There are many different ways to score points during a race.

Win the race:

The best way to score points is to win the race, but you'll also score points for coming in second, third or fourth place, all the way down to eighth. So, even if you do come in last, you still score points for finishing, so get out there and race. The more you race, the more points you earn!

Lead a lap:

You score points each time you're in first place at the end of a lap.  That's three chances per race to lead the pack and tack on additional points as a race leader!

Perform stunts:

Jumps, aerial maneuvers, flips and riding the walls all contribute to your overall point total! Race hard and maintain the lead, bu add some acrobatics to stock up on stunt points.  Show off and score big!

Collect Coins:

Find the three coins on each track for added points.  They're not always in the same place, so keep your eyes open; those coins really add up!