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34. Making 1000HP Audi’s, Learning To Wrench, Building a Successful Shop w/ Rathana Moua AKA Ratified Motorsport

Rathana AKA "Rat" joins us to share his journey of how he has become known for building cars, especially some fast Audi's. He takes us through his past where he learned how to wrench working alongside his dad. We also discuss how how he created Ratified Motorsport and what is next for him, his brand, and his team.

33. Grit and Glamour - 20 years of Detailing with Jennifer Turcotte AKA Carsmotology

Jen joins us for this episode to share her journey in the detailing world. As one of the most experienced detailers in Minnesota with years of experience, she shares her knowledge with those around her to create a positive community in the detailing space. She tells us her story of how she got into detailing, how she grew her business to be where it is today, and what is next to come.

32. Drifting, Getting Into it and the Costs, Closing Tracks, w/ Man of The Blessings Dylan Pride

Dylan Pride joins us to sharing his journey of how he got into drifting and has progressed in his journey over the years. From LS to 1JZ swaps he has developed experiences in various builds in order to dial in his skills. We also go on a (legendary) rant about tracks shutting down around the country and some interesting solutions to keep our tracks around. 

31. AI Aiding in Car Repair, Engineering Vehicles, Track Instructing w/ Michael Petersen

Michael Petersen joins us to educate us on how the company he co-founded (Raise A Hood) combines artificial intelligence with knowledge of seasoned mechanics to help save the average Joe potentially thousands of dollars on vehicle repairs. We also discuss the decade he spent at Ford Motor Company, where he was as part of team that engineered the SN95 powertrain. Michael shares some advice and stories regarding getting your car on the track, and how he is an instructor at Brainerd International Raceway.

30. Car Mods And Laws, R&D at MAPerformance, Tunes and Builds, w/ Kyle Larkin

Kyle joins us for an amazing episode where we get into the nitty gritty of research and development of aftermarket parts and tunes for various types of vehicles. He also takes us through the builds he has done for Alex Martini, TommyFYeah's Evo, and Dustin Williams 400z. We also finish up by starting at the beginning of how he ended up doing what he does and how he initially got into cars as well through working on Hondas.

29. Track days, Rallys, Talons and Evos w/ Al3x Talon

Alex joins us to share some of the stories he has had over the years in his Talon and Evo. From rallying across the country to on the track adventures this episode was a blast.

28. Corvette Racecars Are One Size Fits All w/ Derek Stinton

Derek Stinton joins us to share his automotive journey over the years and how he eventually came to own his current C6 Corvette "Racecar" after owning several others before "the one." He also shares details about the challenges of dropping over 100 pounds to lead a healthier lifestyle.

27. The slippery slope of building an 800whp 90’s Audi w/ Sam Morain

Sam joins us to give us some insight into the build of his 1992 Audi S4 and the journey it has been on over the years. He also tells us some stories he has had attending events locally and abroad.