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Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Bill Snow

158 episodes

1 week ago

Send us a text In this episode of the Late to Grid podcast, Bill Snow takes us inside the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Indianapolis. Covering over 1,000,000 square feet of exhibitor space, Bill explains why this is his favorite industry event and how grassroots racers can benefit from attending. He breaks down the importance of arriving with a clear "game plan" to navigate thousands of exhibitors and maximize business growth. The episode covers key highlights from the show ...

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Send us a text In this episode of the Late to Grid podcast, Bill Snow takes us inside the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Indianapolis. Covering over 1,000,000 square feet of exhibitor space, Bill explains why this is his favorite industry event and how grassroots racers can benefit from attending. He breaks down the importance of arriving with a clear "game plan" to navigate thousands of exhibitors and maximize business growth. The episode covers key highlights from the show ...

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Episodes (20/158)

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Inside PRI 2025: Strategic Networking, AI in Racing, and the Power of the Game Plan

Send us a text In this episode of the Late to Grid podcast, Bill Snow takes us inside the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Indianapolis. Covering over 1,000,000 square feet of exhibitor space, Bill explains why this is his favorite industry event and how grassroots racers can benefit from attending. He breaks down the importance of arriving with a clear "game plan" to navigate thousands of exhibitors and maximize business growth. The episode covers key highlights from the show ...

2 weeks ago

29 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

From Karting to Goodyear Racing: Jay Chapman on Career, Tires & Grassroots Motorsports

Send us a text In this episode of Late To Grid, Bill sits down with Jay Chapman of Goodyear Racing to unpack a motorsports career built from karting roots, NASCAR weekends, Grand-Am adventures, MX-5 Cup development, and now supporting racers across vintage and grassroots programs. Jay shares stories of growing up in a karting family, wrenching and volunteering his way into professional motorsports, and eventually designing and supporting racing tires used across SCCA, NASA, vintage series, an...

4 weeks ago

48 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Brock Yates Jr. on One Lap of America, Car Culture, and the Wildest Stories You've Never Heard

Send us a text On this episode of the Late To Grid Podcast, Bill sits down with Brock Yates Jr. — the man carrying on the legacy behind the legendary One Lap of America. If you know the Yates name, you know the stories run deep. And if you don’t know Brock yet… you will by the end of this episode. Brock shares: Growing up surrounded by racing legendsHow One Lap of America evolved from its Cannonball rootsWild stories from the roadDriving advice that actually makes you fasterWhy “look where ...

1 month ago

54 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Cooling, Camaraderie, and the Cayman GT4: Jon Miller's Motorsports Mastery

Send us a text In this episode of the Late to Grid podcast, we sit down with Jon Miller—autocrosser, rally racer, and performance cooling expert from Mishimoto. Jon shares his deep-rooted motorsports journey, which began with his grandparents racing SCCA rallies in the '50s and '60s, and an early secret lesson in driving a manual transmission Ford SHO. Jon dives into his experience across multiple disciplines, from a chaotic, unsupervised first track day at Nelson Ledges to his favorite form ...

2 months ago

47 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Zero Experience, 24-Hour Race: Nigel Boyce's Jump Into Wheel-to-Wheel

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we talk to Nigel Boyce, a mechanic who went from zero wheel-to-wheel experience straight into a 24-hour endurance race! Nigel shares his unique path, starting with a lifelong love for cars, graduating to autocross and time trials in his Honda Civic Si, and finally finding his track car in a Dodge Neon. Nigel recounts the chaos of his first endurance race, including a frantic, eight-hour, last-minute drive to find a mandatory fire suppressi...

2 months ago

35 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

From GTI to Miata: Nisa Borghi’s Autocross Journey

Send us a text This week on Late to Grid, Bill sits down with Nisa Borghi to talk about her path into motorsports—from giving her VW GTI a personality on Instagram, to celebrating 100K miles at her first autocross, to taking on the challenge of a rear-wheel-drive Miata. Nisa shares what it was like stepping into the SCCA community, co-driving with her husband, flagging at Nelson Ledges, and learning the ropes as a woman in motorsports. From trackside lessons to social media connections, her s...

3 months ago

45 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Racing Dream

Send us a text This week on Late to Grid, we sit down with Jon Krolewicz to dive into his incredible motorsports journey. He shares how a third-grade book report on the Indy 500 sparked a lifelong passion , and how a chance meeting with a pro driver his own size transformed his dream into a plan. Jon offers practical wisdom for anyone looking to get started or level up their game. He reveals the two biggest lessons he learned from karting: the importance of budgeting and how to harness your f...

3 months ago

55 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Building Drivers: How Time, Tools & Family Shape Track Performance

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we sit down with Mike—driver, mentor, and seasoned wrench turner—to explore how seat time, smart preparation, and family support all come together to shape a successful race weekend. Mike shares how his years on track and in the garage have sharpened his approach to racing, teaching him what really matters: learning every time you go out. From talking through pre-race checklists to tracking tire pressures, Mike’s insight is practical, relatable,...

4 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

No Rig? No Problem. Getting to the Grid Anyway

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we sit down with Jack Butler—a rising star in grassroots motorsports. What started with video games and weekend karting sessions has transformed into real-world racing experience in Champ Car, open-wheel training at the Lucas Oil School of Racing, and competing in 14-hour endurance events at Daytona. Did we mention Jack just graduated high school? We explore how Jack turned virtual laps into real seat time, the role sim racing played in building...

5 months ago

26 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

From Daily Driver to Track Night: Dexter’s First Step into Racing

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we sit down with Dexter Shreeve, who shares the story of finally chasing down his motorsports dream—starting with a Track Night in America event…in his daily driver Toyota Camry. Dexter walks us through the nerves, the excitement, and the learning curve of getting on track for the first time. From buying his first helmet on the way to the event to pushing his Camry harder than ever before, Dexter’s story proves that you don’t need a race car to ...

5 months ago

38 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

The Solo Survival Kit: Everything You Need to Pack for Track Day Success

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we dive into the checklist every racer needs to have before heading to the track. Whether you’re new to autocross or you’ve got a season of wheel-to-wheel under your belt, this is your solo survival kit for stress-free events. Bill shares his essential gear picks, pro tips for packing, and lessons learned from a very wet practice day at Mid-Ohio. Learn why peanut butter & jelly might be your secret weapon, why painter’s tape belongs in every...

6 months ago

18 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Your First Track Day: Everything You Need to Know to Get on Track Safely and Confidently

Send us a text Thinking about doing your first track day but don’t know where to start? In this episode of Late To Grid, we flip the script—Josh asks the questions that every new track driver wants answered, and Bill delivers a masterclass on getting started in motorsports. From picking the right helmet and prepping your car to managing on-track nerves and avoiding rookie mistakes, this episode is packed with advice that will get you from the paddock to the grid with confidence. Bill shares p...

7 months ago

25 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

How SEMA’s Mike Spagnola is Paving New Roads Into Motorsports

Send us a text In this episode of Late To Grid, we sit down with Mike Spagnola, the President and CEO of SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) — one of the most influential organizations in the automotive and motorsports world. Mike shares his incredible journey from his early days tinkering in his family’s garage to leading an industry powerhouse that champions innovation, customization, and grassroots racing. We dive deep into how SEMA is actively working to get new people into moto...

7 months ago

51 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

From Garage to Glory: RadAir Racing Takes on Daytona's 14-Hour Enduro

Send us a text What’s it like racing at Daytona International Speedway with 120+ cars on track and 14 hours ahead of you? In this episode of Late to Grid, host Bill takes you behind the scenes of one of grassroots motorsports' biggest bucket list events — the ChampCar Endurance Series race at Daytona International Speedway. Bill follows the RadAir Racing team through the tech line, on pit lane, and post-stint in the garage. You’ll hear first-hand reactions from drivers seeing Daytona’s iconic...

8 months ago

23 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Don't Panic! Your Track Day Prep Guide

Send us a text Feeling behind as the racing season kicks off? Don’t panic — you’re not alone, and we’ve got your back! In this episode of Late To Grid, Bill shares practical, last-minute tips to get you and your car ready for autocross, track days, endurance racing, and HPDE events — even if your garage projects didn’t exactly go as planned over the winter. Whether you're aiming for your first-ever motorsports event or you’re dusting off your helmet after a long off-season, this episode cover...

8 months ago

32 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

How Did You Get Started in Racing? Best Of Grassroots Motorsports Journeys

Send us a text How do people really get into motorsports? In this special “Best Of” episode of the Late to Grid Podcast, we throw the green flag on the most inspiring, quirky, and downright passionate origin stories from our favorite grassroots racers. Host Bill takes us on a fast lap through more than a dozen guest highlights—each one sharing how they first caught the racing bug. From pushing go-karts uphill, wrenching on beat-up Miatas, attending legendary races as kids, or tagging along wi...

9 months ago

32 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

From Backyard Karting to Championship Wins: Alyssa Korecky’s Racing Journey

Send us a text In this episode of Late to Grid, we welcome karting champion Alyssa Korecky to the Atomic Autosports studio to share her inspiring and relatable motorsports journey. Starting out on a homemade backyard dirt track, Alyssa evolved from riding a Power Wheels to racing full-speed LO206 karts at premier tracks like Mid-Ohio, Nelson Ledges, and Pitt Race. We dive deep into Alyssa’s transition from casual backyard fun to competitive karting through the SCCA (Sports Car Club of America...

9 months ago

32 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Matt Busby on Racing, Track Operations, and the Future of Motorsports

Send us a text Bill sits down with Matt Busby, President and CEO of Thunderhill Raceway, to talk about everything from his love of rotary engines to the future of track day events. Matt shares his incredible journey from being a car-obsessed teenager in Louisiana to managing world-class racing facilities, including NOLA Motorsports Park and NCM Motorsports Park. We dive into what it takes to get started in racing—whether it's through karting, autocross, or jumping straight into open-wheel car...

10 months ago

56 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Data-Driven Racing: Insights from Chris Ludwig of LMS EFI

Send us a text Bill Snow talks with Chris Ludwig of LMS EFI about harnessing data to improve racing performance. Chris shares practical tips on using data effectively at various skill levels, from basic lap time analysis to in-depth brake and throttle assessments. Learn how data can help you become a faster, more consistent driver. Plus, Chris shares a funny anecdote about the importance of pre-race bathroom breaks! Tired of funding your own racing? Learn how to secure sponsorships with...

11 months ago

48 minutes

Late to Grid - Grassroots Racing

Racing Mistakes That Cost You (and How to Avoid Them)

Send us a textBill Snow interviews Ryan Hall, a professional driver and coach, offering valuable insights for racers of all levels. Ryan shares his experiences in IRL and Champ Car, his coaching methods, and the importance of consistent seat time. He also emphasizes the negative consequences of being late to grid and provides actionable tips for maximizing track time and avoiding costly errors.Tired of funding your own racing? Learn how to secure sponsorships with Atomic Sponsorships.&n...

11 months ago

49 minutes