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Ep. 29 - Tony Szirka of UMS Tuning and a Time Attack OG

Ep. 29 - Tony Szirka of UMS Tuning and a Time Attack OG

Update: 2025-07-24
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In this episode of the Perfect Lap Podcast, hosts Mark Jager and Mark Kilgore welcome Tony Szirka, a prominent figure in the U.S. Time Attack racing scene. Tony shares his journey from a young gearhead to a successful tuner and racer, detailing his early experiences with cars, his first track days, and the evolution of his beloved Time Attack Evo. He discusses the founding of UMS Tuning, his philosophy on automotive performance, and the importance of community in motorsports. Tony reflects on his favorite tracks and expresses his desire to continue pushing the limits of his vehicles while encouraging others in the racing community.++++++++++ 

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00:00 Introduction to Tony Szirka and Time Attack

01:24 Tony's Early Life and Introduction to Cars

05:05 Career Path and Professional Journey in Automotive

08:25 First Experiences on the Track

16:00 The Tracks with Consequences in Racing

24:00 Transition to Time Attack Racing

34:14 Introducing UMS Tuning: The Shop and Its Services

45:19 The Evolution of the EVO: A Personal Journey

56:36 The Challenges of Time Attack Racing

01:01:12 The Evolution of Intercooler Technology

01:07:34 The Journey of Tony's Evo

01:12:29 Community and Support in Time Attack Racing

01:20:29 The Power of Performance Cars

01:23:18 The Pursuit of Personal Improvement

01:25:59 Balancing Reliability and Performance

01:31:43 Favorite Tracks in Time Attack

01:39:35 Motivation and Community Engagement

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Ep. 29 - Tony Szirka of UMS Tuning and a Time Attack OG

Ep. 29 - Tony Szirka of UMS Tuning and a Time Attack OG

Mark Kilgore and Mark Jager