Cleetus McFarland is the on‑camera persona of American YouTuber and automotive entrepreneur Lawrence Garrett Mitchell , known for high‑horsepower car builds, drag racing, and motorsports events.

Who he is

  • Lawrence Garrett Mitchell is an American YouTuber, car builder, and entrepreneur who performs under the character name “Cleetus McFarland.”
  • He became popular in the online car community with comedic, over‑the‑top “redneck” style videos focused on fast cars, burnouts, and racing.

How he got started

  • Mitchell first worked as a social media manager/content creator for 1320Video, a well‑known street‑car and drag‑racing media outlet.
  • The “Cleetus McFarland” character began as a joke in a video, but audience reaction was so strong that he launched a dedicated YouTube channel around the persona.

YouTube channel and content

  • His channel features drag racing, engine builds, burnout contests, stunt-style events, and behind‑the‑scenes shop life, attracting millions of subscribers and hundreds of millions of views.
  • He often showcases signature project cars like the exo‑cage Corvette “Leroy” and the race car “Mullet,” which are well known among fans of performance and drag‑and‑drive events.

Business ventures and Freedom Factory

  • Mitchell bought the abandoned DeSoto Speedway in Florida and rebuilt it as Freedom Factory , a private race track and event venue.
  • There he hosts major events such as “Cleetus and Cars,” burnout competitions, oval races, and pay‑per‑view motorsports shows tied closely to his channel and merch brand.

Recent and broader motorsports presence

  • Beyond YouTube, he has become a recognizable figure in grassroots motorsports, partnering with performance‑parts companies and expanding into larger racing events and series.
  • His mix of character‑driven entertainment and legitimate racing involvement has made “who is Cletus McFarland” a frequent search term and trending topic among car and motorsport fans.

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