The JP Emerson Show

A regular at the track by the age of 5, Kayleigh Beakley quickly progressed to junior dragsters by 11 to stock eliminator and today competes regularly in super comp as she continues her rise toward her ultimate goal, piloting her 11,000 horsepower Top Fuel Dragster.    Connect with Kayleigh:  https://www.instagram.com/kayleighbeakleyracing/    https://www.facebook.com/kayleighh...

Longtime friend of the show, an all-around good guy is the public relations manager of Carlisle Events where is jack of all trades skills truly shine.   Outside of his day job, you can hear his silky vocal pipes over the air, voicing radio and television commercials, calling play by play of local sports, event specific content, recording of onsite public address announcements and assisti...

Amidst her well-known ATYL Media, a platform that has become a home for fans and content creators alike, Taylor Kitchen creates dynamic and engaging content across various motorsport disciplines who share a common love for the sport’s rich history and its exciting future. Above The Yellow Line has become a growing and well-respected go-to resource for many, as we get to know its founder and host w...

Great machines require superior products and in the racing world, few measure up to Red Line Oil and its engaging Brand Director Mark Beatty. From his childhood obsession to time behind the wheel himself, Mark learned the lesson of building relationships in the industry, Today, he utilizes his skills across every racing platform blending the biggest names in motorsports with tomorrow's rising star...

Vernon Estes has his mother to thank for Shelby passion. From those early days encouraging him to read to ultimately becoming one of the preeminent experts of Shelby American automobiles and memorabilia, he has become one of the most respected and knowledgeable collectors in the industry.   Connect with Vernon: www.vernonestesclassics.com https://www.facebook.com/vernon.estes.7 Connect with R...

Thirteen-year-old championship winning, half scale Outlaw Junior Dragster racer Abigail Cole has come a long way from sitting in Tony Schumacker’s “shaky car”. Today, her racing prowess is a wide as her interests all the while putting her competition on notice that this girl means business!   Connect with Abigail here: info@629racing.com https://www.facebook.com/Abigail629Racing https://...

Her passion started when she began karting at age 8 before transitioning to car racing in 2017. Along the way she's gained international recognition while continuing her steep progression into the world of racing becoming the First Female to Race in Porsche Carrera Cup North America, adding a 1st Place NLS 8 Nürburgring Cup 5 Class Win after claiming the title of the only American to qualify for W...

All the Way from the North Pole, he is almost ready for his big night! Discover what makes Santa’s sleigh fly, how fast it goes, Santa’s favorite cookies, how you get on and stay on the nice list and answers to questions every child has!   Track Santa here:  https://www.noradsanta.org/en/    Twitter @NoradSanta  https://www.facebook.com/noradsanta   Connect with Red L...

Destined to drive a Top Fuel dragster at the highest level, Shawn’s career began not on the track, but on the water scoring back-to-back world championships as a drag boat racer in 2007-08 and again in 2010, 2012-13 and 2017-18 where he also dominated the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Series winning championships from 2010-2018, never finishing lower than second place. Today he is a constant threat running...

Taylor Ferns is a professional racer, team owner, founding member of women in motorsports, contributing writer to SPEED SPORT, cohost of the ON THE DRIVE podcast, Hoosier tire, Skip Barber Racing school and Car IQ ambassador, a mentor to the next generation of racers, Founder of THE SAFETY BANK her foundation to provide safety gear to racers in need, and recently received her law degree.  Con...

If your blood runs Ford Blue you have undoubtedly seen his work or posts across every major platform. He’s a Ford Blue oval enthusiast, a VP of Marketing, an SEMA 35 under 35 recipient, and a Friends of Ford Member.   Connect with Stewart here: https://www.pryntdigital.com https://www.facebook.com/BigStew92 https://www.instagram.com/the_xcalibur/ https://www.youtube.com/@Thexcalibur Connect w...

In a crowded room where automotive dreams come true, George Boswell may be living the most unbelievable of life’s road trips. From his early days of living in his van, to worldwide notoriety on a national reality show, “Chicken George isn’t just living his dream… He’s helping make them come true for others as possibly the world’s most recognized bidder’s assistants at Mecum Auctions.   Connec...

Whether it’s cruising the streets of Charleston’s Battery Park or winding out her blown Fox Body Mustang down the tracks of Michigan, Lauren Stoney credits her family for her love of Fords, her dad for her competitive edge, and her love of good southern cooking on being raised in the south.   Connect with Lauren here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1188406178 Instagram: htt...

From classic Fords to Fox bodies, Mark Houlahan is no stranger to Ford Motor Company and fun! A 2023 inductee into the Mustang Owners Museum's Hall of Fame, this nearly 30-year veteran of the heyday of print media shows no signs of ever slowing down. If you bleed blue oval, Mark Houlahan is the person you want in your corner.   Connect with Mark here: https://www.face...

This wise beyond years twenty-year-old California girl knows a thing or two about patience, perseverance, and earning her place. Discover what makes Maddi unique, her family so close, a sense of humor faster than a trip down the track, and why her disdain for shopping may not apply to burritos, Chapstick, and lotion.   Connect with Maddison here: https://www.facebook.com/maddigordon.racin htt...

Kasia Jones is a self-described dreamer and a great example of YOU NEVER STOP LEARNING AND GROWING. Relatively new to the hobby at just 8 years, she has already made a name for herself with her custom car work and fabrication. With a list of accolades including HotRod honors at SEMA for her custom Studebaker, her followers anxiously await her next great build. Connect with Kasia here: Facebook Pag...

19-year-old Mini Tyrrell has won at every stop along his career in motorsports, along the way he has won the respect of many in the industry in his short years by raising to date, almost $700,000 for childhood cancer awareness and quality of life programs. Connect with Mini Here: https://minityrrell.com https://www.facebook.com/MiniTyrrell https://x.com/MiniTyrrell https://www.instagram.com/minity...

Riley Trask may not have literally cut her teeth on a fuel line, but you’d be hard pressed to find an automotive task she cannot or isn’t learning to do. From Bleeding brakes, changing tires, installing suspensions, brake conversions, pulling and rebuilding engines to tuning and rebuilding carburetors she’s head of the class.   Connect with Riley here: https://linktr.ee/rileysrebuilds https:/...

We catch up with Ida Zetterström, 2023 European Top Fuel Champion, record holder, super street bike champion, and all-around gearhead who loves anything and everything that goes fast on the cusp of her U.S. NHRA debut and her lifelong journey to be her very best.   Connect with Ida here: https://www.idazetterstrom.com https://www.facebook.com/ZetterstromIda Twitter: @ida_z...

Cody Krohn is a 20-year-old NHRA Top Fuel driver with over 12 years drag racing experience who currently claims the title of NHRA’s youngest Top Fuel Pilot. With years of experience under his fire suit, he looks to finish his rookie campaign strong.   Connect with Cody here: Facebook: Cody Krohn Racing  Web: https://www.codykrohnracing.com/ Twitter: @CodyKrohnRacing Instagram: @CodyKrohn...

She’s Back and busier than ever! Angell Sampey is a 3 Time NHRA Pro stock motorcycle World Champion, ambassador for Mission Foods and their #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge program and now running Top Alcohol Dragster as one of only three women in the sport to win more than one championship in their respective divisions. In August 2023, she made the transition into  Top Alcohol Dragster , joi...

Erica Enders is one of the most decorated drag racers of all time. A Six-time NHRA Pro Stock world champion and the winningest woman in professional motorsports. She’s fast, fierce, intense, and focused. Look a little further however just beyond the win lights you’ll find a woman loyal to a fault, committed to family and friends, kind, fun and thankful every day.   Connect with Erica: https:/...

Tony Schumacher is an 8-time NHRA top fuel champion, a world record breaker and will be inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America’s class of 2025. Known as much for his on-track intensity as his haircut, he’s back in the seat this year with JCM racing and ready to bring home another Wally.   Connect with Tony Here: linktr.ee/jcmracing https://www.facebook.com/TonySchumacherTF @The...

Following the announcement of a SCAG Power Equipment multicar factory team, SCAG Wilkerson Racing, Dan Wilkerson has recently taken over the driving duties for the NHRA Ford Mustang Funny Car from his father, veteran driver and tuner, Tim Wilkerson. After spending the past two years as crew chief for the Bond-coat team of Chad Green, he is now firmly planted in the driver’s seat where he just days...

Carrie Willhoff isn’t only a formidable racer and one of the fiercest competitors in The OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational, she’s also the Owner and CEO at Racechick , a premier manufacturer of women's race gear and racetrack ready apparel for women racers of all ages. Discover how it all began, the real story behind her frequent trips to the track as a young girl, and how Racechic...