Horsepower Happenings

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.

S7E41 feat Trevor Berry

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.

12-02
51:32

S7E40 feat Chloe Mazzagatti w Gary Did Ya Know

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!

11-25
53:39

S7E39 feat Brian LeBaron

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.

11-11
01:08:24

S7E38 feat Chad Bennett

Zach and Rich break down national and regional headlines, then hear from 2025 Tri City Motor Speedway B-Modified Champion, Chad Bennett!

11-04
01:07:29

S7E37 feat Josh Frye

Josh Frye made history this season at Berlin Raceway. The Coopersville, MI native won TWO track championships in TWO divisions, at the same. track.

10-28
42:18

S7E36 feat Jeff Reay & Gary Did Ya Know

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.

10-21
56:40

S7E35 feat MadMax w Ricky Peterson & Chris Shannon

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.

10-14
01:10:28

S7E34 feat Steve Needles & Johnathon Gatton

Steve Needles discusses his win in the 3rd Annual Bob Finley Memorial Saturday night at Owosso Speedway and his oh-so-close run to a championship. Then, Johnathon Gatton talks about the biggest win of his career from Saturday night.

10-07
01:15:07

S7E33 feat Jeff Finley & Danny Sams III

Jeff Finley previews the 3rd Annual Bob Finley Memorial at Owosso Speedway. Then, Danny Sams III talks about his first career High Limit Racing Sprint Car feature win.

09-30
52:24

S7E32 feat Chase Pinsonneault & Jason Blonde

Chase Pinsonneault talks about his most recent win in the Owosso Nationals 150 and how his career has unfolded. Then, Jason Blonde talks about his first career track championship.

09-23
01:15:56

S7E31 feat Charlie Baur & Gary Did Ya Know

Charlie Baur helps preview the Northwood University International Auto Show this weekend, plus recaps his summer behind the wheel. Then, Gary Lindahl tests your racing knowledge with Gary, Did Ya Know!

09-16
01:01:14

S7E30 feat Chase Burda & MadMax w Dan McCarron

Chase Burda talks about winning the 2025 Track Championship at I-96 Speedway, balancing pavement and dirt racing, and so much more. Plus, Dan McCarron joins the MadMax Moment.

09-10
01:08:58

S7E29 feat David McManus & Darren Dryden

David McManus captured the Birch Run Speedway track championship on Friday night in Modifieds after a tight battle. Then, Darren Dryden talks about his international win with the Great Lakes Super Sprints!

08-26
01:28:40

S7E28 feat Austin Hull & Derrick Hilliker w Gary Did Ya Know

Austin Hull with a special guest talks about the biggest win of his career after the Battle at Berlin. Then, hear from Derrick Hilliker after a double winning weekend.

08-19
01:38:40

S7E27 feat Mark Shook & MadMax Moment w Chase Dunham

Mark Shook is in a tight points battle at Kalamazoo Speedway and just won the Howe Hustle at the Klash on Friday night. Plus, the MadMax Moment features first time GLSS winner, Chase Dunham!

08-12
01:14:10

S7E26 feat Hayden Sprague & Scotty Thiel

Hayden Sprague just grabbed the most meaningful win of his career Saturday during the Stan Yee Memorial 150 at Flat Rock Speedway. Likewise, Scotty Thiel collected his first career Eldora Speedway win with the Great Lakes Super Sprints on Saturday night.

08-05
01:20:00

S7E25 feat Chad Finley & Tyler Lupton

Chad Finley took home the POW Camp Owosso 100 on Sunday afternoon at Owosso Speedway and is in the mix for a track championship at I-96 Speedway. Then, 14-year-old Tyler Lupton talks about his first career win Saturday at Berlin Raceway.

07-29
01:07:12

S7E24 feat Jared Owen, MadMax w Jac Nickles, Gary Did Ya Know

Jared Owen, Director of the 500 Sprint Car Tour, talks about the swing through Michigan. Then, Max Stambaugh talks with fellow competitor, Jac Nickles. Plus, a test of racing knowledge with Gary Did Ya Know!

07-22
01:32:45

S7E23 feat Ryan Heskett & Keegan Sobilo

Ryan Heskett is a three-time winner in IMCA Modifieds at Thunderbird Raceway in 2025, but he trails in the Championship standings by six points - a gap he's not sure he can overcome. Then, Keegan Sobilo talks about his prep for the $25K to win Masters of the Pros on Wednesday.

07-15
01:18:27

S7E22 feat Tyler Roahrig & Chris Shannon

Tyler Roahrig won at Berlin on Saturday and has already had a big summer of racing. Plus, hear from Chris Shannon who captured his first career JEGS Tour win on Saturday night.

07-08
01:14:28

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