Originally from Canada, Derek brings two decades of driver coaching, instructing and presenting experience to the B.R.A.K.E.S. program. He was involved with the early development of our teen program and has taught classes in both Charlotte and Pomona. Derek has competed in everything from go-karts, formula cars, endurance and stock cars. Currently Derek is working with Penske Racing.
I want to thank everyone at BRAKES for yesterday's Raleigh event. I believe the skills, knowledge, and confidence the kids gained we will make them better and safer drivers. Please pass along my sincere thanks to Matt, Doug and everyone who is involved with this valuable program.... Click to Read More!
-Tim
First, let me say a HUGE thank you for creating the "Put On The Brakes" program. Our youngest daughter, Tessa, went through the training held last year in Irvine, CA. Because I wasn’t working at the time, we couldn’t afford Master Drive (the program we’d put our older daughter through) and a friend ... Click to Read More!
-Judi Chimits (and Bob)