Episode 382 - The High Limits Schedule is Out and The Significant Others Join Us
About this episode
Dwayne and his guests, including his wife Nicole and friend Melissa, dive into a lighthearted discussion about racing, life, and the upcoming High Limits schedule. They share personal anecdotes, sponsor shoutouts, and a mix of racing news, including insights on recent events like the Short Track Nationals and National 100. The episode features playful banter, fan questions, and reflections on the racing community, all while navigating the chaos of dogs and kitchen sounds in the background. It's a fun and engaging episode for anyone interested in the dirt racing scene.
This week we welcome Elliott's wife Nicole and Duane's girlfriend Melissa to help us answer fan questions! We also talk about the release of the High Limits schedule and some results from events that happened over the weekend.
propane
"[87.0s] Propane is clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy, very much used right now in our area"
Propane is a type of gas that can be used to heat places like garages or as fuel for some cars. It burns cleanly and is often cheaper than other fuels.
Propane is a hydrocarbon gas commonly used as a clean-burning fuel for heating, cooking, and powering engines. In automotive contexts it can be used to heat workshop spaces or as a fuel source for certain vehicles.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
"But the start of the season out in March in Las Vegas, let's go to Central Arizona, Nevado,"
It’s a big racetrack in Las Vegas where cars race around a 1.5‑mile oval, often for big NASCAR races.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1.5‑mile oval race track in Nevada that hosts NASCAR and other motorsport events.
quarter mile
"[1090.9s] One will be on the quarter mile. [1091.9s] The other will be on the four-tenths mile."
A quarter mile is a race track length of about 1,320 feet. Drivers try to cover it as fast as possible in a straight line.
The quarter mile is a standard drag racing distance of 1,320 feet (402 meters) used to measure straight-line speed and acceleration.
sprint cars
"[1095.9s] And that's during the Knoxville National time around here, so, for sprint cars. [1101.9s] So, it should hopefully get a good crowd."
Sprint cars are fast, small race vehicles that drive on short oval tracks. They have big engines and wings to help them turn quickly.
Sprint cars are high-powered, lightweight race cars designed for short oval track racing, often featuring large wings and a powerful V8 engine.
Toyota
"[1591.9s] And he drives a Toyota, too."
Toyota makes cars that many people trust to run well for a long time. They’re popular around the world.
Toyota is a Japanese automotive manufacturer known for producing reliable, fuel-efficient vehicles such as the Camry, Corolla, and Prius.
Outlaws
"I mean, one time Limaland had the Outlaws scheduled and then the power went out, so we showed up just to find out the race was canceled."
The Outlaws is a racing group where drivers compete in fast, modified cars on short tracks. It’s popular in the Midwest and offers exciting, close‑quarters racing.
The NASCAR Late Model Outlaws Series is a regional touring series featuring high-powered, short-track racing cars that are often modified for speed and handling.
Attica Speedway
"Yeah, I'd like to see a national show back at Attica because the racing has been great for Late Models the last few years."
Attica Speedway is a small race track in New York where drivers compete on a short, flat oval. It’s famous for local racing events.
Attica Speedway is a 1/4 mile paved oval track in Attica, New York, known for hosting regional short‑track racing events including the NASCAR Late Model Outlaws Series.
Late Models
"Yeah, I'd like to see a national show back at Attica because the racing has been great for Late Models the last few years."
Late Models are racing cars that look like regular cars but have been upgraded a lot for better speed and cornering on short tracks.
Late Model cars are a class of high-performance, short‑track race vehicles that are often heavily modified from stock production models for speed and handling.
pavement racing
"And then what do you think about pavement racing in Ohio, Dwayne? I mean, it's dying for sure."
Pavement racing is a type of car race that happens on smooth, paved roads instead of dirt or gravel. Drivers race at high speeds on these hard surfaces.
Pavement racing refers to motorsport competitions held on paved roads or closed circuits, as opposed to dirt tracks or off‑road events. It typically involves high‑speed cars on asphalt surfaces.
NASCAR team
"They're kind of quiet about the owner because the hot rumor is that Duke Thorson bought it and you can't own a NASCAR team"
A NASCAR team is a group that prepares cars, hires drivers, and competes in the big stock car racing league called NASCAR.
A NASCAR team is a racing organization that fields cars in the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) series, managing drivers, crew, and equipment.
sanctioned track
"you can't own a NASCAR team and the NASCAR is sanctioned track. So like maybe his money bought it"
A sanctioned track is a raceway that has been officially approved by a racing organization, like NASCAR, to hold official races. It meets certain safety rules.
A sanctioned track is a racing venue that has received official approval from a governing body (e.g., NASCAR) to host sanctioned events, ensuring safety standards and regulatory compliance.
trailer
"Is in the rule book for four cylinders to be on the chip from the time they get off the trailer at the racetrack until they go back to the trailer?"
A trailer is a big vehicle that carries cars from one place to another. In racing, it’s important that the car is safely fastened so it doesn’t move during transport.
In racing, a trailer is used to transport cars and equipment between events. It must be secured properly to meet safety regulations.
livery
"I had to give her some back story on what livery means. Because it's not a common term here."
A livery is like a racing team's uniform for their cars. It shows who they belong to and who sponsors them, using colors and logos that stand out on the track.
A livery is the distinctive paint scheme, colors, and graphics that identify a racing team or vehicle. It often includes sponsor logos and is used to make the car recognizable on track.
Formula One
"They say when you talk Formula One and IndyCar, you use some stupid term called livery instead of scheme or whatever..."
Formula One is the top level of car racing in the world. It has very fast cars, big teams, and races all over different countries.
Formula One (F1) is the highest class of single-seat, open-wheel racing sanctioned by the FIA. It features technologically advanced cars and is known for its global reach and elite competition.
IndyCar
"They say when you talk Formula One and IndyCar, you use some stupid term called livery instead of scheme or whatever..."
IndyCar is a big racing series in the U.S. that has very fast cars and famous races like the Indy 500.
IndyCar is a premier open-wheel racing series in North America, featuring races like the Indianapolis 500. It uses spec chassis and engines to create close competition.
Dome
"Because we'll have the Dome coming up."
The Dome is a big car show in Detroit where car makers bring new cars and cool ideas for people to see.
The "Dome" refers to the International Auto Show held annually in Detroit, Michigan, where automakers showcase new models and concept cars.
dirt track
"He's been, well, you'd like him even more, because he skipped the dirt track to go to the IMSA race."
A dirt track is a racetrack that’s just packed dirt, not asphalt or concrete. Cars race on it in special races.
A dirt track is a racing surface made of packed earth, commonly used for off-road or sprint car racing.
IMSA race
"He's been, well, you'd like him even more, because he skipped the dirt track to go to the IMSA race."
IMSA is a group that runs big car races, especially for sports cars that race on tracks and sometimes on road courses.
The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) is a governing body for sports car racing in North America, organizing events like the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
Appleseed
"[4688.0s] Well, the Appleseed back in the day, I'm sure you went to because it was with all-star sprint [4692.0s] cars in October."
Appleseed is a famous dirt racing track in Indiana where many classic sprint car races were held. It’s a landmark for fans of the sport.
Appleseed refers to the Appleseed Speedway, a historic dirt track in Indiana known for hosting sprint car races.
USAC
"[4695.0s] When the USAC 4-con first started, that was late miles. [4702.0s] So, as some of you is newer to dirt racing, obviously, you know, I'm from Indiana, so"
USAC is the organization that sets rules and runs races for many American dirt track drivers. It’s like NASCAR but focused on smaller, high‑speed cars.
The United States Auto Club (USAC) is a governing body that sanctions various auto racing series, including sprint cars and dirt track events.
4-con
"[4696.0s] Well, on a 4-con when it first started. [4702.0s] So, as some of you is newer to dirt racing, obviously, you know, I'm from Indiana, so"
A "4-con" means the car has four cylinders in its engine. It’s a way racers talk about how powerful or lightweight a car is.
"4-con" is shorthand for a four‑cylinder engine, commonly used in sprint cars and other racing vehicles.
dirt racing
"[4702.0s] So, as some of you is newer to dirt racing, obviously, you know, I'm from Indiana, so"
Dirt racing is when drivers race cars on a track covered in dirt or clay. The cars are built to handle the loose surface and can go very fast.
Dirt racing is a form of auto racing conducted on oval tracks made of dirt or clay, featuring high‑speed cars with specialized tires and suspension.
midgets
"You got McCready ran some midgets, didn't you?"
Midget cars are tiny race cars that go very fast on short tracks. They’re popular in American racing and have a big following.
Midget cars are small, high-powered racing vehicles that typically have a 4-cylinder engine and a very low center of gravity. They race on short oval tracks, often less than a quarter-mile long.
Chili Bowl
"He won the Chili Bowl one year."
The Chili Bowl is a big race for midget cars that happens every year in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Lots of fans and drivers come to compete.
The Chili Bowl Nationals is an annual midget car racing event held in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It’s one of the most prestigious and well-attended midget races worldwide.
midget race
"They have midgets. That's Eagle, right? There's a midget race that comes through."
A midget race is a type of car racing where the cars are tiny and very fast. They run on small tracks and are a big part of American racing culture.
A midget race is a motorsport event featuring very small, lightweight open-wheel cars that are highly powered for their size. These races are popular in the United States and often take place on short oval tracks.
Eagle
"That's Eagle, right? There's a midget race that comes through."
Eagle was a car brand made by Chrysler in the 1980s. In racing, Eagle also built small race cars called midgets.
Eagle was an American automobile brand produced by the Chrysler Corporation from 1979 to 1988. It is also known for manufacturing racing midget cars in the early 2000s.
enduro
"Then a big car and a small car enduro afterwards."
An enduro race is a long, tough driving contest where cars have to last for many hours or miles. It’s like a marathon but on wheels.
Enduro is a long-distance endurance race, often involving both road and off-road sections, testing the durability of vehicles and drivers over extended periods.
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