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

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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 high banks for the first time, crew members who sacrificed late nights and long drives to make the race happen, and insights into how simulation training, teamwork, and passion make all the difference in endurance racing.

Whether you’re just getting into HPDE, dreaming of your own racing career, or a seasoned autocross or track day veteran, this episode captures the raw emotions, challenges, and victories of real-world amateur racers chasing their motorsports dreams.

👀 Key Takeaways:

• The thrill and intimidation of racing Daytona for the first time
• Unexpected car issues, pit lane frustrations, and mental resilience
• The impact of off-season prep and sim racing on real-world results
• Tips for getting started in endurance racing and ChampCar
• What it means to give up your seat for the good of the team

⚙️ Featuring grassroots racers from across the country, this episode is part race recap, part inspiration, and all heart.

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Follow @RadAirRacing and @LatetoGrid on Instagram & Facebook to learn how to secure your seat in an upcoming event. Let’s get you on track—and don’t be Late to Grid.

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Chapters

1. Chasing RadAir Racing at Daytona (00:00:00)

2. First Impressions from the Tech Line (00:00:41)

3. Team Goals and Pre-Race Strategy (00:02:07)

4. The Scale of Daytona: Rookie Reactions (00:03:05)

5. Early Race Stints and Neon Performance (00:06:40)

6. Sim Racing and Driver Preparation (00:07:33)

7. Broadcasting Insights: Behind the Mic with the Announcers (00:08:41)

8. Driver Emotions: From Spectator to Competitor (00:09:37)

9. Setbacks in the Pits: Mechanical Troubles and Mindset (00:11:31)

10. Lessons from Daytona: What New Drivers Learned (00:12:54)

11. Advice for Getting Into Endurance Racing (00:15:05)

12. Final Thoughts and Invitation to Join the Journey (00:21:00)