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Danny Dietrich and Bobby Allen meet, Posse drivers shine but don't win, a sprint car driver missing at Lincoln, a High Limit franchise update, and a whole lot more today.
Ryan Timms, Knoxville Raceway 410 Sprint Car winner; Rodney Childers spewing about his weekend at the Cars Tour race; and Trey Osborne, Montpelier Speedway winner are this week's guests.
The Josh Richards rumors are back, and we'll talk about where things stand. Plus LaSalle puts on a good show, the Outlaws are in Posseland, a new sprint car deal, and more.
Kyle Larson said he thinks it's tougher to win against High Limit than the Outlaws, but do the numbers jive with that idea? We'll dive in today, plus a schedule change for the Outlaws, the Flo series kicks off tonight, and Infinity Chassis adds a new dirt late model recruit.
A top team owner reveals what it costs to go racing these days, and you might be shocked by the comparison he makes... Or maybe you won't. Plus Cody Sommer's driver search, Hunt the Front and Joseph Joiner stacking wins, and more today.
Both late model national tours lose full timers, and we'll talk about what's next for all three. Plus Tim McCreadie looks sporty, weekend results, and a sprint car driver welds on a rival's car, and then gets beat by him.
Coming up, can one dirt late model veteran turn things around with help from Longhorn and Kevin Rumley? Plus another late model star has seen his results tick up, but he's got a decision to make for the weekend. That and a lot more today.
Danny Dietrich and Shark Racing are at odds over sprint car wing flexing, and I was pulled into it with a photo I took of the 1A. We'll wade into the situation today and talk through what isn't an easy problem to solve.
A top dirt late model is spotted with some interesting new parts, and we'll show you what they are and talk about what they are for. Plus a new look for the Kreitz 69k sprint car, more All Star full timers, and an open sprint car seat.
Ashton Torgerson shocks the sprint car world, RTJ stays hot, Alberson solidifies his spot, JG scores, and Dale Earnhardt's grandson makes his dirt late model debut.
On this Sunday we'll talk more reaction on the new Hoosier late model tires, plus discuss a bunch of the weekend racing, including a Lucas chase mixup, Bobby Pierce's dominance, some streaks broken, and more.
Shark's new driver confirmed, at least for this weekend. Plus sprint car teams push the limits at Knoxville with aero bits, a modified standout getting a late model chance, and a lot more today.
Shark Racing circling their next sprint car driver for the 1A, Donny Schatz's team makes more changes in search of speed, and a regional sprint car series makes a strategic move hoping to draw big names.
Send us a textPromoter Kenny Dobson joins us to discuss the upcoming World of Outlaws event at Jacksonville Speedway, IL, and the work behind hosting one of sprint car racing's biggest nights. We talk about pricing strategy, grandstand upgrades, and the challenge of balancing tradition with modern fan expectations.
We've seen several dirt late model teams make significant turnarounds in recent weeks, but with so little national tour races happening, are we getting accurate views of where they are with their performance? We'll talk about that today, plus Knoxville's stacked lists of weekly competitors and how the Iowa track is really becoming an oasis for weekly competition.
A sprint car deal over before it started, the small Tennessee fabrication shop behind several dirt late model chassis brands, and I've got a wild sprint car photo to share.
Danny Dietrich moves quick for a big guy, a sprint car driver DQ'd for a tall wicker bill, plus we'll talk Outlaws at Knoxville, and the first weekend on the new Hooiser late model tires.
410 sprint car engines are expensive, and they aren't easy to come by even if you have the cash. Today we'll dive into a very closed system of builders and who you can and probably can't get engines from.
Paul Silva got plenty of people talking earlier this year when he bolted an unpainted wing on the 57 for qualifying sessions. But was it a diversion, or is it really providing speed? We'll look at some numbers and talk about a few more things that competitors have noticed. Plus sprint car ride swapping, and a lot more.
Daryn Pittman's new Knoxville deal and what it means for the Kreitz 69K, the World of Outlaws Late Model Series announces new title sponsor with interesting connections, and new dirt late model tires from Hoosier have the industry talking.
This week we talk about some of the racing from the weekend, where there was more than 60 World of Outlaws sprint cars on site and the World of Outlaw late models battled in Illinois. We also talk about the USAC races from the weekend and more!
The signs of the Tony Stewart Racing/Ford engine divorce were even more evident at Pevely, and today we'll talk about it, including the one key area to watch for to see if things really are getting better now that they switched. Plus the Outlaws lose a full timer, Danny Dietrich super trucks to a win, sketchy racing at Terre Haute, and more.
Did Brandon Sheppard's run-in with Cody Overton provide the fuel he needed to win again? We'll talk about it, plus a possible turn around weekend for another late model driver, a David Gravel streak comes to an end, and a whole lot more.
Jacob Allen officially chooses his replacement, and we'll tell you who else was up for the job. Plus Landon Crawley's new gig, Outlaws at Pevely, Illini 100, and we'll talk about whether unsanctioned races are good or bad for race tracks.
Another sprint car deal comes apart, I've got more on the All Star restrictions including comments from Rich Farmer, and just what exactly was happening at the Dirt Track at Charlotte yesterday?
A future hall of fame crew chief resurfaces with a team you probably wouldn't have seen coming, another sprint car series moves to protect their brand with restrictions on full timers, and more today.
Today on the show, some interesting recent news from FloSports and what it means for the future of their involvement in dirt racing. Plus we've got the full breakdown on chassis, engine, and shock combos for the top late model teams, and more.
It was going really good for one Pennsylvania sprint car driver until it went really bad, regional guys rule at Talladega, and we'll talk sprint car silly season news and late model crew guy swaps.
A fan favorite sprint car driver calls it a career, but even though he's still young, it shouldn't come as a surprise for a driver that usually did things a little differently. Plus we'll preview what could be a stout Hunt the Front show at Talladega and more.
What exactly do the top sprint car teams have under their hoods and body panels these days? Today on the show we'll deep dive engines, chassis, and shocks for a bunch of sprint car teams, and see if there are any magic setups. Plus the weekend rainouts are rolling in quick.
More dirt late model chassis shenanigans are afoot, and I've got the details today on two more drivers looking at swaps coming up, and both just might surprise you. Plus some weekend sprint car leftovers, and Ricky Thornton Jr's next open wheel race.
The story today of one driver getting DQ'd from two races and protested in a third... All on the same night. Plus we'll talk Brandon Overton, Brandon Sheppard, sprint car stuff, and more.
Abby Hohlbein is a 410-sprint racer who, when not carving up the dirt or the track, is assisting students with disabilities in the classroom, chasing a little white ball around the links, and preparing for college with an amazing major in Motorsports Marketing and Management.Not one to shy away from hard work or getting her hands dirty in the shop, Abby acknowledges the challenges of managing partners and sponsors in the industry by emphasizing the importance of being valuable to each partner, maintaining a good image andbeing accessible to fans while balancing her responsibilities on being a positive role model for young female race car drivers.Connect with Abby here:Website: www.abbyhracing.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbbyHohlbeinRacingX: @AbbyHohlbeinInstagram: www.instagram.com/abbyhohlbeinracing/Connect with Red Line Oil:www.redline.comConnect with Mecum Auctions:www.Mecum.comConnect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at doug@turnkeypodcast.com or visit www.turnkeypodcast.comAbby Hohlbein is a 410-sprint racer who, when not carving up the dirt or the track, is assisting students with disabilities in the classroom, chasing a little white ball around the links, and preparing for college with an amazing major in Motorsports Marketing and Management.Not one to shy away from hard work or getting her hands dirty in the shop, Abby acknowledges the challenges of managing partners and sponsors in the industry by emphasizing the importance of being valuable to each partner, maintaining a good image, and being accessible to fans while balancing her responsibilities to be a positive role model for young female race car drivers.
The Ford engine is out of Donny Schatz's sprint car at Tony Stewart Racing. So, how did we get here? Why are we getting mixed messages? And will this really bring the ten time World of Outlaws champion back to prominence? Let's talk about.
They contended for a championship. They won a million dollar sprint car race. But something needed to change for Logan Schuchart and Shark Racing. We'll dive in today, plus what to watch this weekend, and more.
Today on the show, a sprint car driver who just has zero business doing what he's doing right now, plus guys chasing the MARS championship including Shannon Babb, the Super DIRTcar Series is about to get serious, and ride news for Max McLaughlin.
Coming up, one man's dirt racing trash is another's dirt racing treasure, plus things get worse at I-70, and the ups and downs in big time sprint car racing aren't for the faint of heart.
Cade Dillard's pick and choose decision nearly pays off immediately, a prime midwest dirt track has a very murky future, and we've got a scorching dirt late model hot take on the show today.
A late model chassis change has one driver humming, teams make their final series selections, David Gravel possibly headed for historic territory, the championship battle that could end up being the best in the country, and a lot more from the weekend.
Aaron Reutzel races with a broken nose, Justin Sanders' crap start, more late model series decisions, and Wells Motorsports goes testing very quietly.
High Limit heads for the Tulare Thunderbowl, and two favorites will be in attendance. We'll also talk updated plans for several late model drivers including Ricky Thornton Jr. and Cade Dillard. We'll also share Dillard's very pointed comments towards World of Outlaws officials over certain decisions.
We've got clarity today on at least one undecided dirt late model driver and their national tour choice, plus we'll talk rock screens on sprint cars, and a staple Australian sprint car team closing up shop.
So, you're a dirt late model team, but you don't have a top level crew chief. Where do you turn when you need help, or want the best way to setup your new hot parts? We'll talk about that today, plus an update on Aaron Reutzel and more.
The theme of today's show is things that are too small. That includes sprint cars being too small for six foot six YouTubers, and fuel tanks being too small for 30 lap races at Las Vegas. Plus an update on Aaron Reutzel's injury, a bizarre crash at Port Royal, and a whole lot more.
Everything you need to know about High Limit's franchise announcement, including all of your questions answered.
Several late model drivers are still on the fence about their series choice, and we'll run through the list. Plus we'll talk the High Limit opener, Outlaws in Texas, and is Brad Sweet really a villain in sprint car racing?
Kasey Kahne Racing drops a bombshell just hours before the High Limit season starts. Plus we'll update several sprint car stories we've been following, talk Las Vegas entries, and potentially more High Limit breaking news to come.
Coming up, what do you get when a big time YouTuber and an action sports star walk into a dirt track? We'll talk about it, plus an update on Wyatt Miller's dirt late model future, and more.
I was wrong about the Hunt the Front series, and we'll talk about it today. Plus Brandon Sheppard back in the B5, an Outlaw late model sponsor update, Sunday results, and more.
The experiment is apparently over for Jimmy Owens and his chassis design, plus we'll talk more Outlaw domination from David Gravel, weekend results, and a lot more.