Both sides have access to specific tech to take down or evade opponents: Strategy Tips
: Follow closely behind opponents to gain a speed boost. Be careful as racers can drop spike strips. Combat & Equipment Strategy Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit
Locks onto a target to deal damage. Best used just before a turn to smash them off the road. Both sides have access to specific tech to
: As a cop, focus on the slower vehicles at the back of the pack first. The game’s "catch-up" mechanic often slows down AI in front as you clear the rear. Best used just before a turn to smash them off the road
: A social system that tracks friend's times and recommends events where they have beaten your record. Driving & Racing Techniques
: Use the "brake-to-drift" mechanic. For tighter turns, tap the brake while turning to initiate a drift. Aim for the apex of the turn to maintain the highest exit speed.