Alex Kim: Pikes Peak, Audi Loyalty, and the Art of the IMSA Tribute Car
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Alex Kim discusses his connection to Audi, his experiences at Pikes Peak, and the creation of an IMSA tribute car.
In this episode of All Wheel Driven, host Joe Kucinski welcomes Audi Club member, Pikes Peak competitor, and Audi enthusiast Alex Kim for a conversation that goes far beyond horsepower figures and lap times. Alex shares the story of his lifelong connection to the Audi brand, the role the enthusiast community has played in that journey, and what inspired him to tackle one of motorsport’s greatest challenges—the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Drawing on Audi’s storied history on the mountain, including the legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 and the Group B era, the discussion explores the unique demands of racing to the summit, the lessons Alex learned from his 2025 run, and how he is preparing for an even stronger effort in 2026. The episode also takes a deep dive into Alex’s remarkable IMSA tribute Audi, a build inspired by the brand’s racing heritage and designed to blend period-correct style with modern performance. Alex discusses the vision behind the project, the engineering challenges involved, and the technical details that transformed the car into a unique expression of Audi motorsport culture. Along the way, the conversation examines the future of Audi performance in…
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