In Episode 1, join Mike on an epic journey as he prepares to compete on one of the toughest events on the World Rally Championship. Episode 1 of "Going Straight Sideways" brings us to the start line for his journey to become a true WRC driver.
In Episode 2, in order to be allowed to race in Rally GB, Mike first needs to pass the test for his competition license. Then, it’s time to meet his co-driver, who begins to teach Mike the language of pace notes with an innovative training tool.
In Episode 3, the Emerald Isle awaits Mike Chen as he heads to Waterford, Ireland, to get some real-world experience with Citroën factory driver Craig Breen. Mike learns that training behind the wheel might not be enough alone to be able to compete in a race like Rally GB.
In Episode 4, Mike Chen takes a McLaren 570s around the track as he explains the differences between rally and circuit racing. Then it's back to Cumbria for his one and only practice with his co-driver before the big race.
In Episode 5, Mike Chen has gone from zero rally experience to racing in one of the most challenging WRC races in the word, the Wales Rally GB. Can Mike and co-driver Richard Milliner survive the three intense days of racing and make it over the finish line?