Car Chat Daniel Morad | Factory AMG Driver, Twitch Streamer And Youtuber
This week we are joined by Daniel Morad, professional racing driver and AMG factory driver, to dive into his journey from karting at eight years old to competing on the world’s biggest endurance racing stages. We talk about his early days in go-karting, the challenges of moving through the ranks, and the intense physical demands of racing – including how he bulked up his neck to survive 5G corners!
Daniel shares the highs and lows of his career, from winning championships and being a Red Bull Junior Driver to dealing with career setbacks, pivoting into sports car racing, and ultimately landing a factory role with Mercedes-AMG. We explore the business side of motorsport, the hustle behind finding sponsors, and how he revived his racing career after years away from the track.
He also dives into his work with Moradness, his motorsport lifestyle brand, and how sim racing plays a role in his training today.
Enjoy,
Sam
Show Notes:
00:00 The Reluctance Towards Data
00:24 Journey into Motorsport
03:54 The Dynamics of Karting
08:23 Understanding Karting Mechanics
10:08 Transitioning to Formula Cars
15:11 The Challenge of Increased Power
19:30 Navigating Competitive Racing
20:24 The Reality of Racing Politics
30:27 Endurance Racing Insights
32:03 The Journey to Sports Car Racing
34:26 Winning the Rolex 24: A Career Milestone
36:54 Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence
42:33 The Importance of Networking and Sponsorships
48:50 Navigating the Financial Realities of Racing
56:25 Driving Techniques: Mastering the Cup Cars
01:01:04 The Role of Data in Racing Performance
01:11:30 Sim Racing: A New Frontier in Driver Development
01:13:11 The Evolution of Sim Racing Equipment
01:19:07 Driving Techniques and Sim Racing Dynamics
01:25:36 The Debate of Sim Racing Realism
01:31:17 Experiences in Real Racing
01:36:48 Memorable Driving Experiences and Car Preferences
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