Motorsports & Driver Development Show

In today's episode you get to hear from us… well, Kito really. We sit down to talk about how to plan out your off-season projects. We go through what you should do to maximize the modification allowances in your class, how to step up a class in rallycross and just some good basics for off-season maintenance.This episode is short and sweet but you get to hear a straight from Kito the things that are impactful when you're trying to make the most of a short amount of time. Even if you aren't planning any projects now, it's a great chat to learn from .What we mention in the episode:Episode 18: Prepping your car for Rallycross with Brandon BurglerNorthwest Rallycross Rules - Lists the modification allowances for each class in rallycrossOff-Season Maintenance GuideNorPac Rally Group on FacebookTires:Firestone Winterforce SnowMaxSportHoosierDmackCooperParts:Summit RacingSpeedway MotorsFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Ben Hempstead is a mechanical engineer in the aerospace industry by day and on the weekends, you will find him out rallycrossing his electronic Baja beetle. The beetle started out as a project to work on with his kids and now it's both a daily driver and a race vehicle that the family shares.After three year did competing, Ben sits down us to talk about the build, prepping the car for Rallycross and how to take on your own EV project.What we mention in the episode:EV WestBaja Bugs and Buggies: How to prepare VW-based cars for off-road fun and racingBen's electric bug album on EV AlbumDirtfish Rally SchoolMaxSport TiresNorthwest Rally Winter SeriesWinter Series Course Worker ApplicationParts sourced from:Race Ready ProductsJBugsCB PerformanceSoCal ImportsMoore Parts SourceFollow Ben:Ben on InstagramBen on LinkedInBen on EV AlbumFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Rob Cressy is an entrepreneur and creator who specializes in helping people and companies share their story. In this episode, we get really tactical with how you can get started with building your own social media presence and overcoming common challenges. And while social media could seem trivial to some, Rob also breaks down the importance of sharing your story and connecting with people online.Whether you are trying to build your own presence, need some help with content ideas or just want a reminder to be awesome, this episode is for you.What we mention in the episode:Bacon SportsThe Obstacle is the Way by Ryan HolidayThe Power of Consistency by Weldon LongCanva - Simple graphic design platform2020 Winter Rallycross SeriesWinter RX Course Worker ApplicationFollow Rob:Rob on LinkedInRob on InstagramRob on TwitterBacon Sports WebsiteSports Marketing Huddle PodcastFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

In this episode, we sit down with... us! We heard from many of you after last week's episode about prepping you car for rallycross and it seems like a general episode about race day prep would be helpful as well. Between the two of us, we have many years of racing and organizing experience so in this episode, we share our tips and best practices about packing for race day.This episode runs through the big and little things that we bring - from a chip clip to close up our snacks to your helmet and weather-appropriate gear. If you are new to racing, this is a great place to start and as you get more experienced, you will surely develop your own system.Things we talk about in this episode:Episode 18: Prepping Your Car for Rallycross with Brandon BurglerEpisode 16: Sports Psychology Strategies for a Successful Race Day with Dr. Brett KuwadaRallycross Packing ListJetBoil: Portable Cooking SystemNuun Electrolyte SystemDIY Upgrade for a Cheap CoolerFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Play

Brandon Burgler is the co-owner of the Car Spa, an automotive repair shop in Bellevue, WA. More importantly, he's an excellent rallycross driver that is currently leading the Stock All Wheel Drive championship.In this episode, he talks us through the basics that everyone needs to know about prepping their car for a race. We go through the basic checkpoints, when to work with a shop vs. doing it yourself and how to make sure your tires are holding up. Brandon's approach is very laid back and we talk about being willing to get your hands dirty without fear of making a mistake.Brandon shares so much great information from oil selection to how to make your own skid plate. His experience as a racer and a technician make him the best rallycross mechanical advisor you could ask for!What we mention in the episode:The Car SpaFirestoneLes SchwabMetal SupermarketsGetting Start in Rallycross GuideRallycross Packing ListFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Play

Dan Coverdale is the founder of Final Tenth, a company that makes unique apparel and gifts for the rally lover. In this episode, he takes us through the journey from starting to where he is now, shares lessons learned and talks about the changes he's made as the business matures.From the creative process and gathering feedback from fans to learning the ins and outs of logistics, Dan shares lots of little tidbits that make this show interesting. If you have an idea that you've been thinking about turning into a business, this is a great episode for you!Follow Final Tenth:Final Tenth on InstagramFinal Tenth on FacebookFinal Tenth WebsiteFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotify

“For a lot of folks, that calming of the nerves or managing your pre-race jitters really starts before you show up at the track.”Psychology professor Brett Kuwada sits down with us to talk about techniques that you can employ to get your mind in the right space to have a great race. We get into strategies for rebounding from mistakes, breaking bad habits and the importance of caring for yourself every day if you want to be a great competitor. He also gives some great advice for working with a professional and a great place to start the search for one in your area is Psychology Today.Brett has a realistic and manageable approach to these sports psychology tactics that makes them easy to understand and implement.What we mention in the episode:Yerkes-Dodson LawRace day jittersPositive self talkRebounding from mistakes or a bad dayVisualizationBreaking bad habitsTaking care of your bodyHow to support your spouse/partner when they're racingMantrasDr. Saul Miller (Author of Hockey Tough)American Psychological AssociationFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“I think before the event is often more important than the actual event. It's the preparation. It's what you do in the leadup and it's how you change the game in your head mentally.”British Rally driver and Red Bull Athlete, Catie Munnings, is a talented rally driver with an interesting and fun story about how she got started in the sport. What really comes through in her interview is how hardworking and dedicated to the sport she is, even all the unglamorous parts of the job that take place outside of the car.We talk about how to manage your mindset and give yourself tools to be successful, identifying what it is that sets you apart and will make you more attractive to sponsors and all about the upcoming Extreme E series (which is SO COOL - you have to check it out).Catie has handled the pressure of being a young female in Rally with a ton of grace and she is clearly a powerhouse that you'll want to keep your eye on.What we mention in the episode:FIA Women in Motorsport CommissionBrands Hatch CircuitThe Inner Game of TennisEuropean Rally ChampionshipJunior World Rally ChampionshipExtreme E - Electric SUV Offroad SeriesFollow Catie:Catie on InstagramCatie on FacebookCatieMunnings.comFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Victor Bellotto is a professional co-driver that was driven from a young age to bring a career in motorsports to life. He has a tremendous amount of passion for the sport and has experience in all different kinds of racing. In this episode we talk about his journey into the sport, working his way up to the professional level and some of the amazing experiences he has had (like winning a car!). In addition to co-driving, Victor has his own business that offers logistics and management services for other rally teams. It's a great chat where we also get into the different skills needed for gravel vs. tarmac rally both as a driver and a co-driver.Follow Victor:Victor on InstagramVictor on FacebookHiringa MotorsportsFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Play

“This isn't about race cars. This isn't about going and being the fastest guy up a stupid mountain. This is about empowering people to find that magic inside of them.”Dave Carapetyan is the owner of Rally Ready Driving School just outside of Austin, TX. After stumbling on Rally as a teenager when he was trying to make it in as a musician, Dave took a swing at racing and discovered that his real passion was teaching. In this episode, we talk about what rally is really all about for him, the future of the industry, Rally Rescue (the dog rescue arm of his ranch) and some exciting plans to expand his operation in the future.There is no great way to capture the magic of this conversation in a short description so take the time to listen to all that Dave has to share. You will not regret it.What we mention in the episode:The FIRM in FloridaPikes Peak HillclimbDirtfish Rally SchoolTeam O'Neil Rally SchoolMonticello Rally SchoolAaron KaufmanSierra CarsRally RescueFollow Dave:Dave on InstagramDave on FacebookRally Ready on FacebookRally Ready WebsiteFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“Just show up. Show up at the meet time and we'll coach you through it. You don't have to have any experience.”La' Akea Siverts is a Rally Stage Captain based in the Pacific Northwest. She grew up with a love of cars and has dabbled in all kinds of racing. Her skills as a stage captain are integral to keeping some amazing national events running and in this episode, she talks us through how she got started, how you can start and what race weekend is like.When not at the races, La' Akea is a research scientist with some really cool work under her belt. We talk about it all in this episode!What we mention in the episode:Oregon Trail RallyOlympus RallyQRZ.comRallyData.comFollow La' Akea:La' Akea on FacebookFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“Some nights you don't sleep well because things are not falling into place and you have race day in a week and you are still missing parts to the puzzle. But you stick with it because you love it and that makes it happen. It really is a love of motorsports. It's done with the heart.”Pedro Vargas is a motorsports visionary. Based in Baja California, Pedro is the founder and managing director of a few incredible events - the Transpeninsular Road Race, San Pedro Martir Hillclimb and Baja International Tourist Cup. Having been involved in racing since he was very young, Pedro has a lot of wisdom and his passion for racing comes through in all that he does. In this episode, we talk about how he got started racing and making the switch to becoming an organizer. We even get a taste of what he's planning next.What we mention in the episode:Baja Tarmac RacingSCORE Baja 1000NORRA Mexican 1000Hoonigans at San Pedro Martir HillclimbTranspeninsular Road RaceSan Pedro Martir HillclimbFollow Pedro:Pedro on FacebookSan Pedro Martir Hillclimb on FacebookTranspen Road Race on FacebookFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“The Motorsports world has a lot of passionate people and people love to watch and see that passion on screen. And if we can come in and shine a light on that and give an insight into that world, that's what we want to do.”As Head of Production at MotorTrend Studio, Brett Adkins works on some of your favorite car shows. In this episode, we talk to him about his time in the industry and how they broke the mold in video content in the automotive space. It's really fun to listen to Brett talk about showcasing those who are passionate about cars and really creating what the fans want.What we mention in the episode:MotorTrendRotsun HotWheelsRoadkill Show3K Hooptie ChallengeModified Episode 4 featuring us (NWRA)!Follow Brett:Brett on InstagramBrett on LinkedInFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“It's a really fine balance because you're there to support the driver. The driver's the superstar. The driver's the one that the TV cameras follow around and they're signing all the autographs so you're really there to make their job as easy as possible while trying to be as much of a leader and a coach in the background as you can.”In this episode, we talk to Leanne Junnila a professional co-driver and the Canadian representative for the FIA Women in Motorsport Commission. Leanne approached the sport with a learning-focused approach from the very beginning and built a solid reputation from the beginning. It was her reputation that landed her some opportunities to race at the highest levels and it's incredible to hear her talk about continuing to grow while giving back to the sport. Even if you're more interested in being in the driver seat, there is so much you can learn from Leanne's mentality and her experience. What we mention in the episode:FIA Women in Motorsport CommissionThe Girls on TrackWomen in Motorsport Careers BookletExtreme E Race SeriesDave Wallingford & Savage RallysportOlympus RallyOregon Trail RallyOZRallyPro - Rally Training SchoolFollow Leanne:Leanne on InstagramCanada Women in Motorsport on InstagramFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“Anybody that is looking to get into motorsports, seat time is where it starts. You don't have to build the fastest thing. Just get comfortable with the car you're in.”Kash Singh has built a career around his love of cars and racing. As an Enthusiast Marketing Manager for Ford Performance, he travels to events sharing his passion and connecting with people. In this episode, he talks about the incredible race experiences he's had and all that he's learned along the way but when it all comes down to it, it's all about the relationships.What we mention in the episode:SEMA ShowPikes Peak International HillclimbHot Rod Magazine Feature#GRIDLIFENorthwest Hillclimb AssociationFord Performance Racing SchoolSno*Drift RallyFollow Kash:Kash on InstagramKash on FacebookFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“I'm a firm believer that your performance is directly related to how much fun you're having”Steve Arpin is a professional rallycross driver for Loenbro Motorsports that has raced in almost every motorsports discipline out there. He's a fantastic ambassador to all things racing and when you see him at races, he's likely talking to a group of fans. Steve talks to us about finding his passion at 10 years old and pursuing it with a business mindset, thanks to some great guidance from his dad and some things to look forward to for the future of rallycross in the U.S.We laugh a lot in this episode and are sure that you will too!What we mention in the episode:Loenbro MotorsportsNitro RallycrosscbdMDSCTFollow Steve:Steve Arpin on FacebookSteve Arpin on InstagramFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“A lot of entrepreneurs and race cars drivers are much the same. It's that determination to get it done no matter what.“As an experienced rally driver, Jason Bailey has been through it all. He has raced in North America (CRC and ARA) as well as Rallye Monte Carlo and WRC Mexico. The miles logged around the world have taught him a lot and in this episode, he shines light on the mistakes he made early on, the true value of a co-driver and we get into some really technical bits about writing and calling pace notes. Jason is hilarious and honest in this chat - you will definitely find yourself belly laughing and really learning a lot about the sport.What we mention in the episode:Jason's Company, East Side GamesApp store: Trailer Park Boys, Cheech and Chong, The GoldbergsLeaf Mobile IncorporatedRallye Monte CarloMichele MoutonRally MexicoRocket RallyRallye Perce NeigeFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver Development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“We are a developing family new to a sport and we're going to go out and we are going to learn. Come with us and follow us on this journey.”They got started in racing by hosting RC (radio controlled) stage rallies on their farm but Chad and Kristi Berg have taken it much farther since then. With championships in rallycross (Chad) and stage rally as a co-driver (Kristi), they have built their experience and their brand over the years. While you can tell they have a ton of fun with the process, they are intentional and professional in their approach.Chad and Kristi share some great lessons they have learned and some thoughts on how to provide real value as a sponsored driver. This is a great episode with a ton of great insight about starting and growing in the sport.What we mention in the episode:Global Rallycross at DirtFishOregon Trail RallyOlympus RallyMatt Brassfield & Trucksmart RacingFriday Night TSDARA (American Rally Association)Follow CBKB Rally Team:CBKB Rally Team on FacebookFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramListen and SubscribeApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PlaySupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

“Look at traditional media and then think about all the things left out - the two way street of conversation and the look behind the glass. That's what you want to show on social media.”As an automotive and motorsports photographer who has worked with the likes of MotorTrend, Toyota and IMSA, Luke Munnell shares his experience and thoughts on the future of motorsports media.Luke Munnell is an accomplished photographer, journalist and social media pro. He has worked with top car manufacturers, publication and race teams. In this conversation, his passion for things racing related comes through and we get a feel for what the life of a freelance photographer is like.Luke shares his experience, his views on how Rally is ready to explode in popularity and some thoughts on building your own social media strategy as an everyday human.What we mention in the episode:Mazda GX ClassDunning-Kruger EffectRally NevadaGorman Ridge RallyNorthwest Hillclimb AssociationSan Pedro Martir HillclimbFollow Luke:Luke Munnell on InstagramLuke Munnell on FacebookLuke Munnell WebsiteLuke Munnell on LinkedInFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramSupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

"Everyone that's ever driven a car, at some point didn't know how to do it. Everyone had to learn sometime and nobody was Collin McCrae out of the box."Brianne Corn has really done it all. In this episode, we talk about racing Pikes Peak on a motorcycle, setting a record at Bonneville, her experience at WRC Mexico and what it's like to run a rallycross series. We get her to open up about the approach she takes when instructing other drivers and how she goes after new challenges herself.What we mention in the episode:Lone Star RallycrossWRC Mexico - Brianne's EpitaphEvolution Performance Driving SchoolFollow Brianne:Brianne Corn on FacebookBrianne Corn on InstagramLone Star Rallycross on FacebookFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramSupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

"You don't need a lot of power to do well in motorsports. In fact, less can be a blessing. What may feel like a slow car in the street, is not a slow car in the woods. And you can learn a lot by driving a slow car"Nate Tennis is the lead instructor at DirtFish Rally School and is an accomplished driver in a few different disciplines. In this episode, we talk to him about his journey from automotive PR to driving instructor as well as his philosophies on getting started and becoming a better driver.There is so much good information in this show for anyone looking to start in rally, improve or just learn more about Nate.What we mention in the episode:DirtFish Rally SchoolRoss Bentley - Inner Speed SecretsARA (American Rally Association)Northwest Rally AssociationFollow Nate:Nate Tennis on InstagramFollow Us:MoDD Racing WebsiteMoDD Racing Instagram or FacebookNorthwest Rally Association WebsiteNorthwest Rally on Instagram or FacebookKito on InstagramKatie on InstagramSupport the Motorsports & Driver development Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!