Full-Lock is . . . Precision. Skill. Experience.
Brian is one of the few drivers in the world to have been trained by Michelin’s prestigious test driver training program. Beyond this training, he excelled at testing to become known as one of the best evaluators in an already elite field. He was entrusted with their BMW, Viper, race tire, and other programs. In addition to testing, he has proven skills in racing with a smooth and fast driving style that has resulted in top finishes and prestigious accolades. This combination of skills has led Brian to being effective at quickly and accurately analyzing car setups and evaluating their performance.
At Full-Lock, we stand above our competition and help our clients do the same. Test drivers have the rare skill set of being able to provide an accurate and precise analysis with suggestions for improvements or fixes. Full-Lock drivers are not only quick but can effectively evaluate a driver and communicate how to improve. Full-Lock really is the proven leader in driving and testing excellence.
Keep reading to see some of the cars and vehicles Brian has tested as well as his impressive list of tracks he's driven.
At Full-Lock, we stand above our competition and help our clients do the same. Test drivers have the rare skill set of being able to provide an accurate and precise analysis with suggestions for improvements or fixes. Full-Lock drivers are not only quick but can effectively evaluate a driver and communicate how to improve. Full-Lock really is the proven leader in driving and testing excellence.
Keep reading to see some of the cars and vehicles Brian has tested as well as his impressive list of tracks he's driven.
Smith's Background
Miller Motorsport | General Manager | 2013 - Present
Carolina Motorsports Park | Operations Manager | 2007 - 2013 Full-Lock Industries, Inc. | President | Driver | Engineer | 2001- Present Michelin North America | Tire Test Driver | Development Engineer | 1997-2004 Rockwell Automation - Dodge Div. | Application and Sales Engineer | 1990-1997 University of South Carolina | B.S. Mechanical Engineering | 1990 Professional Race Car Driver | 1989 - Present Full-Lock's Client List
Dodge Motorsports | Hankook | Ford Racing | BF Goodrich | Michelin | Eaton Corporation | Hennessey Performance Engineering | BMW Performance Center | North American & South American BMW Drive Events | Turn One Track Events | Track Time Inc. | 24 Hours of Lemons | NARRA | Radical Cup USA
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Brian Smith, Owner
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Precision. Skill. Experience.
- Performed full-scale tire and vehicle component testing
- Consultant on performance driving, performance and chassis engineering for companies, teams and individuals
- Administered evaluator training and provided driver coaching for corporations, teams, and individuals
- Instructed at and coordinated for driving schools worldwide
- Subjective Test Driver, assessed tires for handling, comfort, noise, wet and snow handling, braking, auto-x, deflated and max handling
- Prepared written, detailed performance evaluations and enhancement recommendations for each test
- Collaborated with engineers from Europe and Japan on tire development and testing
- Test Driver for Michelin’s BMW and Daimler Chrysler tire programs
- Development Driver for BFG and Michelin DOT race tires, oval track race tires, and drift competition tires
- OE Driver, worked with auto manufacturer drivers and engineers to analyze tires and make changes
- Advised and assisted with launch of Pilot Sport A/S and Pilot Sport II Tires
- Lead testing team of 4 subjective drivers, 4 objective drivers and 1 technician
- Set team objectives, evaluated performance, and resolved performance issues
- Snow Test Coordinator, 3 years
- Formulated testing plan for snow handling, coordinated logistics, set and maintained standards for testing quality
- Conducted four week testing sessions at national and international locations
- Developed tire testing manuals for max handling, auto-x, deflated handling and snow testing
- Trained and certified drivers in each area
- Established regional and national reputation at Carolina Motorsports Park as a host facility for testing, driving schools, coaching, special events, track days, and races
Full-Lock's Brian Smith is Your Testing Expert
Car and Tire Testing
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Viper Competition Coupe & ACR
SCCA World Challenge SRT-4, Viper, Corvette, Civic GrandAm Rolex GT Porsche Koni Challenge Mini Cooper S, Acura RSX, Mustang SCCA A-Sedan Mustang and Camaro SCCA Spec Racer Ford SCCA IT class Corvette, 240Z, Golf, Spec Miata Numerous SCCA Front Drive SS Cars |
Panoz GT-RA
GT America (tube frame, 2700lbs., 500 HP) Porsche 996 GT3 ASA and Super Late Model Stock Cars IROC Stock Car SCCA Pro Rally VW Golf and Toyota Supra Viper GTS, RT/10, GTX C4, C5, Z06 Corvette Mustang GT, Cobra |
Porsche 996, 968, 944S2, GT3
BMW M3, M5, M Coupe, Z8 Neon ACR, Integra Type R, VW Golf VR6, Mini Cooper S Vehicles modified by Hennessey, Mini-Madness, Etc. Domestic, Asian, and European FWD & RWD cars Domestic, Asian and European SUV’s and SAV’s Domestic and Asian Vans, Light Trucks 125 Shifter Kart |
Race Tracks & Test Tracks Driven
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Autobahn Motorsports Club
Barber Motorsports Park Beaverun Motorsports Park BMW Miramas PG Buttonwillow Raceway Carolina Motorsports Park Charlotte Motor Speedway Circuit de Catalunya (Spain) Gingerman Raceway Hallet Motor Speedway Heartland Park Raceway Homestead Speedway |
Houston Motorsports Ranch
Indianapolis Raceway Park Las Vegas Speedway Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Memphis Motorsports Park Michigan International Speedway Mid-Ohio Raceway Mid America Motorplex Miller Motorsports Park Mosport New Hampshire Speedway No Problem Raceway |
Nelson Ledges
Nurburgring (Nordschleife) Pikes Peak International Raceway Pubelo Raceway Putnam Park Road America Road Atlanta Rockingham Speedway Roebling Road Raceway Sears Point Raceway Sebring International Raceway Summit Point Raceway |
Texas Motorsports Park
Texas World Speedway Virginia International Raceway Waiorau Snow Farm Watkins Glen Willow Springs Raceway Chrysler Chelsea PG Chrysler Arizona PG Goodyear San Angelo PG Michelin Laurens PG Michelin Ledoux PG KRC (snow) |
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Precision. Skill. Experience.
