Julio Saiz of The Motor Chain: Driving Classic Cars Into the Future with Blockchain
Julio Saiz is the founder of The Motor Chain, a cutting-edge platform that merges blockchain technology with the love of classic cars. A lifelong car enthusiast and seasoned IT executive, Julio left his high-powered corporate job to solve a major problem in the classic car world—preserving and verifying a vehicle’s full history in a trustworthy, tamper-proof way.
Julio’s story is a masterclass in commitment, vision, and marrying passion with profession. On Episode 141 of Clicks & Bricks, he walks us through how he turned his idea into a global platform—and how The Motor Chain is helping car collectors preserve not just cars, but legacies.
Top 5 Takeaways from Episode 141:
- Preserve Vehicle History with Blockchain: The Motor Chain lets users create a “digital twin” of their car, complete with service records, ownership timeline, and more—secured by blockchain.
- From Corporate to Creator: Julio left his executive IT job and built his startup from a PowerPoint and a vision.
- Web3 with Purpose: He didn’t use blockchain because it was trendy—he validated it as the right tool to solve a real-world problem.
- Cash Flow Is Oxygen: Julio stressed the importance of planning both personal and business cash flow before taking the leap.
- Classic Cars Are Big Business: Proper documentation alone can increase a vehicle’s value by 10–15%.
Julio is helping car owners protect their history—and their investment—with every vehicle added to The Motor Chain. Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or entrepreneur looking to build something new, this episode is a must-watch.
Watch the full interview now on YouTube:
Memorable Quote:
"If blockchain didn’t exist, I would’ve had to invent it to solve this problem." — Julio Saiz