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Women of The FIRM: Amy Ebert
THE DRIVER Name- Amy Ebert Age- 37 Racing Number- 21 Affiliation (if team)- Hidden World Racing Sponsors- Tunewerks Hometown- (where you grew up) Plymouth, MN Occupation- Safety Engineer Years competing- 5 Rallycross Debut: 2018 Notable Finishes: 1st place Prepared Front (PF) in 2018 & 2019, 2nd place PF in 2020 &…
Women of The FIRM: Beatrix Veszpremi
THE DRIVER: Name- Beatrix Veszpremi Age- 44 Racing Number- 818 Affiliation (if team)- Team Higher Ground Sponsors- Hometown- Miskolc, Hungary Occupation- Business Owner Years competing- 1 year THE CAR: Year/Make/Model: 2000 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS Nickname and reason behind the nickname (if applicable): Blue, that’s her color Racing class: Modified…
Rally See All
Teen Driver Awareness Month: 5 Dangers To Teen Drivers
January is National Teen Driver Awareness Month and we’re sharing 5 major factors that put your teenage driver at risk. Teen drivers are at risk of preventable injuries and fatalities on the road. Why? Inexperience and distractions! Parents will pay the price for their teen’s driving choices. Just one accident…
What is Rally?
What do you think of when someone says “rally.” What is rally, to you? If you’re like me, I think of dirt slides, fans just feet from competing cars, and of course, epic rally jumps. That’s the simplified version. But, let me share the dirt on all things rally. [vc_row…
Open Track Days See All
Why Am I So Slow?
You want to go faster, huh? So does everyone else! The quick way to get faster is to buy a faster car, better suspension, grippier tires, big aero, or any number of ‘things’ that you can buy. While those things may enable the car to go faster, they will not…
What Are Time Trials?
So you want to race but don’t have a race car? Time Trials may be just what you are looking for. But what are time trials? You’ve competed in autocross, you’ve participated in track days, and you’re ready to take your track experience to the next level. Most people believe…
Corporate & Private Events See All
The Best Experience Gifts in Florida
A shiny new car might make someone smile but not as often as a memorable trip or exciting event! Why not consider giving unique experience gifts instead? Are your gifts being returned or exchanged? Are you hoping for a more excited look on your gift recipient’s face? Are you tired of giving gifts that lose their novelty? …
Feedback In the Workplace To Develop Great Teams: Part Three
To develop great teams, try giving thoughtful feedback in the workplace. These tips will help you sound less like a jerk when providing valuable and effective team feedback. Team feedback is such a critical part of team building. Yet most authors shy away from it, and we certainly shy away from…
Featured Builds See All
Featured Build: John Van Buskirk- 2002 NB Mazda Miata
FEATURED BUILD OF THE WEEK 𝕆𝕎ℕ𝔼ℝ: John Van Buskirk IG: @chasing_laps Year/Make/Model: 2002 NB Mazda Miata Racing Class: NASA TT4 Engine: Mazda BP4W Engine Modifications & “Power Adders”: -Rotrex Supercharger kit from TDR -Manley rods -Wiesco pistons (9.5:1) -MSPNP 3 Pro Cooling Set-Up: -East Street Racing triple pass radiator -Supermiata…
Firm Event Results See All
Fastest Lap Times at The FIRM
One of the most asked questions we receive about the track is “what’s the fastest lap at The FIRM?” When we answer, there’s almost always a caveat and follow-up to the time. “It was an Indy car here testing” then leads to “what’s the fastest street car?”. Then you have…