FORD FAN SPOTLIGHT – We recently came across the story of young drag racer Jordan DaCosta and were pretty impressed with his accomplishments – except he was piloting a Brand-X pickup so we wondered why he’d reached out to us at Ford Performance. Then he explained that he has “a gorgeous Foxbody that I am building to be a Pro 275 car.” To borrow a phrase from the Wizard of OZ, “Well, why didn’t you say that in the first place? That’s a horse of a different color! Come on in!” So Jordan sent along the following recap of his racing passion, placing him firmly in this week’s Ford Fan Spotlight:

“At just 18 years old, Jordan DaCosta is already making waves in the drag racing world. Based in Bradenton, Florida, Jordan is not only carving out his own path on the track, but he’s also building a future rooted in his love for motorsports and a legacy that he’s determined to create. Growing up around his father, who has always been immersed in the racing world, Jordan’s passion for cars and drag racing was sparked early on. He is now taking the next big step in his racing career, working on building a car that’s truly his own – a Ford Mustang Foxbody hatchback in striking red, designed to house a twin-turbo setup with a Coyote engine.

This project is more than just a car; it’s a symbol of his journey, and a stepping-stone to bigger things. Jordan’s drive and determination have already led him to climb the ranks in the professional driving scene, with his sights firmly set on competing as a Pro driver in the NHRA. While he’s already making a name for himself behind the wheel, Jordan’s love for the sport doesn’t stop there. He also has a strong presence on the business side of racing.

Despite being in the early stages of his career, Jordan has already secured 15 partners for his racing program, a feat he accomplished entirely on his own. His ability to build these relationships speaks to his dedication and his belief in the power of hard work and perseverance. But that’s not all – Jordan is passionate about helping the next generation of racers, particularly by getting younger people involved in motorsports. He understands the importance of creating a community, and he works to inspire those who share his dreams.

Jordan’s ultimate goal is to show anyone with dreams as big as his that anything is possible. He believes that with the right attitude and relentless effort, success is within reach for anyone willing to put in the work. You can follow Jordan’s journey on social media @jordandacostaracing and stay up to date with his amazing rise in the racing world.”

 Here’s How YOU Can Get In The Spotlight: For more than 20 years now, one of the most popular features on FordPerformance.com and in our weekly Fast Newse-newsletter continues to be "Ford Fan Spotlight," where readers can send in their own reasons why they're fans of Ford Motor Company and its vehicles. You know who they are: Ford "superfans;" grassroots Ford racers; unique Ford vehicle owners; loyal Ford enthusiasts; notable Ford club people; special Ford families; and/or any avid supporter of Ford, Ford vehicles, Ford motorsports or Ford Performance who deserves a little bit of special recognition.

All you need to do to get you, your car or candidate considered is to send in a brief description (200-500 words or less) and a few photos (in .jpeg format, preferably around 1 mb in size) with the owner’s full name and hometown, please. Just tell us about the vehicle(s) and why you think Ford Performance should feature it (them) in the "Ford Fan Spotlight" for an upcoming installment of Fast News as well as for posting on FordPerformance.com. Then email it to: ClubHub@Ford.com with your contact info. Your submission allows us the rights to use your words and images (along with any edits) for editorial purposes; we’llchoose one submission in random order to post online. We hope to see YOU and your Ford story in our Fan Spotlight soon!