The first time I attended a stock car race, I immediately saw myself on the track as part of the crew. I could smell the burning rubber and imagined myself speeding around corners or as a mechanic in the garage working to get every last bit of horsepower out of the engine.
In reality, if you want to become a race car driver or auto mechanic and are just starting in the field, odds are you won’t get your first job with a top-tier NASCAR racing team. Most professions require you to learn skills and gain experience before reaching the more technical and higher-paying opportunities.
