From Moped to Motorsport Legend: The Andy Pilgrim Story

In this episode of Break/Fix, Andy Pilgrim, a renowned British-born racing driver, shares his inspirational story. Andy discusses his early fascination with cars and motorcycles, his unexpected start in racing during his late 20s, and his rise through the ranks to become a celebrated driver in series like the IMSA and SRO Motorsports. He also shares insights on his driving experiences and techniques, the differences between front-engine and mid-engine Corvettes, and the importance of data in modern racing. Andy also talks about his work with the Traffic Safety Education Foundation, aiming to improve driving safety through education. The episode underscores Andy's dedication to racing, his continuous learning approach, and his commitment to giving back to the community.

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00:00:00 Meet Andy Pilgrim: A Legendary Racing Driver

00:01:40 Early Life and Passion for Cars

00:02:43 First Steps into Racing

00:03:40 From Mopeds to Motorcycles

00:05:19 Transition to Car Racing

00:07:55 Racing in the US: The Early Years

00:09:58 Autocross Adventures

00:14:47 Entering Professional Racing

00:19:24 Racing Highlights and Championships

00:27:02 Memorable Moments at Le Mans

00:30:57 Rivalries and Friendships in Racing

00:33:01 Favorite Cars and Tracks

00:34:27 Memorable Race Cars and Personal Favorites

00:36:11 Daily Driver and Car Preferences

00:37:16 Bucket List Tracks and Racing Aspirations

00:38:14 Involvement with National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park

00:42:27 Comparing Corvette Generations

00:44:35 Future of Hybrid and Electric Sports Cars

00:49:23 Driving by Feel vs. Data

00:55:32 Advice for Aspiring Drivers

00:59:59 Traffic Safety Education Foundation

01:06:06 Current Racing and Future Plans

01:09:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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