Horsepower Happenings

On this episode, hear from Micro Sprint ace Darin Naida fresh off a trip to the Tulsa Shootout. Plus, what lies ahead for the 15-year-old this season? Darin gives us four hundred and ten reasons to keep an eye on him in 2022.

On this episode, all the guys get together to recap what they saw in 2021. From Champion Racing Association to Great Lakes Super Sprints and everything in between. What was your favorite moment of 2021? Let us know!

Tonight, we officially break the news that Tim Wilber is the next owner of Butler Motor Speedway. While the rumor mill has been laced with this idea, it only becomes official tonight. Hear his thought about the upcoming season, and plans for the future. Plus, Bill Barnhart gives us details on the upcoming Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club Banquet.

Tonight, hear from Sparta, Michigan driver, Andrew Scheid as he reflects on his first full season in Template Pavement Late Models and a run at the JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour Championship. Plus, Garrett Wiles talks about his season that resulted in a Late Model Championship at I-96 Speedway.

Tonight, we hear trackside interviews from the 54th Annual Snowball Derby at 5 Flags Speedway from drivers like Derrick Thorn and Chandler Smith. Plus, we chat with Cody Bauer after an impressive run at the Gateway Dirt Nationals.

Hear from Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame driver and 2021 Butler Motor Speedway Track Champion, Kenny Mackey as he discusses putting 2021 Great Lakes Super Sprints Champion, Ryan Ruhl behind the wheel of the 25M for 2022. Plus, a preview of the upcoming Snowball Derby and more.

Tonight, hear from Steve Smith, owner of one of the fastest-growing Sprint Car teams in the region. Learn the history of the team, plus hear how and why the decision to change drivers after a championship was made.

Tonight, hear from multi-time Late Model Sportsman Winner at Kalamazoo and Springport Mid-Michigan Speedways, Chris Shannon. Shannon is also fresh off a win at Winchester Speedway last month. Another round of Gary Did Ya Know is also featured in this episode, plus silly-season is underway for one Michigan region division.

Mike Blackmer now owns Thunderbird Raceway, in addition to Merritt and Tri City Motor Speedways. So, how will he run all three? How will racers be affected? What should fans expect? All those questions, and many more answered on this episode of Horsepower Happenings.

Tonight, hear from All American 400 Champion, Matthew Craig as he discusses his late-race charge to the front of the prestigious event. Plus, Indiana's Cole Williams, who grabbed the JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour All American 100 on Sunday in Nashville.

Tonight, Zach and Rich chat with ARCA/CRA Super Series Champion, Hunter Jack plus Plymouth & South Bend Speedway owner Kevin Sauer. Sauer discusses the change for Plymouth Speedway from dirt to asphalt. Finally, the hottest dirt street stock driver in Michigan talks about his division change for 2022.

The Winchester 400 weekend is in the books. On this episode, we hear from Winchester 400 and ARCA Menards East Series Champion, Sammy Smith. Plus, JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour Feature winner, Jon Beach.

Tonight, we hear from now SIX time USAC Silvercrown Series Champion, Kody Swanson. He talks about rekindling his relationship with Silvercrown Cars and how he pieced this season together. Plus, Just Claucherty joins us fresh off his big win at Michigan Cup from Springport Mid-Michigan Speedway.

It's a different type of night on Horsepower Happenings. We're recovering from the Facebook Apocolypse of 2021. We're happy to have Rob Taylor on the show, winner of Mid Michigan Raceway Park's Annual CornHarvest event. Plus, a breakdown of all the weekend's events in NASCAR and other racing around the region.

Tonight we hear from Chad Finley after a huge win at the Owosso Nationals in an Outlaw Super Late Model - yes, you read that correct. And, Jeff Ganus takes us inside the Kalamazoo Speedway Super Shoe Nationals. All that and more, tonight!

A massive show tonight features Blake Rowe, who in his first Toledo Speedway start won the Glass City 200. Plus, Cayden Lapcevich who won his second (Outlaw) Glass City 200. And, Dona Marcoullier, who won the Allstar Performance Late Model Challenge Series Championship.

Tonight, we talk with Great Lakes Super Sprints Champion Ryan Ruhl, Great Lakes Traditional Sprints Champion Steve Irwin, and Dixie Classic 100 winner Dan Leeck. All part of a brand new episode of Horsepower Happenings.

Tonight, we hear from Rusty Schlenk after he pockets another $10K at Merritt Speedway. Plus, he talks about watching his sons follow in his footsteps. Andy Bozell was a big topic on Sunday, grabbing a pair of Feature wins at Corrigan Oil Speedway's Harvest and ANOTHER championship.

Tonight, hear from young Ft Wayne, IN driver Paige Rogers - a two-time winner at Corrigan Oil Speedway in 2021. Plus, Tim Wilber joins the program to discuss his career and winning track championships in two divisions at Butler Motor Speedway this season.

On this loaded episode, David McManus discusses his dominating season that has his average finish at less than third. Plus, Kyle Crump drops by to talk about his Battle at Berlin victory; and his crew chief, Johnny VanDoorn discusses what it's been like to transition into his roll as a race car builder, rather than a driver. Plus, trackside interviews from all across the state.

Tonight, Gregg Dalman talks about ending an over two-year drought with the Great Lakes Super Sprints after winning Saturday night at Thunderbird. Then, here from Steve Cronenwett, Jr who has won three in a row at Flat Rock Speedway.

Big money big money big money - that's what we're talking about tonight on Horsepower Happenings. First, the guys talk with Blake Rowe, winner of the Hot Shoe 100 paying north of $10,000. Then, Rusty Schlenk is on the show to talk about his $33K Wood Tic 75 win at Merritt Speedway. No whammies!

Tonight, Zach and Rich preview the biggest Dirt Late Model Event of the season, the 33rd Annual Wood Tic / 4th Annual Dan Salay Memorial. Over $33,000 is on the line. Who will take the win, will the track be in better shape, and who are the underdogs? All that and more on this special episode of Horsepower Happenings.

Tonight's all new episode features the Regular Season Champion with the ARCA/CRA Super Series, Hunter Jack. Hear what his plan of attack is heading into the playoffs. Plus, Larry Boos joins us to discuss his promoter duties at Montpelier Motor Speedway. Also trackside interviews and analysis.

On this episode, David Hilliker breaks down his runner-up finish Friday night at Tri City, and explains why he should always be in the conversation to win. Plus, Brian Brindley and Chase Rosebrugh talk about their unique relationship sharing a B-Modified. Plus, a special interview with Brian Bergakker discussing his win at Flat Rock on Saturday.