Tej Parker is a technical expert, mechanic and former street racer.[1][2] Tej befriended Brian O'Conner, who allowed him to participate in races when he lived in Miami. Later, Tej became a member of Dominic Toretto's Crew when he is recruited by Dominic Toretto to steal money from corrupt Portuguese businessman, Hernan Reyes and participated in many other missions since.[2] He would also go on to become partners with Brian's childhood friend, Roman Pearce.