Camber

Camber is the angle of a vehicle's wheels relative to the vertical axis when viewed from the front or rear of the car. It describes how much the wheels "lean" inward or outward from the vehicle.

Negative camber (wheels leaning inward at the top) improves cornering grip by maximizing tire contact during turns, which is why race cars often use this setup. Positive camber (wheels leaning outward) is less common in motorsport. The right camber setting balances cornering performance with straight-line stability and even tire wear.

Engineers adjust camber angles based on track layout, driving conditions, and vehicle type. For example, Formula 1 cars typically run significant negative camber for high-speed circuit cornering, while oval track racers might use different camber settings on each side of the car.