AMSOIL Ultimate Callout Challenge 2026 Is Going Big For Year 10 | Chris Searle

The “Amsoil Ultimate Callout Challenge” (UCC) is an annual diesel performance competition/event. The hosts discuss its timing, its 10th anniversary, and where it’s been held over the years.

Salt Lake City, Utah is mentioned as the location of the event’s first year (2016). It’s used to establish the event’s history and how the venue has changed since then.

Luke’s Oil Raceway is the track where the event has been held since 2017. The hosts describe it as centralized and well-suited for the different event activities.

A “sled pull” (transcribed here as “sled pole”) is a motorsport where a vehicle pulls a weighted sled along a track. The goal is usually to pull the sled the farthest or move it against increasing resistance.

UCC refers to the Ultimate Callout Challenge, an event in the diesel performance world. The hosts explain it as a multi-discipline truck competition designed to bring together racers, dyno competitors, and sled pullers under one format.

“2000 horsepower” is a benchmark number diesel builders chase, representing a major power target for highly modified engines. It’s mentioned as the motivation behind early dyno-focused competition culture.

A dyno (dynamometer) is a machine that measures how much power and torque an engine makes by loading it while it runs. In diesel performance, dyno results are often used to compare builds and track progress toward big horsepower goals.

Elevation refers to how high a location is above sea level, which affects engine performance because air density changes. At higher elevations, engines can make less power, so diesel teams often adjust expectations or tuning to account for it.

The “truck triathlon” is the event format they describe: teams build a truck that must compete across multiple disciplines. Here, it’s drag racing, dyno testing, and sled pulling—so the truck has to be strong, consistent, and durable in different ways.

Sled pulling is a motorsport where a vehicle pulls a weighted sled across a track, typically measuring how far it goes or how much weight it can move. Diesel builds often focus on low-end torque, traction, and heat management because the load is continuous and demanding.

PRI is the Performance Racing Industry trade show, focused on motorsports equipment, racing technology, and related businesses. Mentioning PRI alongside SEMA frames the UCC as something that should serve diesel performance like major racing-focused expos do.

SEMA is the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s annual show, known for aftermarket parts, custom builds, and industry networking. When the host says diesel needs its own SEMA, they mean a dedicated platform for diesel-specific vendors and vehicles.

Firepunk is mentioned as a partner the UCC has teamed up with over the years. In this segment, it’s part of the explanation for how collaborations helped grow the event and bring racing content to it.

ODSS appears to be a diesel racing series/format that the host says they brought to the UCC. In this context, it’s used to explain how bringing established racing to the event helped it grow.

The DPI expo is the expo portion of the event at the UCC, featuring vendor booths and displays. The host uses it to emphasize that the booths and trucks have stepped up to a high “SEMA quality” level.

“Dino” is shorthand for a dynamometer (dyno), a machine used to measure a vehicle’s output like horsepower and torque. At events, dyno pulls are often used to show off builds and generate excitement for fans.

A burnout pit is a dedicated area where drivers perform burnout maneuvers—spinning the tires to generate tire smoke and heat—usually for entertainment and crowd engagement. It’s often added to events to create a more interactive show atmosphere.

The starting line is the launch area where drag-style runs begin, and it’s where staging and timing matter. The host contrasts it with other fan-access areas like the dyno and sled pull zone.

A sled pull (often called a sled pool in casual speech) is a competition where a vehicle pulls a weighted sled over a track. Diesel events use it to showcase torque and traction, and it’s different from drag racing’s timed runs.

The pits are the team/service area where competitors park, work on their vehicles, and interact with fans. The host emphasizes that attendees can walk through the UCC pits and see racers up close.

NHRDA is a diesel racing organization/association that sanctions and organizes drag racing events. The host mentions it alongside ODSS to highlight that multiple diesel racing communities are present at the venue.

“Passes down the track” refers to multiple timed runs in drag-style racing. The discussion contrasts earlier years—where competitors could take many passes—with the new format that limits runs to designated time slots.

The hosts emphasize that past years limited competitors to a single sled-pull attempt, making preparation and consistency critical. With only one try, small issues (traction, tune, or setup) can completely swing results.

“Test and tune” refers to practice runs where competitors adjust vehicle settings to improve performance before the official scoring runs. In this format, opening the track on Thursday gives teams time to dial in traction, fueling, and tuning.

Drag racing is a straight-line motorsport where cars compete over a short distance to see which one accelerates fastest. The “passes” they mention are the timed runs each racer makes to record results.

Matt Story is identified as the buyer of NHRDA (via Bless Performance) and as someone coordinating efforts to bring diesel motorsports together. The segment treats his involvement as a key reason for the series alignment.

Bless Performance is named as the organization associated with Matt Story, who purchased NHRDA. This is relevant because the speaker frames the ownership change as a driver of aligning diesel racing series.

A point system is the specific rules for how many points are awarded for each race result (like placement). Even if two organizations use different point systems, they can still be “similar” in how they award points.

“Classes match up” means the event organizers aligned the categories of vehicles so racers compete under comparable rules and groupings. That helps ensure results and points are consistent across the different sanctioning bodies.

A point series is a championship format where racers earn points based on their finishing results at events. Those points accumulate over the season to determine overall standings.

The “7-2 Fast Class” is described as a controlled racing category that blends multiple drag-racing styles over a weekend. The key idea is that teams must meet specific constraints (like suspension/weight rules) while being limited to a turbocharger.

Bracket racing is a drag-racing format where competitors race to a chosen target time (the “bracket”). The winner is typically the car that runs closest to its dial-in time, rather than simply the fastest elapsed time.

“Unlimited power” refers to a class philosophy where there are fewer restrictions on power-making hardware and tuning. In practice, it usually means cars can run very high boost and aggressive setups compared with more tightly regulated classes.

A turbocharger is a forced-induction device that uses exhaust gas to spin a turbine, which compresses incoming air. More compressed air lets the engine burn more fuel, typically increasing power—especially helpful in diesel applications.

A “tech card” is an event-required form/registration that lets a racer participate and get their vehicle inspected/cleared for competition. In this context, buying them early helps organizers manage capacity and avoid last-minute shortages.

The “pit area” is the venue zone where teams/vehicles stage and where non-racing activities can occur. In this excerpt, it’s specifically tied to hosting the DPI expo.

“First gen homecoming” is an event theme/category for a specific generation of trucks, organized for fans to walk through and view vehicles on display. The speaker says they’ll have over 200 “first gen” trucks participating.

A “show and shine” is a car/truck display event where vehicles are showcased for fans, often alongside racing. Here, the host references “UCC, Show and Shine 2018” as an early year when the event format expanded to the drag strip area.

A drag strip is the straight, marked track used for drag racing runs. The host references expanding the “backside” display area along the drag strip, taking it all the way to the end.

Cummins is a major diesel-engine manufacturer. When the speaker says Cummins’ board members are coming, it signals the event has enough visibility and community impact that the engine brand itself is participating.

In event context, “exhibit” means reserving space and actively setting up a booth to represent a company to attendees. The speaker is describing how some vendors can’t afford to exhibit every year.

“Engagement” here is marketing/event language for how effectively a booth draws and interacts with attendees. The speaker contrasts passive booth setup with active strategies to get people to stop by.

This phrase describes the competitive environment at trade events: multiple booths are vying for the same attendees’ time and attention. The speaker uses it to explain why booth strategy matters.

A burnout is when a driver deliberately spins the driven wheels to generate tire smoke and heat. In motorsports and events, burnouts are often used as a crowd-pleasing display and can be part of a dedicated “burnout pit” area.

A purse is the total prize money awarded in a competition. Mentioning a “$10,000 purse” signals the event’s stakes and helps explain why it draws serious competitors.

“Controlled chaos” is an event-management idea: the atmosphere is wild and entertaining, but the action is still organized and supervised. In this context, it describes how the event lets people have fun (including burnouts/havoc) without losing safety or structure.

The “17 Fast Class” is a specific competition class within the UCC format. It’s referenced as a major focus for competitors, implying there are multiple classes and this one is especially competitive.

“Dialed in” means getting a vehicle and setup tuned so it performs consistently—often by adjusting fueling, boost, and other settings. In racing contexts, it usually refers to using practice runs to reach the right tune for the track and conditions.

“Tests in tune times” refers to paid practice sessions where competitors can run their vehicles to evaluate performance and refine their setup. The hosts describe buying separate sessions for Thursday night and Friday morning to get ready for the later UCC.

“Open track time” means the track is available for participants to run without the structure of a full race event. The hosts use it to explain how attendees can get additional practice runs leading up to the UCC.

The hosts direct listeners to ultimatecalloutchallenge.com to buy tickets. This is a practical “where to purchase” reference tied to attending the UCC.

A “one day” or “three day” pass is an event ticket option that determines how many days of programming you can attend. The hosts say both options provide access to the events happening during those days.

PowerHungry is named as a sponsor covering the live feed for the event. That implies they’re providing or supporting the event’s live-stream coverage.

A “live feed” is a real-time video/audio stream of the event. Here, the hosts say PowerHungry is covering the live feed, meaning viewers can watch the competition as it happens.

Dynamite Diesel is listed among the event vendors/sponsors, with the speaker saying each vendor does something unique. That suggests Dynamite Diesel is participating in the event ecosystem (likely parts, support, or demos).

Fleece is named as one of the vendors/sponsors at the UCC. In diesel performance events, companies like this are often associated with aftermarket tuning or performance hardware, though the segment doesn’t specify which product category.

Edge is mentioned as part of the vendor lineup. In diesel performance contexts, Edge is commonly associated with aftermarket engine management and monitoring products, though this segment only lists it among sponsors/vendors.

Lucas Oil Raceway is the venue hosting the event. The segment references nearby camping and walking distance, indicating it’s the central location for the UCC activities.

Calibrated Power is referenced as the group/organization involved in working the event. In this segment, it’s mentioned as the team that’s excited to see trucks and collaborate on the UCC.