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July 31, 2024 41 mins

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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 a mix of laughs, wisdom, and inspiring anecdotes as Bill reveals the lessons learned through years of wrenching, racing, and building a business in the fast-paced world of motorsports.

In this episode, you'll:

- Hear about Bill's early exposure to motorsports and his first experiences with the IndyCar series.

- Discover how a chance encounter at the Nelson Ledges 24-hour race led to a passion for endurance racing and a life-changing connection.

- Learn about the challenges and triumphs of building a successful race team and the importance of community and support.

- Get tips on conquering the dreaded "late to grid" syndrome and how to make the most of your time on track.

Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just starting out, Bill's insights on finding joy, maximizing opportunities, and the importance of community will resonate.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to get to know the man behind the mic and gain valuable knowledge from his fascinating journey!
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Atomic Autosports is a race prep shop in Ohio.

From prepping your autocross, HPDE, or race car to being the host of the Late To Grid podcast, we're here to help grow and support grassroots racing.

Subscribe to our channel:  @AtomicAutosportsLLC  
Atomic Autosports Website: https://atomicautosports.com/ 

Tired of funding your own racing?  Learn how to secure sponsorships with Atomic Sponsorships.  Join the waitlist and be the first to get the discounted sponsorship program.  This proven and successful process will not only help you identify real sponsors, but also build relationships with people that will help you pay to race.  Visit AtomicSponsorships.com to join the waitlist.

If a podium is your goal in 2025 you need to head over to see the Atomic Autosports team.  From custom track alignments and corner balancing to fabrication work and everything in between - Atomic Autosports gets your car ready for the track.  Visit Atomic Autosports.com to learn more.

From simple tire swaps and brake upgrades to corner balancing and dialed in alignments, Atomic Autosports gets your car ready for the track.  Whether you are an autocrossers, time trial, road racer, or track day junkie - the team at Atomic Autosports can tailor their services to your budget and your needs.   Visit AtomicAutosports.com to learn more.

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.

Find all episodes on the Atomic Autosports website.

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