Tommy D’Aprile knows his role.

The funny thing is, he admits, he admits is his role while racing Pro Extreme at ADRL events isn’t what one might thing.

“I think just trying to motivate and encourage people is my job,” said D’Aprile. “I get to drive a race car but my real job is in encouraging and motivating.

In this video, take a trip behind the scenes with the Port Charlotte, Fla.-based driver.