What’s it like racing at Daytona International Speedway with 120+ cars on track and 14 hours ahead of you? In this episode of Late to Grid, host Bill takes you behind the scenes of one of grassroots motorsports' biggest bucket list events — the ChampCar Endurance Series race at Daytona International Speedway.
Bill follows the RadAir Racing team through the tech line, on pit lane, and post-stint in the garage. You’ll hear first-hand reactions from drivers seeing Daytona’s iconic high banks for the first time, crew members who sacrificed late nights and long drives to make the race happen, and insights into how simulation training, teamwork, and passion make all the difference in endurance racing.
Whether you’re just getting into HPDE, dreaming of your own racing career, or a seasoned autocross or track day veteran, this episode captures the raw emotions, challenges, and victories of real-world amateur racers chasing their motorsports dreams.
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⚙️ Featuring grassroots racers from across the country, this episode is part race recap, part inspiration, and all heart.
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