Horsepower Happenings

On this episode of Horsepower Happenings, industry analysts Chris Fobbe, Chuck Darling, and Michigan Motorsports Hall of Famer Gary Lindahl, discuss the biggest moments of the 2022 season - from national headlines to local stars. Did we miss any?

Dryden, Michigan native Katie Hettinger reflects on her extremely successful 2022 season at race tracks all across North America. Next season, she'll battle for a championship in a nationally recognized car. Plus, Plymouth, Indiana's Tyler Roahrig is looking for a USAC Silver Crown win, Rookie of the Year Honors and maybe even a Championship in 2023.

Tonight, hear from the Director of Race Operations for the ASA Stars National Tour, Joe Balash. He talks about what fans and drivers can expect in 2023 from the rebirth of ASA. Plus, hear from Stevie Irwin who talks about his debut at the Chili Bowl Nationals in January.

Tonight, we hear from Cody Bauer who captured $5k and the biggest win of his career Friday night at the Gateway Dirt Nationals in St. Louis. Plus, Rich was in Florida at the Snowball Derby and has one-on-one interviews with Derek Thorn, Stephen Nasse, Josh Berry, and others. Finally, John Jackson announces the Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club Award recipients in an exclusive announcement.

Danny Sams III inked a contract at the end of the 2022 season to set him up for BIG things in 2023, what sort of things? A lot of racing. Plus, how did first year IMCA Modified driver, Jake Thomspon do? He's potentially on the hunt for a championship in '23.

Andrew Scheid, for the first time in 2015, will prepare to race for someone not name Michael Blackmer. Hear whats next for the young man in 2023. Plus, Nick Pressler grabbed the Plymouth Motor Speedway track championship this season, and now he's headed for Florida next week.

Unmatched consistency, despite a win, led Kendall Morrison to a track championship at Tri-City Motor Speedway this season. Plus, five-time champion Chad Freeman discusses moving up from FWDs.

Tonight, we hear about the awesome off-season work being done by Dale Spencer to help keep our youth involved in auto racing while we wait for the 2023 season. Plus, Tim Wilber reflects on his first full season at the helm of Butler Motor Speedway.

Tonight, we hear from Brighton, Michigan's Kyle Crump after a third-place finish during the All American 400 at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway. Plus, we catch up with Zane DeVault following his win at Atomic Raceway with Lane Racing.

Tonight, we hear from 2022 champions Keegan Sobilo and Walt Obrinske, Jr. Keggan grabbed the 2022 Vore's Welding CRA Late Model Sportsmen Title and Walt nabbed the Midwest Modified Tour Championship; both drivers secured their title at Winchester Speedway last weekend.

Tonight, Zach and Rich catch up with (now) two-time Winchester 400 Champion, Stephen Nasse. The young man from Pennellis Park, Florida talks about his up and down day, the changes he has made in his career, and previews the upcoming All American 400.

This week, we hear from Lowell, Michigan's Mark Anderson after a stellar year behind the wheel of his IMCA Modified, plus he talks about the decision to return to racing after a decade away. Then, the Canadian and former Flat Rock Speedway Champion, Ray Morneau discusses racing through COVID, and the opportunities he's been presented back home.

Tonight we hear from new Owosso Speedway owner Rex Wheeler and his plans for upgrading the facility and what's on the horizon. Plus, Zach and Rich honor and remember the life and legacy of the late Rick Eshelman.

Tonight, hear from Billy Shannon who grabbed his first championship since the 90s, so we've heard, and also won the A Feature during Kalamazoo Speedway's Super Shoe. Plus, Jeff Reay joins us after a big win at Mid-Michigan Raceway Park's Cornharvest, and a successful 2022 season.

Tonight, Sprint Car Driver Tylar Rankin plus car owner Greg Wheeler join the show to talk about their recent success alongside their up and down season. Plus, Winston Speedway IMCA Modified Champion, Brody Bowser talks about his season so far.

In one of the most entertaining episodes of Horsepower Happenings to date, Zach and Rich sit down with Trevor Berry; the multitalented driver talks about his recent win at Birch Run, the history of his family, and why his so-called "friends" won't put him in a car. Then, Collin Thirlby discusses his dominant season this year and explains why Diamond Race Cars is so good for him.

Tonight, hear from Chad Finley, who grabbed his 6th/7th wins of the season Friday and Saturday night. Plus he discusses his run with the World of Outlaws CASE Late Models. Max Stambaugh joins the program to discuss his first career win with the Great Lakes Super Sprints, and his first full season with Smith Motorsports.

It's Nose Down, Spoiler Up night on Horsepower Happenings. First, Kalamazoo Speedway Track Champion, Todd Harrington discusses his third track championship despite being winless this season. Then, Steve Needles talks about his big win Saturday night at Berlin Raceway.

This week, hear from Coldwater native, Logan Easterday a few weeks removed from his first Sprint Car win and days removed from his first GLSS Fast Qualifier Award. Plus, Scottie Lamp II breaks down his run to victory at Birch Run Speedway.

Tonight, we talk with Pinellas Park, Florida driver Cody Stickler after his over $10K win Sunday in the Hot Shoe 100. Plus, Michigan native and World of Outlaws Late Model Announcer Rick Eshelman talks about his induction into the Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame over the weekend.

Tonight, Jeffrey Erickson, Jr talks about his big UMP Modified feature win during the 34th Annual Woodtic/5th Annual Dan Salay Memorial. Plus, Evan Shotko joins the show FROM Berlin Raceway ahead of Wednesday's huge event.

Tonight, another jam-packed program includes Leah Salay to preview the over $34k to win 34th Annual WoodTic/5th Annual Dan Salay Memorial from Merritt Speedway. Plus, Jared Horstman discusses going to victory lane Friday night for just the third time this season, and Max Frank talks about his first career sprint car win.

Tonight: Hear from a pair of first-time Summer Nationals Hell Tour Winners, Brandon Thirlby (LM @ Merritt Speedway) and Kevin Reeve (Modifieds @ Butler Motor Speedway). Plus, we talk with Great Lakes Super Sprints promoter, Barry Marlow, on the future of racing at I-96 Speedway.

A jam packed show tonight features winners from multiple disciplines, including DIRTcar UMP Modifed winner (Oakshade), Chad Bauer, Template Super Late Model Winner (Berlin), Andrew Scheid, and Kalamazoo Klash Outlaw Super Late Model Winner, Phil Bozell all join the program. Plus a new edition of Gary Did Ya Know?

Tonight, we catch up with Dustin Daggett after an impressive two weeks that included two wins and a top ten finish with the Great Lakes Super Sprints Presented by Engine Pro and ARP. Will we see him pass Danny Sams III for the points lead? Only time will tell!