The Cars and Kicks Show

Inside SoCal's Best Spot For Cars and Coffee - Michael Rapetti Interview


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In this episode of the Cars and Kicks Show, Jacques Slade, along with Nick Engvall and Erik Valdez, dive into the intersection of sneaker culture and car enthusiasm with Michael Rapetti, the founder of The Motoring Club and Motoring Coffee, one of the coolest a community-driven coffee shop and creative space for car lovers. Michael shares the challenges of entrepreneurship and what drove him to start The Motoring Club, which has evolved to include events and a unique car rental experience. Michael shares insights on building a community, the importance of passion in business, and his aspirations for future growth, and talks about some of his favorite sneakers as well.

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Motoring Club

02:01 The Journey of a Sneaker and Car Enthusiast

04:45 Building a Community Around Cars

09:57 Evolving the Business Model

14:46 Lessons Learned as an Entrepreneur

19:20 Creating Unique Events and Experiences

24:06 Engaging Younger Audiences

29:32 The Rental Fleet Dilemma

34:47 Future Plans and Aspirations


The Cars and Kicks Show is hosted by:

Jacques Slade is a multifaceted creator that explores the world of footwear and sports through the lens of culture. Through sneakers and golf, Jacques has cultivated an industry leading voice in the industry that can be seen online and on television. Or he is just an idiot. The jury is still out on that.

Erik Valdez is a husband, father, actor, producer, and creator, whose passion and knowledge for cars is unmatched. You might have seen him on shows like General Hospital, Graceland, or Superman & Lois. He’s driven in the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, the Baja 1000, and the number of cars he’s owned would rival the how collections of many sneakerheads.

Nick Engvall is a consultant and creator who helps brands make more authentic connections with their customers. His obsession with cars and sneakers both toe the line of unhealthiness that is best described as, overly passionate. If he’s not recording podcasts, he’s probably at the burrito shop or chasing down ocean sunsets.

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