The MaxSpeed Difference: How Two Friends Turned a Trackside Conversation into a Thriving HPDE Community

Tonight, we cover the origins and growth of MaxSpeed Track Days, a company founded by Phil Ingalls and Brendan Blake. Initially meeting under unique circumstances, they transitioned Phil from considering a septic tank business to forming a track day company. Phil and Brendan share their experiences and strategies in running MaxSpeed Track Days, focusing on customer service, small run groups, and quality track time. They detail their comprehensive novice education program, the MaxSpeed Novice Playbook, and their commitment to safety and driver education. They also highlight the use of the Apex Pro platform for data analytics and improvement. Additionally, their services and community engagement through the Max Rewards Program and the MaxSpeed Garage Club are emphasized. Future goals include expanding their track days to new locations and potentially offering teenage driving courses. They highlight the importance of track insurance and safety and express their gratitude towards supporters and mutual agreements with other industry entities. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 MaxSpeed Track Days Overview 01:10 Meet Phil Engels and Brendan Blake 01:28 Phil's Journey to MaxSpeed 04:33 Brendon's Perspective 05:04 Launching MaxSpeed Track Days 08:09 The MaxSpeed Difference 11:16 Home Tracks and Expansion Plans 16:29 MaxSpeed DE Program 23:26 Track Capacity and Configuration 23:50 Coaching and Instructor Guidelines 24:13 Post-COVID Event Protocols 26:33 Becoming a Max Speed Coach 29:00 Registering for Max Speed Track Days 29:58 Event Costs and Track Time 32:19 Safety and Tech Inspections 34:01 Track Insurance and Safety 38:47 Max Speed's Additional Services 40:54 Max Rewards Program and Garage Club 44:54 Shoutouts and Future Plans 47:44 Conclusion and Listener Information ==================== 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: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/