After-Hours with Faction! Motorsports

In this episode of After Hours, the crew sits down with Nick Merrone, owner of 797 Performance out of Philadelphia, PA — a shop specializing in modern Mopar performance, with a side of Mustang work. What starts as a chat about Dodges, Chargers, Challengers, and Hellcats quickly spirals into a hilarious deep dive on truck quirks, takeover culture rumors, angle kits, and even obscure Australian engi...

In this episode, Karl launches a brand-new game show: Marketplace Sweep — think Supermarket Sweep , but for Facebook Marketplace fiends. With randomized budgets and specific car scenarios (daily drivers, Sunday cruisers, drift missiles—you get the idea), the crew dives deep into the internet’s best and worst listings. Karl, Frankie, Johnny Monaco, and Derrickonthebicycle bring the chaos, arguing o...

Returning guest Justin Small —of Roadstars Drift Team, and Auto Culture Excite—drops in to talk travel, tracks, and the projects keeping him everywhere at once. We get his firsthand take on the recent Thrash Racing event, from sketchy walls to sharing track with legends, and why that day reset his bar for what great driving looks like. We also dig into his SoCal homecoming laps with family in the...

On this episode of After-Hours, we sit down with the one and only Will Ramos — frontman of the deathcore powerhouse Lorna Shore and a true car enthusiast. From tearing it up at Club Loose to sharing stories of college misfires, tattoos, visiting Japan, and the grind of chasing a dream, this episode goes way beyond music. Will opens up about finding balance between the chaos of drifting and the dis...

On this week’s episode, we sit down with Jordan Voorhees, founder of Garage Attack—a Pennsylvania-based brand known for its vintage JDM flavor, pop-up shops, and long-standing ties to the drifting community. Jordan shares the ups and downs of building cars over the past decade, from his well-loved S13 to blowing up six engines, plus the story behind his RX-7 that wasn’t quite what he expected. We...

On this week’s episode, we sit down with photographer and founder of Motorcar Media Co., James Graves . Known for capturing emotion-packed shots at Club Loose and beyond, James shares how he got started in automotive photography and eventually pivoted into the high-end collector car world. From pre-war Grand Prix cars to working with brokers and rare car curators, he’s now documenting vehicles mos...

Frank LeoGrande joins us for an episode packed with East Coast drift history, stories from the early days, and a deep dive into NYC’s underground scene. We dig into the legendary Drift Zombie sessions from early 2010s Queens, NY — before social media clout and takeovers ruined the scene. Frank shares stories about sliding his Dodge Charger around Flushing Meadows, the roots of RSD events in PA, an...

In this laid-back live episode, Frankie and Karl are joined by Jesus from the shop for a chaotic and hilarious Q&A session. No guest, no script—just unfiltered shop banter and a whole lot of nonsense. Topics range from Ouija boards and near-death theories to business advice, dream deja vu, and whether 100 gorillas could beat 25 velociraptors. You’ll also get a spontaneous review of 28 Years La...

Damien from Car Shop Karoshi and SmileXDeath returns for one of the most unhinged and hilarious episodes we’ve ever recorded. We talk about his upcoming event — the SmileXDeath Challenge — going down October 3rd–5th at Lake Erie Speedway in Pennsylvania. Inspired by classic Option videos and old-school JDM events, the SmileXDeath Challenge brings the fun back to drifting with a throwback feel and...

In this episode, we finally get all three members of the Daring Ones Drift Team — Ron, John, and Eric — in the studio. We talk about their start in drifting, the struggles of building and maintaining reliable drift cars, turbo kit regrets, axle carnage, and Eric's NC Miata journey. Along the way, we somehow end up deep in conversation about lemon squares, gas station strategy, childhood taste...

The Open House came and went—and it might’ve been a once-in-a-lifetime kind of thing. In this episode, we look back on the entire experience: the turnout, the surprises, what went right, and what we’d change. Whether you were there or just watched it unfold on social media, this is the full behind-the-scenes recap of a day we won’t forget… and might never repeat. Be sure to leave us a review if yo...

In this episode, we take a more laid-back approach and let the conversation flow. We talk about the upcoming open house this weekend and the stress that comes with trying to pull it all together. From there, things go off the rails—in the best way possible. We touch on the disturbing fact that George Washington had slave teeth, dive into the hypothetical battle of 100 men vs. 1 gorilla, and crack...

This one's been a long time coming. Alexis and Sharon from DK Ladies League —a women-led drifting organization based in the Northeast—join us for a laid-back yet impactful convo. Alexis made the 5+ hour trek from New Hampshire, and we’re grateful she did. We get into what it’s like running an all-women’s drift league, the ups and downs of organizing events, and making space in a male-dominated...

In this episode, we sit down with Karl’s childhood friend Smitty for a chaotic Q&A session filled with weird, random, and hilarious questions from listeners. We also take a look at Mack Geggie’s The Final Bout World Tour photo book and flip through some of our favorite shots and moments captured in it. PS: Our Open House is happening June 1st from 11AM to 4PM . Come hang out, grab a coffee, ch...

In this episode, we sit down with four seasoned Nissan technicians — Bryan, Eddie, Nick, and Kris — to pull back the curtain on what it’s really like working at a dealership. From day-to-day shop life to the shady practices happening behind closed doors, this one’s packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re in the industry or just a Nissan fan, you’ll get the inside scoop on...

On this episode of After-Hours, we are joined by James Carper of Car Shop Karoshi. We talk about his preparation for Final Bout Special Stage East this weekend, the chop top on his S13, and more. Plus, Karl will be a judge at Final Bout SSE! It’s going to be an exciting weekend you won’t want to miss. @jamescarper Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you! Check out...

In this episode, we sit down with our good friend and in-house fabricator, Frankie Echavez — the owner of 88 Worx, a welding and metal fabrication service business. We dive into how Frankie first got into welding, the path that led him to start his own business, and all the cars he's owned, built, and worked on over the years. @88worx Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podca...

A preview of, UNDER THE HOOD, our Patreon exclusive podcast. On this episode of UNDER THE HOOD we discuss Tariffs, a current hot topic for all of us in the United States. ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/factionmotorsports⁠⁠ Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you! Check us out on other platforms: Youtube: /FactionMotorsports Instagram: @factionmotorsports Facebook: /fact...

This week, we sit down with our good friend Chris Caccese to talk about the fine line between perfectionism and madness. We dive into drifting and how it’s the one place where all the anxiety seems to disappears. Then things take a wild turn as we debate Tom Cruise vs. Jackie Chan, and somehow end up getting emotional about Toy Story. @chrischeezer Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying...

Drift Team Yellow Fever is back from Trip To The Pond V7 at Midpond in Alabama. They're here on the podcast to talk about what went down over the weekend. @theyellowfevers Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you! Check out our Sponsors! EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.chasebays.com/ COUPON CODE: chasebaysafterho...

On this episode, we sit down and answer questions sent in by our followers. We mainly end up talking about food... Enjoy! Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you! Check out our Sponsors! EAST COAST DRIFT SCHOOL: @eastcoastdriftschool AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALTY WRAPS: @automotivespecialtywraps https://www.automotivespecialtywraps.com/ CHASE BAYS: @chasebays https://www.ch...

In this episode, we sit down with Jet Davis and Hayley Davis, the power couple behind Jet Davis Parts . From sourcing rare JDM components to growing their brand in the competitive aftermarket scene, Jet and Hayley share their journey as business owners, enthusiasts, and partners in both life and work. We dive into the challenges of running a parts business, their passion for the car community, and...

Joe's Action Fabrication is your go-to expert for high-performance motorsport fabrication. Whether it's drifting, drag racing, time attack, or any other form of competitive driving, Joe has the skills and experience to bring your vision to life. With a strong focus on quality, precision, and safety, he has built roll cages for a wide range of chassis, as well as tube fronts, custom exhaust systems...

Amyn is the owner of FAP Auto, a performance auto shop that specializes in powder coating, and fender rolling. On this episode we dive into the techniques, challenges, and attention to detail that go into these services. Beyond the shop, Amyn shares his experiences balancing work and life, mountain biking, diet, and fasting during Ramadan. @fapauto Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying...

A preview of, SHOP TALK, our Patreon exclusive podcast. In this episode, Frankie sits down with our good friend, Frankie Echavez, for a laid-back conversation covering a bit of everything—Frankie's car updates, welding projects, tax season, a wild welded-on turbo, and the shop’s expansion. @frankenbass_s14 ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/factionmotorsports⁠⁠ Be sure to leave us a review if you are...