Going Straight Sideways

Mike Chen, a WRC TV journalist, grew up among motorsports, but now he’s moving from the sidelines to the driver’s seat. His new challenge: to compete in the infamously difficult Wales Rally GB.

To be able to race in Rally GB, Mike Chen needs to pass the test for his competition licence. Then he meets his co-driver, who teaches Mike the language of pace notes with an innovative training tool.

In Ireland, Mike Chen gets some real-world experience with Citroën driver Craig Breen. Mike learns that training behind the wheel isn't enough to be able to compete in a rally like Wales Rally GB.

With Wales Rally GB fast approaching, Mike Chen takes a McLaren 570S around the track. Then it's time for his one and only practise with his co-driver before the big race.

Mike Chen has gone from zero rally experience to racing in one of the world’s most challenging WRC events: Wales Rally GB. Can Mike and co-driver Richard Millener survive three intense days of racing?