The KLAS Motorsports Experience

Never-before-heard stories. Raw memories. The real beginning.

In this brand-new episode of The Building of a Race Team, presented by KLAS Motorsports, we dive deep into the untold early racing journey of Andy Jankowiak — the scrappy, blue-collar driver who refused to quit long before he ever showed up on an ARCA Menards Series grid.

For the first time on camera, Andy J shares the stories he’s never told publicly:
the late-night garage sessions, the heartbreak races that nearly crushed his dream, the hustle to keep old cars running, the sacrifices his family made, and the moment he realized he was all-in on chasing racing at the national level.

This episode goes behind the scenes of:
🏁 Andy J’s earliest racing memories
🏁 His family’s deep roots in Northeast short-track culture
🏁 The “DIY era” — racing on scraps, borrowed parts, and pure determination
🏁 The breakthrough moments that shaped his ARCA journey
🏁 How these early struggles built the foundation for KLAS Motorsports today

Whether you’re a die-hard NASCAR fan, an ARCA Menards Series follower, or someone who loves authentic underdog racing stories, this episode delivers the raw, unfiltered truth behind one of grassroots racing’s most inspiring careers.

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What is The KLAS Motorsports Experience?

Welcome to The KLAS Motorsports Experience—the home of KLAS Motorsports podcasts, media, and behind-the-scenes racing content.

🏁 Racing with KLAS
Join Aaron Inman and Andy Jankowiak as they break down the latest NASCAR and ARCA Menards Series news, share stories from the road, and give fans an unfiltered look inside the world of professional motorsports.

🔥 FAN FUEL
Aaron Inman and Maria bring the fan perspective to racing's biggest stories, hottest debates, and trending topics from across NASCAR and the motorsports world.

🎙️ Pit Stop with Aaron Inman
Dive into the history, stories, legends, and iconic moments that make racing special. From famous tracks and legendary drivers to unforgettable moments in motorsports history, Pit Stop delivers content for every racing fan.

Plus race weekend vlogs, exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes content, team updates, sponsor features, and much more from KLAS Motorsports.

Whether you're a lifelong NASCAR fan, an ARCA Menards Series supporter, or just discovering the sport, The KLAS Experience gives you a front-row seat to the action.

🔥 Subscribe now and join the ride as we bring you closer to the people, stories, and experiences that make motorsports great.