Daily Driver

Today on The Daily Driver, I’m sharing the audio version of my latest National Dragster column, "Sportsman Top 50, The Calculus". In this piece I'm peeling back the curtain and walking through the selection process of the Sportsman Top 50. 

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Ryan, who asks: First and foremost congratulations to your son Gary on his recent Western Conference Finals Jr Dragster Championship but I got to ask the question, out of all of the cool things you have done in your racing career - whether it's winning the Spring Fling Million, the US Nationals, World Championship, I've got to ask were you more nervous w...

A few weeks back on The Daily Driver, we announced a new addition ELITE Spotlight program. Throughout the season, select ELITE members will be sharing their racing journey through blog posts, updates, and other behind-the-scenes interactions. From the highs and lows to lessons learned along the way, this is a chance to follow along with real racers navigating a real season. Tune in as we introduce...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Gabe, who asks: I am preparing for my first National Event, not really looking for advice so much as a story. Can you tell me a little bit about your first National Event or your first National Event win? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode...

Today on The Daily Driver, I’m sharing the audio version of my latest National Dragster column, “The Great Debate.” This piece dives into one of the most talked-about discussions in sportsman drag racing history, the debate surrounding Scotty Richardson and Peter Biondo. Two of the most accomplished and influential racers the sport has ever seen. 

Today on The Daily Driver, we’re excited to announce a new addition ELITE Spotlight program. Throughout the season, select ELITE members will be sharing their racing journey through blog posts, updates, and other behind-the-scenes interactions. From the highs and lows to lessons learned along the way, this is a chance to follow along with real racers navigating a real season. Tune in as we introdu...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Paul, who asks: My son is becoming a very good racer but he's not always the best sportsman. He doesn't handle losing well. Can you share any personal experience on how to learn to lose. If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series o...

Today on The Daily Driver , I share one of my favorite memories involving my father and a lesson in belief, perseverance, and passion for racing that has stayed with me for nearly 25 years. From a rain-delayed national event in Topeka to a wounded race car and a matchup against my idol, this story is about more than competition, it’s about the unwavering confidence a parent can instill and the imp...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from David, who asks: How do I strategize against my opponent at different types of race tracks when it comes to time slips. For example at Worldwide drag strip they use the time slip app I can look up an opponent's car number and gauge whether he's dialing honest or holding some numbers. How do I strategize against my opponent at racetracks like Benton that...

On this episode of the Daily Driver we are discussing Geographic Superiority in drag racing and the ongoing debate regarding which regions of the country produce the best racers.

Back at the beginning of March, there was a question that was submitted here on the Question of the Week " What percentage in the final round (Winner and RU) in $25k and larger races that allow it are doubled?" and we wanted to take another episode to really peel back the layers of doubling. If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . 

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Ben, who asks: My question is, for an altered that weighs roughly 1650lbs (125" wheelbase) and makes 550 horsepower, what would be your suggestion for the rear wheel/tire combination? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q...

Today on The Daily Driver, I’m excited to introduce another course in our Win Light Lab program at This Is Bracket Racing -  Win Light Lab: Understanding Data Acquisition , hosted by Mike Mans. Mike, a multi-time NHRA winner and respected shock and suspension expert, joins us to talk about the value of small-group learning and why it’s so effective for dialing in individual vehicle combinations. W...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Brad, who asks: How can I make my car react quicker? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Jamey, who asks: What do you find is the best breathing technique at the starting line? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Denny, who asks: What do racers want to hear during the race? Do you prefer just win loss stats(numbers)? Do you want history behind racers? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questio...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Mark, who asks: What percentage in the final round (Winner and RU) in $25k and larger races that allow it are doubled? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking r...

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Robert, who asks: How do you game plan when you don’t know who you’re racing? Joining us to break it down is Kris Whitfield, guest instructor from ThisIsBracketRacing ELITE, sharing insight on preparation, mindset, and strategy when the matchup is unknown.  If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insig...

This week’s Question of the Week doesn’t actually come in question form and full transparency, I borrowed the idea from the Be00Take00 Podcast. Instead, today’s Daily Driver dives into a fun (and debatable) topic: Who are the top five sportsman racers of all time? If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain tru...

Today on The Daily Driver, we continue on with the Question of the Week , a segment many of you already recognize from the ThisIsBracketRacing Facebook page. Now, we’re bringing those conversations to the podcast. This week’s question: "Are Bottom Bulb Racers Really at a Disadvantage?" If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TI...

Today on The Daily Driver, I am excited to announce a new program coming to This Is Bracket Racing: The Win Light Lab . Rolling out throughout 2026, each version of the Lab will be hosted by one of our ELITE instructors including Mike Mans, Justin Lamb, Kris Whitfield, Gage Burch, Mikey Sturgill, and Matt Dadas. Each Lab will be focused on a different element of competition. We kick things off wit...

Today on The Daily Driver, we kick off Question of the Week , a segment many of you already recognize from the ThisIsBracketRacing Facebook page. Now, we’re bringing those conversations to the podcast. This week’s question: " Is footbrake still a thing?" If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask . With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this e...

Today on The Daily Driver, we reflect on graduation. Young racers stepping into full-size competition. It’s an emotional transition and a reminder of how fast it all goes. These drivers are capable, talented, and how we choose to support them will help shape the future of the sport. 

On this episode of The Daily Driver, we talk about pressure. Why it shows up, how experience changes it, and why it never fully goes away. The key isn’t eliminating pressure, but learning to embrace it as a sign you care and letting it prepare you to perform at your best. 

In this episode of The Daily Driver, I'm exploring the power of community and why no one truly succeeds alone. Drawing from a powerful study, personal experience, and lessons from TIBR Jr. and ELITE, I break down how independence can get you started but growth accelerates when you surround yourself with people who share your ambition. The right community doesn’t just support you… it makes you bett...