Before opening Racefab Inc., Joel worked designing, constructing, and as crew chief at Shelby Automobiles, where his efforts led to numerous SCCA victories and in 1988, an IMSA championship in International Sedan competition as well as special recognition for his efforts receiving the IMSA TRW Mechanic of the Year Award.
Here, Joel worked on the design/build team for The Shelby Can-Am and was crew chief for the development of the spec racer.
[2] First opening in 1991 in Houston, Racefab Inc. began designing and building chassis for SCCA GT1 and Trans Am Series competition.
This same year, they were contracted as the official constructor for the Shelby Dodge Pro Series, building over 80 chassis with suspension and spares.
[5] In 2009, the Racefab Inc. built rovers participated in the First inauguration of Barack Obama concluding the ceremonies.
[6] Today Racefab Inc continues to build on its accomplishments and creating unique vehicles for a variety of applications.