Listen in during the live podcast event during VTEC Club’s 2019 season opener at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway featuring our very special guest, Philip Robles. Phil made the drive from his home in Tempe to talk […]
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Interview: The Road to Victory – Under Suzuki
As we draw closer to October, the rush to complete off-season upgrades and get cars into containers bound for Sydney becomes more and more prominent around the globe. The buzz around the community regarding rumors and what each driver has done to gain time grows as the event nears. The growing popularity of World Time Attack Challenge is bringing time attack into the international spotlight and creating yet another outlet for this great motor sport. In Japan, the popularity peaks with the support of the hometown hero, Under Suzuki.
Interview: Finding Balance – APG Performance Brakes
It wouldn’t be a stretch to consider the aftermarket braking industry a niche market. Having so many unique barriers to entry, high cost products, and a somewhat limited consumer base, all make newcomers a very rare sight. So, for a long time now we’ve seen these products manufactured by the same companies year after year. As time passes though, and the availability of racing becomes more prominent, consumers began demanding a new type of product; price conscious brake kits that don’t sacrifice quality. In other words, a product that strikes a balance between cost and performance – in steps APG Performance.
The Narita Exchange: Grant Hosking/Tom Bullock – Honed Developments
The two Melbourne based automotive engineers behind Honed Developments join us on The Exchange to discuss the suspension characteristics of 90’s Hondas, their personal builds, 1000km road trips to Sydney, and how they are using […]
Interview: Tomohiko ‘Under’ Suzuki – Japan’s S15 Meister
Years ago when Suzuki paired up with Takemura of Scorch Racing, I can’t imagine either of them knowing just how far they’d push the envelope of time attack; not only in Japan, but worldwide. From making somewhat crude body panels himself in the small garage, to employing the knowledge of Andrew Brilliant, the famous aerodynamicist; things sure have changed in the past few years. One thing that hasn’t changed, however, is Suzuki’s drive to win and his dedication to the progression of his S15.
Site News: WEKSOS Interview – In Transit with NDF
. I was browsing my Twitter feed and came across this update from weksosUSA of an interview I had with Geoffrey. The day after my departure from WEKSOS HQ in the bay area, I was […]
Interview: The Wolves behind Wekfest – A Visit To Weksos Industries
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Every once in awhile, my life points me in the direction of some pretty great things. I have a passion for this industry, and above all, I enjoy sharing it with the people who share my same sentiment – sharing and networking have always been the heart of my blog. As a result of this, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some really amazing people. Last year, if someone had told me I’d be having conversations with the pioneers of the industry all across the world, I would have laughed; or chuckled at least. Well, it turns out it wasn’t such a funny concept. Getting a chance to meet the people behind the brand, or the builders behind the cars is something not everyone gets to do. A few days ago I had the chance to sit down with Kenneth Li and Adam Luong from Weksos Industries in San Jose, CA. We chatted for a couple hours about the current state of the scene, where it came from, where it’s headed, a little about Japan, and a little about wolf fighting. Click past the break to learn more about what Weksos is, and who is responsible for one of the greatest shows in the US – Wekfest.