Porsche Junkie Fights Trolls: They Think I'm A 45-Year-Old Man - EP9 with Jen Torres

This week, we sit down with Jenn Torres—a Porsche enthusiast, long-distance road trip junkie, and the woman behind the wheel (and the canvas) of some of the car world’s boldest stories. From driving an Aston Martin daily to getting mistaken for a 45-year-old man online, Jenn brings unfiltered energy, wild stories, and sharp opinions to the podcast.

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0:00 – Welcome to Episode 8

0:49 – New Sponsor! Velocity Track Experience

2:03 – Meet Jen Torres

8:10 – Driving Cross-Country

12:16 – Jen's First Car/Love at 18

16:06 – Jen's Automotive Art

17:39 – Tail of The Dragon

20:27 – Jen's Favorite Build

22:36 – Track Days in the Aston Martin

40:13 – Rapid Fire Questions

48:54 – Guest Challenge

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3,500 Miles in an Ariel Atom: Finishing 2nd Overall at One Lap of America: EP7 with Victor Leo

Florida’s most recognizable track day instructor is in the hot seat! Victor Leo—senior instructor for FARA, Chin, NASA, PDG, PCA, and more—joins us for an episode packed with real grassroots motorsports stories.• Kids Racing for Life: Vic shares emotional moments giving terminally-ill kids and their families unforgettable rides around Sebring.• One Lap of America: The behind-the-scenes truth about one of the country’s toughest endurance events.• Instructor War Stories: Wild tales from decades on track—some you won’t believe.• Rapid Fire: Pick-a-Club Edition: Who’s got the best paddock food, the sketchiest tech, or the wildest group? Vic names names for FARA, Chin, NASA, PDG, and PCA.• Ultimate Club Casting Call: If Hollywood made a movie about the Florida track day scene, which celebrity would play each club? (You’ll want to hear Vic’s picks!)This episode is packed with laughs, real moments, and the raw spirit of grassroots motorsports. Drop your own celebrity casting picks for your club in the comments!🎯 Whether you’re coaching, competing, or clawing your way up, this one hits home.LINKS--------Base Camp Goes Racing: https://www.basecamp.org/bcgoesracingFARA: https://farausa.com/Chin: https://chintrackdays.com/NASA FL: https://drivenasafl.com/PDG: https://performancedrivinggroup.com/PCA: https://www.pca.org/TDX: https://trackdayxperience.com/OFF THE RACING LINE LINKS----------------------------------Website: https://www.offtheracingline.com/YT: https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLineSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dboApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offtheracingline/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offtheracingline#FARA #ChinTrackDays #NASA #PDG #PCA #TrackDay #Motorsports #OffTheRacingLine #racing

EP6 with Todd Buras - How to Get Free Race Rides: Bring the Car Back BetterTodd Buras has been racing longer than some of his competitors have been alive—and he’s still out there bringing home trophies. In this episode, the multi-series champion and co-owner of the FARA Racing Series joins us to talk about the lessons, wrecks, wins, and wisdom earned over three decades behind the wheel.

We get into:

• The car that nearly bit him

• Countless podiums across IMSA, SCCA, MX-5 Cup, and more

• How he’s raced everything from Spec Miatas to GT cars

• Why sometimes… you just finish the race with what you’ve got

• Rapid Fire questions that reveal his mindset, regrets, and dream scenarios

It’s part humble reflection, part behind-the-scenes grit—and all Off The Racing Line.

🎯 Whether you’re coaching, competing, or clawing your way up, this one hits home.

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Episode 5: Inside Instructor Training School – From Candidate to CoachIn this episode of Off The Racing Line, we dive into FARA’s Instructor Training School (ITS) with mentor instructor Gerry and recent graduate Trevor. We explore what makes or breaks a good instructor, the transition from SLS to wheel-to-wheel racing, and the unexpected challenges that come with sitting in the right seat. Plus, a spicy rapid-fire segment and some classic instructor war stories you won’t want to miss.👇 Got a wild story from the track? Reach out—we’re always looking for real drivers with real stories.----------

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In this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with Brian Jacobs, a motorsports veteran with a long history in HPDE, racing, and instructing, with co-host David Tuaty. Brian shares his journey from BMW to Porsche, the challenges of racing, and his experience working with legends like Jim Pace, Shane Lewis, and Guy Cosmo. We dive into the "new" FARA, the evolution of HPDE, and his leadership role with PCA’s Gulfstream Chapter. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned driver, Brian offers valuable insights for anyone looking to get involved in track days and racing.Podcast also Available on:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo

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In this episode of Off The Racing Line, we chat with Jonathan Salerno, owner of Corsa Technik and co-founder of Velocity Track Experience. Jonathan takes us through his journey from drifting to racing, the challenges of prepping cars for HPDE, and his new arrive-and-drive program. He shares insights on the importance of car inspections, some memorable customer stories, and his role in FARA. Whether you're into track days or racing, this episode offers valuable tips and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss!

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EPISODE CHAPTERS

0:00 - Intro

1:43 - Jon's journey into motorsports

6:09 - How do drifting skills help in racing?

9:45 - How to get a daily ready for the track

13:14 - HPDE misconceptions

17:14 - Top mods when you start getting serious about track days

27:26 - What is HPDE and who is it for?

30:54 - Why you shouldn't skimp on getting an instructor

34:29 - Best and worst cars for HPDE

35:48 - Can you bring your "daily" to an HPDE track day?

37:19 - What should you expect on your first track day?

39:04 - I'm not a fast driver, can I still participate in HPDE?

42:20 - What is it like operating a performance auto shop?

46:20 - Customer tried stealing their own car?

48:52 - Shop customers over-share & cry

53:04 - Arrive & Drive program - Velocity Track Experience

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On this episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with David Tuaty, co-owner of FARA (Formula & Automobile Racing Association) and racing champion, for an in-depth conversation about his incredible journey in motorsports. From securing victories in prestigious series like IMSA, Trans AM, and the Porsche GT3 Cup to taking the reins of FARA in 2023, David shares what it takes to succeed both on and off the track. We dive into the challenges of being a race team owner, the transformation of FARA, and the personal evolution that’s shaped David’s career. Plus, hear about a tragic incident at Daytona that forever changed his perspective on racing and life. This episode is packed with powerful insights, unforgettable stories, and a look at the future of motorsports.FARA - Formula & Automobile Racing Associationhttps://farausa.com/Also Available on:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@OffTheRacingLineAmazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/46a8fc9a-c56c-4879-a335-d2318efa7a86/off-the-racing-line#OffTheRacingLine #Motorsports #RacingLife #HPDE #TrackDays #CannonballRun #PerformanceDriving #MotorsportStories #P1MotorClub #RacingWarStories #TrackRacing #FastCars #CarCulture #RaceTrack #DrivingPassion

In this inaugural episode of Off The Racing Line, we sit down with David Maher, a motorsport legend who’s lived through it all. From breaking the Cannonball Run record in a blistering 31 hours to track days and high-performance driving education (HPDE), David shares the stories most don’t dare to tell.We dive into his war stories from the track, the "almost glory" moments that almost defined his career, and what it’s like to push limits—not just on the road, but in life. Plus, get an inside look at P1 Motor Club, a private motorsports country club where the elite go to race, and find out why David’s journey is far from ordinary.Join us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the highs, the lows, and the moments when you stray off the racing line and everything changes.FARA - Formula & Automobile Racing Associationhttps://farausa.com/

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