Building Drivers: How Time, Tools & Family Shape Track Performance

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In this episode of Late to Grid, we sit down with Mike—driver, mentor, and seasoned wrench turner—to explore how seat time, smart preparation, and family support all come together to shape a successful race weekend.

Mike shares how his years on track and in the garage have sharpened his approach to racing, teaching him what really matters: learning every time you go out. From talking through pre-race checklists to tracking tire pressures, Mike’s insight is practical, relatable, and perfect for anyone looking to level up their motorsports journey—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned HPDE driver.

We also dive into how building a car with his son added a whole new layer to the racing experience, creating memories that go beyond lap times.

This episode is packed with tips, stories, and the kind of garage wisdom you can only get from living it.

Whether you're wrenching, racing, or raising the next driver—this one’s for you.

Race season is here. If you need to catch up on setup, or have something that needs repaired, you need to be Atomic prepped.  Get to  https://atomicautosports.com/ to get your car ready to get out there next weekend. 

If you're chasing lap times, you need a track ready setup for your car.  Get to AtomicAutosports.com to get your car scheduled to get you on the podium. 

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Thanks for listening and taking an interest in growing grassroots racing. The Late To Grid podcast shares the stories and inspiration that help listeners along their motorsports journey.

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