🎙️ Don’t Suck Podcast #2: Building an Elite Motorsports Brand with Quick Drive Racing

Welcome to another episode of the Don’t Suck Podcast, brought to you by High Speed Media. This week, our host James Schauer sits down with Brock, the mind behind Quick Drive Racing—a company that's quietly become a powerhouse in elite motorsports manufacturing.

This episode is more than just racing talk. It's a deep dive into entrepreneurship, passion, product development, and building something world-class from scratch. Whether you're in business, racing, or just love a good underdog story, this conversation delivers.

🛠️ From Garage Dreams to Global Reach

Quick Drive Racing builds some of the highest-performing torque converter drive units in the drag racing world. But the story didn’t start at the top.

Brock reflects on those early moments when calls started coming in from big-name racers:

“You kind of have that initial starstruck feel... then you realize they put their pants on one leg at a time just like I do.”

That humble mindset set the tone for a company culture that treats every customer like family:

“We treat the little guy just like we would the big, well-known professional that’s been doing it forever.”

🔁 Listening First, Innovating Always

One of the most powerful insights from the episode was how Quick Drive treats their customers like collaborators.

“Our customers become an extension of our R&D team.”

Because the Quick Drive crew doesn't have time to race themselves, they lean on client feedback to improve their products in real-world racing conditions. That kind of co-creation is part of what makes their gear so cutting-edge.

⚒️ The Grit Behind the Brand

Brock talks about what it really takes to build a business like Quick Drive—both emotionally and logistically.

“You basically have to live, eat, sleep, drink, and breathe this company.”

And if you don’t love it? You’re in trouble:

“If you don’t have the passion for it, you’ll never escape it—and that’s the problem.”

He also touches on how entrepreneurship is different than a 9-to-5 job and how that lifestyle shift plays into both business success and personal fulfillment.

🌍 Global Thinking in a Niche Market

While most racing companies think local or national, Brock’s thinking globally. From understanding foreign exchange markets to seasonal racing differences in Australia and the U.S., he’s using strategy and awareness to grow smarter.

“Watching exchange rates helps me understand when international customers might be hesitant to buy.”

“Their racing season starts just as ours ends—so we can shift our focus globally to stay active year-round.”

This level of strategic thinking has helped Quick Drive stay ahead, even in a hyper-niche category.

👶 Life, Legacy, and the Balance

Outside the shop, Brock recently stepped into another role: Dad.

“I’m still considering myself a new dad… any waking moment that I have that’s not invested into the business, I just enjoy spending time with my little boy.”

Between raising a family and literally building a house from the ground up (yes, he designed it himself), Brock embodies the hands-on, no-excuses mentality that defines true builders.

“We literally built our home. Plumbing, HVAC, electrical… I learned it all from YouTube.”

📚 Lifelong Learning is the Secret Weapon

Throughout the episode, one message stood out more than anything: never stop learning.

“If you don’t learn something new every day, you’re backing up.”

That quote—passed down from Brock’s dad—is a north star in his journey. It explains why he's constantly exploring new tools, better processes, global markets, and even acquisitions.

“There’s not one person on this planet that knows everything they need to know to be successful right now.”

🔮 Looking Ahead: Acquisitions & Scaling

In the final portion of the podcast, Brock drops a major hint about the future of Quick Drive:

“I’m reshaping my theory about business growth to align more in the acquisition space.”

That means we might see Quick Drive expand by purchasing or partnering with other machine shops to scale production, experiment with new processes, and offer even more to their niche racing market.

📍 Final Thoughts: What It Means to “Not Suck”

To wrap it up, James asked the question that defines the show: What does it mean to not suck in life and business?

Brock’s answer?

“You’ve got to stay open. Keep learning. Tweak things. Stay curious. That’s how you get in success’s way.”

🔗 Want to Follow Quick Drive Racing?

If you're into racing, elite motorsports manufacturing, or just want to learn how a small team can build a global brand, check them out:

🌐 QuickDriveRacing.com📸 Instagram & Facebook: @QuickDriveRacing

“If you’ve got a 3,000+ horsepower race car and want to stop working on your clutch... yeah, this is the place for you.”

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