In this episode of the Perfect Lap Podcast, hosts Mark Jager and Mark Kilgore sit down with John Hunter, the SCCA Time Trials Manager, to discuss the upcoming 2026 Time Attack season. John provides insight into the exciting changes, including the introduction of a Time Attack National Championship, the structure of the East and West series championships, and the integration of car shows to enhance the event experience. The conversation also covers collaboration with Global Time Attack as part of the West Coast Series. The discussion also covers the future of Time Attack, the significance of moving the national championship around to multiple venues in future years, and the regulations regarding tires to ensure fair play among competitors.

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00:00  Introduction to the 2026 Time Attack Season 

06:02  East and West Series Overview 

08:55  Enhancing the Event Experience with Car Shows 

12:04  Collaboration with Other Racing Organizations 

17:48  The Importance of Community in Racing 

21:41  Future of Time Attack and Event Logistics 

34:58  Class Structure Insights 

39:13  Understanding Unlimited Classes 

41:10  Max Class Dynamics 

44:08  Building for Enjoyment vs. Competition 

48:22  Upcoming West Coast Championship Events 

54:23  Exploring the East Coast Championship 

55:53  The Targa Experience 

59:15  National Championship Announcement 

01:03:38  Transitioning Tracks: From Pit Race to Texas 

01:11:11  Engaging Drivers with Varied Tracks 

01:12:40  Event Structure and Weekend Plans