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Hudson O'Neal salvages Speedweeks and I should have seen it coming | Daily 2-13-2023
East Bay was the exact track Rocket needed, and I missed it. Plus David Gravel starts strong, while others don't. And a busy Monday dirt racing schedule is on tap.

Clarity on World of Outlaws race restrictions, Jade Avedisian moving to Keith Kunz Motorsports | Daily 2-9-2023
Today we are talking mad Donny Schatz, which races do and don't count against the Outlaw limits, news from Jade Avedisian and FloRacing and more.

Another Ford powered sprint car shows up at DIRTcar Nationals | Daily 2-8-2023
Today we'll get into Tuesday's dirt racing at Volusia and East Bay, including results, Donny Schatz leaving for a pilot's test, and Ford's 410 sprint car engine showing up with another team.

Rocket Chassis sweeps East Bay podium, but... | Daily 2-7-2023
Knoxville Raceway added big cash to the Nationals purse, Rocket Chassis finally won a dirt late model race, and we get sprint car racing tonight at Volusia for the DIRTcar Nationals.

Longhorn Chassis now 14-0 in big super late model shows in 2023, will it continue? | Daily 2-6-2023
It's a busy week of dirt racing ahead, and we're talking the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and more Longhorn Chassis domination, a new team for Parker Price-MIller, tonight's DIRTcar Nationals schedule and more.

Conversations - Kevin Rumley
The battles between dirt late model chassis builders are ongoing, and Longhorn is the hot piece currently. Kevin Rumley is a key figure in the Longhorn/Bilstein relationship, and he joins Conversations to talk about making cars better, working within the rules, the season ahead, and partnering with Kyle Larson.

Lincoln scales back FloRacing deal, update on Bloomquist's future | Daily 2-3-2023
We are talking Lincoln Speedway's decision to scale back their FloRacing deal, an update on Scott Bloomquist's future, and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series weekend ahead.

Travis Pastrana is bringing his talents to a dirt track soon! | Daily 2-2-2023
Action sports star Travis Pastrana is coming to a dirt track soon. We'll talk about that, plus update you on some sprint car rides and we've got Anthony Macri's schedule that features a series championship run.

"Christopher Bell should leave Joe Gibbs Racing for more dirt racing freedom!" | Daily 2-1-2023
Coming up, why Christopher Bell won't leave his NASCAR ride at Joe Gibbs Racing to have more dirt track freedom. Plus more news from XR and we do a little Q and A time.

What's up with the Toyota 410 sprint car engine? | Daily 1-31-2023
An update today on the Toyota 410 sprint car engine program, plus we'll talk a wild night at Bubba Raceway Park, news from XR and the All Stars and more.

Kyle Larson races. Kyle Larson wins. Kyle Larson crashes. | Daily 1-30-2023
Kyle Larson showed up for one Lucas show this weekend, won it, then crashed. We'll talk about that, plus more from the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series races, a stunning Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic win for Brock Hallett, and more from the dirt racing weekend.

Kyle Larson joins Longhorn party this weekend, David Gravel commits | Daily 1-27-2023
Another super late model race, another Longhorn victory. Today we'll talk Golden Isles, the Classic at Warnambool, and news from David Gravel, Indy Race Parts, and USAC.

What's up with Rocket Chassis right now? | Daily 1-26-2023
We are talking about the rough start to 2023 for Rocket Chassis and the Rocket house car, plus running through the list of Lucas full timers, diving into the Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic and more.

Hunt the Front series finalizes schedule, go behind the scenes this season with them... | Daily 1-25-2023
Hunt the Front has finalized their series schedule, the World of Outlaws full time field adds another, and Cole Macedo and Logan Seavey have new rides.

The story of the two attempts to end the World of Outlaws reign at the top of sprint car racing | Daily 1-24-2023
Turmoil in the sprint car world is nothing new, and today we'll dive into the two attempts to overthrow the World of Outlaws' reign as the top national series.

Kahne, Scelzi join Outlaws; will we see any defections? | Daily 1-23-2023
A packed news show today, with drivers declaring full time with the World of Outlaws, a new team from Christopher Bell, plus we'll talk the World of Outlaws Late Models at Volusia.

Cleetus McFarland and crate late models add to Bristol dirt schedule in 2023 | Daily 1-20-2023
An update today on dirt racing happening at Bristol in 2023, plus we talk about the final World of Outlaws Late Model full timers list that's actually above 20!

Bobby Pierce says he's full time with the World of Outlaws, but we don't believe him | Daily 1-19-2023
The World of Outlaws Late Model Series season opens at tonight, and we'll talk championship favorites, who to watch this weekend, and look through the 17 full time drivers, including the surprise addition of Bobby Pierce. We've also got a Hoosier sprint car tire update.

It sure looks like Brad Sweet and KKR just committed to the World of Outlaws | Daily 1-18-2023
Did Brad Sweet and Kasey Kahne Racing just bury the lede about their 2023 schedule in a sponsorship announcement? Let's dive into that today and what it means for the World of Outlaws season that begins next month.

Conversations - Dylan Schiebel
Fresh off the big Chili Bowl win, @SwindellSpeedlab 's Dylan Schiebel joins DIRTRACKR Conversations to talk all things dirt racing content creation. Topics include shooting at the Chili Bowl, his journey to the role, tools and software he uses, what his nightly shot plans look like, and more.

Lucas Oil, NOS Energy Drink evolve dirt racing sponsorships | Daily 1-17-2023
Motorsports of any kind don't operate without plenty of dollars, and that usually means sponsors of various types. I want to talk today about recent moves from two of the most recognized brands involved in dirt racing, Lucas Oil and NOS Energy Drink.

The Chili Bowl is great, incredible, amazing... But it could be better | Daily 1-16-2023
Today's topics: 2023 Chili Bowl, Logan Seavey and Swindell SpeedLab, Wild West Shootout

Will Jonathan Davenport make me look like a fool? | Daily 1-13-2023
After a dominating Thursday night feature win, Tanner Thorson just might be the Chili Bowl favorite. We'll talk about that, plus, is Jonathan Davenport about to make me eat my words when it comes to the Wild West Shootout bonus money?

Torgerson crash a gut check for dirt racing community | Daily 1-12-2023
Thoughts today on the dangers that still exist in motorsports after a terrifying Wednesday night Chili Bowl crash for Ashton Torgerson.

Bad sliders, wall riding, and a surprise Chili Bowl winner on night two | Daily 1-11-2023
Talking a wild Tuesday night at the Chili Bowl, including a surprise winner and disaster for a favorite. We've also got more High Limit commitments, and the All Stars need a series director.

Clarity on Christopher Bell's Chili Bowl absence; Cannon McIntosh and Shane Golobic lock in | Daily 1-10-2023
We are talking night one of the Chili Bowl, looking at Tuesday's field, plus we've got updates on why Christopher Bell isn't in Tulsa, and the visa situation for sprint car drivers.

Three sprint car drivers who might not be racing in Australia after all | Daily 1-9-2023
On this overreaction Monday, we'll talk about Jonathan Davenport winning every single race he competes in in 2023, we'll preview Chili Bowl night one, and there is an interesting situation brewing for some US sprint car drivers trying to get down under.

Big questions surround start of 2023 dirt late model season at Wild West Shootout | Daily 1-6-2023
The 2023 dirt late model season starts this weekend, and some big names have big questions around them headed to the Wild West Shootout. We'll talk about them, plus possible winners. And we've got another update on full time sprint cars with the various series.

I-80 Speedway auction coming up, Jimmy Owens has a new ride | Daily 1-5-2023
I-80 Speedway has been sold, and now they are liquidating all of the equipment in an online auction. We'll talk about what's for sale, plus talk a new ride for Jimmy Owens and more.

Nick Hoffman cleared to race Chili Bowl, and the difficulties of jumping dirt racing divisions | Daily 1-4-2023
Coming up we'll talk about Nick Hoffman's late entry to the Chili Bowl, plus what's ahead for him in 2023, and the difficulty of drivers jumping around to different car types.

Why the 2023 dirt racing season is set to POP | Daily 1-3-2023
Are we on the cusp of one of the most epic dirt racing season to ever play out? I'll make the case today on the show.

Ridiculous brawls mar Tulsa Shootout | Daily 1-2-2023
We are talking all things Tulsa Shootout today, including Saturday's Golden Driller winners, the differences between the classes, and the ridiculously poor behavior on display at the top of the ramp.

What a year. Thank you. | Daily 12-30-2022
I'm using this final Daily episode of 2022 to share some numbers, the growth, and say thank you for coming along with DIRTRACKR.

Yes, it's too early, but... What wild cards could we see attempt the Eldora Million? | Daily 12-29-2022
What will the Eldora Million look like in 2023 in terms of entries? Today we'll get into this probably six months too early and talk about the possibilities. We've also got World of Outlaws news from Robbie Price and Shark Racing.

DYK: The 2023 Lucas Late Model class is without a rookie right now | Daily 12-28-2022
The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is in a curious situation right now for 2023, with no rookie drivers declared. We'll talk about that plus the opening night of the Tulsa Shootout and more.

What will the top sprint car teams do, and what are the factors they are considering? | Daily 12-27-2022
Sprint car teams have a lot to think about for 2023. Should they go World of Outlaws? All Stars? High Limit? Pick and choose? We'll look today at how the schedules fit together and what the money picture really looks like for the various options.

Josh Richards ends dirt late model career at 34 with little fanfare | Daily 12-26-2022
One of the most successful dirt late model racers in history has called it a career, and at just 34 years of age. We'll talk about the news from Josh Richards, plus talk full time series sprint car drivers, Chili Bowl entries, and the coolest sprint car sim rig you may have ever seen.

Hoosier confirms sprint car tire changes, rollout still a question | Daily 12-23-2022
Coming up on this Friday before Christmas we've got full details on Hoosier's new sprint car tires, we spotlight some new dirt late model content creators, and more.

The reasons behind Jonathan Davenport's return to Lucas full time | Daily 12-22-2022
Superman is back on tour with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, and we'll talk about why it make so much sense. We've also got news from Ryan Timms, Buddy Kofoid, and more.

Tanner Holmes' first time driving a midget, and I was there! | Daily 12-21-2022
Tanner Holmes made his first laps in a midget on Tuesday at Millbridge, and we were there to watch! We'll talk about it and share some video. Plus, Brandon Sheppard is back with the Outlaws and more.

Kyle Larson talks international expansion of sprint car racing | Daily 12-20-2022
On a new episode the LoudPedal podcast, Kyle Larson talked a number of topics, including the High Limit Series, his thoughts on Chili Bowl, and the possibility of sprint car races outside the US. We'll react to his thoughts, plus talk a few late model news items and more.

How dirt racing lives at the intersection of chaos and organization | Daily 12-19-2022
We are getting philosophical today, talking about the intersection of chaos and organization in dirt racing. We've also got an update on Belle-Clair Speedway, plus weekend results and more.

Brandon Sheppard switches to Longhorn, High Limit Sprint Car schedule complete | Daily 12-16-2022
After all of our foolery and speculation, Sheppard Riggs Racing has confirmed Brandon Sheppard will campaign Longhorn Chassis next season. We'll get into that, plus the full High Limit Sprint Car schedule, and Brad Sweet on David Gravel's show.

Sprint cars get their shot at the Eldora Million, will Outlaw teams be allowed to race? | Daily 12-15-2022
Eldora Speedway and FloRacing are bringing back the Eldora Million, but this time for the sprint car teams. We've got full details, plus we dive into whether or not the full time World of Outlaws teams will be allowed to race. We are also talking news from Daison Pursley, and DIRTRACKR's first race car sponsorship.

Is an actual boycott of the Chili Bowl materializing? We look at who's in and who's out | Daily 12-14-2022
Today we are going full ham on the Chili Bowl entry list to see who's in and who's out. Is the debate over prize money really affecting attendance for 2023?

The narrative about sprint car purses isn't accurate, we've got the numbers (Hint, they're rising) | Daily 12-13-2022
The narrative being spun around sprint car racing is that purse money hasn't risen enough, or at all. But is that true? We'll look at the numbers today, plus talk World of Outlaws parity and more.

The dirt late model national tour that is looking REALLY fun for 2023 | Daily 12-12-2022
Nick Hoffman is taking the Tye Twarog late model seat for next season, and joining a growing, strong field of contenders with the World of Outlaws. We'll talk about that, plus dates for the BC39, 300 Chili Bowl entries, and more.

World of Outlaws add money, lower restrictions for 2023; plus reacting to David Gravel's livestream | Daily 12-9-2022
On this bonus episode of the Daily, we'll talk about the World of Outlaws adding money to the point fund and bonus program while also lowering restrictions. We'll also react to David Gravel's Thursday night livestream with Tyler Swank.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series adds championship playoff format for 2023, heads explode | Daily 12-9-2022
We are reacting today to the news that the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will have a "Chase for the Championship" in 2023. We'll also talk more full time World of Outlaws Late Model Series drivers, and look at a bunch of 2023 series schedules.

Hunt the Front starting late model series for 2023 | Daily 12-8-2022
On the show today we've got some details on Hunt the Front's plan to expand in to series ownership for 2023, plus we are talking World of Outlaws Late Model money, and sprint car news from Kerry Madsen and Scotty Thiel.