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Trevor Doelling is co-owner of Texas Speed & Performance, a performance manufacturer and retailer that specializes in the General Motors’ LS and Gen 5 LT engine and vehicle platforms. In just over 15 years, Texas Speed & Performance has evolved from what started as a retail-only e-commerce business into a full machining and production facility, specializing in in-house engine machining and assembly, cylinder head production, and camshaft production. He and his business partner’s passion for GM performance-based cars has morphed into one of the leading manufacturers and retailers in the GM LS industry. From basic exhaust systems to complete turn-key engines, Texas Speed & Performance offers a vast array of parts to suit every car enthusiast’s needs.
SHOW SPONSORS
Covercraft • MetronGarage • Christopher Kimball Financial Services
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
CAREER & LIFE CHALLENGES
My biggest challenge has been excessive growth. We started our website in 2003, and our sales doubled in a month. From that point on, we were playing catch-up. You only have so much time to address the situation, and address it before you start losing customers. Today, we are much better equipped to handle this.
FIRST SPECIAL VEHICLE
My first special car was a 1998 Pontiac Trans Am. It was my only car, and I tried to make it do everything I needed it to do…and it did! It was the beginning of what ultimately led to my business.
BEST AUTOMOTIVE ADVICE
My father used to tell me, “Sometimes the race is won on the starting line.” I think this can be true in business as well.
RECOMMENDED RESOURCE
YouTube and the world of podcasts.
RECOMMENDED BOOK
The Magic of Thinking Big, by David Schwartz
PARTING WORDS OF ADVICE
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