Podcasts about Road America

In Episode 259 of Inside the SCCA, Brian Bielanski sits down with 2025 B-Spec National Champion Eric Yagel to break down his journey through grassroots racing, endurance battles, and the strategy it took to win big at SCCA Runoffs. From his first chaotic laps at Texas World Speedway to dominating at Road America, this episode dives deep into real racecraft, tire science, drafting tactics, and how to actually get faster.You'll hear why racing in the rain makes you faster, how spec classes really work behind the scenes, and the mindset shift that separates mid-pack drivers from champions. If you race, sim race, or want to start racing — this episode is a masterclass.⚙️ Topics covered:Building skill through endurance racingChoosing the right car for your driving styleTire strategy secrets (Goodyear vs Hankook)Drafting psychology in spec racingWinning strategy at the June Sprints

In this exclusive Race Industry Week interview, Michael Printup, Chief Operating Officer of Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), reveals the strategic vision shaping the future of SpeedTour and the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) — from schedule refinement and competitor-focused planning to the evolution of what “vintage racing” means in a modern motorsport landscape.Under the SpeedTour banner, SVRA now shares the paddock with Trans Am, Formula Regional Americas, Formula 4, and GT racing, creating one of the most diverse motorsport environments in North America — a true “moving museum” with a professional racing event feel.For 2026, PMH has refined its national calendar to focus on quality over quantity, cutting SpeedTour events from 24 to 17 while delivering more meaningful track time, clearer planning tools, and fully published minute-by-minute schedules for every race weekend.

The Weekend Whassup for Friday, 2/6/2026! The Point keeps you connected to the top 13 things happening around Sheboygan this weekend on The Sheboygan Area Weekend Whassup powered by Pleasant View Realty’s Tayler Brendel! Sheboygan’s Laker’s Ice Center hosts open public skating today (Friday) 1-3 and Sunday 1:30-3! https://www.sheboyganlakershockey.com/publicskating The Plymouth Snow Rangers Present The 48th Annual Budweiser Classic Race of Champions Snowmobile Races this weekend in Plymouth! Come for the live music, food, racing and fun! https://plymouthsnowrangers.com/ Ramble Tamble: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Experience will fill the night full of hits tonight (Friday) at 7 on stage at The Weill Center For The Performing Arts in downtown Sheboygan. https://www.weillcenter.com/events/ramble-tamble/ The SCIO Winter Farmers Market happens the first and third Saturday mornings of the month at First Congregational Church in Sheboygan. https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/winter-farmers-market/ Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline invites you to the 43rd annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake at Odyssey Fun Center in Sheboygan Falls. https://www.bbbswishoreline.org/bowl26 Elkhart Lake’s Road America hosts the Winter AutoCross Series tomorrow (Saturday) morning. Drive or spectate! https://www.roadamerica.com/winter-autocross Kohler Middle School Proudly Presents Disney's FROZEN JR. with showtimes through this weekend at the Kohler Memorial Theater. https://shorturl.at/rd4lP It’s Snow Sports “Try-It Day” tomorrow (Saturday) at Greenbush Recreation Area Group Camp. Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Sledding (BYO sleds), Fat-tire Biking and more! https://www.facebook.com/events/1519335549136204 Bingo for Bow Wows is a fundraiser for Paws Up Pet Rescue tomorrow (Saturday) from 1-4 at Al & Al's Stein Haus in Sheboygan! https://www.facebook.com/events/1590713285353576 There’s a hot cocoa and chocolate crawl tomorrow (Saturday) in Sheboygan’s Downtown, Riverfront, and South Pier, sampling hot cocoa and chocolate-inspired treats. A family-friendly event for all ages. Plus, hop on the trolley to travel throughout the area. https://www.harborcentre.com/2026/02/07/376633/hot-cocoa-chocolate-crawl/ The Kohler Chef Chili Cook Off is tomorrow (Saturday) from 1-3 at Blackwolf Run in Kohler. Sample & buy your favorite chili to enjoy during the big game! https://www.facebook.com/events/919464534364189 The YMCA Camp Y-Koda Father/Daughter Dance is tomorrow (Saturday) night at 6. Father Daughter Dance! Enjoy crafts, pictures, music, snacks and a table of desserts and light refreshments. https://sheboygancountyymca.org/camp-y-koda/sft1112/2026fatherdaughterdanceposter.pdf The Saint Mark Lutheran Church Men’s Club Brat Fry is Sunday from 10:30-1:30! Brats, burgers, German potato salad, beans and desserts. Eat in or take out! https://stmarksheboygan.com/events/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SCCA National Championship Runoffs are officially getting a new home — and it's a historic one.In this special breaking news episode of Inside the SCCA, Brian Bielanski is joined by SCCA's Eric Prill to announce that the 2027 and 2028 Runoffs will return to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. This marks a homecoming for the Runoffs, which spent 24 legendary years at Road Atlanta — the era that defined SCCA championship racing.We break down:

Welcome to the van! During any road trip, questions are bound to arise as your surroundings change. Today we ask: How and when were speed limits first established? Why do trucks have to stop at weigh stations? What is the worst state to start a homestead in (and why)? And finally, what's the absolute flattest state in the United States? Let's hit the road! Works Cited: https://blog.americansafetycouncil.com/the-history-of-speed-limits-in-america/https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofBritain/Walter-Arnold-Worlds-First-Speeding-Ticket/https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/140314-flattest-states-geography-topography-sciencehttps://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/january-2/nixon-signs-national-speed-limit-into-lawhttps://history.state.gov/milestones/1969-1976/oil-embargohttps://www.nps.gov/home/learn/historyculture/abouthomesteadactlaw.htmhttps://redemptionpermaculture.com/7-of-the-worst-states-for-homesteading-and-the-reasons-why/https://www.freightech.us/post/history-of-trucking-in-americahttps://hdfleet.com/facts-every-fleet-should-know-about-truck-weigh-stations/https://www.newspapers.com/image/50421599/?clipping_id=15388481&fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjUwNDIxNTk5LCJpYXQiOjE3NjcxMTgxNzgsImV4cCI6MTc2NzIwNDU3OH0.NlPl0r7aeCgmNjlU7lpVqcBezgwKvQkoQL1i-KOsYD4https://law-school.open.ac.uk/blog/red-flag-actNoah and Noodles here! We want to extend a heartfelt thanks to every listener of Backroad Odyssey. Your support fuels our passion and inspires us to keep sharing stories and discover overlooked locations. Follow each adventure visually at:https://www.instagram.com/backroadsodyssey/

On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're continuing our chat about inventions in Wisconsin with Apurba! From Harley Davidson to Road America, we're covering it all… Tune in now!The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Barron County; https://bit.ly/3EUtWquThe Cabin is also presented to you by:GHT; https://bit.ly/3YigPJyHo-Chunk Nation; https://ho-chunknation.com/Shop DW; shop.discoverwisconsin.com

What separates a good communicator from a great communicator?In this episode of Inside the SCCA, Brian Bielanski sits down with Nikki Prevenas, veteran Flag Chief and Race Control Communicator, to break down how effective communication keeps drivers safe and races running smoothly.From radio etiquette and landlines vs radios, to training new communicators, staying calm during major incidents, and real-world role-play scenarios from Road America, this episode is a must-watch for:New SCCA flaggers & communicatorsExperienced workers looking to sharpen their race control skillsDrivers who want insight into how calls are made behind the scenesYou'll hear exactly what race control needs to know, how to say it, and why calm communication matters more than anything else—even when cars are upside down and on fire.

The Weekend Whassup for Friday 1/16/2026! The Point keeps you connected to the top 13 things happening around Sheboygan and beyond powered by Pleasant View Realty's Ty & Connie Conrad! The SCIO Sheboygan Winter Farmers Market happens the 1st and 3rd Saturdays through April at First Congregational Church in Sheboygan. https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/farmers-market/ Be a part of the Winter AutoCross Series at Elkhart Lake’s Road America, tomorrow (Saturday) from 8-5. https://www.roadamerica.com/winter-autocross It’s a Frozen Fairways Weekend at Blackwolf Run in Kohler. From ice-skating and carriage rides to snowshoeing. Frozen family fun for everyone! https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/explore-more/activities-and-events/frozen-fairways The Kohler Fire Department & Sheboygan Moose Lodge invite you to a huge Brat Fry Fundraiser tomorrow (Saturday) from 11-6! Brats, burgers, steak sandwiches, fries, curds, raffles and more! https://shorturl.at/mXyI9 The Sheboygan Falls and Plymouth FFA Alumni Cornhole Tournament and Brat Fry is tomorrow (Saturday) from 10-3 at Eisentraut AG Services in Waldo. Brats, burgers, beans and a bake sale! Bingo and raffles too! https://wxerfm.com/events/520456/ Hops Haven in Sheboygan hosts a comedy night tomorrow (Saturday) night at 8! Stand-up comedy to make you ACTUALLY laugh out loud! https://www.facebook.com/events/1086030343582139 There’s public ice skating at Sheboygan’s Lakers Ice Center on Sunday at 1:30! https://www.sheboyganlakershockey.com/publicskating The Berkshire Bridal Expo is Sunday from 10-2. Get all the help you need planning your special day! https://theberkshiresheboygan.com/ The Beechwood Night Fliers Annual Brat Fry at The Town of Scott Community Center is Sunday From 10-5. Brats, burgers, potato salad, beans, homemade tortes, basket raffles, walk around raffles, sportsman raffle, and more! https://awsc.org/Clubs/Club-Events/Beechwood-Night-Fliers-Annual-Brat-Fry There’s a brat fry to benefit The Sheboygan Warming Center, Sunday from 11-4 at Ranieri's Four of a Kind in Sheboynan. Brats, Burgers, Raffles & more! Bring a canned/non-perishable food item to donate and get 50 cents off your brat or burger. https://www.facebook.com/events/2509152326145991 Laughable Productions Presents: The Final Pour: A Murder Mystery Dinner at 3 Sheeps Brewing, Sunday at 6:30! https://www.laughableproductions.com/our-events Experience A Brand New Show from America’s Premiere Doo Wop Group, The Doo Wop Project with superstars from broadway Sunday at 3 on Stage at The Weill Center For The Performing Arts in downtown Sheboygan. https://www.weillcenter.com/events/the-doo-wop-project/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weekend Whassup for Friday 1/9/2026! The Point keeps you connected to the top 5 things happening around Sheboygan and beyond powered by Pleasant View Realty's Ty & Connie Conrad! Play Bingo for Big Brothers Big Sisters tomorrow (Saturday) from 1-4 at Racer's Hall Sports Bar and Grill in Plymouth. 50¢ Per Card! Play as many cards as you want! A 50/50 walk around too! https://www.facebook.com/events/1604435773885833 The 6th annual Alpaca Llama Extravaganza is from 9-1 tomorrow (Saturday) at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center! Families can spend the day visiting these friendly four-legged guests and discovering the fascinating world of Wisconsin fiber. https://wxerfm.com/events/522252/ Be a part of the Winter AutoCross Series at Elkhart Lake’s Road America, tomorrow (Saturday) from 8-5. https://www.roadamerica.com/winter-autocross It’s a Frozen Fairways Weekend at Blackwolf Run in Kohler. From ice-skating and carriage rides to snowshoeing. Frozen family fun for everyone! https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/explore-more/activities-and-events/frozen-fairways Paws Up Pet Rescue hosts a pet adoption event from 11-1 this Sunday at PetSmart at DeerTrace. https://pawsuppetrescue18.rescuegroups.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“We Laughed, We Broke Cars, We Grew: A Year of Ridiculous Racing Stories”Welcome back to Everyone Racers — the podcast built for every wrench-turner, garage philosopher, track-rat, Lemons lifer, and endurance racing addict out there. Whether you're wrenching on a hopeless Craigslist find or prepping for ChampCar, Lucky Dog, SCCA, NASA, or Lemons, you're in good company here.In this Wedge Ep 413 Tim sees his ENTIRE family and makes memories, Chris tells you how to destroy a bridge in Kansas and Chrissy likes people in CO while Mental rejects a meeting with F1 star Alex AlbonReally it's our annual hippie thankful episode as we reminisce on great and cool people, places and experiences we had this year! Come with us as we take a deep dive into a full season of amateur racing: the victories, the disasters, the questionable decisions, the creative themes, the friendships, and the laughs that made 2025 unforgettable.We open with the classic E1R humor and Mopar nerdiness: the legendary 413 Max Wedge engine and why “the wedgie wins again” still makes us giggle Then we jump into a whirlwind of stories from the road and the paddock:F1 qualifying in Las Vegas and sneaking into better seats because track workers weren't enforcing anything Judging at Road America, NOLA, Buttonwillow, New Hampshire, and more, including Barbie-themed chaos, airplane costumes, and the infamous “...just $30 a day will keep Greg drunk…” signs Being part of a massive amateur-racing community where listeners reach out for help with everything from roll-cage builders in DFW to Mazda3 parts lists, and how this community of listeners has grown enough that we can connect racers across the country We also reflect on:Seat time wins, broken flip flops, and hobby-horsing through the paddock at Pitt RaceOff-the-grid trips to remote campsites, ghost towns, and the “tippy-top” of Maine where even Starlink barely kept us alive How aging racers adapt — glasses, hearing aids, sensible eating, and the humbling moment when Mental was reminded he can't keep up with Tim all weekend anymore This episode is a celebration of what makes grassroots motorsport magical:

Radio TRO is brought to you in part by:Twisted Road - Motorcycle Rental in the USAVisit Twisted.TRO.bike to get a FREE riding day!Brian starts with a frost warning and the mental side of winter. He talks deer season, icy Indy sidewalks and how your brain misses the scrub of focused riding. That leads to skill rust, so keep riding and stay connected.Robin is deep in TRO housekeeping. He runs SEO and LLM tune-ups and fixes a plugin that mangled web-ready images. He still sneaks runs toward Silver City in New Mexico.To would-be racers both are blunt: you're not MotoGP (yet). Go to organized track days (shout out to MotoVid), get your license, start small or on a vintage bike and learn without ego. Yes, that can mean following a Goldwing at Road America.Speaker Entry:Brian Wringer - 00:03:46Robin Dean - 00:03:54Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2025e28/Music by Rabid Neon and Otis McDonald

Radio TRO is brought to you in part by:Twisted Road - Motorcycle Rental in the USAVisit Twisted.TRO.bike to get a FREE riding day!Brian starts with a frost warning and the mental side of winter. He talks deer season, icy Indy sidewalks and how your brain misses the scrub of focused riding. That leads to skill rust, so keep riding and stay connected.Robin is deep in TRO housekeeping. He runs SEO and LLM tune-ups and fixes a plugin that mangled web-ready images. He still sneaks runs toward Silver City in New Mexico.To would-be racers both are blunt: you're not MotoGP (yet). Go to organized track days (shout out to MotoVid), get your license, start small or on a vintage bike and learn without ego. Yes, that can mean following a Goldwing at Road America.Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2025e28/Music by Rabid Neon and Otis McDonald

Dries Vanthoor had a stellar start to the 2025 IMSA GTP season by winning the pole position for the first three races of the year in his Rahal Letterman Lanigan BMW. The Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona and Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring were grueling endurance contests that led into the 100-minute Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach weekend where we met up with him just after his pole-winning press conference. Vanthoor would go on to earn a third-place podium finish at Long Beach, third in the next event at Monterey and finally getting to Victory Lane at Road America. This guy is impressive in that he had not raced at Long Beach prior to this event. How did he get pole and what was his preparation?  Tune in and find out here. Enjoy!NOTE: It was announced that the BMW GTP program would be moving on from RLL racing after the conclusion of this season. Belgium based, BMW M Team WRT has been named the team that will be taking over the IMSA program with a new team shop in Charlotte, NC. Will DriesVanthoor continue in the new team? As of press time, no official announcements have been made.

It's the 100th episode of the IAG Thursday Thing, recorded live from Grid Life Pitt Race! The crew celebrates the milestone with X Games legend and rallycross driver Bucky Lasek and Nick from Subimods, diving into a full season recap packed with laughs, lessons, and race-day chaos. From power steering nightmares and record-chasing laps to wild Midwest Festival stories and the ever-growing Subaru community, this episode captures the best of grassroots motorsport.The team reflects on what makes Pitt Race such a gem (and why losing it hurts), shares track-day tips, and talks about the balance between festival energy and on-track focus. It's raw, funny, and full of behind-the-scenes stories from the pits — perfect for anyone who loves racing and the Subaru scene. Topics include:Subaru track and drift buildsGrid Life highlights (CMP, Road Atlanta, Midwest, Road America, Lime Rock, and more)Racing struggles, team camaraderie, and community growthThe future of grassroots motorsport and the fate of Pitt RaceWe will have a video recording we are uploading WITH this on here and YouTube also!

Go behind the scenes with 7-time National Champion Jesse Prather and Mazda Motorsports' Senior Manager Jonathan Applegate as we uncover the passion, precision, and people driving success in grassroots racing. From one-man engine shops to 100+ Mazdas storming Road America, this episode dives into: How Jesse Prather builds championship-winning engines with unmatched attention to detail. Why Mazda Motorsports invests so heavily in grassroots racing. The evolution from rotary legends to Spec MX-5 dominance.What's next for Mazda's racing future — and how competitors are welcome to join.

One of the best ways to enjoy the R/C hobby and meet other hobbyists is to attend an R/C event. Whether it's a crawler event, a race, or something else, planning and bringing the right gear will help ensure you have the best time possible. In this episode of The RC Newb Podcast, I discuss some must-have items for any R/C gathering. Show Notes: News Redcat Brushless 1/18-scalers: Redcat Ascent-18 Brushless Redcat Ascent-18 Brushless Scout II Redcat Ascent-18 Apex Micro RC crawlers are on the move: Axial unveils the SCX30 Jeep Wrangler and SCX30 Ford Bronco Redcat pre-announces the yet-to-be-released Ascent-32 Hobby Plus unveils its CR18P Terranaut 8x8 The Great American R/C Crawl is returning to Road America in 2026 Main Topic: RC Event Prep Stay hydrated by bringing a pack of water or a durable, refillable water bottle Dress for the climate and keep an eye on the weather forecast, packing appropriate gear for the conditions Include a First Aid Kit in the event of scrapes and cuts If you're camping at the event, make sure your tent and other gear is in good shape Don't forget to book your hotel, AirBNB, or campsite when you buy your event tickets Pack spare parts like shocks, chassis links, servos, and motors just in case things break while on the trail or track A small tool kit with wrenches and spare hardware can come in handy if you need to make repairs away from your home base Save on R/C upgrades with these discount codes: Save $5 on accessories from fmshobby.com with coupon codeRCNEWB Save 5% at injora.com with one-time-use coupon SMALLSCALERC5 Save 5% at rcawd.com with coupon code RCNEWB5 Save 10% at HobbyPlus with coupon code RCNEWB10

Inside the SCCA – Episode 245Host Brian Bielanski welcomes rookie driver Bryce McGuire, who shares his incredible journey from dirt bikes in South Africa to preparing for his first SCCA Runoffs at Road America. What started as a simple email asking for advice turned into a full episode packed with rookie lessons, paddock mentorship stories, and insider tips for first-time Runoffs drivers.Bryce talks about crewing before racing, how his mentor Mark Bradley helped him break into competition, and how a “one-race plan” turned into 20 weekends of racing in a single season. Along the way, he picked up Rookie of the Year honors and set his sights on the Runoffs.Special guest Austin Bradshaw joins to share his Runoffs debut experience at Indianapolis and offers practical advice to help Bryce—and other rookies—make the most of their first trip to America's biggest club racing event.Highlights:From dirt bikes to production cars: Bryce's racing journey.The surprising email that landed him on the show.How to prepare mentally, financially, and technically for the Runoffs.Rookie tips from Austin Bradshaw on managing the week, tires, and pressure.What makes Road America such a special stage for a Runoffs debut.#SCCA #Runoffs #GrassrootsMotorsports #RoadAmerica #InsideTheSCCA #RacingPodcast #RookieDriver #MotorsportJourneyPartners - A big thank you to our partners who help make Inside the SCCA possible! William R. Pintaric and Associates. David Pintaric is a long-time SCCA racer. He's also the Principal at the investment and financial planning firm William R. Pintaric and Associates. Check them out at https://www.wrpintaric.com/ Solo Performance Specialties - Learn more at https://soloperformance.com/ – Check out SPS for all your autocross racing needs. Babyface Fabrication – https://www.babyfacefabrication.com/ – Josh has two decades of experience as a fabricator, most recently working for championship winning NASCAR teams. He has more than 70 wins in the top three NASCAR series, along with multiple championships and a little success racing his own cars and snowmobiles. Full Send Sims – The Official Sim Rig of Inside the SCCA. https://fullsendsims.com/ Ray Esports is the official sim racing league of the Inside the SCCA podcasts -- from the "Unofficial SCCA eSports Racing Leagues on Tuesday nights, to the weekend warrior leagues on Saturday and Sunday. Go to rayesportsracing.com for all the info you need. Code Blue by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... About Brian: Brian has lived a parallel life of motorsports and journalism for more than 30 years. He started in motorsports in 1986 as his father's 16-year-old “crew chief” on SCCA FV, Sports Renault and IT Honda CRX efforts. He has also competed in, and plans to compete again, in SCCA Club racing, Autocross and Road Rally. He's an award winning journalist who has worked in news in network staff positions with CNN and CBS and local news in seven markets from LaCrosse, Wisconsin to New York and Los Angeles. In 2009 he founded RacingWire, one of the first web-only motorsports news services given credentialed access at NASCAR, IndyCar, and NHRA events. He currently hosts several podcasts including “Inside the SCCA” and is an editor/producer for KNX 97.1FM NewsRadio in Los Angeles.

The Road America Race Track is one of the most famous circuits in the USA.  In this episode of CORVETTE TODAY, you'll learn about it's rich history and it's affiliation with Corvette. Mary Lou Haen, the Director of Sponsorships for Road America, joins your CORVETTE TODAY host, Steve Garrett to talk about the track.  She has worked there for over 30 years.  She knows it's history, what races are held there and all of the famous race car drivers who have raced there.  She also talks about the Corvette Corral, which started at Road America. Plus, the Corvette team just set the record there as part of one of the 5 American race track records now held by Corvette! After you watch or listen to this CORVETTE TODAY show, you'll want to make Road America one of your "must see" road trips every year.

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they talk about the release of the 2026 IndyCar schedule. The schedule consists of the loss of Thermal Club, Iowa, and Toronto, the addition of Arlington and Markham, and the return of Phoenix (in collaboration weekend with NASCAR) and a doubleheader back at Milwaukee. They also talk about how there will be no Mexico City or Washington D.C. on the calendar, and O’Ward’s comments on not racing in Mexico City next season. In the second segment, they talk about Nashville moving to the summer for a 400-mile night race and Laguna Seca moving back as the season finale. To wrap up the first hour of the show, Kevin previews the second hour and talks about Formula 1 moving the time of the Canadian Grand Prix, so it won’t conflict with the 110th Indianapolis 500. To start the second hour of the show, Kevin talks about Jackson Lee’s Lamborghini Super Trofeo win this past weekend at Road America, and previews the upcoming IMSA weekend at Indianapolis. Kevin later talks about the importance of having IndyCar and NASCAR together at Phoenix, and having an oval race before the Indy 500. Kevin later answers fan questions on X, along with the new rumors of Rinus VeeKay no longer going to Foyt. In the penultimate segment, Kevin talks about an announcement on the new Team Penske driver tomorrow. He later answers more fan questions on possibilities for the 2027 schedule with Mexico City, Denver, Philadelphia, and New Hampshire. Kevin later compares stats between Rick Mears and Alex Palou. In the final segment, Kevin talks about a new engineer for Will Power at Andretti. Kevin also talks about NTT leaving Arrow McLaren at the end of the 2026 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when racing passion collides with total mayhem? In this episode, we bring you a mix of unbelievable racing stories, hilarious penalties, DIY engineering disasters, and pure comedy gold. Whether you're an amateur racing enthusiast, backyard mechanic, or just love the smell of burnt rubber and bad decisions, this one's for you. In this soviet sedan episode 402 Accu-Mental admits he is a sham, Chrissy is assaulted by a needy cat, Tim plays with hot dogs, & Chris doesn't finish the old fashioneds. Really, we talk all about the race weekend at Road America where 3 of us were judging.

When Racing Gets Weird: Camaro Battles, Potato Pits & Road America Madness!What happens when you mix amateur racing, broken trailers, hilarious road trips, and a giant potato truck? You get one of the most chaotic, laugh-out-loud episodes we've ever recorded.In this episode, the crew dives into the wild world of grassroots racing and brings you behind the scenes of Pacific Raceways and Road America. From cross-country hauls with overloaded trailers to fuel pump failures, broken rear ends, and bribes judged with 10mm sockets (yes, really)—this is the side of racing every weekend warrior knows too well.

Aaron and Stu recap a wild weekend at Road America and look ahead to VIR this weekend!Support the showFollow the show on Twitter at @offintheessesFollow the show on Youtube at Off in the Esses

On this week's Double Stint, Jonathan Grace and John Dagys recap the GT World Challenge America powered by AWS action from Road America, catch up on a busy stretch of news, answer listener questions and more.

Producer's note: Due to some technical kerfuffles, this week's episode sounds less than ideal. We'll be back to top form in no time!Alex, Randy, Howard, and Zac–the whole crew is back together again! They discuss Randy's first time out in the world of vintage racing versus Howard's lifelong experience; the stellar track food, green ravines, and worryingly fast straights at Road America; pit bikes; catching up with B.S. Levy; the various on-track attitudes (and interpretations of vintage spec) from event to event; the experience of driving in the race car parade from the track to downtown Elkhart Lake; Spotted Cow; the next tracks on the list; exhausted radiators; some notable names they'll be sharing Laguna Seca with this weekend; and great memories from Malibu Grand Prix.The group close out with several recent collections from the site, hard-to-find hardtops, and other watchlist highlights from this very exciting and high-volume time at BaT. Links for listings mentioned in this episode:0:14  Slot car tracks on BaT27:31  ottowerks in Arizona29:32  Thunder Roadster Race Car34:01  Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion 2025 Program40:23  Presenting the 2025 Mohr Imports Car Week Collection: Postcards from Monterey40:46  1966 Shelby Mustang GT350 and CR750-Style 1969 Honda CB750 Sandcast40:55  Honda S2000 Removable Hardtop41:53  The “Hypercar Holy Trinity” Collection, from Silver Arrow Cars42:45  The Barn Find Viper Collection, Offered at No Reserve by Silver Arrow Cars43:31 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing & Roadster model page43:56  Malibu Grand Prix Virage Go-Kart45:54  Sega Ferrari F355 Challenge Arcade Game46:27  1953 Siata 208S Spider by Motto47:29 Supercharged 1937 Cord 812 Custom Berline Deluxe47:57  4,400-Mile 2012 Lexus LFA48:11 1936 Brough Superior SS80 w/Petrol-Tube Sidecar and 1913 Henderson Four48:17  1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Targa by Singer48:20  39k-Mile 1989 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe48:34  1932 Ford Highboy Roadster48:45  1967 Shelby Mustang GT350 Fastback49:04  Twin-Plug 3.4L Twin-Turbo-Powered 2020 Bailey Cars 91749:32  2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Coupe 6-Speed49:56 Jaguar Parts Collection50:12  45k-Mile 1986 Ford Mustang SVO51:41  38k-Mile 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser UZJ100Got suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

On this week's Double Stint, Jonathan Grace and Davey Euwema briefly reap the weekend's DTM action, break down the latest news in sports car racing and preview this weekend's racing action, including SRO America at Road America.

Episode 579 - Austin joins Adam and Abe at Road America for #GRIDLIFE Summer Apex. We talk about cars, planes, bikes and getting old.

 Alex and BaT strategy director Zac discuss the luxuries of bicoastal living; spring in New York City; the eye-opening rust situation for a first-time visitor to the Midwest; a novel way to avoid road tolls; which one is the "villain" of the podcast; and unspoken Wisconsin speed limits. Then, on to the main event: the absoutely stellar time we all had at Road America for our Alumni Gathering at the vintage races in July. Zac finds a way to briefly resurface his favorite car, the Toyota Solara, before they talk about the transformative experience (and innate patriotism) of the traditional Friday night race car parade into Elkhart Lake. The pair wrap up with some of the most interesting cars recently listed on BaT.Links for listings mentioned in this episode:28:23 4,800-Mile 2001 Acura Integra Type R30:11  1993 Honda NSX-R30:21  2010 Alfa Romeo TZ3 Stradale Zagato36:05 F80 M3-Swapped 2015 BMW 328i Sports Wagon 6-Speed37:39  Ex-Gucci 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 4-Speed39:21  50-Years Owned 1951 Vincent Rapide Series C40:17  Ex–Marty Dickerson, 352-Powered 1957 Ford Ranchero41:09 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser High Roof42:26  Japanese-Market 8-Kilometer 1987 Honda VFR750R RC3042:36  1966 Dodge Charger 426 Hemi 4-Speed43:00  2002 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe B4C Special Service Package45:03  1977 Ferrari 308 GTB45:07 Twin-Supercharged 427-Powered 1986 Ford Mustang GT Hatchback “ProFox” 6-Speed45:16  RoW 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Coupe 5-Speed45:38  Ardun 296-Powered '32 Ford Highboy Roadster48:10  1970 Shelby Mustang GT350 FastbackGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

In this episode of “The Logbook” - John Yasenko recounts the discovery and historical significance of a unique 1935 front-wheel-drive speedster created by Benjamin F. Harris III. Initially found in a neglected state in 1987, the vehicle's unusual design and Harris's innovative contributions to automotive history intrigued John and his Brother, leading to an extensive pre-internet research endeavor. Ben Harris, an early industrial designer and motorsport architect, was deeply involved in the development of American road racing and SCCA's national organization. He collaborated with notable figures like Harley Earl and Jim Kimberly, and played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Road America race track. John presents us with rich with historical insights, personal anecdotes, and acknowledges the extensive research and supportive collaborations that uncovered Harris's legacy, culminating in his posthumous induction into the SCCA Walk of Fame in 2020. John Yasenko's purchase of the remains of the 1935 Harris FWD Speedster decades ago led him into conducting 36 years of research into the car and its creator, Benjamin F. Harris. John's objective has been to document how Harris was a key figure in postwar racetrack design and development, and in transforming the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) into a national organization. John is a lifelong car enthusiast, business owner, restorer and historian, automotive show host, and all-around jack of all trades. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Discovery of the Harris Speedster 01:15 Ben Harris: The Man Behind the Machine 02:54 Innovative Design Elements of the Harris Speedster 03:33 Harris's Collaborations and Achievements 05:27 Racing Legacy and Contributions to Motorsport 09:36 Involvement in SCCA and Road America 17:29 Advocacy for Safety in Motorsport 24:29 Legacy and Induction into the Walk of Fame 29:15 Conclusion and Acknowledgements ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they start the show talking about FOX acquiring one third of their interest in Penske Entertainment. In the second segment, they wish a happy birthday to Gordon Johncock and look back at his historic career. They later answer fan questions on X. To wrap up the first hour of the show, they preview the second hour with more FOX acquisition talk and previewing Portland. To start the second hour of the show, they preview this weekend’s race from Portland. They also talk about Jackson Lee’s win at Road America. They later answer more fan questions on who could take the title fight to Alex Palou in 2026, the free agency options for Louis Foster, Marcus Ericsson, Linus Lundqvist, Marcus Armstrong, David Malukas, Will Power, Rinus VeeKay, Santino Ferrucci, and Dennis Hauger In the penultimate segment, they answer more fan questions on Felix Rosenqvist, TV affiliates, and Mexico City. In the final segment, Kevin talks a little bit about the launch of FOX One. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Double Stint, Jonathan Grace and John Dagys break down the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race from Road America, catch up on the latest news, answer a listener question and more.

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they recap Alex Palou earning his 8th win of 2025 at Laguna Seca, inching closer to his fourth title and third in a row. They also talk about how Palou could clinch the title at Portland and how Pato O’Ward is the only mathematically eligible driver to catch him with just three races left. In the second segment, they look at the rest of the standings and how the leaders circle standings stand. They also talk about why the cautions took longer than usual this past weekend. To wrap up the first hour of the show, they talk about the upcoming IMSA weekend at Road America. To start the second hour of the show, they talk about the possibility of a return of the Wienie 500, and Cookie Monster giving the command for the Brickyard 400 this past weekend. They later answer fan questions on X, such as Kyle Kirkwood’s run in with Rinus VeeKay and the latest on VeeKay’s and Will Power’s future. In the penultimate segment, they look back at who is coming out of Laguna Seca with forward and negative momentum. They also talk about Zak Brown’s rookie oval test that would be “mega” and make their predictions for who it could be. In the final segment, Kevin talks a little bit about teams testing at Portland and Nashville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New podcast covering the results for Gridlife at road America. I also cover how I'm not a mechanic and how I was able to fix my ABS system for now. I also cover the crash with will at Road America with Will and the Elantra N.

Endurance Racing at Road America, and a summer of woes (and heat); Will we ever go Karting again?; F1 Movie Part 2; Off-Topic Flying

Producer's note: Our man Alex is still recovering from our recent gathering in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, and will be back to regularly scheduled programming next week. In the meantime, we've bookended the vintage races at Road America with local legends Peter Cunningham and, today, a revisitation of our entertaining 2024 interview with Shelby impresario and all-around rascal Colin Comer.Randy and Alex sit down with Shelby expert, restorer, journalist, author, and frequent BaT seller Colin Comer. They talk about his first MGB GT leading into the world of "bargain" Ferraris and his ultimate pathway to Shelby collection and expertise; a (literal) run-in with the law as a teenager in a rusty GTV; his hot take on the Cobra Daytona Coupe versus the plain-Jane roadster; sharing a Lister Knobbly with Sam Smith for a thousand miles; telling Keith Martin to stick to sports cars; the pitfalls and history-preserving rewards of being talked into book authorship while driving a 427 Cobra in the snow; buying "plenty" of Bugeye Sprites on the advice of Peter Egan; and important things scrawled on bathroom walls.Links for items discussed in this episode:CC350 BaT Member ProfileTom Cotter's Cobra StoryBaT Exclusive: The Pastor's Bugeye SpriteColin Comer's books available for purchaseThe Comer CollectionColin's Classic AutoGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

On this episode of The Adam and Dr. Drew Show, the guys react to Hunter Biden's recent profanity-laced interview, and discuss his claim that President Joe Biden was taking Ambien—prompting Dr. Drew to explain the serious risks of giving the drug to elderly patients. Adam shifts gears to talk about the massive amount of water wasted daily, and the two reflect on the lost art of following instructions in today's distracted generation. Dr. Drew also brings up Adam's recent interview with Steve Guttenberg, which leads to a hilarious discussion about the sad state of the sandwiches their mothers made growing up—especially Adam's mom, who didn't make them at all. The episode wraps with Adam recapping his weekend race at Road America and sharing some behind-the-scenes highlights from the track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, Adam opens by discussing the recent efforts to defund NPR and recalls how a past interview he did with them turned into a failed “gotcha” moment. He then recaps his adventurous weekend at Road America in Wisconsin, where he raced on the iconic track, faced unexpected delays, and got locked out of his Airbnb at 2:00 a.m. He also reflects on the genius of This Is Spinal Tap, shares a story about losing his luggage—which included a ribeye steak inside—and vents about airport employees who make everything about them.Elisha Krauss joins Adam for the news! They kick things off with the viral “kiss cam” scandal at a Coldplay concert, which led to the resignation of the CEO of Astronomer after a woman abruptly fled the frame and set social media ablaze. The HR executive involved turned out to be connected to the powerful Cabot family, sparking even more public curiosity. They also react to the surprising announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will be canceled in May 2026, and discuss In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder's decision to move her family out of California as the company expands to the eastern U.S.Get it on.FOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS: INSTAGRAM: @elishakraussWEBSITE: elishakrauss.com JOURNAL: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/author/elisha-krauss/Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnline120Life.com use code ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMOpenPhone.com/adamPluto.tvGo to Superpower.com and use code Carolla to get $50 Off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpodLIVE SHOWS: August 6 - Reno, NVAugust 7 - Portland, ORSeptember 12-13 - El Paso, TX (4 shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BaT is headed to Road America next week for our return to the WeatherTech Vintage Weekend with Brian Redman (sign up to come if you haven't already)! So we're revisiting our remastered 2021 discussion with BaT user Pedro, otherwise known as Peter Cunningham – he of an illustrious racing career in all manner of Hondas with the team he founded in 1987, RealTime Racing. Randy and Howard discuss his years of competition success before moving on to one of the most important Honda collections on earth, his RealTime Collection Hall. So much has happened for the race team in the four years since we recorded this episode, and we look forward to catching up with Peter and friends at his home track in a week's time! Got suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

The second half of the 2025 United States Pro Kart Series is underway with the Wisconsin Grand Prix hosting the third round of this year's championship program. The July 27-29 weekend at the Briggs & Stratton Motorplex at Road America welcomed nearly 200 entries over the seven IAME categories, battling the tough circuit in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin along with the warm weather. Rob Howden and David Cole review the racing from America's National Park of Speed in this episode of the Debrief – presented by OTK Kart USA. The show begins with the Sodi Racing USA Paddock Pass before getting into all the details of the weekend with the AiM Sports Race Report. The EKN Trackside Live Race Calendar presented by D.I.D Chain completes the podcast.

This week's episode: A recap of Alex Palou's win in the XPEL Grand Prix at Road America. Plus, IndyCar confirms the new car will be moved to 2028 with additional details but no renderings, and The Thermal Club will not return to the schedule in 2026. 

Zoom backgrounds are cool, Road America was hot, and James and Tim are mysterious about their travel for no reason.+++Off Track is part of the SiriusXM Sports Podcast Network. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more, please give a 5-star rating and leave a review. Subscribe today wherever you stream your podcasts.Want some Off Track swag? Check out our store!Check out our website, www.askofftrack.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel.Want some advice? Send your questions in for Ask Alex to AskOffTrack@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter at @askofftrack. Or individually at @Hinchtown, @AlexanderRossi, and @TheTimDurham.

After an insane Road America IndyCar race, 2012 series champion Ryan Hunter-Reay joins from the ground in Wisconsin, but is also here to tell us about his incredible Indy 500 bid which really could and should have ended with victory.Hunter-Reay and host Jack Benyon look at Palou returning to form and how likely it is anyone can stop him after winning six races halfway through the season.Key storylines from Road America are also delved into before Hunter-Reay tells the story of how a pitstop practice car - drafted in after his primary car caught fire in practice - nearly won the 500.It's the kind of incredible story which makes the Indy 500 one of the best races in the world, and we hope you enjoy it.Want ad-free listening? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today. Head to patreon.com/therace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The IndyCar Series took on legendary Road America this past weekend, and our resident open wheeler Conor Daly was once again in action. He joins co-host Chase Holden this week on Speed Street to discuss his struggles throughout the weekend and how a penalty sunk his efforts at a decent finish. Conor explains that the new hybrid continues to be difficult for his team, as the added weight has caused everyone in the paddock to go back to the drawing board for setups and balance. Ultimately, a design difficulty in the aero screen caused Conor to misread an IndyCar official's hand gestures, which led to him receiving a stop-and-go penalty, effectively taking him out of contention.Road America pole sitter Louis Foster joins the race to celebrate his first ever series P1 start and how he and his team were shocked to have found so much speed throughout the qualifying session. He and Conor share thoughts on the search for consistency throughout a season, and how it can be frustrating competing against the better funded teams who seem to have things together week in week out. Louis speaks on the viral clip of his mustache shaving from the past weekend and how out of the car storylines are good for IndyCar fans to get to know the drivers better. The guys also touch on Louis' major crash in St. Louis, changing team culture and the upcoming test at Iowa.

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they recap Alex Palou winning yet again this past weekend from Road America on a fuel mileage. In the second segment of the show, they answer fan questions on X and talk more free agency news. They also talk about Devlin DeFrancesco’s gift to the FOX camera man. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Kevin recaps the latest Indy NXT testing from Milwaukee and answers more fan questions on X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode: A recap of Kyle Kirkwood's win in the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at the track formerly known as Gateway. Plus, IndyCar delays its new chassis to 2028 and a preview of this weekend's race at Road America. 

Tonight, on Trackside with Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee, they recap the barn burner race this past weekend from Gateway, with Kyle Kirkwood taking his first oval win after the field was dealing with the last second fuel strategy. In the second segment of the show, they talk about IndyCar shifting their new car slated for 2028. They also talk about Nolan Siegel raging in his car after his penalty involving Scott McLaughlin. They later talk about the latest silly season rumors for 2026. Then to wrap up the first hour of the show, Kevin previews the second hour. To start the second hour of the show, they preview the XPEL Grand Prix this weekend at Road America. They also talk about Josef Newgarden’s massive crash from Gateway after ramping off Louis Foster. They later talk more about the 2028 car and how the manufacturers will play out. In the second segment of the second hour, they talk about the 2026 Formula 1 schedule getting released with the Canadian Grand Prix is the same day and time as the 110th Indianapolis 500. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Kevin talks about potential races in San Diego and Philadelphia for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series and talks more about what other races are this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports analyst and six-time IndyCar race winner James Hinchcliffe joins Jack Benyon onthis week's episode to review a brilliant Gateway race, discuss Will Power's future and more.After being at the track, Hinch gives excellent insight into why this race - not normally an event he marks on his calendar - was a real thriller.And, with Will Power bagging a first pole since 2023, we discuss the two-time champion's future, including why it's such a complicated story and what might be causing any hold-up in a new deal.There's also discussion of AJ Foyt Racing's recent form, Christian Rasmussen bagging a first ever podium, and a look forward to next week's race at Road America.Want ad-free listening? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon today. Head to patreon.com/therace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corner by corner, inch by inch, with one of the greatest tracks in the world. Do Ross and Sam use this episode to dissect their love for the pavement of Road America? Does a Wisconsin bear pope eat beer cheese in the Kettle Moraine woods?(The answer is yes, for the record. Yes to both.)Welcome to the Upper Midwest, cats and kittens. You will learn where the apexes are, if you don't already know. But that's the least interesting part.This show's format rotates weekly, because squirrel. We call this format “Walking the Track.”RELATED TRIVIA: We're missing Jeff for this one—he and the fine gang at AWA Racing just finished 10th at the 24 Hours of Le Mans! (France, for the record, is very much like Wisconsin—also much cheese and beer. No bear pope, though. The species is native to glaciated America.)This episode was produced by Mike Perlman.**Who We Are + Spicy Merch:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ItsNotTheCar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Support It's Not the Car:Contribute on Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/notthecar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Topic suggestions, feedback, questions? Let us know what you think!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INTCPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Check out Sam's book!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smithology: Thoughts, Travels, and Semi-Plausible Car Writing, 2003–2023⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Where to find us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/intcpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thatsamsmith/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/j.v.braun/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rossbentley/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rossbentley.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speedsecrets.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**ABOUT THE SHOW:It's Not the Car is a podcast about people and speed. We tell racing stories and leave out the boring parts.Ross Bentley is a former IndyCar driver, a bestselling author, and a world-renowned performance coach. Jeff Braun is a champion race engineer. Sam Smith is an award-winning writer and a former executive editor of Road & Track magazine.We don't love racing for the nuts and bolts—we love it for what it asks of the meatbag at the wheel.New episodes every Tuesday.