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Horsepower Happenings is the Great Lakes' Short Track Racing Authority. Former racers and current industry professionals, Zach Hiser and Rich Frantz lead the way in coverage of short track racing in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and the rest of the Midwest. Horsepower Happenings is the #1 Provider for Michigan Dirt Late Model and Sprint Car Coverage. Stay informed on some of the region's biggest events with Race Day Previews, Event Updates, and more on Facebook and Twitter. Begin each week with the latest news from the weekend during the Horsepower Happenings Podcast; new episodes every Monday at 9:00 pm ET.
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On this episode of the #HPHPodcast, is the "Jackson Assassin" back? Rusty Schlenk talks about returning to Michigan. Then, hear from Zane DeVault as he talks about his new ride with fellow driver, Max Stambaugh. Finally, celebrate history month with Class of 2025 Hall of Famer, Dennis Stickland!
Tonight on a new Horsepower Happenings Podcast, we hear from CRA: regular Jimmy Tucker, plus Class of 2000 Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame inductee, Jeff Bloom. Then, Oliver Hilliard talks about his racing down in Florida.
This week, hear from Kulwicki Driver Development Program semi-finalist, Keegan Sobilo, as he prepares to go all in on the 2026 season. Plus, Bryce Bozell talks about his 2025 championship and what's ahead in 2026.
Hear from Open Wheel extraordinaire, Davy Hamilton, Jr, fresh off a win at New Smyrna Speedway. Then, test your racing knowledge with the Gary Did Ya Know quiz. Finally, Kelsey Ivy Mange is preparing for her final full-time season of racing.
Ryan Sutter of Montpelier Speedway (by The Milkman) is on the preview his season, including chatting about the Great Lakes Super Sprints and Northern Allstars Late Model Dirt Series. Then, Max Stambaugh returns with the MadMax Moment Presented by Williams Sealcoating & Paving, chatting with World of Outlaws Rookie, Kasey Jedrzejek.
A brand new season of the Horsepower Happenings Podcast starts with a banger! Berlin Raceway's Jeff Striegle, and Owosso Speedway's Rex Wheeler are on to talk about their combined efforts for the Michigan Modified Series. Then, hear from Jonathan Eckelberg as he breaks down the High School Racing Association!
Williams Motorsports owner, Danny Williams is on to drop a bombshell driver announcement. Then, Zeke McKenzie talks January racing in Florida, including a big win from the weekend.
Darin Naida talks to the boys about his historic run in Tulsa at the Chili Bowl, then Linda Bloom talks about the history of the MARC Times Racing News, Larry Curtiss chats about I-96 Speedway, AND Gary Lindahl tests your racing knowledge with Did Ya Know.
Craig Mintz joins Max Stambaugh on the MadMax Moment to talk about Sprint Car Racing and the addition of Graham Huffman to the Mintz Motorsports driver roster.
Jared Owen joins Zach Hiser and Rich Frantz to talk all things 500 Sprint Car Tour and discusses some major changes to the Redbud 400 at Anderson Speedway.
Zach and Rich recap some of the top stories from around the industry. Then, Cap Henry is on to chat about his win at the Rumble in Fort Wayne, the upcoming Chili Bowl Nationals, and his successful 2025 season.
This week we chat with Rumble in Ft Wayne promoter, Larry Boos ahead of the #Rumble27! Plus, test your racing knowledge with Gary Did Ya Know.
A full breakdown with opinions on the the finish of the Snowball Derby from 5 Flags Speedway, plus the MadMax Moment featuring GLSS Owner, Barry Marlow!
Trevor Berry had a standout season that included collecting a Rifle at Winchester Speedway in his Modified. Now, for the first time ever, he's headed to 5 Flag Speedway.
Chloe Mazzagatti, at just 14 years old, has taken the midwest late model scene by storm. Hear her story and what this season was all about. Plus, test your racing knowledge with Gary, Did Ya Know!
Crystal Motor Speedway General Manager, Brian LeBaron talks about the change to IMCA Stock Cars, the decision to drop 4 Cylinders, and addition of Bombers.
Zach and Rich break down national and regional headlines, then hear from 2025 Tri City Motor Speedway B-Modified Champion, Chad Bennett!
Josh Frye made history this season at Berlin Raceway. The Coopersville, MI native won TWO track championships in TWO divisions, at the same. track.
Jeff Reay becomes the first driver in the state of Michigan to achieve this accomplishment is 30 years! Plus, we test your racing knowledge with Gary, Did Ya Know.
Ricky Peterson won the 2025 FAST on Dirt Championship in his first season with a new team. Then, hear from Chris Shannon after he won for the third time in his career at Winchester Speedway.





