Born Richard Stephens, Jr., nicknamed "Ricky"/ "Rick" at early childhood by his mom and later crowned a Hot Rod rookie on the rise. Rick was born to race. With 32 years of racing experience, Richard Stephens, Jr. is now CEO and Founder of "KWIWK RICK RACING & PRODUCTIONS".
Rick's racing career started with his dad and brother at an early age. His father would race against other street car racers, so when Rick's parents got him his first car, a 1964 Ford Fairlane, he began to transition "stock motors" to make higher-horse power. One of the first high performance engine builders was Russ of Jung Performance followed by Tyree Smith, which is now Tytech Performance which Rick also helped with naming and Howard Spires the final builder. Rick would street race against the best of cars with hundreds of spectators until about 2AM the next morning.
After losing a street race, he vowed to never lose again. He purchased a 1977 Ford Pinto, and that's when he began his racing career at Hollywood Speedway Park. He then transitioned to Chevrolet's and purchased a 1967 Camaro and a 1972 Chevelle. He built these cars to be the best that they can be. After racing at The Moroso, nicknamed Nig-Nationals, which is now Palm Beach International Raceway (PBIR), in Jupiter, Florida, and yes, Rick is proud to say he has never lost a race. This is when he earned the title 'KWIWK RICK' the "Best of the Best" from his oldest son.
In the late nineties, Mr. Stephens became the spokesperson for "THE OUTLAWS" racing, speaking out on the issues needed to keep the racers & spectators happy, having fun and a place to come with their families. He spoke and negotiated with the Moroso Administrator and was approved to include entertainment, food and music for all to enjoy, no matter what age group. That's when Mr. Stephens earned his "biggest" name yet, Mayor of Moroso".
To date, Mr. Stephens has founded "KWIWK RICK RACING & PRODUCTIONS" which has produced their first Old School Outlaws Racing event in Feb.09 at the PBIR. This event was so successful that instead of the 2,000 attendees expected, they doubled their numbers and then some, which were around 5,000 attendees. The event included food vendors, a car show, drag racing and various activities for all to enjoy for a full day. KWIWK RICK RACING & PRODUCTIONS are already set for their 2nd year of OUTLAW Racing at PBIR.
Always remember: "Kwiwk Rick Racing & Productions Presents Old School Outlaw Racing - Coming to a Track Near You!"
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