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Join Tim and Dan in what we will call the preview of IndyCar Grand Prix of Alabama preview but we have a lot of news and notes on NASCAR and F1.  NASCAR - going back two weeks to talk about Bristol’s dirt race and the need for such an event on a major holiday. A lot of news on F1’s visit to Imola including who has the better package. Is it Ferrari or Red Bull? And how about K-Mag in the Haas? The...

Tim and Dan break down the action at the Acura IndyCar Grand Prix of Long Beach. Penske continues their run with 3 of 3 wins on the season. A strong start to the season no doubt aided by a resurgent Chevy engine. Andretti needed a strong showing in Long Beach to reset the season. If Andretti needed a reset than that goes double for Alexander Rossi who has had success at Long Beach. Was it to be? W...

It’s time to preview Long Beach. But before that Dan and Tim cover some news and notes for F1 and NASCAR. F1 continues to impress with the new regulations. Drivers have figured out a useful solution to DRS and how to manipulate the detection zones. Is this a problem? Nope. And who said manipulate? Mercedes will get it together but will Haas have enough resources to develop this season? NASCAR is g...

Tim and Dan discuss the racing action from Texas Motor Speedway. In it they talk about how Chevy looks to be the dominant engine this season so far. Also, what continues to ail Rahal in qualifying and why didn’t Santino Ferrucci get the ride at Rahal? A rundown of each driver’s result and finally Devlin Defrancesco’s proximity to not one, not two but three crashes. Can’t go without talking F1 and...

Join Tim and Dan as they discuss current news and notes in the world of motorsport starting with IndyCar announcing a one year delay in their new hybrid engine package. What does that mean for a new chassis? Of course you’ll want to hear their projected race and pole winners and other stories they’re watching for the Xpel 375;  It wouldn’t be Turn Four without stories from IMSA and Formula 1 and D...

Join Tim and Dan as they give us a team by team review of the 2022 St Pete Grand Prix. Congrats to Scott McLaughlin and Team Penske on taking the first win of the season. Ganassi Team got sorted out for a terrific finish with Alex Palou after looking unsorted most of the weekend. Are we in for a Herta and Grosjean battle for team lead status at Andretti Autosport. All this and more including an up...

Tim and Dan give predictions for the upcoming season. Who will win Pole for Indy 500 and who will take the overall win? What about this year’s rookie of the year standings? And Who will be crowned champion for 2022? All of this and more including news and notes in IndyCar, F1, NASCAR and IMSA.   Get an invite to our fantasy league! Email us at: turnfourpod@gmail.com Become a PATREON Support: https...

Max Papis is still the passionate racer he’s always been since the day he became Mad Max Papis. He is also a tremendous example of the American Dream - Coming from a village with 600 people to the pinnacle of IndyCar racing in a time when the series was flush with sponsorship dollars and major manufactures. You will see Max’s raw passion and introspection in this packed interview where we discuss...

Join Tim and Dan as they discuss incoming V8’s to the IMSA series in 2023 and 2024; Their trip to the Rolex 24. Observations of the track and differences between Daytona International Speedway and Indianapolis Motor Speedway; And what it’s like to watch 61 cars competing in their respective classes on one race track. They also give a breakdown of the class winners. And of course, IndyCar news and...

Join Tim and Dan as they talk some IndyCar news and notes but prepare to visit the Rolex 24. Why all the IMSA talk? Listen and find out. Also, Is Kimoa's sponsorship of Devlin DeFrancesco a sign of something more to come? JPM returns for an Indy 500 attempt at Arrow McLaren. Conor Daly lands a full time ride with Ed Carpenter while it looks less likely that Ryan Hunter Reay will be in an IndyCar i...

Join Tim and me as we discuss our time off and all that we did during the break. New show - new content! I kid I'm a kidder - We also discuss the way too soon silly season bomb of Alexander Rossi's future. Is there really a move to a Big 5 teams from the former Big 3? Tim is surprised at who has the best average finish in 2021 of the new Big 5. Are you? Finally, crash bills have come due in Formul...

Join Tim and Dan as they discuss a round up of news and notes across the racing world. In this episode we discuss IndyCar including a celebration of Al Unser. F1 and the continuing hangover that was the championship deciding race. IMSA news and the fact that Tim has (kinda) committed to being at the 24 hours of Daytona. NASCAR and the cleverly named Next Gen car + favorite liveries from the past (...

This year's final race to decide the 2021 F1 World Championship didn't disappoint. And of course it had a healthy dose of controversy but not for the reasons you may have expected. First we take a step back to discuss Saudi Arabia Grand Prix then on to Abu Dhabi.  Tim dislikes the red flag rule in Formula 1 - so do most others. Did Lewis gain an advantage by straight lining turn 6 when Max attempt...

Renowned broadcaster Bob Varsha visits Turn Four to discuss his career, IndyCar insights, F1 observations and experience both at the track and in the studio. Bob shares with us his most memorable broadcasts and speaks of his booth partners. If you like IndyCar, Sports Cars, Extreme E and Formula 1 you will like this show. Follow us on Twitter at: TurnFourPodcas1 or our YouTube channel at: https://...

Join Tim and Dan as they discuss a round up of news and notes from around the world of motorsports. Included in this episode is Andretti's full complement of IndyCar drivers and perhaps a new addition to the Andretti Formula E team. US Air Force pulling out of IndyCar and Formula E drivers lining up tests in IndyCar. Dan asks, Why are Red Bull and Mercedes such petulant children? And who is on dec...

Join Tim and Dan as they spend some time speaking with James Hinchcliffe about a number of topics ranging from his 2015 Indy practice crash to his tremendous rebound to pole in 2016. James also gives us a perspective on driving at Indy, chassis development and how team setup philosophies make it on track.  Be sure to rate the show on Apple Podcasts and engage with us on Twitter at @Turnfourpodcas1...

Join Tim and Dan as they discuss Andretti possibly taking ownership of Sauber/Alfa Romeo and adding Colton Herta as his driver to pair with Bottas. Also, they discuss the test at Barber and other series news and notes.  Engage with us on our Twitter at @turnfourpodcas1 on our website at turn4podcast.com or our YouTube channel at:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0KqoM_k5JAOjdJs1LMD9cg

Tim and Dan discuss the season championship. From the surprise start to Alex Palou's tenure as a Ganassi driver culminating in a championship. Who outperformed Dan's first impression? How is it that Rahal finished 7th and Colton Herta had an up and down season. Engage with us on social media at: @turnfourpodcas1 on Twitter or on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0KqoM_k5JAO...

In this episode we discuss the final round of the 2021 season. Colton Herta pulls off another great drive to victory; A championship contender is punted after an ill advised pass attempt in a place nobody passes. This leaves one remaining championship chaser. And while Dan doesn't believe morning warm up doesn't mean anything, this week provided some action. No F bomb was used in discussing the mo...

Join Tim and Dan for a breakdown of the action at the Grand Prix of Monterey at Laguna Seca.  Herta dominates but the real story is the Grosjean freight train that at one point took flight in the famed corkscrew.  The season championship scenarios narrow as Newgarden has another off weekend and O'Ward hangs tough.  Finally, is this a changing of the guard? Has father time caught up with some of th...

When IndyCar announced a return to Portland we expected great things from this track. And great things happened. Portland delivered a strong performance especially for the key championship contenders.  Dan and Tim discuss who is and who isn't in the frame for the championship. Along with a review of each team and their performance, they discuss Penske possibly parking the 22 car should Simon Pagen...

A solo effort by Dan to discuss the results of the IndyCar Bommarito Automotive Group 500  at Worldwide Technology Raceway. Big impact to championship with a shake up at the top  and a resurgent Team Penske led by Josef Newgarden.

Listen as Tim and I break down the action at IndyCar's second trip to the Road Course at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A lot of action along with a long awaited win for Will Power as he looks to help turn around the fortunes of Team Penske. 

Join Tim and I as we discuss the inaugural Music City Grand Prix in Nashville. The race was heavily marred by yellow flags and unfortunate moves by seasoned veterans. We also take an opportunity to speak to some additional silly season considerations and Tim's hat! Have a listen. Don't forget to leave us a review. You can reach us on Twitter at: TurnFourPodcas1 or via email at turnfourpod@gmail.co...

Tim and Dan offer their predictions on who lands where when the music stops.  These predictions sure to go wrong somewhere will leave you stunned as Tim predicts a surprise retirement. Also, stick around for our take on the latest news surrounding the video game announcement, a possible third engine manufacturer and the series' desire to add more ovals. Visit us at: turn4podcast.com to meet your h...