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Expert Driving Advice, Industry Insight, and Course Updates
Learn from a Life on the Road and Set
This blog brings together over four decades of real-world driving, film industry experience, and instructional leadership from Scotty Richards — all shared to inform, inspire, and elevate your approach to driving.
Whether you are a student preparing for your first course, an aspiring stunt driver looking to understand the industry, or someone passionate about performance driving, the articles here will give you something real to take with you.
What You Can Expect from the Blo
Each post is written to deliver value, not fluff. We break down:
- Tactical driving tips for real-world safety and control
- Behind-the-scenes looks at recent student experiences
- Technical breakdowns of stunt driving techniques
- Industry advice for aspiring professionals
- Updates and announcements from Scottys course offerings
- Lessons learned from decades behind the wheel and behind the camera
Upcoming Topics Include
- How to Prep for Your First Stunt and Tactical Driving Course
- What Directors Look for in an On-Camera Driver
- The Difference Between Tactical and Precision Driving
- A Day in the Life of a Stunt Driving Instructor
- From Course to Commercial: Booking Your First Job After Training
- What It’s Like to Drive for Film: Lessons from Scotty’s Set Work
- Student Spotlights: Real Stories from the Driver’s Seat
Who This Blog Is For
- Future students preparing for a course
- Parents and supporters who want to understand what to expect
- Current students looking to deepen their knowledge
- Aspiring stunt performers, actors, and driving professionals
- Filmmakers and content creators planning driving scenes
- Anyone who values vehicle control, road readiness, or behind-the-scenes insight
Recent Announcements and Updates
Stay tuned for course date releases, special event announcements, and exclusive insights directly from the training ground. New posts will also highlight milestone moments, notable alumni achievements, and ways to keep progressing after your course ends.
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Have a Topic You’d Like to See Covered?
Scotty welcomes questions from students, filmmakers, and the general public. If there’s a specific challenge you’re facing or a concept you want explained in detail, we encourage you to reach out.
Use the contact form to submit your blog topic suggestion. Your question could shape our next post.
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