There are a few iconic, one-of-a-kind racecars that stand out in racing history. Some of these cars are famous for their structure, such as Tom Johnson’s wicked sprint car designs of the 1980’s and Kenny Weld’s “Back to the Future” sprint car in 1988. Others are remembered because of their performance, such Weld’s legendary No….
1955: Tragedy, Change & James Dean
There are many dark chapters in the history of auto racing, but few compare to the devastation and tragedy that took place in 1955. In the same season, horrific crashes overshadowed the Indianapolis 500, the Le Mans endurance race and the world of show business. Over the course of a few months, the world witnessed…
The Test: Hodnett’s Brush with the IRL
Before I dive in, I feel the need to share some personal commentary in regards to this piece. This story is very personal for me, and here’s why… My best friend Brandon Dupert and I helped Greg Hodnett, Ryan Hand and the Heffner #27 team for the first time on July 26, 2017. We drove…