Keeping the Z Spirit Alive | Shifted Perspective

Jeffrey Willerth’s passion for motorsport began without a clear family blueprint, sparked instead by childhood memories of drag strips, racing books, and an early fascination with the art of driving. Today, as vice president of Z Club of America, he carries forward a legacy that began in 1971 with the simple but powerful motto “Z Owners Unite.” In this episode, Jeffrey reflects on his own path through racing, Skip Barber Racing School, karting, automotive marketing, and decades of Z ownership, while exploring how the Datsun and Nissan Z community has changed across generations. The conversation becomes a thoughtful look at preserving history, rebuilding connection, and keeping the spirit of performance alive in a world where car culture continues to evolve. Shifted Perspective is where passion meets profession. Hosted by former Engineering Test Driver and former Porsche Driving Instructor, Shift, the podcast bridges the gap between car enthusiasts and the professionals who live and breathe the automotive and racing industries. Through simplified education and real conversations, this new season spotlights diverse career pathways, insider knowledge, and the mindset required to succeed behind the wheel and beyond. Shift is the host of Shifted Perspective, a program of the Sociology of Cars Podcast. Follow him at: https://www.instagram.com/shift__robinson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shift__robinson?_t=ZP-8zDOVsPYm3a&_r=1 https://youtube.com/@shift__robinson?si=GPWXQb7Or3qsAhF3 Reach out to Shift:  [email protected]. Jeffrey Willerth is the Vice President of Z Club of America.  Follow Jeffrey and Z Club of America at: https://www.instagram.com/zclubofamerica?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://zclubofamerica.com/ Sociology of Cars Podcast is produced by Sociology of Everything, supported by Marina Cafe in Wilmington Shores, CA.  Follow Marina Cafe at:  https://www.instagram.com/marinacafewilmingtonshores?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.marinacafewilmingtonshores.com/