Puerto Vallarta Chaos, StopTech Shutdown & One Less Car Show Success | Hard Parking Ep 314
About this episode
The episode covers a range of topics including the ongoing unrest in Puerto Vallarta, with personal connections to friends currently there. It discusses the recent shutdown of StopTech, a major brake manufacturer, and its impact on the automotive community. The host also shares updates on local car events, including the successful One Less Car Show and Food Drive, highlighting community partnerships and fundraising efforts. Additional topics include a brief mention of Michael Jordan's Daytona 500 win and Logan Paul's record-breaking Pokémon card sale. The episode blends car culture with current events and community involvement.
Hard Parking Podcast – Episode 314
Puerto Vallarta Chaos, StopTech Shutdown & One Less Car Show Success
Jhae shares thoughts and prayers for friends in Puerto Vallarta amid explosive cartel violence following the killing of "El Mencho" [](https://www.cnn.com/2026/02/16/americas/pokemon-card-logan-paul-record-auction-intl-hnk). Full recap of the 8th One Less Car Show & Food Drive – nearly 100K meals raised toward 150K goal (donations still open: give.unitedfoodbank.org/event/2026-oneless-car-show). Shoutouts to community partners, ELG Accident Attorneys and NFL Offensive Lineman, Will Hernandez. Relationships and full context over viral clips – as always.
Key Chapters
- 00:00 – Intro & Puerto Vallarta Thoughts/Prayers
- 02:30 – Spark Forge Sponsor
- 04:32 – StopTech Brakes Shuts Down
- 07:20 – Logan Paul $16.5M Pokémon Card Sale
- 08:12 – One Less Car Show & Food Drive Recap + Donation Info
- 12:40 – Power of Partnerships & Community
- 21:37 – Clips vs. Full Context + Show Thoughts
- 27:21 – Wrap-Up, Sponsors & Contact
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ACES 2 ejection seat
"...he was the retired Air Force pilot who let me check out his ACES 2 ejection seat. I went down there and spent a couple hours with him..."
An ACES 2 ejection seat is a special seat in some military planes that can shoot the pilot out quickly if something goes wrong, helping keep them safe.
The ACES 2 ejection seat is a type of advanced pilot ejection seat used in military aircraft. It is designed to safely propel the pilot out of the aircraft in emergencies, increasing survival chances.
Buick Rendezvous
"...'s the concourse on the hills. And he was able to rendezvous with the rest of the NS XS, which also included D..."
The Buick Rendezvous is a family car that looks like a small SUV and is good for carrying people and stuff comfortably. It was made to be easy to drive like a car but still have space like a bigger vehicle. People might talk about it because it was one of the first SUVs Buick made.
The Buick Rendezvous is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by General Motors from 2001 to 2007, known for its comfortable ride and versatile interior. It was Buick's attempt to enter the growing SUV market with a vehicle that combined car-like handling with SUV practicality. While not a performance car, it’s often discussed for its unique styling and role in Buick’s lineup during the early 2000s.
StopTech
"After 27 years Stop Tech has intersex owners. Stop Tech is the biggest name in the brake industry. Of course, I was a future of brakes dealer, but we used stop tech pads."
StopTech makes special parts for car brakes that help cars stop better, especially in racing or fast driving.
StopTech is a well-known manufacturer of high-performance brake components such as brake pads and rotors, widely used in automotive racing and enthusiast communities.
brake pads
"Of course, I was a future of brakes dealer, but we used stop tech pads. So what happened? There's a lot of rumors online"
Brake pads are parts that help your car stop by pressing on the wheels. Better pads can help your car stop faster and safer.
Brake pads are friction components that press against the brake rotors to slow down or stop a vehicle. High-performance brake pads like those from StopTech offer improved stopping power and heat resistance.
performance brake manufacturer
"So what happened? There's a lot of rumors online went straight here and it says a major performance break manufacturer after 27 years following its parent company, First Brands Group says right here, the region of closure."
Some companies make special brakes that help cars stop better when driving fast or racing. These are called performance brake makers.
A performance brake manufacturer specializes in producing brake components designed to provide superior stopping power, durability, and heat management compared to standard brakes, often used in motorsports and high-performance vehicles.
Brembo
"forcing enthusiast to seek alternatives like Brembo or AP Racing. Brembo is pretty expensive, you know, Jim Casalino who passed a couple years ago now."
Brembo makes special brakes that help cars stop better, especially in racing or fast cars.
Brembo is a well-known Italian manufacturer specializing in high-performance braking systems widely used in motorsports and high-end vehicles.
AP Racing
"forcing enthusiast to seek alternatives like Brembo or AP Racing. Brembo is pretty expensive, you know, Jim Casalino who passed a couple years ago now."
AP Racing makes special brakes and clutches that help race cars and fast cars perform better.
AP Racing is a British company that manufactures high-performance brake and clutch systems, popular in motorsports and performance cars.
brake pistons
"Like you take the Pistons out of it and clean the piston sleeves."
Brake pistons are parts inside the brakes that push the pads to make the car stop.
Brake pistons are components inside a brake caliper that push the brake pads against the rotor to slow or stop the vehicle.
Acura NSX
"...on sleeves. And you know, he, he built a race car NSX, and he was really big around here on the NASA AZ..."
The Acura NSX is a fast and sporty car that was designed to be both exciting to drive and easy to use every day. It’s special because it was made with help from a famous race car driver, so it handles really well on race tracks. People like to talk about it because it’s a cool car that can also be reliable.
The Acura NSX is a mid-engine sports car known for its advanced engineering and performance, originally developed with input from Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna. It gained a reputation for combining exotic car performance with everyday usability, making it a popular choice in racing communities such as NASA AZ. Its significance lies in its blend of precision handling and reliability, often celebrated among enthusiasts.
NASA AZ circuit
"he built a race car NSX, and he was really big around here on the NASA AZ circuit, which is like a race circuit."
NASA AZ circuit is a race track in Arizona where people race cars for fun and competition.
NASA AZ circuit refers to a race track or racing events organized by the National Auto Sport Association in Arizona, a popular grassroots motorsports organization.
warranty
"It just comes down to things like warranty, but everybody know regardless if you had stop tag, Brembo, Futura like I used to sell, if you take your brakes apart and you clean them and service them and put them back together, then one company really isn't much different than the other."
A warranty means if something breaks, the company will fix it for free for some time.
A warranty is a guarantee from the manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if it has defects within a certain period.
rotors
"Now the rotors could split crack, but most of that stuff is very similar if not the same."
Rotors are the metal discs your car's brakes press against to stop the wheels from turning. Sometimes they can crack if they get too hot or worn out.
Rotors are the round metal discs in a disc brake system that the brake pads clamp onto to slow down or stop the vehicle. They can develop cracks or splits due to heat and stress.
Honda Z
"...he loved the Z, My little Honda Z took a picture with it, tried to sit in it, didn't fit. I barely fit in the car."
The Honda Z is a small car made by Honda that is fun to drive and has a cool, old-school look. It's very small inside, so it might be hard for big people to fit.
The Honda Z is a small, sporty compact car produced by Honda, known for its unique styling and compact size. It is often appreciated for its fun driving dynamics and retro appeal.
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