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Off The Racing Line
USM3C
18 episodes
6 days ago
Off The Racing Line is the podcast where motorsports gets real. Forget the polished, perfect moments. We dive into the chaos, the mistakes, and the breakthroughs that happen when you stray from the racing line. From racing to HPDE and instructing, host Carlos Espitia sits down with racers and coaches who’ve been there, done that, and lived to tell the story. We’re talking about the unfiltered side of racing—the lessons you don’t hear about in the driver’s meeting. It’s not just about speed; it’s about the hard truth of pushing limits and facing the unexpected. Get ready for real conversations
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Off The Racing Line is the podcast where motorsports gets real. Forget the polished, perfect moments. We dive into the chaos, the mistakes, and the breakthroughs that happen when you stray from the racing line. From racing to HPDE and instructing, host Carlos Espitia sits down with racers and coaches who’ve been there, done that, and lived to tell the story. We’re talking about the unfiltered side of racing—the lessons you don’t hear about in the driver’s meeting. It’s not just about speed; it’s about the hard truth of pushing limits and facing the unexpected. Get ready for real conversations
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Off The Racing Line
How Drug Money Fueled IMSA Racing in the 1980s

Racing, Cocaine, and the 1980s IMSA Underworld — The Ken Behr StoryIn the 1980s, South Florida’s racing scene was fueled by more than just gasoline.Our guest, Ken Behr, was a race car driver who also ran tons of marijuana and cocaine through the same networks that bankrolled parts of IMSA and Road Atlanta.In this episode, Ken reveals how drug money powered his racing career, the reality of smuggling operations in that era, and what life was like after walking away from it all.👉 Subscribe for more real, unfiltered stories from the world of motorsport — both on and off the racing line.Get Ken's book and listen to his podcast: https://onestepovertheline.com/🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.Website: https://offtheracingline.com/YT: / @offtheracingline Instagram: / offtheracingline TikTok: / offtheracingline Facebook: / offtheracingline Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo#Racing #Motorsport #TrueCrime #IMSA #DrugSmuggling #KenBehr #OffTheRacingLine #FARA #CocaineCowboys

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6 days ago
56 minutes 8 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Father & Daughter Racing Together: The Day I Cried at The Track - EP17

Episode 17 – Kaelyn Kinley: The 16-Year-Old Racer Teaching Adults How to Drive

In this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with Kaelyn Kinley, a third-generation racer who started driving at just five years old. Now, at sixteen, she’s racing Spec Miata with SCCA and FARA, serving as an HPDE instructor for FARA, and even mentoring other young drivers.

We talk about growing up at the track, competing against adults, and what it’s like teaching drivers twice her age how to go faster. Kaelyn shares the ups and downs of racing as a teenager, how the car becomes the great equalizer, and what it’s like balancing high school life with the racing world.

Joining us is her father, Marc Kinley, who shares the emotional and financial realities of supporting his daughter’s passion for racing, from nerves to pride and everything in between.


🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: / @offtheracingline

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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2 weeks ago
55 minutes 9 seconds

Off The Racing Line
The First NCAA-Level Auto Racing Series (And Why It Works) - EP16

Episode 16 – Jack Hobbs: The Future of College Racing (Victory Lane Edition)


Recorded on location at Homestead-Miami Speedway, this Victory Lane Edition of Off The Racing Line features Jack Hobbs, founder of the Collegiate Racing Series (CRS) — the sanctioning body connecting students, universities, and motorsport organizations to shape the future of competitive racing.


We dive into Jack’s journey through HPDE, FARA’s Competition and Instructor Schools, and Jzilla Track Days, all leading to the creation of CRS. We also explore how universities like Clemson are building full motorsports programs, merging education and racing into one path.


Filmed while battling the elements — with rain trickling down and the crew throwing up tents mid-shoot — this episode proves that passion for racing doesn’t stop when the weather turns.


🎙 Sponsored by FARA – Formula & Automobile Racing Association

https://farausa.com/


📍 Recorded trackside at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway as part of our exclusive Victory Lane Edition series.


Collegiate Racing Series: https://drivecrs.com/


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: / @offtheracingline

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo


#FARA #ProSpecMiata #Motorsports #VictoryLaneEdition #RacingPodcast

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3 weeks ago
25 minutes 8 seconds

Off The Racing Line
50 Years Wrenching: The Golden Era of BMW Ended in 2006

Episode 15 – Sebring 12 Hours: When Backyard Builders Could Race Next to Legends, with Rennie Bryant.

Rennie Bryant has done it all — from racing SCCA in the ’70s, running the 12 Hours of Sebring, and co-driving with Randy Pobst, to taking 3rd in the BMW Club Racing national championship. He’s also spent 50 years at Redline Bimmer Performance, a BMW shop he now owns and runs, and today serves as president of the BMW CCA Everglades chapter.We dig into the golden years of grassroots racing, the politics holding clubs back, and the lessons Rennie’s learned from half a century in motorsports.


🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.

➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: / @offtheracingline

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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1 month ago
1 hour 54 seconds

Off The Racing Line
ChampCar Racing: How to Manage Fatigue and Teammates

Episode 14 – Dan Dombrowski: Endurance Racing & The Next GenerationIn this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with Dan Dombrowski — racer, instructor, and Champcar competitor. Dan shares how he started in an E46 BMW 330, the grind of endurance racing, and why Champcar is as much about strategy and survival as it is about speed.We dive into the highs and heartbreaks of 12- and 24-hour racing, the unique challenges of working with teammates through fatigue, and the lessons you only learn when a car has to last all night.Beyond racing, Dan opens up about guiding his son — now getting his learner’s permit — into motorsports, and what parents should know about the best entry points for young drivers. Plus, we bring back Instructor War Stories, rapid-fire questions, and the guest challenge.This Episode is in honor of Charlie Kirk.🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.Website: https://offtheracingline.com/YT: / @offtheracingline Instagram: / offtheracingline TikTok: / offtheracingline Facebook: / offtheracingline Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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1 month ago
1 hour

Off The Racing Line
The Masters Class: Racing Little Kids Who Started at Age 5

Episode 13 – Hal Gould: Breaking 200 MPH: My McLaren Hit 203 On a 3-Mile RunwayIn this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with Hal Gould — a driver who went from car-indifferent college kid to full-blown racer. Hal shares how the AMG Performance School with Shane Lewis lit the spark, his time at Lucas Oil Racing School, and what it’s like racing everything from exotics to FARA’s Super Lap Series and Formula 4 against fearless kids.We talk wrecks at Daytona, competing with NASA and FARA, the lessons that humble even seasoned racers, and why ego, money, and fear ruin more drivers than bad luck ever could.This one’s full of laughs, scars, and brutally honest takes from someone who’s lived it.We get into 👇0:00 – Meet Hal Gould 9:10 – Hitting 203 MPH in a McLaren 15:55 – From McLaren 650S to a Porsche Cayman GTS22:44 – Attending Lucas Oil Racing School25:45 – Racing Against Kids34:08 – Endurance Racing with WRL38:35 – Daytona Crash48:51 – Rapid Fire Questions53:17 – Guest Challenge🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.Website: https://offtheracingline.com/YT: / @offtheracingline Instagram: / offtheracingline TikTok: / offtheracingline Facebook: / offtheracingline Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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2 months ago
56 minutes 13 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Cupcake Racing: The Tragic Story Behind the Team Name

Episode 12 – Victory Lane Edition: “Tow Hook” Kelly & Rob Garza


We’re back at Homestead-Miami Speedway for another Victory Lane Edition of Off The Racing Line. This time, we sit down with two very different racers on the same grid: James “Kelly” Ganjei and veteran driver Rob Garza.


Kelly shares the deeply moving story behind the Cupcake Racing name — a tribute to his daughter. It’s a moment that brought the whole set to the edge of tears and shows the soul that motorsports can carry.


Alongside the heavy, there’s plenty of light. We uncover how Kelly picked up the nickname “Tow Hook Kelly,” swap laughs and close calls, and dive into the similarities and differences between racing with FARA and NASA. With Rob’s two decades of racing perspective and Kelly’s fresh passion, this episode blends experience, heartbreak, and humor in a way that only racing life can deliver.


It’s an emotional ride — full of grit, grief, and a reminder of the community that keeps us all on track.


🎙 Sponsored by FARA – Formula & Automobile Racing Association

https://farausa.com/


📍 Recorded trackside at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway as part of our exclusive Victory Lane Edition series.


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: / @offtheracingline

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo


#FARA #ProSpecMiata #Motorsports #VictoryLaneEdition #RacingPodcast

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2 months ago
26 minutes 26 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Car Meets vs. Track Days: Look What I Got vs. Look What I Can Do

Episode 11 – Brian Blash: From Car Meets to Track Culture


We’re back with Episode 11 of Off The Racing Line, recorded after an insane run of six trackside episodes. This time, we sit down with Brian Blash to dig into the crossroads between car meet culture and track culture.


From the rise (and fall) of BMW meetups to why most enthusiasts never make the jump to track days, Brian doesn’t hold back. We break down the dangers of street racing, Florida’s brand-new “speeder” law, and Carlos throws a direct challenge to every wannabe street racer out there.


Plus, we talk about running track days in an 800whp BMW G80, some hair-raising close calls, and we wrap it all up with a brand-new rapid-fire segment that you won’t want to miss.


We get into 👇

0:00 – Welcome to Episode 9

5:18 – Meet Brian Blash

9:00 – The BMW Car Meet Culture

17:26 – Florida Bimmers Driving Group

19:20 – That Emblem Doesn't Make us Friends

24:20 – Street Racers Are Idiots

26:52 – Nissan Altima - The Final Boss

28:40 – Challenge to Street Racers

34:25 – Brian's 900 HP G80 M3

40:18 – The Legend of Trevor B.

44:11 – Rapid Fire Questions

51:00 – Rapid Fire Questions



🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track Experience

Track-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.

➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/


YT: https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLine

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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2 months ago
52 minutes 27 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Youngest Comp School Driver Becomes The Coolest Kid At School

🏁 Victory Lane Edition – EP10 🏁

Live from Homestead-Miami Speedway, we sit down with father-son duo Peter & Joseph Saddington for a special trackside edition of Off The Racing Line.


At just 12 years old, Joseph became the youngest driver to complete FARA’s official competition/racing school, and this weekend, he’s making his debut in the Pro Spec Miata series. Starting in competitive karting at only 9, Joseph has developed a race prep routine that’s more structured and disciplined than many seasoned drivers.


We dive into:

Joseph’s journey from karting to racing

How he mentally and physically prepares for competition

Peter’s perspective on raising a young racer and watching him take on the track

Insights into family, discipline, and chasing dreams at full speed


🎙 Sponsored by FARA – Formula & Automobile Racing Association

https://farausa.com/


📍 Recorded trackside at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway as part of our exclusive Victory Lane Edition series.


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: / @offtheracingline

Instagram: / offtheracingline

TikTok: / offtheracingline

Facebook: / offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo


#FARA #ProSpecMiata #Motorsports #VictoryLaneEdition #RacingPodcast

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2 months ago
16 minutes 35 seconds

Off The Racing Line
At 72, This Two-Time Champion Still Chases Top Drivers In An M3

EP9 - The Fred Flintstone Tech That Created a National Autocross Champion, David Schnoerr


What do you get when you mix a 72-year-old track junkie, two national autocross championships, an FIA racing license, and decades of wild pace car stories? You get David Schnoerr — and you get one hell of an episode.


From his early days navigating “slalom competitions” in Panama to mentoring the next generation of racers at FARA, David's journey is as fast and relentless as the cars he’s driven. He’s competed on the national stage, raced professionally, and still shows up to every track day with his orange F80 M3, usually right on the heels of the fastest drivers in the field.


We get into 👇

0:00 – Welcome to Episode 9

4:25 – Meet David Schnoerr

8:22 – Cultural Differences in Autocross

9:40 – Winning in Autocross

15:01 – From Autocross to Road Racing

21:11 – Track Day Culture Change

24:24 – Student Becomes The Master

28:40 – Driving The Pace Car

34:00 – Staying Sharp at 72

39:36 – Competing in The Super Lap Series

49:56 – Rapid Fire Questions

58:31 – Guest Challenge


This episode is packed with humor, insight, and raw inspiration. If you’ve ever thought you were too old—or too late—to get started in motorsports, David is living proof that the track doesn’t care about your age.


🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track Experience

Track-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.

➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLine

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheracingline/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheracingline

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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3 months ago
1 hour 33 seconds

Off The Racing Line
How to Afford An Aston Martin & Porsche Collection: 80-Hour Work Weeks

Porsche Junkie Fights Trolls: They Think I'm A 45-Year-Old Man - EP9 with Jen Torres


This week, we sit down with Jenn Torres—a Porsche enthusiast, long-distance road trip junkie, and the woman behind the wheel (and the canvas) of some of the car world’s boldest stories. From driving an Aston Martin daily to getting mistaken for a 45-year-old man online, Jenn brings unfiltered energy, wild stories, and sharp opinions to the podcast.


We get into 👇

0:00 – Welcome to Episode 8

0:49 – New Sponsor! Velocity Track Experience

2:03 – Meet Jen Torres

8:10 – Driving Cross-Country

12:16 – Jen's First Car/Love at 18

16:06 – Jen's Automotive Art

17:39 – Tail of The Dragon

20:27 – Jen's Favorite Build

22:36 – Track Days in the Aston Martin

40:13 – Rapid Fire Questions

48:54 – Guest Challenge



🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track Experience

Track-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.

➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com


🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring racers, instructors, and the motorsports misfits you actually want to hear from.


🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Website: https://offtheracingline.com/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@offtheracingline

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheracingline/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheracingline

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/offtheracingline

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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3 months ago
51 minutes 22 seconds

Off The Racing Line
The Day I Took Terminally Ill Kids Racing (And Why I Never Miss It)

3,500 Miles in an Ariel Atom: Finishing 2nd Overall at One Lap of America: EP7 with Victor Leo

Florida’s most recognizable track day instructor is in the hot seat! Victor Leo—senior instructor for FARA, Chin, NASA, PDG, PCA, and more—joins us for an episode packed with real grassroots motorsports stories.• Kids Racing for Life: Vic shares emotional moments giving terminally-ill kids and their families unforgettable rides around Sebring.• One Lap of America: The behind-the-scenes truth about one of the country’s toughest endurance events.• Instructor War Stories: Wild tales from decades on track—some you won’t believe.• Rapid Fire: Pick-a-Club Edition: Who’s got the best paddock food, the sketchiest tech, or the wildest group? Vic names names for FARA, Chin, NASA, PDG, and PCA.• Ultimate Club Casting Call: If Hollywood made a movie about the Florida track day scene, which celebrity would play each club? (You’ll want to hear Vic’s picks!)This episode is packed with laughs, real moments, and the raw spirit of grassroots motorsports. Drop your own celebrity casting picks for your club in the comments!🎯 Whether you’re coaching, competing, or clawing your way up, this one hits home.LINKS--------Base Camp Goes Racing: https://www.basecamp.org/bcgoesracingFARA: https://farausa.com/Chin: https://chintrackdays.com/NASA FL: https://drivenasafl.com/PDG: https://performancedrivinggroup.com/PCA: https://www.pca.org/TDX: https://trackdayxperience.com/OFF THE RACING LINE LINKS----------------------------------Website: https://www.offtheracingline.com/YT: https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLineSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dboApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheracingline/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheracingline#FARA #ChinTrackDays #NASA #PDG #PCA #TrackDay #Motorsports #OffTheRacingLine #racing


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4 months ago
58 minutes 3 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Raced the Best GT Cars, But I Always Go Back To Spec Miata

EP6 with Todd Buras - How to Get Free Race Rides: Bring the Car Back BetterTodd Buras has been racing longer than some of his competitors have been alive—and he’s still out there bringing home trophies. In this episode, the multi-series champion and co-owner of the FARA Racing Series joins us to talk about the lessons, wrecks, wins, and wisdom earned over three decades behind the wheel.

We get into:

  • The car that nearly bit him

  • Countless podiums across IMSA, SCCA, MX-5 Cup, and more

  • How he’s raced everything from Spec Miatas to GT cars

  • Why sometimes… you just finish the race with what you’ve got

  • Rapid Fire questions that reveal his mindset, regrets, and dream scenarios

It’s part humble reflection, part behind-the-scenes grit—and all Off The Racing Line.

🎯 Whether you’re coaching, competing, or clawing your way up, this one hits home.

#motorsports #racing

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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute 42 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Why MSF Instructor Training Is More Intense Than A Race Weekend

Episode 5: Inside Instructor Training School – From Candidate to CoachIn this episode of Off The Racing Line, we dive into FARA’s Instructor Training School (ITS) with mentor instructor Gerry and recent graduate Trevor. We explore what makes or breaks a good instructor, the transition from SLS to wheel-to-wheel racing, and the unexpected challenges that come with sitting in the right seat. Plus, a spicy rapid-fire segment and some classic instructor war stories you won’t want to miss.👇 Got a wild story from the track? Reach out—we’re always looking for real drivers with real stories.----------

Podcast also Available on:YouTube

www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLine

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4 months ago
56 minutes 28 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Instructor War Story: I Smacked a Student's Helmet to Stop His Red Mist

In this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with Brian Jacobs, a motorsports veteran with a long history in HPDE, racing, and instructing, with co-host David Tuaty. Brian shares his journey from BMW to Porsche, the challenges of racing, and his experience working with legends like Jim Pace, Shane Lewis, and Guy Cosmo. We dive into the "new" FARA, the evolution of HPDE, and his leadership role with PCA’s Gulfstream Chapter. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned driver, Brian offers valuable insights for anyone looking to get involved in track days and racing.Podcast also Available on:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo


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https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLine

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#Motorsports #RacingLife #HPDE #TrackDays #PCA #PerformanceDriving #MotorsportStories #RacingWarStories #TrackRacing #FastCars #CarCulture #RaceTrack #DrivingPassion

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5 months ago
57 minutes 42 seconds

Off The Racing Line
HPDE Beginner Mistake: How Horsepower Is Your Enemy

In this episode of Off The Racing Line, we chat with Jonathan Salerno, owner of Corsa Technik and co-founder of Velocity Track Experience. Jonathan takes us through his journey from drifting to racing, the challenges of prepping cars for HPDE, and his new arrive-and-drive program. He shares insights on the importance of car inspections, some memorable customer stories, and his role in FARA. Whether you're into track days or racing, this episode offers valuable tips and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss!


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EPISODE CHAPTERS

0:00 - Intro

1:43 - Jon's journey into motorsports

6:09 - How do drifting skills help in racing?

9:45 - How to get a daily ready for the track

13:14 - HPDE misconceptions

17:14 - Top mods when you start getting serious about track days

27:26 - What is HPDE and who is it for?

30:54 - Why you shouldn't skimp on getting an instructor

34:29 - Best and worst cars for HPDE

35:48 - Can you bring your "daily" to an HPDE track day?

37:19 - What should you expect on your first track day?

39:04 - I'm not a fast driver, can I still participate in HPDE?

42:20 - What is it like operating a performance auto shop?

46:20 - Customer tried stealing their own car?

48:52 - Shop customers over-share & cry

53:04 - Arrive & Drive program - Velocity Track Experience

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Velocity Track Experience - Arrive & Drive

https://velocitytrackexperience.com/



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#OffTheRacingLine #Motorsports #RacingLife #HPDE #TrackDays #CannonballRun #PerformanceDriving #MotorsportStories #P1MotorClub #RacingWarStories #TrackRacing #FastCars #CarCulture #RaceTrack #DrivingPassion

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6 months ago
55 minutes 52 seconds

Off The Racing Line
130 MPH Instructor War Story: ‘Is It Right or Left?’ (Sebring)

On this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with David Tuaty, co-owner of FARA (Formula & Automobile Racing Association) and racing champion, for an in-depth conversation about his incredible journey in motorsports. From securing victories in prestigious series like IMSA, Trans AM, and the Porsche GT3 Cup to taking the reins of FARA in 2023, David shares what it takes to succeed both on and off the track. We dive into the challenges of being a race team owner, the transformation of FARA, and the personal evolution that’s shaped David’s career. Plus, hear about a tragic incident at Daytona that forever changed his perspective on racing and life. This episode is packed with powerful insights, unforgettable stories, and a look at the future of motorsports.FARA - Formula & Automobile Racing Associationhttps://farausa.com/Also Available on:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLineAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/46a8fc9a-c56c-4879-a335-d2318efa7a86/off-the-racing-line#OffTheRacingLine #Motorsports #RacingLife #HPDE #TrackDays #CannonballRun #PerformanceDriving #MotorsportStories #P1MotorClub #RacingWarStories #TrackRacing #FastCars #CarCulture #RaceTrack #DrivingPassion

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6 months ago
55 minutes 35 seconds

Off The Racing Line
31 Hours, 4 Minutes: Breaking the Cannonball Run Speed Record in a BMW M5

In this inaugural episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with David Maher, a motorsport legend who’s lived through it all. From breaking the Cannonball Run record in a blistering 31 hours to track days and high-performance driving education (HPDE), David shares the stories most don’t dare to tell.We dive into his war stories from the track, the "almost glory" moments that almost defined his career, and what it’s like to push limits—not just on the road, but in life. Plus, get an inside look at P1 Motor Club, a private motorsports country club where the elite go to race, and find out why David’s journey is far from ordinary.Join us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the highs, the lows, and the moments when you stray off the racing line and everything changes.FARA - Formula & Automobile Racing Associationhttps://farausa.com/


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7 months ago
48 minutes 4 seconds

Off The Racing Line
Off The Racing Line is the podcast where motorsports gets real. Forget the polished, perfect moments. We dive into the chaos, the mistakes, and the breakthroughs that happen when you stray from the racing line. From racing to HPDE and instructing, host Carlos Espitia sits down with racers and coaches who’ve been there, done that, and lived to tell the story. We’re talking about the unfiltered side of racing—the lessons you don’t hear about in the driver’s meeting. It’s not just about speed; it’s about the hard truth of pushing limits and facing the unexpected. Get ready for real conversations