On this episode of the Cars & Kicks Show, Erik Valdez and Nick Engvall are joined by Armando De La Torre Jr., owner of Guisados and G's On Sunday car events. Armando shares the story of his businesses, as well as how he got into cars, how he got into kicks, and how important giving back to the community is.

Connect with Armando: https://www.instagram.com/dela_art/?hl=en

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cars and Kicks Podcast

01:22 Meet Armando: A Car Enthusiast's Journey

02:58 Growing Up in L.A.: Car Culture and Influences

05:15 Finding Your Niche: The Allure of Low Riders

09:49 The Art of Car Design and Personal Expression

14:37 Entrepreneurship and the Car Addiction Connection

15:06 Building a Restaurant Empire

18:25 The Evolution of G's on Sunday

22:07 Creating Community Through Car Meets

26:51 The Importance of Inclusivity in Car Culture

31:58 The Journey of Car Enthusiasm

34:15 Embracing Subcultures and Community

35:38 Cultural Exchange Through Cars

39:10 The Evolution of Car Customization

41:06 Daily Drivers and Personal Preferences

43:35 The Quest for the Holy Grail of Cars

45:06 Future Aspirations and Community Growth

All of the links you need: https://www.carsxkicks.com

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.