This week we are joined by Daniel Morad, professional racing driver and AMG factory driver, to dive into his journey from karting at eight years old to competing on the world’s biggest endurance racing stages. We talk about his early days in go-karting, the challenges of moving through the ranks, and the intense physical demands of racing – including how he bulked up his neck to survive 5G corners!

https://moradness.com/

Daniel shares the highs and lows of his career, from winning championships and being a Red Bull Junior Driver to dealing with career setbacks, pivoting into sports car racing, and ultimately landing a factory role with Mercedes-AMG. We explore the business side of motorsport, the hustle behind finding sponsors, and how he revived his racing career after years away from the track.

He also dives into his work with Moradness, his motorsport lifestyle brand, and how sim racing plays a role in his training today.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 The Reluctance Towards Data

00:24 Journey into Motorsport

03:54 The Dynamics of Karting

08:23 Understanding Karting Mechanics

10:08 Transitioning to Formula Cars

15:11 The Challenge of Increased Power

19:30 Navigating Competitive Racing

20:24 The Reality of Racing Politics

30:27 Endurance Racing Insights

32:03 The Journey to Sports Car Racing

34:26 Winning the Rolex 24: A Career Milestone

36:54 Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence

42:33 The Importance of Networking and Sponsorships

48:50 Navigating the Financial Realities of Racing

56:25 Driving Techniques: Mastering the Cup Cars

01:01:04 The Role of Data in Racing Performance

01:11:30 Sim Racing: A New Frontier in Driver Development

01:13:11 The Evolution of Sim Racing Equipment

01:19:07 Driving Techniques and Sim Racing Dynamics

01:25:36 The Debate of Sim Racing Realism

01:31:17 Experiences in Real Racing

01:36:48 Memorable Driving Experiences and Car Preferences

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