In this episode of Throttlecast, hosts Dave Codrea and Grant Brewer interview guest Ryan Hardwick, who shares his journey from a childhood immersed in Tennessee's motorcycle culture to becoming a successful business owner and professional racing champion. Hardwick recounts how he and his lifelong friend, Justin, opened their first motorcycle dealership at age 20 after presenting a business plan Hardwick originally wrote for a college entrepreneurship class. This initial venture eventually grew into Mountain Motorsports, a major multi-line dealership with over a dozen locations across Tennessee and Georgia. 

Beyond business, Hardwick details his transition into professional endurance racing, eventually achieving the prestigious Triple Crown of sports car racing by winning the 12 Hours of Sebring, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Throughout the conversation, Hardwick emphasizes the importance of following one's passion, maintaining a goal-oriented mindset, and the dedication required to succeed at the highest levels of both business and motorsport.