Track width measures the overall width of the car. It is usually adjusted by using different wheel hexes (a.k.a. hubs) or using shims at the axle to push the wheel outward, but using different length suspension arms or changing the width of the suspension pivots will also affect track width.
Front track width
Wider front track
- Less grip
- Slower steering response
Narrower front track
- More grip
- Faster steering response
Rear track width
Wider rear track
- More rear grip
- More high-speed steering
- Reduces traction roll
Narrower rear track
- More grip in tight turns
- Less high-speed steering