Do you have what it takes to drive a Taxi on the Nürburgring?

[@Fabsan84]

Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate. It's a real pleasure to take passengers in for Apex and share with the great team. Thanks Robert and also Tom Schirmer 😉

[@behindthen0thing]

Thanks for watching

[@callefalk6557]

PURJO?!?!

[@vincentjoly9312]

Wow, I’ve now officially named you One-Take Robert. Impressive how u can throw so much info sharply, without missteps, without getting off track, without any notes, and in 1 single take. And that is one hell of a good sales pitch for your taxi company. I know who I’m going with when I come down to the ring.

[@wallymcguire2033]

I’m glad someone else noticed how rare it is to see a cut in his videos. It’s an incredible talent.

[@frederikjacob1985]

Robert, this video shows again what kind of boss you are to your employees. Iff you get that much of respect from them. Tells me everything. Thanks for the insights of the taxi program! You definitely got the best drivers out there! Cheers!

[@xthilox]

38 min one take - chapeau ;) Great video! you found just the right descriptions of attitudes what not only taxi drivers should have during TF 👍🏻 you found the right guys!

[@RobertMitchell]

Thx Thilo. I talk way to much each day so a bit of practice. I feel 100% that I’ve got the right team but if you ever wanna drive my Cupra Taxi lmk 🤣🤣

[@xthilox]

@@RobertMitchell :-D haha thanks Robert :-D biggest Taxi fleet on the Planet ;) hope to get many laps this year for myself .. i have to catch up the last 2 years :D lol

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@mgcharoudin]

Of course Fabsan had to take 2 slots on the thumbnail!

[@RobertMitchell]

Yes for his 2xl medium photo

[@981porsche3]

Lol

[@Antidepressiva1980]

@@RobertMitchell You are such an inspiration for myself. All people should be like you and the world would be a better place. Kudos to you and your whole APEX team. You guys are great and awesome ! Keep up your good work. God bless you all.

[@callefalk6557]

PURJO???

[@HenkFueltank]

So far there has been more Robert content in 2020 than the whole of last year, great work!

[@RobertMitchell]

Lol this is true. Tom is keeping motivated to get vids up this year

[@callefalk6557]

SNORTA EN PURJO!!!!

[@snyggetimtv8623]

My absolute dream job! Does my Assetto corsa laps count as experience?😂

[@flatsix666]

A fantastic well constructed resume detailing Apex drivers which emphasize the very heart of delivering a quality, quick, consistent and importantly safe lap for paying customers! Constantly impressed with your business intellect, Robert and it shows with how you can offer this high level of service for Nordschleife fans! The saying goes, '' there's no 'I' in team''. Each member within Apex goes above and beyond the normal level of just 'going to work' Made me realise just how much more it takes to be a Taxi Driver than just driving quick! Sure feel the Apex Taxi Program is up above many more levels than other company's and it shows with the passion & fun involved! P.S saved to 'watch later' to view the drivers laps :)

[@theonlymudgel]

A great video. I always enjoy listening to you speak. You have a way of putting the spotlight on others and their accomplishments rather than yourself. It’s a mark of a great boss. these guys are privileged to work for you. I’m always envious of you all having access to the ring at your door so to speak. I live all the way down under in Australia so it’s not likely I’ll ever get there. I wish you the best for the future and continued success in all you do.

[@RobertMitchell]

Thank you for the kind words! I am glad that we are able to deliver some ring content to you everyone. I tell the team all the time we are the best way for so many in the world to get access to what's going on around the dream racetrack!

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@davevernon4993]

Very nice to hear genuine opinions from a seemingly nice bloke.

[@freemanscott78]

It's an admirable trait in business to be able to trust your employees to do the job you employ them to and not micro manage everything they do ...i like your style Mr Mitchell ..First !

[@armanimarco]

Listening about you and how you treat the people that work for you makes me wanna send you my resume. Not as a taxi driver, more towards customer care and reception, and would love to give hand as a mechanic. Maybe one day, who know where my passions brings me! Love what you're doing and the amazing passion you share with us, thank you

[@nicgac]

Moritz's picture is epic. I must have been following Misha since the very first day he went without Boris, and seen the whole process since him joining Apex... and endless episodes about bathrooms being built, the early wraps, etc. :D Thanks for letting us in your crazy ideas, so inspiring!

[@micheltebraake7915]

Thanks for the nice explanation about the different drivers Robert. In May 2019 I had a taxi lap with Moritz. No matter how fast or slow the taxi drives its lap, it is always faster than you are going to manage yourself.

[@bisondacierr]

wow a video that answers so many questions and gives do many insights! Great work Robert & Tom (I guess).

[@brianvanselow4891]

You could save space in the barn by taking out the hydraulic lift and having FabSan bench press the cars when repairs are needed

[@RobertMitchell]

Now this is an amazing idea as I really dislike the lift in the barn

[@callefalk6557]

TJOLAHOPP.TJOLAHEJ!?!?

[@lysln]

The best comment fabsan made to me while scrubbing through the carousel in the 600lt was: "we use it, its made for it!" It feels like you are describing a different person :)

[@bjorn72magnus]

Hat off @robert! I have been following Apex through Mishas KZbin Chanel since it started. With this video I think I understand much better the background of the success. You are a good coach/boss and have a very good knowledge of people and also about your own strength and limitations. If I make it to the ring, it’s on the list, I don’t know who I would have preferred as my taxi driver but considering this video it looks like I need 7 laps :) But more realistically I will do two laps, one with anyone of the first 6 drivers and 1 with you. Take care!

[@imprezaleganes]

i have what it takes of course, i'm fast and reliable, and my last job was taxi driver in madrid!!!!

[@aguadoia]

Hi Robert. First of all, it's great to put into words the added value employees provides to the brand. At the end of the day, it's all reciprocity and coherence...and that has to start from management. Also, the best part of this video is explaining what you need to have in order to be fast in the ring. We all believe of ourselves being amazing drivers but we have NO CLUE on what it takes to be a fast and reliable driver, and that is why so many people have no respect for the track or any track for that matter. One last thing. It would be AWESOME if you guys could have all your drivers in the same car, on the same day, drive one lap and not going faster than a specific limit (let's say 7:25, for example) and see who judges the time better. That would provide a really cool challenge and also an amazing way to compare driving techniques between them...and some laughs too. Just pitching an idea for a fun video. Thanks for all this insights!!!

[@dandomine]

I confirm that Luís is a great instructor. He makes it very easy to understand what you have to work on. I discovered that I need to understand my car more and how it reacts on the track. I need to work on my braking. I have some old habits that I need to be able to switch off.

[@davidsmall7676]

Robert, Just now seeing this post and wanted to say Thanks. I can't wait to visit the Nürburgring and meet the crew and take a few laps with Apex. I have never been but have been a Gearhead/PetrolHead all my life and an admirer of the Nordschleife. Thanks again and keep on providing your insights and candor. Apex sounds like a great place to work

[@davidsherley2652]

Hi Robert - this video just popped up in my feed. I enjoy all of the content you create and eagerly watch each new video. But this video really stands out. The sincere way in which you personalize Apex and introduce us to your team is wonderful. Your way of sharing the turn of mind that guides Apex is truly inviting. You’re onto something very good!

[@stefanoamsterdam7655]

pff man im sitting here watching with a big smile on my face, awesome stories about your drivers man :)

[@RobertMitchell]

Thank you!!!

[@hamzasherazi9334]

Dream team. Each person having top notch and unique set of skills. Really loving the videos lately, keep them coming. Only thing missing is Misha's presence.

[@RobertMitchell]

Take a look at his channel. Lots of apex and ring material coming this week. We will also do some more videos together this weekend

[@MrE30]

Thanks Robert for the insight into all the drivers, and the videos of the laps of which I mostly keep anyways to learn the ring. To when I eventually visit yous

[@Naefukabootio]

Great video. I've always been impressed with your drivers on the laps that get posted by you and your team. It's brilliant to get a state of the nation video like this with all the details of what you and they have to offer.

[@RobertMitchell]

Thank you for the kind comment. I really hope to deliver some interesting insights to apex. I know my rambling won’t always be the most interesting but I hope it’s genuine content which I sometimes feel is missing from social

[@Naefukabootio]

@@RobertMitchell Your ramblings have always been interesting, for example, I've always loved your summit videos on Misha's channel. The videos on this channel are great too.

[@RobertMitchell]

Gordybhoy hopefully misha and I get to a summit soon!

[@callefalk6557]

TÖNT!?!?

[@therollerkid]

Really great video. It shows how you actually grew Apex and how much thought and attention to detail it takes to create such a good team. But i guess it comes natural when you are doing something you love. I know Apex is something special to you and not just a business but more entrepreneurs should be like you.

[@sumo1756]

Interesting vid Robert👍 I know i get a bit excited about the ring but ill say it again. If anyone going to the ring for the first time, or even a few times, and your an average driver like myself and you go home without having experienced an Apex taxi lap then you havent had the full on experience there. Ive done laps with Moran, Moritz and Tim and they can all pedal those cars round there like i never thought possible, and i know their not giving it the full beans. For an average Joe like myself it doesnt matter if the lap is 7.30, which one did and you know who that wouldve been, or 8.30, its still FAST and better than any rollercoaster anywhere. They all fast but for me Moritz is a natural fit for that Porsche, doesnt talk much as hes getting on with it but after the lap he does and has a good heart. Moran and Tim take time to answer questions about driving your own car without getting into bother. I could go on all day but the title of this vid Robert? No, no i dont have what it takes to be an Apex taxi driver, im too old, got a talent deficit and dont have the bravery now. Can watch the vids back tho😉 All the best guys👍

[@KeriBeal]

Cheers for sharing such a great insight, good to hear all the detail about each driver, hopefully I’ll get to make it over this year - I’d happily get a lap with any of the guys 😃

[@zinny54]

David's Lap was impressive. Interesting back stories. Thanks

[@WillW4]

Your videos are so insightful Robert, I love to hear and see the behind the scenes aspect to your business and the nürburgring. I took a lap with Fabsan last year on car freitag, one of the most memorable experiences ever. Hope to be back soon and catch up with you all.

[@RobertMitchell]

Im glad you got out with Fabsan, he has so much fun in the cars and that what makes it all worthwhile!

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@Nicrobeeld]

Thanks Robert! Much appreciated

[@HariNambiar]

Loved watching the specifics of the drivers themselves and hearing about their peculiarities. Great footage.

[@RobertMitchell]

Thank you for the view. I’m glad you enjoyed it:-)

[@callefalk6557]

BÖNSALLAD!!!

[@filipebeat4941]

wow.. thi video is unbelievable! i didnt think about anything else fo d whole video

[@schumifannreins295]

Great and fascinating insights into Apex Taxi. The expansion and its personnel changes happened so fast that Misha could not cover them all in his vids. Nice to get an overview, since I sometimes wondered where e. g. Luis came from :)

[@rodrigothot9945]

I’ve been following apex since the beginning, probably one of the first customers from Brazil, i’m glad to see how much the apex grow. Let me know about the new program and how it will work. I hope to visit apex this year again. Best wishes for the whole apex time and family

[@Heinvanast]

"He is fearless" That was the 1st thing on my mind when watching David's lap! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKWWlYuMg81_atk This is a nice video to watch. David doing a taxi lap with passengers, he talks them through the whole lap. Going fast and negotiating traffic, and even thinking about Roberts wallet by keeping off the curbs and not pushing the car too hard.

[@david_pittard]

Nice to share what I’m lucky enough to do, with other likeminded people! 😃

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??!!

[@Dk_Dadikundel]

A video so high quality, in-depth and interesting to see to the end, as well as great fun driving like Moran Gut - Israeli brings respect on track and with you

[@RobertMitchell]

thank you, i am glad you enjoyed it!!! Moran is a fun guy.. and you know historically we gotta stay good with the israelis :)

[@callefalk6557]

PURJOLÖK!!!

[@NiklasOhl]

Great Video Robert! Keep up sharing those insights of Apex! I think it must be definitly a dream come true to work in such a Team!

[@OzzieTech]

Im currently unemployed it would be a dream come true to work for you guys in any way. Keep up your amazing work

[@RobertMitchell]

I wish you luck finding work ASAP!!!

[@callefalk6557]

MIN ÄR STÖRRE ÄN DIN!?!?

[@jorgschneider4907]

Hi Robert, to See this Video again, after you informed us about your sickness around covid, your progress riding your new E-Bike and so in, you can be proud of that, what you reached so far...! Um, the short hair now Looks much better 😇 And one question about GR Yaris: Did your drivers already Drive the Yaris and what do they think about it?

[@danegrey370Z]

Thanks robert for that qreat video... It just made me feel excited for what you do with Apex

[@RuiLOKueSeDiz]

Amazing video Robert, amazing. we are hungry for more Apex content ps( Love the links ) 😆 🙋👍

[@j.jmcclure5517]

Great Videos, really enjoying them. Cheers for the insight

I could be a taxi driver on Nürburgring any day, I got hundreds and hundreds of laps there! On Gran Turismo... With the DualShock...

[@socalfun64]

This is so cool! My first real bucket list item. 🙏🏻

[@FJungheatu]

One of the most desired jobs on Nurburgring I think , hope you will find another great superhuman to drive for ApexTaxi. 🙏

[@RobertMitchell]

Def not looking for any drivers right now. These boys have it covered and are doing a fantastic job:-)

[@callefalk6557]

PURJO?!?!

[@jlo1169]

u guys are awesome. i hope the virus dosent hurt business too much

[@49tkscott]

I have always said that Robert is a very modest and sensible driver and owner of the Apex brand. This has never been so perfectly exemplified than in the comment about the GT2RS, "I don't need that much car" really looking forward to my first experience at The Green Hell and it will certainly be with the Apex team. When . . . . ?

[@RobertMitchell]

Thank you:-)

[@callefalk6557]

SNORTA!!!

[@JulGarbacea78]

Outstanding description! 👍👌

[@theliam9848]

Did a taxi lap in the M3 last september and went out and knocked 30s off my own time right after!

[@RobertMitchell]

Not bad at all!!!

[@callefalk6557]

SNORTA EN VÅRTA!?!?

[@99Lezard99]

im not a fast man but i know what fun is. 👌😁 and i loved my laps i did with moran back when the m3 was cageless. i think a taxi driver will also give a great experiance when he/she is entertaining to talk to. most people wont really care if the actual laptime is maybe ~15 seconds slower then the fastest drivers. id say that a fun lap that you might do more then once also depends a bit on the entertaining skills of a driver. as with so much things in life, its not only 1 thing that makes a great package. thats the reason my most fun taxi laps i had so far where with Dale in the big jag. he is quick but he also has some storys to tell and hes got an entertainig character that made me and my friends come again even if the jag is a slower car then most. anyway i think apex is well set up with drivers and cars. 👌

[@ambersykes1419]

Great video. I love what your company does and the great team you've put together. You should be very proud :-)

[@martinchapman2168]

Good video

[@MacheteK]

Good comment

[@callefalk6557]

PURJO?!

[@Wiggy321]

If we can ever get our stuff together here, in the good Ole USofA, I'm going to come for that Apex experience.

[@RobertMitchell]

Is the hope it happens soon. I’m shocked each day reading the news!!!

[@Wiggy321]

@@RobertMitchell who would believe that this would be happening here. Shocked is exactly the word!

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@satanas5975]

So proud to see a Mexican on the team!

[@JDR1971]

Thanks for this, very interesting!

[@peterh225]

I think Apex can do more than only on-track....🚗 i would call it employability / sustainability 😊 Offer them also off-track activities around the Ring like 🚲 or 🏃🏻‍♂️ Make and keep them Fit💪 To drive Fast🥶😉

[@MacheteK]

If you are not first, you won't be an Apex taxi driver that's for sure

[@martinchapman2168]

Good comment

[@callefalk6557]

MINLÖK ÄR STÖRRE!!!

[@joetacchino4470]

Watched David’s lap.......🤯🤯👀👀

[@RobertMitchell]

I agree lol

[@david_pittard]

Hahah! Thanks for tuning in! Great to watch back! I don’t think I breath for the whole 8mins! 😂

[@callefalk6557]

Purjolök!!!

[@MrArronmcphail]

Great video. I'd like to know more about the cars I.e what brakes tyres etc you use how long they last. Bit more technical info

[@RobertMitchell]

That we can do!!!

[@callefalk6557]

SNORTA EN PURJO!!!

[@syedrehanfida]

This made me realize how bad I am with cars. All I know is how to drive, period. FeelsBadMan

[@ThomasSeeds]

Wow Robert you’ve lost so much weight in recent uploads good work

[@joetacchino4470]

Can’t wait for my M3 lap with my family in June! But who will be my driver? 🧐. Will be fun to find out!

[@plussa666]

great and informative content!

[@martindeoliveira5128]

Next vid, how long does it take Tom to grow his "beard" 😜 Great content and thanks for sharing. No coincidence that Apex has achieved so much in such a short period of time.

[@futte2303]

Holy shit. A M6 is a heavy car, even when its stripped down. How mutch power does it make. I can see he must drive with a low gear ratio. Other wise it would have gone way over 300. But it must be extreme hard on the all the parts to drive so agressive.

[@mijnnaamisaaron]

Tell us about the BBS E88 wheels.

[@11Dirkys]

gutes Video, mach ruhig mehr davon. Wünsche eine gute Saison2020.

[@RobertMitchell]

vielen dank Dirk!

[@callefalk6557]

SMÖR!!!!

[@MoepMoep-Movies]

Now i want to take a lap with all of them!

[@RobertMitchell]

I think that is the best strategy heheh

[@callefalk6557]

SMUTTA SEJ LITE!!!!

[@paullockwood7219]

This is what I wanted to see. Great content. Thanks for posting as always. Does Misha not drive as well as do media work also?

[@RobertMitchell]

I’m glad you’ve enjoyed it. Hope we can keep it up:-)

[@callefalk6557]

SPÅN?!?!

[@arielquintela452]

i am looking to pick up a new GTS Porsche 992 Targa hopefully later this year. I do have an interest in taking a taxi cab drive around the track and then drive it myself. Can anyone hire a taxi cab driver? Thank you for your great videos.

[@turbofanlover]

Great vid. Robert, do you plan to apply for another taxi license after this season?

[@bigbaza30]

Awesome video

[@jonathangalloway6796]

I could listen to you for hours Robert, out of you all in Apex who "Honestly " 😆 would you say is the best driver ?! 🤔

[@SimulationGaming84]

Team Apex 💪

[@Emil_Bucholc]

Cool video 👍🏻

[@blondhelmet]

awesome!!

[@dimiferr2]

Yes

[@rikaustin5944]

Looking at ordering at some point, questions I have are.. in the M3 can you book more than 1 per car? As in a couple of mates in same car?

[@RobertMitchell]

Hey Rik. For sure when you book the m3 you get 3 seats. So you just book Under one name and the other two jump in w you. If you want more than 3 passengers just book more laps:-)

[@callefalk6557]

WTF?

[@subrosaBalumNL]

i thought misha was also a driver, what does misha do at apex?

[@W42PZ]

Didn't Moritz crash the GT2RS MR on a taxi lap last year? Oh yes!

[@RobertMitchell]

Sadly yes this happened however my statement stands. The 720 was crashed in 2018 as well. When you review the footage and see what happened in each case these are major differences regarding the factors which led up to the incidents. In the case you mention serious personal responsibility was taken and the entire lap was very clean. Sadly things can happen when on track. We just hope they don’t:-)

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@Wirenfeldt1990]

No.. .. I really don't..

[@originalwolf8297]

So the Sub7 Up really did a Sub7? 😀

[@RobertMitchell]

Hahaha riiiight

[@callefalk6557]

TURBONEGRO!!

[@Uathankicks]

E36 gang :)

[@AlexanyanV1]

In what car Moritz did sub seven lap?

[@RobertMitchell]

Was on a Track day in 720s

[@AlexanyanV1]

Robert Mitchell I’m so fuckin pumped for you to own 765LT

[@callefalk6557]

WTF??

[@Frankestein01nl]

Lol, nope, i'd be driving miss Daisy.

[@fromthegods78]

That is an awesome story! Do you have a minimum age requirement for new and upcoming drivers? Just asking for a friend 😁

[@RobertMitchell]

27 :). Hope your friend is good!

[@callefalk6557]

WTF!?!?

[@nemanjap8768]

Wait, what does Mischa do?

[@RobertMitchell]

Social media, KZbin, instructions and helps with concepts, ideas etc.

[@nemanjap8768]

@@RobertMitchell thanks for answering Robert, I love what you are doing with channel, keep it up, it's good content

[@callefalk6557]

Å FAAN??

[@filipebeat4941]

36:22 X DDD

[@W42PZ]

No mention of the less glamorous side of a driver? No mention of Apex making them wash them every evening?

[@RobertMitchell]

It’s a lot of work no doubt and as you mention, the entire taxi team washes each car daily. In fact last weekend the GT2 got washed midday as well as evening!!!

[@callefalk6557]

PURJOLÖK!!!!

[@_steven1_]

shit, you really did lost some w8, gj!

[@JackSwatman]

Nope

[@scarletmarcus7303]

whos that chubby bloke?, is robert hiding behind him? (:

[@081588101]

I think i might seriously have what it takes.

[@vlxlando3625]

if youre the one driving in the videos on your channel, sorry but you dont

[@081588101]

@@vlxlando3625 Which video(s) are you referring to?

[@vlxlando3625]

@@081588101 touristenfahrten laps

[@081588101]

@@vlxlando3625 Which one? And what bothers you?

[@vlxlando3625]

@@081588101 dont take this the wrong way but you're still lacking a lot in car control, we can see it especially in your rain compilation, nothing is fluid on your inputs. And please slide on the brakes, sliding with the gas pedal is cheating :p