Behind the Lens: Richard Prince’s Road to Racing Immortality

This Break/Fix podcast episode features Richard Prince, an esteemed automotive photographer, journalist, and author, as he recounts his remarkable journey in the auto industry. Starting as a hobby in childhood, Prince's love for cars led him to establish a vintage restoration business, which transitioned into a prolific career in automotive photography. Prince shares pivotal moments, including his discovery and restoration of a historic Corvette race car, which eventually led to his involvement with General Motors and Corvette Racing. He also recounts a severe injury he suffered at a 2019 VIR race, highlighting the risks of motorsport photography. Despite the challenges, Prince emphasizes the importance of finding joy and purpose in his work and life. The episode concludes with Prince offering insights and gratitude to the racing community and fans. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Meet Richard Prince: From Restoration to Photography 00:01:36 Early Influences and Passion for Cars 00:03:11 The Journey into Photography 00:04:11 Starting a Restoration Business: "Real Cars" 00:06:42 Transition to Professional Photography 00:13:38 Discovering a Legendary Corvette 00:21:38 The Birth of Corvette Racing 00:24:49 The Iconic Jake Logo 00:29:52 Life After "Real Cars" 00:32:22 Travels and Favorite Racetracks 00:34:21 The Thrill of Returning to Familiar Tracks 00:35:33 A Life-Changing Crash at VIR 00:36:43 The Immediate Aftermath and Medical Response 00:45:44 The Hospital Experience and Realizations 00:56:36 Reflections on Safety and Career Wisdom 00:59:44 What's Next for Richard Prince? 01:00:51 Final Thoughts and Gratitude ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram