The fact that he is humble is probably a big reason why he is a 7 time champion. I know there were a number of races that Jim Clark won in F1, simply because his teammate and competitors broke, yet Clark understood his equipment and was gentle to it, so as not to push too far. (while still being hella fast)
Stock Car and Single Seaters are whole different worlds. Going from F1 or IndyCar to Nascar or viceversa is very hard, while not so much between F1 and IndyCar, since the techniques are very similar (altho IndyCar behaves more like F2 than F1 speed and aero wise)
As simple as this video is, there’s something so fascinating and refreshing about his take. Jimmie’s willingness to be transparent and vulnerable about where he’s falling short in an Indycar is truly a testament to just how incredibly different one car is from the other. And as someone who is a NASCAR fan first, this really peaks my interest in the raw ability of an Indycar, and exponentiates my respect for Jimmie.
So, Jimmie was at the top of NASCAR, but is having a difficult time learning the ropes of driving an Indy car. Then why did Kurt Busch race at Indy and run in the top 3 late in the race and finish I believe 5th, and a couple of other NASCAR drivers have raced the Indy 500 ( Cale Yarbrough & Bobby Allison I believe ) and I think they finished on the Top 10 with no previous experience. Also.... the majority of Indy drivets who have raced NASCAR have not fared all that well except for Tony Stewart, A.J. Foyt, & Mario Andretti. I seem to recall Dale Earnhardt Sr.and other NASCAR drivers gave the Indy driccets fits when they raced the IROC series.
@@stevekelley7738 It was Donnie Allison actually. He talks about it on Coffee With Kyle. What Jimmie is doing is a good bit more complicated. Juan mentioned that small adjustments on an open wheel car were big adjustments on a sedan. Danica didn't know what the car was even supposed to feel like, let alone know how to express that. Each car now is so refined & specialized, F1 included, switching is SO much more difficult. Kudos to Scott for what he's doing this year too.
It's refreshing to experience this level of transparency from a driver. Not only is it an educational opportunity for the fans, but it also reduces the anxiety of wondering "why isn't he fast yet?"
To put it simpler: Any goobersmooch bumpkin can drive a Nascar vehicle near or at the limits. Very very few people can operate an Indycar consistently near or at the limits.
@@gavinvalentino6002 I think you have it a bit wrong here. Yes, both vehicles are very different, but anyone who has driven in NASCAR and other motorsports will tell you that those heavy, obsolete stock cars are definitely not for everyone. There are a lot of others who failed where drivers like Jimmie succeeded. Respect all motorsports, for there is no such thing as an easy one.
@@gavinvalentino6002 Ill tell you what, please tell me you know what IRacing is, if not get on there and show us how easy driving a two wheel drive 800 HP cup car is. I do it every day. I promise you wont wont make a lap.
Just remember, when you were in NASCAR, the tires were half as wide and the car weighed twice as much. Now the car weighs half as much and the tires are twice as wide. :P
Really interesting to hear this. I think Jimmie's logic shows just how hard it is to move between disciplines in motorsport, IndyCar>Nascar>F1>Whatever. The way you have learnt in the feeder series you have competed in up until your peak informs you so much. Credit to JJ for working at it, I hope it works it for you dude
@@GoatedAtNFS indy doesn't have power steering assist so it is tougher to steer. But for Jimmie, the brakes of an open wheel indycar or f1 car are wayyy more intense than a nascar. not to mention the downforce levels are on a whole nother plane
Honestly I feel like NASCARs are probably the hardest to adapt to only because of how primitive they are compared to most other motorsports. Not knocking NASCAR but that's just how it is
Thanks for the braking explanation. Wish there was more testing time available in Indycar. Watching races, I always have to remind myself how few laps you've been able to run in an Indycar.
Jimmie you're one of Nascar's three legendary GOATs...you'll adapt to indycar, you're a beast. Wish you all the best. You don't have to prove nothing to nobody except yourself, you've proven all in your racing career with Nascar alone.
What you see here is the difference between those people that say "I've done this all my life." And those that can accumulate that knowledge and realize that they can still learn different things. Such an admirable quality in a human being and I wish nothing but the best for Jimmie going forward.
One mark of a great driver is the ability to accurately analyze, and be honest with himself about, where and how he is making mistakes. Lesser men blame the car's setup, or think everyone else has more horsepower, or whatever. First, you have to clean up your mistakes and drive the thing properly. Then, and only then, can you address whatever real setup issues you may have. Lots of great drivers have struggled to make a transition between NASCAR and Indy Car, and this ain't gonna be easy. Respect for taking on the challenge, Jimmie!
This is the kind of content only you can provide. It highlights the challenges of driving this type of cars, which comes natural for those who have been doing it for a longtime and thus it’s never really brought up. IndyCar drivers (like some of the best in NASCAR) are very underrated. Keep it up, plenty of admiration for what you are doing.
Open wheel is a different animal and any drivers who are willing to sharpen their blade with another craft after so much success, nothing but respect to you.
Keep at it Jimmie! We're rooting for you. I know you don't need encouragement from a pleb like me but if anyone is able to figure it out, it would be you!
During his time in NASCAR I was never a huge fan of Jimmie Johnson. But he has slowly grew on me especially in his final years full time in the cup series. Seeing this video makes me appreciate him even more. The fact that he is being open to his struggles of transitioning from Nascar to IndyCar is truly humbling.
Love the honesty and being humble. They are definitely different beasts as cars. Only a matter of time though until he’s tuned to the car and breaks out. So happy to follow you past Nascar! Really peaks my interest for Indy.
This reminds me of “Jimmie Johnson’s Anything with an Engine” video game. You can race anything with an engine, it just takes time and patience. Although these IndyCars don’t race like shopping carts with go-kart engines, you’d still whip it faster than anything else out there; no matter who’s driving it. #JJ48 B-)
I was never a JJ NASCAR fan per se, but I'm becoming one in Indy Car. Takes guts for a champion to change venues and go back to being a rookie again. Being honest and open with his struggles also is refreshing and I'm sure he will figure it out.
Loving the honesty, its no failure on your part, its a completely different animal.. Just like when Indycar drivers go to F1, apparently its the same quantum leap in not only brake performance but cornering performance too. We know you'll crack it, looking forward to seeing you battle at the front!
Hey rookie! Relearning is harder than learning. You've got two decades of muscle memory to overcome. That and expectations. Ours (doesn't matter) and yours (critical) I am one of many fans rooting for you. An Indy500 win would be EPIC! Are you going to get the chance next year? I've never been, maybe I should make the pilgrimage in 2022. Saw them run at Fontana. Obviously not the same thing.
Be careful... you’re a rockstar but the line between reaching the edge and passing the edge is the difference between life & death in these cars. Take LONGER to learn as you’ll be better for it in the long run. Go JJ - NASCAR GOAT!
Teaching yourself new muscle memory must be incredibly hard for a veteran driver from a completely different vehicle classification. Thanks so much for your honest insight on something we will never get to experience. Good luck Jimmy.
Totally get it JJ. Drove stock cars most of my racing life (30+ years) Jumped into a Formula 2 car several years ago. You have to trust the braking power and most importantly trusting all the downforce. My first test, was going very well. I'm like heck this is easy so start to push myself and the car. I went through a tight right to left. Entering the left was freaked at how fast I was going and momentarily lifted off the gas. Well that didn't go well. Looped the car several times. didn't hit nothing and ended up pointing in the right direction on the track. My coach on the radio "You lifted didn't you" I'm like yup. Coach "Keep your foot on the gas and trust the downforce" Takes some getting used to. But fun as heck! All the best man!
One of the many things I admire about you Mr. Johnson, is that you admit the difficult difference between NASCAR and Indy, and you are working and learning to master the difference. You are a true master of the sport of racing and I have no doubt that you will succeed as an Indy racer. Your talent and the understanding of this sport is admired by your peers. Best of luck sir, and I will continue to follow your challenges!
Funny how that works hey? I’m following it closely this year cuz of Grosjean. Either way both him and Jimmie have brought a lot of new fans to the sport! 😃
Jimmie I wasn't the biggest fan of yours in NASCAR only because I didn't want you to get more championships than Earnhardt (silly reason I know) but you are absolutely one heck of a wheelman, I have a ton of respect for you and you're my favorite in IndyCar! Go 48!
You and the Earnhardt’s are my all time favorites, just hang in there Jimmy it’s going to turn around for you soon, I have faith in you, You Are The Man!
Exactly and so honest... Spinning the car out in sorta a "controlled" manner finding its limits but just slightly superseding it. Hopefully sim time helps but track seat time in a race is the ultimate and where it counts!
Don't get down on yourself, you'll get the feel of it. Learn from your mistakes is all you can do. Your fans understand how much difference there is between the cars and are behind you no matter how long it takes. You'll be running upfront again sooner than you think.
Isso sim é um campeão legítimo! Erra e não coloca a culpa no carro, e fala pra todo mundo onde está errando e onde precisa melhorar. Parabéns JJ!! Never give up!
Jimmie is a true race car driver, what he is explaining is absolutely true. Nascar has no aero, they are torpedoes, while and Indy car is pure aero light weight. He is going to adapt and I hope he can master this braking, because what he is saying is that, under braking the car decelerates quite fast but at the same time it loses its aero advantage and that causes problem with adhesion and it can cause locks up, like we often see in Formula 1, and with that comes flat spots and vibrations that can cause a lot of problems. I hope he can win again, because he is an awesome driver and a nice guy.
I actually appreciate that you are struggling a little bit, it shows the great talent of the long time IndyCar drivers, and it shows that you are human too, which actually makes your NASCAR success more impressive!
I couldn’t stand Jimmie when he was in nascar but I do admire him for his humbleness. He’ll never do much in Indy car but once again I admire him for trying!!! He all but ruined NASCAR for me for years!!!! I’m sure he’s a good dude!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
To watch a champion step into another class of car and drive - for the challenge, for the purity and love of the of the sport is amazing. The 2021 Indycar season looks like a year to remember. Will continue to cheer you on and support the team. #48
That was a really cool explanation of the differences in breaking. From a guy who will never get to know what it really feels like. It’s cool to hear you explain it.
I really appreciate your humbleness throughout this experience. I look forward to seeing you battling others for position and finishing on the lead lap by the end of the season.
"I just need to throw it in there"......Yep! exactly right. Funny because Graham Rahal did just that last weekend to find the limit of his tires on one turn during a practice session. He spun and then radioed his crew and said "I just threw it in there to see if it would stick"...LOL!!......not recommended for street courses
Hey Jimmie, you should talk to Lewis Hamilton or Vettel about controlling those cars, maybe they can give you more tips. I bet those cars are a different animal. It would be great if a new driver could learn with a top pit crew and team, so you know what a perfectly tuned car feels like, compared to one that isn’t. I think this makes a big difference in learning the handling of any vehicle. You obviously learned that in NASCAR, learned when to push the car and when to hold back. This is what is so great about your driving; your ability to understand your car and communicate the handling to your crew chief. The thing with NASCAR, your car can drift a bit around corners, with Indy and F1, those cars, I wouldn’t think would drift much at all. When they lose traction, the whole car would probably just slide off the road. I’m no professional in the field, but from watching it for a long time, that’s what is seems to me. Then, with open wheels, a driver can’t really bump another driver because the wheels can climb up on another cars wheels and flip it, like what happened to Gilles Villeneuve(RIP) in the 1970’s with Ferrari. Like I said, I’m not a professional, just a fan and giving my insight to the conversation, many know more than me, including you. I’m always a fan Jimmie, and NASCAR just isn’t the same without you. Alex Bowman won last week, 48 forever. 😀🙏
Very impressed with what you have done. Transitioning to Indycar without going up open wheel ranks is a huge chasm to cross. You will progress all season with just the experience you are gaining.
It seems the guys who start in open wheel, TQ's to midgets to sprint cars to Indy and Nascar make these transitions easier. Of course, this a generalization, but AJ, Mario, Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart are examples. One driver who didn't transition out of open wheel was Steve Kinser. My dad Doug Craig won a bunch of TQ and Midget races but was never comfortable in a NASCAR modified. Lenny Boyd won in TQ's and Midgets and had a very successful asphalt modified career.
Appreciate your honesty in regard to the transition from Cup to IndyCar. I've never driven either, but I've followed both series long enough to understand that the cars are very, very different from each other.
Very cool of you to be so open with your struggles in this transition (and well done to frame yourself in front of all those trophies so people can't lose sight of your achievements...)
Of the 3 rookies in Indycar this year, Jimmy unquestioningly has the biggest learning curve. For all that F1 & Indycar are completely different, Grosjean at least has the benefit of open-wheel experience. McLaughlin's switch has been carefully curated by Penske. JJ, on the other hand, is switching between cars where about the only thing they have in common is that they have 4 wheels. Indycars are neither easy or forgiving, and put very high physical demands on the driver. Credit to Jimmy for his approach and respect for a new type of racing.
McLaughlin has the same leap to make. Those Australian V8s are heavy, powerful and low grip just like NASCAR. That Penske has taken care of him doesn't give him any greater physical ability to drive the car.
I'm not gonna lie to you I grew up a penske fan rusty wallace but I can't deny that you were a true champion and did so much for nascar God bless you and your family brother
This is exactly what is hardest to teach to properly drive our Porsche Cup cars in Carrera Cup. Also dealing with right amount of brake bias for entry stability and turn in. Good luck man. You have years of programming to unprogram. You’ll figure it out but you need real seat time as you damn sure know.
WOW. 7-time champion and this humble and honest with fans. That's why I cheer for you!
Exactly.
He’s in last place, what’s there to lie about? Oh ya you’re American, you’ll believe anything.
The fact that he is humble is probably a big reason why he is a 7 time champion. I know there were a number of races that Jim Clark won in F1, simply because his teammate and competitors broke, yet Clark understood his equipment and was gentle to it, so as not to push too far. (while still being hella fast)
Stock Car and Single Seaters are whole different worlds. Going from F1 or IndyCar to Nascar or viceversa is very hard, while not so much between F1 and IndyCar, since the techniques are very similar (altho IndyCar behaves more like F2 than F1 speed and aero wise)
@@mikecarty4320 All that arrogance and you lack the nuance to make a better argument. Maybe some humility would benefit your life.
As simple as this video is, there’s something so fascinating and refreshing about his take. Jimmie’s willingness to be transparent and vulnerable about where he’s falling short in an Indycar is truly a testament to just how incredibly different one car is from the other. And as someone who is a NASCAR fan first, this really peaks my interest in the raw ability of an Indycar, and exponentiates my respect for Jimmie.
Well said Sam!
So, Jimmie was at the top of NASCAR, but is having a difficult time learning the ropes of driving an Indy car. Then why did Kurt Busch race at Indy and run in the top 3 late in the race and finish I believe 5th, and a couple of other NASCAR drivers have raced the Indy 500 ( Cale Yarbrough & Bobby Allison I believe ) and I think they finished on the Top 10 with no previous experience. Also.... the majority of Indy drivets who have raced NASCAR have not fared all that well except for Tony Stewart, A.J. Foyt, & Mario Andretti. I seem to recall Dale Earnhardt Sr.and other NASCAR drivers gave the Indy driccets fits when they raced the IROC series.
@@stevekelley7738 - Jimmy is talking about Indy road courses... At the Brickyard during the 500 there's not much braking going on....
@@stevelucero9047 Fair enough.... I haven't been keeping up with Jimmie since he left NASCAR. Thanks for clarifying.
@@stevekelley7738 It was Donnie Allison actually. He talks about it on Coffee With Kyle. What Jimmie is doing is a good bit more complicated. Juan mentioned that small adjustments on an open wheel car were big adjustments on a sedan. Danica didn't know what the car was even supposed to feel like, let alone know how to express that. Each car now is so refined & specialized, F1 included, switching is SO much more difficult. Kudos to Scott for what he's doing this year too.
It's refreshing to experience this level of transparency from a driver. Not only is it an educational opportunity for the fans, but it also reduces the anxiety of wondering "why isn't he fast yet?"
We believe in you Jimmie!!! You’ll be an INDYCAR champion in no time!!!! GO TEAM 48!!!!!
I have loved jimmie for over half of my life but that may be a stretch lol. I hope I'm wrong I sincerely do haha
You have to be realistic. He is not trying for a championship. Let's focus on getting in the top 20 and then some top 10s
I liked the comment but then had to unlike it because it had turned to 70. Let me know when someone else likes it
Do you really believe that? I admire him for taking the plunge to open wheels, but it's a whole different game.
Are you crazy? Indy car champion? If that happens I’ll literally give you 50k, if it doesn’t you owe me 1k
I appreciate him saying he needs to make mistakes to gain experience. He’s doing his homework and I respect that
You got this Jimmie. The talent this year is unbelievable and you are no exception
That talent in the series causes him to spin out a lot?
To put it simpler:
Any goobersmooch bumpkin can drive a Nascar vehicle near or at the limits.
Very very few people can operate an Indycar consistently near or at the limits.
@@gavinvalentino6002 I think you have it a bit wrong here. Yes, both vehicles are very different, but anyone who has driven in NASCAR and other motorsports will tell you that those heavy, obsolete stock cars are definitely not for everyone. There are a lot of others who failed where drivers like Jimmie succeeded. Respect all motorsports, for there is no such thing as an easy one.
@@digitalcamaro9708 yeah Nascar and open wheel are just soo different that it can be hard for drivers of both to swap and adjust
@@gavinvalentino6002 Ill tell you what, please tell me you know what IRacing is, if not get on there and show us how easy driving a two wheel drive 800 HP cup car is. I do it every day. I promise you wont wont make a lap.
Just remember, when you were in NASCAR, the tires were half as wide and the car weighed twice as much. Now the car weighs half as much and the tires are twice as wide. :P
Brilliant!
Don't forget the gigantic difference in downforce
Greatest racing movie ever...
Hit the pace car?!
@@drivewaystar6485 LOL!!! Brilliant
Really interesting to hear this. I think Jimmie's logic shows just how hard it is to move between disciplines in motorsport, IndyCar>Nascar>F1>Whatever. The way you have learnt in the feeder series you have competed in up until your peak informs you so much. Credit to JJ for working at it, I hope it works it for you dude
And Romain said he was surprised how easy it was driving f1 compared to indy after getting in it
@@GoatedAtNFS indy doesn't have power steering assist so it is tougher to steer. But for Jimmie, the brakes of an open wheel indycar or f1 car are wayyy more intense than a nascar. not to mention the downforce levels are on a whole nother plane
It does show how impressive McLaughlin actually is coming from those big Australian V8s.
Honestly I feel like NASCARs are probably the hardest to adapt to only because of how primitive they are compared to most other motorsports. Not knocking NASCAR but that's just how it is
IndyCar to F1 and viceversa isn't that hard since they're actually fairly similar
If anyone deserves a win in a new class its you. Youre a genuinely good guy. Good luck jimmie
Thanks for the braking explanation. Wish there was more testing time available in Indycar. Watching races, I always have to remind myself how few laps you've been able to run in an Indycar.
Practice makes perfect. It’s all about getting those reps in and learning as you go. Doing a great job in Indycar this year champ.
Jimmie you're one of Nascar's three legendary GOATs...you'll adapt to indycar, you're a beast. Wish you all the best. You don't have to prove nothing to nobody except yourself, you've proven all in your racing career with Nascar alone.
Goat? Lol yeah okay. How did he do his last 131 races in elite equipment? Lolol stfu
@@Weezy10580 How about Richard Petty's last 174? how about you be quiet.
@@heidtxtreme1648 how about petty was in 50s driving junk? What now boy?
@@Weezy10580 You gotta prove that
@@Weezy10580 7 championships don’t require skill to you apparently
What you see here is the difference between those people that say "I've done this all my life." And those that can accumulate that knowledge and realize that they can still learn different things. Such an admirable quality in a human being and I wish nothing but the best for Jimmie going forward.
One mark of a great driver is the ability to accurately analyze, and be honest with himself about, where and how he is making mistakes. Lesser men blame the car's setup, or think everyone else has more horsepower, or whatever. First, you have to clean up your mistakes and drive the thing properly. Then, and only then, can you address whatever real setup issues you may have. Lots of great drivers have struggled to make a transition between NASCAR and Indy Car, and this ain't gonna be easy. Respect for taking on the challenge, Jimmie!
It is great to hear a champion speak so articulately about his challenges. Cool dude.
Once you dial in with this new car you are going to win, win , win. Cheers to you Jimmie 7x🏆
Just think of a room full of Jimmie's and Lewis's trophies together both seven time champions and countless race wins.
Throw in Schumi’s trophies and this party 🎉 just got a whole lot better. 21 titles between the 3, now let that sink in. 🤙
Better yet how bout we put in all of Jimmie’s Lewis’s Schumacher’s Dale Sr’s and Petty’s trophies. Probably couldn’t fit all of them in one room
Only HUGE difference is that Jimmie actually EARNED his GOAT status...can't say the same about the other guy you mentioned.
@@Robwilli Lewis very much earned his status. Lewis hmmm isn’t that the guy who almost won the championship in his 1st year
@@kadenlemon495 F1 competition is a joke and Lewis has won all except one championship on rails. Don't even talk to me about F1 man...
This is the kind of content only you can provide. It highlights the challenges of driving this type of cars, which comes natural for those who have been doing it for a longtime and thus it’s never really brought up. IndyCar drivers (like some of the best in NASCAR) are very underrated. Keep it up, plenty of admiration for what you are doing.
Hi Jimmie I’m your biggest fan dude
Open wheel is a different animal and any drivers who are willing to sharpen their blade with another craft after so much success, nothing but respect to you.
Keep at it Jimmie! We're rooting for you. I know you don't need encouragement from a pleb like me but if anyone is able to figure it out, it would be you!
thanks for taking the series seriously, jimmie.
During his time in NASCAR I was never a huge fan of Jimmie Johnson. But he has slowly grew on me especially in his final years full time in the cup series. Seeing this video makes me appreciate him even more. The fact that he is being open to his struggles of transitioning from Nascar to IndyCar is truly humbling.
The honesty and humility are refreshing.
Love the honesty and being humble.
They are definitely different beasts as cars. Only a matter of time though until he’s tuned to the car and breaks out.
So happy to follow you past Nascar!
Really peaks my interest for Indy.
This reminds me of “Jimmie Johnson’s Anything with an Engine” video game. You can race anything with an engine, it just takes time and patience. Although these IndyCars don’t race like shopping carts with go-kart engines, you’d still whip it faster than anything else out there; no matter who’s driving it. #JJ48 B-)
Great explanation. A learning process is all it is for the talent Jimmie has.
I was never a JJ NASCAR fan per se, but I'm becoming one in Indy Car. Takes guts for a champion to change venues and go back to being a rookie again. Being honest and open with his struggles also is refreshing and I'm sure he will figure it out.
You don't see race car drivers so open about their own struggles very often. I'm very impressed.
You'll retrain that muscle memory, stay after it Jimmie. 👍🇺🇸👍🏁
Loving the honesty, its no failure on your part, its a completely different animal.. Just like when Indycar drivers go to F1, apparently its the same quantum leap in not only brake performance but cornering performance too. We know you'll crack it, looking forward to seeing you battle at the front!
You're doing great for your first year, Jimmie. Keep it up, man!
Jimmie I am really glad to see you in open wheel, would love to see you stick with it and become a big name in IndyCar, I think you can do it.
It's all that magic air stuff. I still enjoy watching you race.
Practice is key. Hops to see u race in person some day!
Hey rookie! Relearning is harder than learning. You've got two decades of muscle memory to overcome. That and expectations. Ours (doesn't matter) and yours (critical) I am one of many fans rooting for you. An Indy500 win would be EPIC! Are you going to get the chance next year? I've never been, maybe I should make the pilgrimage in 2022. Saw them run at Fontana. Obviously not the same thing.
You can do it, Jimmie! Practice - practice - practice and you will have it mastered soon enough. It has wheels.....you can drive it!!!
Be careful... you’re a rockstar but the line between reaching the edge and passing the edge is the difference between life & death in these cars. Take LONGER to learn as you’ll be better for it in the long run. Go JJ - NASCAR GOAT!
Teaching yourself new muscle memory must be incredibly hard for a veteran driver from a completely different vehicle classification. Thanks so much for your honest insight on something we will never get to experience. Good luck Jimmy.
No matter what happens, you will always be a champion and the third nascar seven time winner and we will always support you
Keep doing what you love
You can see his passion for driving is so much bigger than it used to be.
,,,,here from land o' lakes,wi.....we're here following you to whatever end,,Mr Johnson......big fan,,,,,New future,good luck...pat.
Totally get it JJ. Drove stock cars most of my racing life (30+ years) Jumped into a Formula 2 car several years ago. You have to trust the braking power and most importantly trusting all the downforce. My first test, was going very well. I'm like heck this is easy so start to push myself and the car. I went through a tight right to left. Entering the left was freaked at how fast I was going and momentarily lifted off the gas. Well that didn't go well. Looped the car several times. didn't hit nothing and ended up pointing in the right direction on the track. My coach on the radio "You lifted didn't you" I'm like yup. Coach "Keep your foot on the gas and trust the downforce" Takes some getting used to. But fun as heck! All the best man!
One of the many things I admire about you Mr. Johnson, is that you admit the difficult difference between NASCAR and Indy, and you are working and learning to master the difference. You are a true master of the sport of racing and I have no doubt that you will succeed as an Indy racer. Your talent and the understanding of this sport is admired by your peers. Best of luck sir, and I will continue to follow your challenges!
You're a goat jimmie. I've followed you through every championship and I know you'll find a way. Never cared about indy cars until this season.
Funny how that works hey? I’m following it closely this year cuz of Grosjean. Either way both him and Jimmie have brought a lot of new fans to the sport! 😃
That explains so much! Thanks for the feedback!
Thank you, Jimmie! Keep it going!
Jimmie I wasn't the biggest fan of yours in NASCAR only because I didn't want you to get more championships than Earnhardt (silly reason I know) but you are absolutely one heck of a wheelman, I have a ton of respect for you and you're my favorite in IndyCar! Go 48!
Keep at it Jimmy , your in great shape from cycling and are a true champion !
Hang in there Jimmie, you can do this!
Keep it up Jimmie I'm rooting for you! Keep pushing to discover the limits!
Kudos on you for giving it a try. Keep doing what you are doing, you'll get there soon
The Indy 500 is coming up no brakes. You got it
It’s going to be interesting to follow his transition to open wheel cars, I learned at least two things I didn’t know already!
You and the Earnhardt’s are my all time favorites, just hang in there Jimmy it’s going to turn around for you soon, I have faith in you, You Are The Man!
The great ones Problem Solve.
I can't wait to see what happens over the next few years!
Exactly and so honest... Spinning the car out in sorta a "controlled" manner finding its limits but just slightly superseding it. Hopefully sim time helps but track seat time in a race is the ultimate and where it counts!
Don't get down on yourself, you'll get the feel of it. Learn from your mistakes is all you can do. Your fans understand how much difference there is between the cars and are behind you no matter how long it takes. You'll be running upfront again sooner than you think.
Isso sim é um campeão legítimo! Erra e não coloca a culpa no carro, e fala pra todo mundo onde está errando e onde precisa melhorar. Parabéns JJ!! Never give up!
Jimmie is a true race car driver, what he is explaining is absolutely true. Nascar has no aero, they are torpedoes, while and Indy car is pure aero light weight. He is going to adapt and I hope he can master this braking, because what he is saying is that, under braking the car decelerates quite fast but at the same time it loses its aero advantage and that causes problem with adhesion and it can cause locks up, like we often see in Formula 1, and with that comes flat spots and vibrations that can cause a lot of problems.
I hope he can win again, because he is an awesome driver and a nice guy.
I'm pulling for you Jimmie. Keep pushing.
Yeah, the struggle's really hard. But don't sweat, in time you'll got the moves.
I actually appreciate that you are struggling a little bit, it shows the great talent of the long time IndyCar drivers, and it shows that you are human too, which actually makes your NASCAR success more impressive!
I couldn’t stand Jimmie when he was in nascar but I do admire him for his humbleness.
He’ll never do much in Indy car but once again I admire him for trying!!!
He all but ruined NASCAR for me for years!!!!
I’m sure he’s a good dude!!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Good honest insight. Keep up the good attitude, and I'm sure you'll see the progress.
To go fast you have to stop fast. Great explanation!
I wanna see him stick with it I knows where’s he’s coming short a true champ is humble
I'll always support someone working towards a dream. Keep up the great work, JJ.
Your talents just blow me away JJ🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🏎🏎🏎💨👌👌👌👌👌❤
Seriously amazing how you're genuinely adopting the student mindset for this transition to IndyCar - exciting to watch you get up to speed!
To watch a champion step into another class of car and drive - for the challenge, for the purity and love of the of the sport is amazing. The 2021 Indycar season looks like a year to remember. Will continue to cheer you on and support the team. #48
Holy crap Romain AND Jimmie in Indycar this season? I might need to tune in for the first time in years ..
That was a really cool explanation of the differences in breaking. From a guy who will never get to know what it really feels like. It’s cool to hear you explain it.
Cool to see a video like this from Jimmie.
I really appreciate your humbleness throughout this experience. I look forward to seeing you battling others for position and finishing on the lead lap by the end of the season.
Very refreshing to hear this honesty! I’m rooting for ya!
Great explanation and a true testament that natural talent alone is not enough...he hit all the bullet points too, hardwork, practice, and dedication
Get it JJ! Rooting for ya man!
Really great insight! Love this!
"I just need to throw it in there"......Yep! exactly right. Funny because Graham Rahal did just that last weekend to find the limit of his tires on one turn during a practice session. He spun and then radioed his crew and said "I just threw it in there to see if it would stick"...LOL!!......not recommended for street courses
Hey Jimmie, you should talk to Lewis Hamilton or Vettel about controlling those cars, maybe they can give you more tips. I bet those cars are a different animal. It would be great if a new driver could learn with a top pit crew and team, so you know what a perfectly tuned car feels like, compared to one that isn’t. I think this makes a big difference in learning the handling of any vehicle. You obviously learned that in NASCAR, learned when to push the car and when to hold back. This is what is so great about your driving; your ability to understand your car and communicate the handling to your crew chief. The thing with NASCAR, your car can drift a bit around corners, with Indy and F1, those cars, I wouldn’t think would drift much at all. When they lose traction, the whole car would probably just slide off the road. I’m no professional in the field, but from watching it for a long time, that’s what is seems to me. Then, with open wheels, a driver can’t really bump another driver because the wheels can climb up on another cars wheels and flip it, like what happened to Gilles Villeneuve(RIP) in the 1970’s with Ferrari. Like I said, I’m not a professional, just a fan and giving my insight to the conversation, many know more than me, including you. I’m always a fan Jimmie, and NASCAR just isn’t the same without you. Alex Bowman won last week, 48 forever. 😀🙏
Super interesting! This video earned you a new fan
Very impressed with what you have done. Transitioning to Indycar without going up open wheel ranks is a huge chasm to cross. You will progress all season with just the experience you are gaining.
Many years ago, Jackie Stewart told David Coulthard to "brake less."
You’ll get there, it’s just the matter of time, it isn’t easy to go from +20 years in stock cars to an open wheeler
Makes you appreciate the skill of AJ and Mario. They could jump into ANY car and win. Hang in there Jimmie!
It seems the guys who start in open wheel, TQ's to midgets to sprint cars to Indy and Nascar make these transitions easier. Of course, this a generalization, but AJ, Mario, Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart are examples. One driver who didn't transition out of open wheel was Steve Kinser. My dad Doug Craig won a bunch of TQ and Midget races but was never comfortable in a NASCAR modified. Lenny Boyd won in TQ's and Midgets and had a very successful asphalt modified career.
Appreciate your honesty in regard to the transition from Cup to IndyCar. I've never driven either, but I've followed both series long enough to understand that the cars are very, very different from each other.
Unreal you got into indy cars so late in life.i wish you the best.be safe
I just enjoy seeing you race, winning or not, just competing. Enjoy it and take where ever it leads.
I admire Jimmie for attempting this transition, especially at age 45 or thereabouts. Let's hope he succeeds.
The mid to end of next year you will be contending for podiums just keep going man if any one can adjust to it is you
That the correct answer, find the edge in alot of different situations.
I missed seeing you climb out of the 48 car after it crossed the line at Dover this passed weekend. Keep plugging away, you get this in no time.
Very cool of you to be so open with your struggles in this transition (and well done to frame yourself in front of all those trophies so people can't lose sight of your achievements...)
Of the 3 rookies in Indycar this year, Jimmy unquestioningly has the biggest learning curve. For all that F1 & Indycar are completely different, Grosjean at least has the benefit of open-wheel experience. McLaughlin's switch has been carefully curated by Penske.
JJ, on the other hand, is switching between cars where about the only thing they have in common is that they have 4 wheels.
Indycars are neither easy or forgiving, and put very high physical demands on the driver. Credit to Jimmy for his approach and respect for a new type of racing.
McLaughlin has the same leap to make. Those Australian V8s are heavy, powerful and low grip just like NASCAR.
That Penske has taken care of him doesn't give him any greater physical ability to drive the car.
I'm not gonna lie to you I grew up a penske fan rusty wallace but I can't deny that you were a true champion and did so much for nascar God bless you and your family brother
Go JJ...rooting for you bud!!
thanks for the racing class champ
Keep pushing on Jimmy you'll get it. See you at Road America.
This is exactly what is hardest to teach to properly drive our Porsche Cup cars in Carrera Cup. Also dealing with right amount of brake bias for entry stability and turn in. Good luck man. You have years of programming to unprogram. You’ll figure it out but you need real seat time as you damn sure know.