Rich was raised in the sport of racing and started his driving career behind the wheel of a go-kart then quickly worked his way up the ladder to NASCAR late models where he competes now. He also spent many years traveling the country as a driving instructor with the Richard Petty Driving School. When not behind the wheel Rich is currently a factory trainer for Volkswagen providing dealerships with sales and service training. Rich was one of the first B.R.A.K.E.S. instructors and has worked every class at the Charlotte location.
Just wanted to let you all know how much our family enjoyed the BRAKES class at El Toro Marine Base on Saturday 12/7 at 1pm. Both my husband and I attended with our son. He gained confidence and skill and felt it was a great experience. My husband and I commented that even at our age, we'd never had... Click to Read More!
-Jennifer Aragonez-Harper
My oldest daughter went through B.R.A.K.E.S. at 16 (she’s 25 now) and was involved in an accident shortly after. A large pickup towing a landscaping trailer pulled in front of her from an oncoming left turn lane. She had the presence of mind to jam the brakes and control steer into the lighter tr... Click to Read More!
-Derek T
