Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing
We share the stories and inspiration that will help get more people behind the wheel and on the track. Track days, HPDE, SCCA, NASA, ChampCar, LeMons, and autocrossing - we interview drivers and industry insiders that will help drivers along their motorsports journey. The name, Late To Grid? In the past the host, Bill Snow, was always late to the track, late to get the car ready, and hence - Late To Grid. His goal with the podcast is to grow the sport and highlight the tools and resources that will help you get to the track and faster behind the wheel.
Episodes
Luke Ryker from Track Heroes joins us to share his inspiring story of using high-performance driving to help veterans and first responders overcome PTSD. Discover the science behind this unique program, how it works, and the incredible impact it's having on the lives of those who've served. Learn about the different stages of the program, their partnerships with organizations like BMW Performance Center, and...
Get the inside scoop on SEMA 2024! We hit the show floor and talked to top industry players: Hawk Performance, Hoosier Tire, NRG Innovations, and Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI). Learn about their latest products, tips for track success, and how their innovations can elevate your racing game. From brake pads to tires, seats to heat shielding, this episode is packed with insights for every racer.
There's never an "off se...
Bill Snow welcomes Eric Baun, a sales rep and avid racer, to the Late to Grid podcast. Listen as Eric shares his motorsports journey from his first track day in a Volkswagen to his current passion for karting and endurance racing, including his surprising start in wheel-to-wheel racing, his experience managing multiple sclerosis, and his goal of reaching the next level in motorsport.
Get Eric's advice on how to ge...
Bill Snow welcomes Adrian Willoughby, a Mini Cooper parts expert and avid racer, to the Late to Grid podcast. Listen as Adrian shares his motorsports journey from dirt tracks to endurance racing, including his first track day, his surprising start in wheel-to-wheel racing, and the importance of safety and community in the sport.
Get Adrian's advice on how to get started in racing, the resources he uses to improve ...
Join Bill Snow on Late To Grid as he chats with Jasper Drengler, a passionate racer who's taken on everything from dirt ovals to the Nurburgring! Get ready for a wild ride as Jasper shares his incredible journey of racing in all 50 states, the thrill of his first race win, and his upcoming challenge: the Baja 1000!
Key Takeaways:
- Find your passion: Jasper's story shows how a love of cars can lead to an ama...
Join Bill Snow on Late To Grid for a tire talk with a twist! Johnny Miller and Johnny V Miller, father and son, from Track Day Tire.com, reveal the secrets of the brand new Hoosier Track Attack tire. Get insider tips on this game-changing tire, learn about its unique features, and hear about the incredible testing experience that had them raving!
Key Takeaways:
- The Hoosier Track Attack Tire: This is no ordinary stre...
Join Bill Snow as he chats with Travis and Kat, the organizers of the legendary 944 Fest, happening this Labor Day weekend at Nelson Ledges!
Get ready for an inside look at this iconic event, including:
A blast from the past: The story of the very first 944 turbo!
The 944 Fest magic: How this event brings together a passionate Porsche community.
Food, fun, and festivities: From the epic Saturday n...
This month, Bill encourages listeners to take a hard look at their "room" - their circle of influence, the people who shape their lives and their motorsports journey. Are those around you pushing you toward your goals or holding you back? Bill shares insightful advice on the importance of surrounding yourself with positive, supportive individuals.
Key Takeaways:
- The power of influence: Who we surround o...
Join Bill Snow on Late to Grid as he chats with John Troche, a 79-year-old autocrosser with a lifetime of motorsports experience. John shares his incredible journey, from owning a Cobra at 22 to conquering the autocross scene. Get ready for inspiring stories and valuable advice!
Key Takeaways:
- The thrill of owning a Cobra at 22: John's passion for cars started young, and his story of finding a classic Cobra is tr...
Buckle up, gearheads! This week's solo episode of Late to Grid is a personal one, as host Bill takes you on a nostalgic journey through his own motorsports adventures. From early days at the Indy 500 to his current role as founder of Atomic Autosports, Bill shares stories of karting, endurance racing, and the creation of Rad Air Racing, a successful team built around the iconic Dodge Neon.
Get ready for ...
This month's challenge from host Bill Snow is to not get more done, but having less to do. When we say no to something we are actually saying yes to something else.
Where can you delegate in your life? What can you say no to?
Save on endurance and track day race tires!
Use code: SnowVIP at TrackDayTire.com to get you a buy three get one free deal on the Continental Extreme Contact Force (T...
This week on Late to Grid, Bill welcomes Taylor Allen to the Atomic Autosports studio for a chat about his motorsports journey, which has taken him from a surprising first track day experience in a Buick Regal to driving vintage Indy cars.
Taylor shares his early days of autocrossing and time trials, his hilarious “Taylor Allen” decals on his friends’ cars, and the story behind his Corvette crash at Gingerman. He talks...
Get ready to unlock the secrets of racing data! Join us as Bill Stevens, a seasoned racer and Race Keeper guru from BNS Racing Services, takes us on a thrilling ride through the world of data acquisition.
Race Faster with Data: Unlock the Secrets of Race Keeper with Expert Bill Stevens
🏎️ Think data is just for engineers? Think again! In this episode of Late Grid, Bill Stevens, a racing veteran and Race Keeper guru, re...
Dan Dennehy is back for his third visit on the podcast to talk about time trials and the upcoming time trial experience at Pittsburgh International Race Complex.
Learn more about the TT Experience School: May 31 & June 2 TT Experience School
Dan's previous episodes:
You down with OPTT?
SCCA Enduro Recap
Dan's five tips for a better Time Trial:
- Prep
- Tire Pressures
- The L...
Joey Pollak and Derek Mortland, who both instruct with NASA Great Lakes and AutoInterests, join Bill to talk about their motorsports journeys and how drivers can get on track with NASA and NASA's HPDE progression program.
Learn more...
NASA Great Lakes
Drive NASA (National Website)
Email Joey
Email Derek
Save on race tires!
Use code: AtomicVIP at TrackDayTire.com to get speci...
The May Challenge is focused on what you need. Where do you need to improve? Make a list and start working on it. The goal is to be better tomorrow than you were today.
Racing with Rad Air. Want to get on track in wheel to wheel racing with ChampCar? Checkout the listings on Seat4Sale.
Want to live Life In The Fast Lane? Connect with Bill Snow to learn more about franchise opportunities with Ra...
Let's keep the momentum rolling!!
Here’s the Late To Grid April Challenge:
- Continue to live a healthy lifestyle, but turn it up
- Read one book
- Prepare for your events - Inventory concept
- Connect with people - Networking
- Finish your projects
Saevar Thordarson joins the Late To Grind to talk about his coffee ownership journey.
Learn more about Heritage Coffee:
Heritage Coffee Website
Heritage Coffee Instagram
Heritage Coffee Facebook
Connect with Saevar:
Saevar on Instagram
Saevar on LinkedIn
The first ten (10) people that stop by Atomic Autosports in Wickliffe, Ohio and say that they listened to the Late To...
If you live in Cleveland, Ohio you know Mark Nolan. He's been on air for 35 years and always has a smile. Plus, he's a car guy who is going racing.
He just sold his Tex Powell build Oldsmobile GT car so that he could focus on getting more seat team, work towards his SCCA competition license, and go racing.
Mark talks about balancing everything in life and making decisions to support that....
How did you February go for you? Are you in a better place than you were on February 1st?
Let's keep the momentum rolling!!
Here’s the Late To Grid March Challenge:
- Live a healthy lifestyle
- Connect with three friends
- Register for your events
- Step outside your comfort zone
- Set (or revisit) your goals
Are you up for the challenge? I know you can do it!
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