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Horsepower Happenings

Horsepower Happenings
NASCAR
Short Track Racing
Great Lakes Super Sprints
Michigan
Crystal Motor Speedway
Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club
Sprint Cars
Berlin Raceway
Dirt Track Racing
Kalamazoo Speedway
500 Sprint Car Tour
Sprint Car Racing
Late Model Racing
Toledo Speedway
Michigan Motorsports
Owasso Nationals
Owosso Speedway
Modified Racing
Michigan Racing
JEGS Tour

Horsepower Happenings is the Great Lakes' Short Track Racing Authority. Former racers and current industry professionals, Zach Hiser and Rich Frantz lead the way in coverage of short track racing in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and the rest of the Midwest. Horsepower Happenings is the #1 Provider for Michigan Dirt Late Model and Sprint Car Coverage. Stay informed on some of the region's bigg... more

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In his first career start at Berlin Raceway and just his second ever start in a Modified, Ricky LaDuke found Victory Lane in the debut of the Michigan Modified Series. Then, test your racing knowledge with Gary Lindahl during Gary, Did Ya Know! Final... more

Colin Bozell drove two different cars to victory lane over the weekend at two different race tracks! Plus, hear from GLSS Rookie driver, Graham Huffman. Finally, a word from Winston Speedway owner, Andrew Heykoop ahead of their season opener on Frida... more

The 4th Annual Bob Finley Memorial is Saturday at Owosso Speedway - hear from promoter Jeff Finley on what to expect and what's to come in the future. Plus, TJ Barton just kicked off the season as a winner at Silver Bullet Speedway.

Fresh off a season opening win at Berlin Raceway, we hear from defending track champion, Austin Hull!

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Recent Guests

Colin Bozell
Sprint car driver, GLSS competitor
Tri-State Sprint Series / GLSS
Episode: S9E15 feat Colin Bozell, MadMax w Graham Huffman,
Graham Hoffman
Sprint car driver
Craig Mintz Racing
Episode: S9E15 feat Colin Bozell, MadMax w Graham Huffman,
Andrew Heykoop
Owner of Winston Speedway
Winston Speedway
Episode: S9E15 feat Colin Bozell, MadMax w Graham Huffman,
TJ Barton
Winner at Silver Bullet Speedway
Ongoing IMCA/Modified racer
Episode: S9E14 feat Jeff Finley & TJ Barton
Bobby Joe Jernigan
Mother and lead member of Jernigan Racing
Jernigan Racing
Episode: S9E12 feat Jernigan Racing, Gary Did Ya Know, & Tyler Roahrig
Riley Jernigan
Daughter and driver on Jernigan Racing
Jernigan Racing
Episode: S9E12 feat Jernigan Racing, Gary Did Ya Know, & Tyler Roahrig
Kennedy Jernigan
Daughter and driver on Jernigan Racing
Jernigan Racing
Episode: S9E12 feat Jernigan Racing, Gary Did Ya Know, & Tyler Roahrig
Mike Lynn
Driver, season opener winner at Crystal Motor Speedway
Crystal Motor Speedway / IMCA transition participant
Episode: S9E11 feat Michael Lynn & MadMax w Devon Dobie
Gabrielle Grigsby
Driver, Turn One CRA Pro Series, Northwest Ohio
Unspecified teams, UNO student
Episode: S9E10 feat Gabrielle Grigsby & Dan Redmond

Hosts

Zach Hiser
Host with long-running involvement in regional short-track racing coverage and podcasting.
Rich Frantz
Co-host with broad motorsports industry knowledge and regional connections.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S9E11 feat Michael Lynn & MadMax w Devon Dobie
Q: How did the new tire choices feel compared to what you've raced before?
Devon Dobie and Max Stamball describe the tires as having different feel but not a dramatic drop in performance; the shift was manageable with careful setup and the burn-off period allowed testing, with American Racer becoming more prevalent as the season progresses.
S9E12 feat Jernigan Racing, Gary Did Ya Know, & Tyler Roahrig
Q: What makes Kalamazoo Speedway so special to you, Tyler?
Tyler explained that Kalamazoo has always been a hotspot that fits his driving style, offers multiple grooves, and challenges him to adapt, making wins there particularly meaningful.
S9E10 feat Gabrielle Grigsby & Dan Redmond
Q: What are your long-term goals in the industry?
Gabrielle emphasizes staying in the sport through engine building and fabrication, aiming to remain connected to racing while exploring professional paths off the driver's seat.
S9E8 feat Avery Demland, Brett Mann, & Tanner Tallarico
Q: What are your goals for 2026 with the new chassis and sanctions?
Be competitive, learn new tracks, and continue building the program with realistic expectations while aiming for better results and ongoing development.
S9E8 feat Avery Demland, Brett Mann, & Tanner Tallarico
Q: What did you take away from the weekend given some mechanical issues and a rough finish?
Overall, the weekend was smooth in terms of operations; the driver was able to meet new people, adjust to the car, and take away lessons for the next races.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Horsepower Happenings

What is Horsepower Happenings about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on midwestern short-track racing, featuring veteran drivers, rising stars, track operators, and industry insiders. Episodes blend career retrospectives, race-prep strategies, sponsorship dynamics, and regional circuit updates, with a strong emphasis on grassroots racing, track operations, and the evolving economics of the sport. A recurring strength is the panel's deep regional knowledge, connections to local tracks, and ability to translate on-track action into practical insights for teams, promoters, and fans. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on cost-conscious racing options, youth involvement, and the broader racing ecosystem beyond top-tier national series, making it a practical listen for people pursuing involvement ... more

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1. Colin Bozell
2. Graham Hoffman
3. Andrew Heykoop
4. TJ Barton
5. Bobby Joe Jernigan
6. Riley Jernigan
7. Kennedy Jernigan
8. Mike Lynn

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