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.
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
Thank-YOU for an incredible experience. My daughter learned so much and she did talk all the way home about her experience. She was so excited and she really enjoyed each instructor. Again, thank-you so much. She is thinking about doing her senior project on BRAKES and with that comes a fundrais... Click to Read More!
-M. M. Strickland