Washington, D.C. is about to become the center of the motorsports world.On Episode 102 of Historic Hot Laps, we get ready for the historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix, as IndyCar prepares to race around the National Mall—and we’ll be there to cover it.But first, we recap a massive week in motorsports.We break down the NASCAR action from Richmond, including the Craftsman Truck Series and Joey Logano’s Cup Series victory. Then we follow one of the wildest stories of the weekend as Kyle Larson pulls off his own incredible version of “the double”—racing at Richmond before flying to Iowa and winning the prestigious Knoxville Nationals.IndyCar also delivered plenty of drama in the inaugural race at Markham. From a track that wasn't ready on time to Marcus Ericsson returning to Victory Lane, Will Power charging from 25th to the podium, and Alex Palou continuing his championship march, we cover all the major storylines.We also discuss the big NASCAR news surrounding Connor Zilisch's future move to the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet in 2028—and give our opinion on what that means for Corey Day and his future in the Hendrick development pipeline.Then it's time for this week's Historic Hot Laps history segment:When Racing Came to Washington.Before IndyCar makes history at the Freedom 250, we look back at the last major attempt to bring big-time motorsports to Washington, D.C.—the 2002 Grand Prix at RFK Stadium—and why it lasted only one year.Plus, Historic Hot Laps is heading to Washington, D.C. to attend the Freedom 250, and we're bringing you along for the ride.In this episode:NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at RichmondNASCAR Cup Series at RichmondJoey Logano's Richmond victoryKyle Larson's Richmond-to-Knoxville doubleLarson wins the Knoxville NationalsIndyCar at MarkhamMarcus Ericsson returns to Victory LaneThe Markham track delay and chaotic inaugural weekendConnor Zilisch announced for the No. 48 in 2028What happens next for Corey Day?Motorsports history in Washington, D.C.The 2002 Grand Prix of WashingtonFreedom 250 Grand Prix previewHistoric Hot Laps heads to WashingtonSubscribe to Historic Hot Laps for motorsports history, race recaps, interviews, and stories from across the racing world.And don't forget to support the show and save 10% with promo code HOTLAPS from our friends at Dubby Energy.

Welcome back to Historic Hot Laps! 🏁This week we're covering a packed weekend of racing that had something for just about every motorsports fan.We kick things off in Portland with the IndyCar Grand Prix of Portland, where Alex Palou continued his incredible 2026 season with another dominant victory. We break down Palou's performance, Felix Rosenqvist's strong weekend, the championship implications, and some of the other major stories coming out of Portland.Then we're heading to Iowa Speedway for a full weekend of racing.The NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series delivered an overtime thriller as Carson Kvapil went back-to-back with another victory, while Rajah Caruth and Ross Chastain battled for the podium.Then we go back to Saturday night for something a little different — USAC Silver Crown.After an 11-year absence, Silver Crown returned to Iowa Speedway, and C.J. Leary put together an impressive performance to win the Iowa 100. We talk about the race, the championship implications, and why the return of Silver Crown is such a cool piece of American racing history.And then it's time for the big one — the NASCAR Cup Series Iowa Corn 350.Ty Gibbs came through with a huge victory after a fascinating late-race strategy call, holding off teammate Christopher Bell in an intense battle to the finish. We break down Gibbs' win, Bell's frustrating second-place finish, Ryan Blaney's strong run, Denny Hamlin's charge through the field, and the championship implications coming out of Iowa.🏁 HISTORIC HOT LAPS HISTORYThis week's history segment takes us back to Iowa Speedway for: "When Iowa Was More Than NASCAR"We go all the way back to the track's beginnings and explore how Iowa became home to IndyCar, NASCAR, USAC and some of the biggest names in American racing.From Dario Franchitti and Dan Wheldon to Josef Newgarden's incredible Iowa record, Ryan Blaney's NASCAR history, and the return of USAC Silver Crown — there's a lot more to Iowa Speedway than just NASCAR.We'll take you through the timeline and look at how one 7/8-mile oval became an important part of American motorsports history.And, as always, we'll have plenty of racing discussion, opinions and Historic Hot Laps along the way.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE the show!And let us know in the comments:What was your favorite race from the weekend — Portland, O'Reilly, Silver Crown, or Cup?⚡ Sponsored by Dubby EnergyLooking for a way to stay fueled through the race weekend?Check out Dubby Energy — zero sugar, gluten free, and made without maltodextrin fillers, artificial colors or dyes, secret formulas, or hidden ingredients.Use promo code HOTLAPS at checkout for 10% OFF your order and support Historic Hot Laps at the same time!Historic Hot Laps — Motorsports history, current racing, legendary drivers, and the stories behind the sport we love.#HistoricHotLaps #IndyCar #NASCAR #USAC #IowaSpeedway #PortlandGP #TyGibbs #AlexPalou #Motorsports #Racing #RacingHistory #SilverCrown

Historic Hot Laps reaches a major milestone with Episode 100—and we're celebrating by bringing you our first-ever video podcast!Thank you to everyone who has listened, watched, shared, and supported us over the past 100 episodes. This milestone wouldn't be possible without an incredible community of motorsports fans.Joining us once again is friend of the show Joe Z as we take a deep dive into the Formula 1 season at the summer break. We go team-by-team through the grid, hand out our mid-season report cards, discuss championship contenders, surprise performers, disappointments, and make some bold predictions for the second half of the season.We also recap another exciting weekend in racing, including:IMSA's thrilling six-hour endurance battle at Road America.The World of Outlaws taking on the Pennsylvania Posse at Williams Grove Speedway.A look at the debut testing of IndyCar's next-generation IR-28 race car.Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or you're joining us for the first time, thank you for being part of the Historic Hot Laps community.🏁 Here's to the next 100 episodes!Topics CoveredFormula 1 Mid-Season ReviewTeam-by-Team Report CardsDrivers & Constructors Championship DiscussionIMSA Road America RecapWorld of Outlaws at Williams GroveIndyCar IR-28 DebutBold Predictions for the Rest of the F1 SeasonFollow Historic Hot Laps for weekly motorsports news, race recaps, interviews, and discussions covering Formula 1, IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, World of Outlaws, and the history that makes racing great.

The racing world delivered another incredible weekend, and we're breaking down all the biggest stories on Episode 99 of the Historic Hot Laps Podcast.This week we recap NASCAR's return to Indianapolis, including the Truck Series at IRP, the O'Reilly Series at IMS, and Corey Heim's career-defining victory in the Brickyard 400. We also discuss what Heim's impressive Cup performances could mean for his future with 23XI Racing.Overseas, we recap the Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix, where Lando Norris earned a much-needed victory for McLaren, while David Gravel continued his dominance at Weedsport Speedway in the World of Outlaws.In this week's news segment, we discuss Alex Bowman's announcement that he will retire from full-time NASCAR Cup Series competition following the 2027 season and what it could mean for the future of Hendrick Motorsports.Then, in this week's Historic Hot Laps History Segment, we travel back to one of the most outrageous eras in motorsports history—Group B Rally. Discover the incredible machines, fearless drivers, unbelievable fan atmosphere, and the tragic events that led to one of the fastest racing categories ever created being banned forever.🏁 In this episode:• NASCAR Weekend Recap (IRP & Indianapolis Motor Speedway)• Corey Heim's Brickyard breakthrough and 23XI Racing discussion• Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix recap• World of Outlaws at Weedsport Speedway• Alex Bowman announces his 2027 retirement• Motorsports History: The Rise and Fall of Group B RallyThank you for listening to Historic Hot Laps!Fuel your race weekends with Dubby Energy and save 10% using promo code HOTLAPS at checkout.Follow Historic Hot Laps for weekly race recaps, motorsports history, interviews with drivers and industry personalities, and coverage from across the racing world.

History takes center stage on this week's episode of the Historic Hot Laps Podcast.We begin with breaking IndyCar news as Dreyer & Reinbold Racing announces its return to full-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES competition in 2027 after acquiring a charter from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. We break down what this move means for both organizations and why it's an exciting step forward for the future of the series.Then it's time to recap an action-packed weekend in motorsports:🏁 NTT INDYCAR SERIES – Alex Palou strengthens his championship campaign with another impressive victory at Nashville Superspeedway.🏎️ Formula One – Kimi Antonelli continues his remarkable rookie title charge with a statement win at the Belgian Grand Prix while Ferrari and Red Bull keep the pressure on.🛻 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Chandler Smith puts on a dominant performance at the legendary North Wilkesboro Speedway.🏆 NASCAR Cup Series – Joey Logano reminds everyone why he's one of NASCAR's elite with a commanding victory at one of the sport's most historic venues.🌙 World of Outlaws Sprint Cars – Anthony Macri captures his second consecutive Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway in one of the most dramatic dirt races of the season.To close the show, we travel back to 1994 for this week's Historic Hot Laps History Segment, telling the incredible story of the inaugural Brickyard 400—how NASCAR's arrival at Indianapolis Motor Speedway forever changed stock car racing and created one of the sport's crown jewel events.If you love racing history, race analysis, and the biggest stories from across the motorsports world, this is an episode you won't want to miss.🎧 New episodes every week.Presented by Dubby Energy – Use promo code HOTLAPS to save 10% on your order and support the show.

The racing world delivered another unforgettable weekend, and we're breaking it all down on Episode 97 of the Historic Hot Laps Podcast.This week, we recap an action-packed NASCAR weekend as Grant Enfinger earns his first career road course victory at Lime Rock, Justin Allgaier survives a caution-filled Atlanta classic to clinch the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Regular Season Championship, and Ryan Blaney dominates the Quaker State 400, leading 171 laps before sealing the win in a dramatic overtime finish after a lengthy weather delay.We also dive into the latest NASCAR Silly Season rumors, discussing Noah Gragson's uncertain future, the evolving picture at Richard Childress Racing, potential driver movement across the Cup Series, and which organizations could be poised for major changes heading into 2027.Over on the dirt, the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series delivered one of the best races of the season at Wilmot Raceway as Sheldon Haudenschild and Garet Williamson traded slide jobs and crossovers in an unforgettable battle for the Larry Hillerud Memorial victory.For our Historic Hot Laps History Segment, we're honoring Episode 97 by looking back at the incredible career of three-time NASCAR champion Tim Flock. From helping build NASCAR during its earliest days to the unforgettable story of racing with Jocko Flocko, the monkey who once rode shotgun, we explore the life and legacy of one of stock car racing's true pioneers.Whether you're a fan of NASCAR, IndyCar, sprint cars, or motorsports history, there's something for every racing fan in this week's episode.🏁 Follow Historic Hot Laps for weekly race recaps, motorsports history, interviews, and the biggest stories from across the racing world.⚡ This episode is proudly sponsored by Dubby Energy! Get 10% OFF your order with promo code HOTLAPS at checkout. Thanks for supporting the partners that help make Historic Hot Laps possible!

One of the biggest weeks of the motorsports season is here, and we're breaking down everything you need to know.This week on Historic Hot Laps, we recap an incredible weekend across Formula 1, IndyCar, and NASCAR before diving into one of the biggest IndyCar Silly Season stories in years.We discuss Charles Leclerc's return to Victory Lane at the British Grand Prix, Arrow McLaren's historic 1-2 finish at Mid-Ohio with Pato O'Ward and Christian Lundgaard, and NASCAR's long-awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, where Brandon Jones claimed the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series victory before Chase Briscoe led a dominant Joe Gibbs Racing sweep in the NASCAR Cup Series.We also break down the latest IndyCar driver market news, including Scott Dixon's move away from Chip Ganassi Racing, Arrow McLaren's officially announced 2027 lineup, and the speculation surrounding the remaining seats as the future of the series begins to take shape.Then, we shift gears for one of our favorite History Segments yet.John Fitch was far more than a successful racing driver. A World War II fighter pilot, Le Mans winner, endurance racing pioneer, and automotive safety innovator, his work transformed both motorsports and everyday driving. From the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR to the creation of the Fitch Barrier, his legacy continues to save lives around the world.In Episode 96:• Formula 1 British Grand Prix recap• Charles Leclerc returns to Victory Lane• IndyCar Mid-Ohio recap• Arrow McLaren's first-ever 1-2 finish• Scott Dixon's blockbuster team change• IndyCar 2027 Silly Season analysis• NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway• O'Reilly Auto Parts Series & Cup Series recaps• Chase Briscoe earns his first win of 2026• Motorsport History: The remarkable life of John FitchIf you love Formula 1, IndyCar, NASCAR, endurance racing, and the incredible stories that shaped motorsport history, Historic Hot Laps delivers race analysis, historical deep dives, and weekly motorsports discussion every episode.Be sure to follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share the podcast with your fellow racing fans. Every download helps us continue bringing the stories of motorsport's past and present to life.#HistoricHotLaps #Formula1 #IndyCar #NASCAR #MotorsportHistory

One of the greatest weekends of racing this season deserves one of our biggest episodes yet.This week on Historic Hot Laps, we travel across the motorsports world, breaking down everything from Formula 1 in Austria to NASCAR's road course showdown at Sonoma, the six-hour endurance battle at Watkins Glen, the historic Hoosier Hundred, and an action-packed weekend of sprint car racing.🏁 This week's episode includes:• Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix recap and championship storylines• NASCAR Cup, O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, and Craftsman Truck Series at Sonoma Raceway• IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – Sahlen's Six Hours of The Glen• USAC Silver Crown – 69th Hoosier Hundred at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park• World of Outlaws Sprint Cars at Cedar Lake Speedway• High Limit Racing at Big Sky SpeedwayThis week's feature dives into the remarkable life and career of Red Farmer—a NASCAR Hall of Famer, member of the legendary Alabama Gang, short-track icon, and one of the most respected racers to ever climb behind the wheel. We explore his incredible career, his influence on generations of drivers, and why so many in the racing world simply call him "the racer's racer."Whether you're a fan of NASCAR, Formula 1, IndyCar, IMSA, sprint cars, or the rich history of motorsports, Episode 95 has something for every racing fan.If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share the episode with another motorsports fan. Your support helps Historic Hot Laps continue bringing the stories, history, and personalities that make racing one of the greatest sports in the world.🎙️ New episodes every week.#HistoricHotLaps #NASCAR #Formula1 #IMSA #USAC #WorldOfOutlaws #HighLimitRacing #RedFarmer #Motorsports #RacingHistory

One of the biggest weekends of the motorsports season is in the books, and we're breaking down all of it on Episode 94 of Historic Hot Laps.NASCAR made history with its first-ever race weekend at Naval Base Coronado, bringing all three national series to one of the most unique venues the sport has ever seen. We recap the biggest moments from the Truck Series, O'Reilly Series, and Cup Series races, including Corey Heim's breakthrough Cup victory and the post-race confrontation between Noah Gragson and Kevin Magnussen.Then we head to Road America, where Christian Lundgaard delivered one of the most impressive comeback drives of the IndyCar season. We also cover the INDY NXT doubleheader, championship implications, and the dramatic post-race disqualifications that reshaped the weekend.Plus:🏁 Felix Rosenqvist officially announces his departure from Meyer Shank Racing after winning the 2026 Indianapolis 500. We discuss where the IndyCar star could land in 2027.🏁 The World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series battles for massive six-figure paydays at Huset's Speedway.🏁 Formula One adjusts its future power-unit regulations, shifting the balance back toward traditional engine power.And in this week's History Corner, we take a deep dive into the remarkable life and career of Carlos "Lole" Reutemann. From a farm in Argentina to Formula One victories with Brabham, Ferrari, Lotus, and Williams, and a heartbreaking championship battle decided by a single point, we explore the legacy of one of the greatest drivers to never win a Formula One World Championship.Follow Historic Hot Laps for weekly motorsports news, race recaps, interviews, and stories from racing history.#HistoricHotLaps #NASCAR #IndyCar #Formula1 #WorldOfOutlaws #RoadAmerica #Coronado #CarlosReutemann #FelixRosenqvist #MotorsportsPodcast

Episode 93 of Historic Hot Laps is packed with stories from across the motorsports world, both past and present.We begin the show by remembering Dennis Reinbold and reflecting on the impact he had on IndyCar racing, the Indianapolis 500, and generations of racers who benefited from his passion for the sport.From there, we recap one of the biggest weekends in racing, including:🏁 The 24 Hours of Le Mans and Toyota's return to the top of endurance racing🏁 Formula One from Barcelona, where Lewis Hamilton earned his first victory as a Ferrari driver🏁 NASCAR's trip to Pocono Raceway, including Denny Hamlin's continued dominance at the Tricky Triangle and a look at the evolving playoff picture🏁 The latest action from High Limit Racing and the World of Outlaws Sprint Car SeriesIn this week's Historic Hot Laps Driver Profile, we take an in-depth look at the life and career of Stan Fox. From his legendary success in midget racing to his Indianapolis 500 appearances and his inspiring comeback after one of the most frightening crashes in Indy history, Stan Fox's story remains one of the most remarkable in American motorsports.Thank you for listening to Historic Hot Laps. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with a fellow racing fan.#HistoricHotLaps #Motorsports #IndyCar #NASCAR #Formula1 #LeMans24 #SprintCars #WorldOfOutlaws #HighLimitRacing #Indianapolis500 #StanFox