previous generations, including a […]

Everything You Need to Know About the ARDS Test: The Ultimate Guide Your First Step Into Motorsport If you’ve ever dreamed of competing in motorsport, the first step is obtaining a race license. In the UK, this means passing the ARDS test (Association of Racing Driver Schools)—your gateway to competitive racing. Whether you’re aiming to […]