Hauler Talk
NASCAR's new podcast takes you inside the sport like never before. Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis, and Nate Ryan offer fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes, from rule changes to officiating decisions, logistics, and broadcasting. The goal is to provide insights into the organizational side of sport and highlight the often unseen but crucial aspects that make race weekends possible. The podcast also features interviews with insiders, executives, journalists, and more.
Episodes
700 Miles Of Racing In Charlotte
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the 700 mile doubleheader at Charlotte with the Cup series running the Bank of America 400 and the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series running the Blue Cross NC 300 after rain cancelled Saturday's on-track activities. They explained the logistics of running two races in one day while keeping the staff and officials fresh for both races. Other hot topics include the po
No Caution For Denny Hamlin?
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss why no caution was called during stage 1 when Denny Hamlin spun off of turn 4. They also discussed Tyler Reddick spinning quickly towards pit road at the end of the race, Brandon Jones disqualification following the O'Reilly series race on Saturday and looking ahead to this weekend's return to the Charlotte oval in the fall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19
Big Penalties After Regional Fight at Martinsville
A big fight at Martinsville Speedway following the end of the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 late model race resulted in multiple suspensions and fines for those involved. Mike and Nate discuss the thinking and process behind these penalties after a light week in Kansas. Then joining Mike and Nate is Managing Director of Powertrain Carl Goodman to talk about what happens when cars get taken
No Fines for Ryan Blaney or Carson Hocevar
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss all aspects of the on- and off-track drama between Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney, including why no fines were handed down to either driver or their crew members for the post race fight.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Changes to Wet Weather Procedure
This week Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the newly announced changes to the wet weather tire procedure that goes into effect this weekend at Bristol. They also discuss the multiple brake failures at Gateway, the ongoing feud between William Sawalich and Corey Day, and then is joined by the Vice President and Senior Producer for NASCAR 26 Matt Lewis to discuss the game's release.See Privacy
Explaining The Qualifying Metric
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the "squirrely" qualifying metric that set the field after practice and qualifying was rained out on Saturday. They also talked about the weather impacts on Sunday, moving up the race 10 minutes, and the short red flag during the race. Other hot topics in Darlington were the Carson Hocevar and Brad Keselowski feud, Riley Herbst's being cleared to race in Darl
Caution Flags at Daytona
Mike, Nate, and Amanda break down why the caution was thrown when it was at the end of the Daytona race, the performance of the new superspeedway package, and behind the scenes of Chase media day and pulling back the curtain of last week's Carson Hocevar press release.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-
The 2027 Schedule Is Here
Mike, Nate and Amanda sat down with Vice President of Market Development and Strategic Scheduling Julie Giese to discuss her process of putting the 2027 National Series schedule together. We'll see the return of the August Bristol night race, Richmond as the Chase opener, the Truck series at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park and more! Mike, Nate and Amanda also discuss the wet weather tires
Pump The Brakes On New Penalties
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the Toyota brake issue at Iowa and recount why the 11 team was not able to change their brake pads before the race, what would've allowed them to change parts and what would've happened if they had changed them without permission. They also preview the Richmond race weekend, and discuss the what qualifies someone as a rookie. Joining the show this week is Rus
Caution Flag Changes
Mike, Nate and Amanda hold an emergency meeting to discuss NASCAR's announcement of the new caution flag procedure at the end of stages and answer fan questions from social media. The new caution procedure will start at Iowa Speedway and will continue through the end of the 2026 season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva
Carson Kvapil's Brickyard Burnout
STAY OFF THE YARD OF BRICKS was the message that got sent to drivers before the race weekend but Carson Kvapil forgot after his first career O'Reilly Series win. Mike and Nate are without Amanda this week as they discuss the burnout on the bricks, the Corey Heim and Carson Hocevar rivalry Noah Gragson slamming Connor Zilisch under caution, the long yellow flags on Sunday and taking a look
No Regular Season Champion
Mike, Nate, and Amanda recap the action from North Wilkesboro which held it's first points race in 30 years. They talk about Joey Logano's dominant win, Daniel Suárez avoiding a commitment box violation an increase in practice time and moving away from a regular season champion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n
Below the Double Painted Lines
Mike, Nate and Amanda have a lengthy discussion about Bubba Wallace's penalty after he passed below the double painted line on the last lap of Sunday night's (or Monday morning's) race at EchoPark Speedway causing him to go from second to 29th in the running order. Afterwards they talked about Zane Smith's wreck on the last lap, restarting the race after a 3 hour rain delay, and heading t
SVG vs Austin Hill in Chicago
Mike, Nate, and Amanda are back for another episode after NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway. They talked about the Shane van Gisbergen vs Austin Hill incident, the Carson Hocevar and Zane Smith wreck, and the action NASCAR is going to take to address them. They also discusses the difference between Ryan Preece going on the DVP vs Kyle Larson being able to get pulled out of the grass
Behind The Scenes of Remote Race Control
Mike, Nate and Amanda take the opportunity to talk to Competition Strategist Scott Miller about the role of Concord's remote race control during the race weekend. Scott gives us a look into what the remote race control helps out with, how many people are working during a race weekend, and what the capability of the building is. Afterwards Mike, Nate and Amanda preview this weekend's race
New Track, New Challenges
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the unprecedented race weekend at Naval Base Coronado. The weekend was met with challenges such as vent covers coming loose, cars moving the walls after hard hits, long cautions and a fan who climbed onto the race track during the red flag. Heading into Sonoma NASCAR announced a change to the bumpers for short tracks allowing it to crush more and reduce the i
Preparing To Race At A Naval Base
Mike, Nate and Amanda recap the weekend in Pocono starting with the race moving up two hours early with a threat of rain present in the afternoon. They also discussed six cars taken by NASCAR for wind tunnel testing, Larson going last after his qualifying warm up lap was disrupted, and everything you need to know heading into San Diego.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C
The Largest Next Gen Hit
Mike, Nate and Amanda break down Christopher Bell's massive hit in Michigan, and safety features in the cars that keep the drivers safe. They are then joined by Managing Director of Track Services Chase Brashears to discuss the response to the Christopher Bell and Chase Elliott accident, and the SAFER barrier wall repair.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva
Nonstop action in Nashville
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss all the action in Nashville including the exciting finish, the brake issues, Kyle Larson's spin at the end, Denny Hamlin's start violation, and the contact between Austin Dillon and Brad Keselowski.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NASCAR honors Kyle Busch
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan discuss how NASCAR honored Kyle Busch at Charlotte Motor Speedway after the legendary driver's unexpected and untimely death.Other topics:Decision to run out the NOAPS race with 18 laps of yellow … only 37 of 91 laps were run under green. Details of what was undoubtedly a tough day and night trying to prepare the trackWhy the “adverse conditions” tim
Hall of Fame Voting Behind The Scenes
Mike and Amanda flip the script and asks Nate about this years NASCAR Hall of Fame voting, his thought process behind it and what happens behind closed doors. They also talk about the huge Preece wreck at Dover, review the All-Star Race weekend, and look forward to the longest race of the year the Coca-Cola 600.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice
Cody Ware's hit at the Glen
Mike, Nate, and Amanda discuss the hard hit by Cody Ware in the Cup series race, the restart violation by Gio Ruggiero, the new tire packs placed in turn one and the exit of the carousel. They then are joined by Dover Track President Mike Tatoian to talk about the All-Star festivities this weekend at Dover Motor Speedway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva
Penalty Update: Kyle Busch & Ryan Preece
NASCAR's Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan have the latest news & updates following the race weekend at Texas Motor Speedway. Plus, an update on new track limits and stage lengths this weekend at Watkins Glen.Rundown:Ryan Preece fined for intentionally wrecking Ty Gibbs at TexasKyle Busch not fined for contact with John Hunter Nemechek on the final lap at Texas Inside the officia
A weekend of change in Talladega
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss Carson Hocevar's win at Talladega including his celebration where he sat on the door of the car while riding down the frontstretch. They also discussed Steve O'Donnell being named the new CEO of NASCAR, Cleetus McFarland finishing second in the ARCA race, the extended first stage, and Chief Scorer Kyle McKinney joins the show to talk about why Denny Hamlin an
The future of crossover utility vehicles in NASCAR
Mike, Amanda and Nate kick off this week's episode of Hauler Talk talking about John Probst's quote about the possibility of a new crossover utility vehicle body for the O'Riley Auto Part Series. Then they talked about Carson Kvapil's wreck in the NOAPS race, the thrilling ending to the Cup race at Kansas, Cody Ware's caution and the contact between Ryna Blaney and AJ Allmendinger on pit
Why stage lengths changed at Talladega
This week Mike, Amanda and Nate revisit the news of the Talladega stage changes, the wrecks at Bristol, the Triple Truck Challenge eligibility, and more Cup drivers in the lower series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2026 Competition Update with John Probst
NASCAR EVP Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst joins Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan to break down the 2026 rules package and the balance of science vs. art in racing. Plus, an update on the Naval Base Coronado Circuit, Chicagoland’s return, and strategy talk at Talladega—from the approval process to fuel saving and stage-break cautions.See Privacy Policy at https://art1
Did Darlington deliver?
Mike, Amanda and Nate discuss the performance of the 750 horsepower package at Darlington. They also discuss Corey Heim's eligibility in the Truck series Chase later this fall, and Tyler Reddick's team changing the battery during the race. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Suarez vs. Chastain + Daniel Dye Suspension
Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the exchange of words between Daniel Suárez and Ross Chastain after the race in Las Vegas and the suspension of Daniel Dye after using disparaging comments in a video. They also dive into the speeding penalties from Las Vegas, bringing multiple cars from the same manufacturer back to the R&D center, celebrating on the top of the car and previewed this wee
750 Horsepower at Phoenix
Mike, Amanda and Nate recap the 750 horsepower performance at Phoenix. Mike then explains the difference between the intermediate and short track tapered spacers, and what the loop data defines as a pass during the race.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Substitute Driver
From pit road spotter to driver of the 48, Myatt Snider hopped in Alex Bowman's car to run hot laps at the end of the race in COTA. Technical Inspector David Green joins Mike, Nate and Amanda to share the checklist that was required to give the 48 team and Myatt Snider the green light to return to the track. Mike also takes us through the conversations among the officials to determine if
Atlanta Decisions + COTA Limits
We go behind-the-scenes of NASCAR's weather decision's on Saturday in Atlanta that impacted all three series. In this new season long points format, how do stage finishes get scored if a caution is thrown on the last lap of the stage. Tyler Reddick finished the race without a front right fender. How did the car pass inspection? Carson Hocevar is getting criticized by his fellow competitor
Green Flags at Daytona
All three races at Daytona ended under green even though there was contact coming to the finish. Mike, Nate and Amanda discuss the yellow flag philosophy and why we may see cautions at Echopark Speedway for wrecks that are similar to those in Daytona. They also discuss the Tyler Reddick's win, fuel milage during SuperSpeedway races, Alfredo's DQ in the duels and the fan disruption on pit
Daytona 500 Rule Changes
It's Daytona 500 week! Get set for "The Great American Race" with a deep dive into 2026 rule changes at the Daytona 500 & beyond. 1:00 - The Clash review 5:30 - NASCAR's 2026 R&D Center competition briefing17:08 - Daytona 500 qualifying changes 26:30 - Future host sites for The Chase finale 30:00 - NASCAR eyes a Guinness World Record 32:50 - Brad Keselowski cl
The Clash: Weather Update & What's Next
NASCAR Sr. Director of Marketing Services Justin Swilling joins to discuss the impact winter weather will have on The Clash this weekend at Bowman Gray Stadium.Hosts: NASCAR Communication's Mike Forde & Amanda Ellis + NASCAR.com's Nate RyanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Chase is back + 2026 rulebook updates
NASCAR announced on Monday the return to the Chase format with some updates to the old system! Win, and you're in, along with playoff points, are no more, as the top 16 drivers in points after 26 races will chase the championship. Mike and Nate discuss the behind-the-scenes discussions of the format change, along with several rulebook changes that will go into effect for the O'Reilly Auto
Looking back at the championship weekend in Phoenix
Mike, Amanda, and Nate wrap up the 2025 season after returning from Phoenix, kicking off by talking about the championship celebrations by Corey Heim, Jesse Love and Kyle Larson. Amanda explains what the champion goes through after they win and how winning multiple championships have different experiences. The group then talked about the Awards Ceremony moving two days after the Cup Serie
Sam Mayer suspended after Martinsville + behind the scenes of championship post-race
Mike, Nate and Amanda sit down for this season's penultimate episode of Hauler Talk. The big topic of discussion from Martinsville was Sam Mayer wrecking Jeb Burton after the checkered flag and what penalties were handed out. Nate inquired about why there were no free passes given out during some of the cautions at Martinsville. Then the group looked forward to this weekend's race in Phoe
Talladega recap, new Martinsville tire + San Diego street course reveal
NASCAR Communications' Mike Forde and Amanda Ellis are joined by NASCAR.com's Nate Ryan to review the YellaWood500 at Talladega. Coming up this weekend, Goodyear is bringing a new set a left-side tires to Martinsville for the penultimate race of the season. Plus, NASCAR's Managing Director of Track Development Jerry Kaproth explains how the San Diego street course was built. See Privacy P
Miscommunication entering pit road at Vegas
Mike and Nate kick off this week's show discussing the biggest storyline of the weekend, the wreck between Ty Dillon and William Byron. Then Mike and Nate dive into what is considered an uncontrolled tire and how that is determined. Finally, they talk about the angle of a few inside walls at Talladega that got changed to reduce the impact, like we saw with Christopher Bell in the spring r
Why the Xfinity finishing order took so long and team chatter about playoff standings
This week, Mike, Nate, and Amanda talk all things Charlotte Roval, starting off with why it took so long to finalize the Round of 8 for the Xfinity series. Mike discussed Chastain's move in the final corner and explained if it would be considered a rules violation or not, and Amanda talked about if spotters are allowed to tell their drivers about the playoff points situation.See Privacy P
Behind the scenes of the wild Kansas ending
Mike, Amanda and Nate discuss the events from the Kansas race weekend, including Zane Smith's unintentional wall ride, Brad Keselowski losing the free pass, and the crew chief ejections. Then they look forward to this weekend's race at the Roval where Xfinity might end the race under the lights, the addition of tire packs, and playoff car post-race inspection procedures.See Privacy Policy
Inching closer to a new Playoff format, deep dive into body approval process
Mike, Nate, and Amanda discuss the great racing at New Hampshire with the new tire, who parked Gibbs after coming out on track, and the New Hampshire tire test back in July. Then Mike drops some info about the options being weighed for the new playoff formats, and Chris Popiela joins to discuss the approval process for RAM or other OEMs to submit new bodies for competition.See Privacy Pol
Fires and tire wear at an eventful Bristol night race
This week on Hauler Talk Mike, Amanda and Nate look back at the race in Bristol. They discuss the length of cautions, the unexpected high tire degradation and the fires that broke out under a handful of Fords during the race. Afterwards, they discuss why William Byron had his free pass recinded during the race, Denny Hamlin's crew member suspension, and the Richmond tire in New Hampshire
Trackhouse landscaping at Gateway + Potential new playoff format
Mike, Nate and Amanda recap the action at Gateway, kicking off the episode by discussing the brake markers that fell off during the weekend. After they dove into the Trackhouse cars, driving through the grass post-race, and the potential consequences that could occur. Looking ahead to Bristol a new tire will be raced, and we will eliminate four drivers from the playoffs at the end of the
Zilisch's Portland detour, new tires for Gateway
Mike, Nate, and Amanda talk about the Xfinity race in Portland, what was learned, and Zilisch missing the first turn on the final restart. Then they talked about the action in Darlington and a new tire compound in Gateway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Byron to the Back, Zilisch to the Future
NASCAR's Mike Forde & Amanda Ellis alongside NASCAR.com's Nate Ryan discuss the 2025 regular season finale at Daytona and look ahead to Sunday's playoff opener at Darlington.(2:30) The 24 car fails inspection at Daytona. Crew Chief Rudy Fugle was ejected and the William Byron started at the back of the field. We go inside the inspection process.(17:30) Should NASCAR give relief driver
Inside NASCAR's 2026 Schedule Release
NASCAR EVP, Chief Venue & Racing Innovation Officer Ben Kennedy & Managing Director of Competition Operations Jusan Hamilton joins Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan to peel back the curtain on NASCAR's 2026 schedule release.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Richmond Raceway pit road penalties + Dr. Eric Jacuzzi discusses the new A Post flap for SuperSpeedways
This week Mike, Nate, and Amanda discuss what would've happened if the 19 team put one of their tires on the 23 car, Chase Elliott's pit road penalty, and Connor Zilisch's options for potentially returning at Daytona. Additionally, Dr. Eric Jacuzzi, Vice President of Vehicle Performance, joins the show to discuss the new A-post flap being introduced this weekend in Daytona and the process
Watkins Glen carnage and track limits
Mike, Amanda and Nate discuss an eventful weekend at the Glen. They discuss victory lane procedures after Connor Zilisch's fall on Saturday, waiver scenarios for Zilisch and an update on Stewart Friesen's waiver situation that should be finalized by Richmond. The group broke down what happened with the big accidents on Saturday, if Austin Hill and Zilisch were going to get penalized, and
The possibility of more horsepower in 2026 + Bristol's Speedway Classic
Mike, Amanda, and Nate recap the action at Iowa, discussing the oil at the end of the Xfinity race, speeding penalties during the Cup race, and the possibility of more horsepower for short tracks in 2026. Mike and Amanda also sit down with Steve Swift, the Senior Vice President of Operations for Speedway Motorsports. They discussed the process of installing and tearing down a baseball fie
Austin Hill's Indianapolis penalty and inspection behind the scenes
Hot off the press is the news that Austin Hill will serve a one-race suspension for the upcoming race in Iowa. Mike and Amanda explain how the decision was made to give out the suspension, and how the control tower determined to park Hill for five laps during the race. Nate asks Mike to explain how the random selection works for inspection each week, along with any changes surrounding the
NASCAR announces the new street course for 2026
Amanda sits down with San Diego track president Amy Lupo to discuss NASCAR's return to southern California. All three NASCAR national series will race in San Diego at Naval Base Coronado at the end of June.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pit stall etiquette when entering your box
Mike, Amanda, and Nate sit down to talk about a mostly clean race in Sonoma. They discuss how NASCAR viewed the situation between the pit crews of Brad Keselowski and Ty Gibbs during green flag stops, the Ty Dillon and Alex Bowman contact on the final lap, and why the race wasn't red flagged to fix the tire pack after the 47 contact.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali
Let's talk about cautions in Chicago
Mike and Nate are back from vacation, joining Amanda to talk about the Chicago cautions. We saw big hits by #51 Cody Ware and #21 Josh Berry, and there was a caution due to a spectator emergency. Plus the end of the original Chicago contract is up so what does that mean for the future of the Cup series? Mike, Nate, and Amanda break it all down in this week's episode of Hauler Talk!See Pri
What happens when 20+ cars wreck in Atlanta
This week on Hauler Talk, Amanda holds down the fort while Mike and Nate are on vacation and invites Kim Coon to cohost the show. The two speak with Director of Track Services Chase Brasears and Director of Technical Inspection Brian Goble, who walk them through their responsibilities when cars are wrecked. Amanda and Kim also discuss what happens behind the scenes as a pit road reporter.
An eventful Pocono + In-Season Challenge and broadcast partner talk with Brian Herbst
Mike, Amanda and Nate discuss the eventful weekend in Pocono! Everything from Dale Jr's win as a crew chief to Brad Keselowski's pit road mistake, and 23XI brake issues. The team then discusses the upcoming In-Season Challenge, which kicks off this weekend in Atlanta. Brian Herbst stops by to talk about broadcast partners and the thinking behind the In-Season Challenge.Brad Keselowski pit
NASCAR's international experience
Mike, Amanda, and Nate dive into Mike's experience during the Mexico City race weekend, where NASCAR visited the famed Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez for the first time. The team discusses travel issues, Hocevar's eventful weekend, what was learned from this weekend's race in Mexico, and the potential for NASCAR's return next year. Strap in for this week's edition of Hauler Talk!Mike's Mexi
Michigan to Mexico City
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan recap one of the highest-rated races of the season at Michigan and then turn their attention to a historic weekend in Mexico City. NASCAR VP of Event Experience Michael Verlatti joins the show to discuss what to expect at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.RUNDOWN: 0:45 Bowman wreck7:47: Hamlin penalty close call11:25: Elliott penalty reversal17:10: Keselo
NASCAR goes international
Mike, Amanda, and Nate discuss this past weekend's events in Nashville, the penalty to the 16 Kaulig team, and the presence of any aero changes for Michigan. Then, Tom Bryant, VP of Racing Operations, joins to discuss the challenges and logistics of taking the industry to Mexico City.Time Codes:1:22: Nashville recap3:50: Kaulig Penalty13:01: Logano crew no penalty on pit road14:53: Are ca
Logistics of the Double, horsepower, and the international provisional
Mike, Amanda, and Nate delve into the logistics of Kyle Larson's Double attempt, the great racing delivered on Sunday night during the Coca-Cola 600, possibly adding more horsepower in the future, and the conditions for the international provisional.Time Codes:0:46: Larson's Double reactions3:37: Raceday details for teams and media members8:59: The possibility of delaying the Coca-Cola 60
Jimmie Johnson, All-Star recap + HOF vote
Mike, Nate, and Amanda talk about the successes and controversies from the All-Star weekend at North Wilkesboro. Then Jimmie Johnson joins to talk Kyle Larson's Double, Jimmie's career, his experience as an owner of Legacy Motor Club, and Hall of Fame.0:42: Hall of Fame results5:50: Looking back at Wilkesboro11:59: Preece choose box18:41: Reaction to the promoters caution21:30: Possibilit
No. 17 Penalty, Driver meeting at Kansas + All-Star Race preview
BREAKING: The No. 17 is penalized after R&D center teardown. NASCAR Cup Series Managing Director Brad Moran has the details!NASCAR Communication Directors Mike Forde & Amanda Ellis are joined by NASCAR dot com reporter Nate Ryan to break down officiating and competition decisions at Kansas Speedway. Amanda takes you inside the room for optional drivers meeting at Kansas. Plus, rul
Championship weekend returns to Miami in '26 + Texas recap
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan discuss NASCAR's Championship weekend returning to Miami. Plus, a Texas recap & Full Speed Season 2 preview with NASCAR VP of Content John Dahl. 0:00: Welcome to the show! 2:00: Restart review protocols9:00: Free pass eligibility11:00: Texas track surface16:50: Listening to driver feedback29:20: Homestead Championship dates45:15: Kansas preview48
DQs at Talladega, Christopher Bell's hard hit + "run what you brung" at the All-Star Race
Welcome to Hauler Talk, now on the NASCAR YouTube page! Hauler Talk is NASCAR's new podcast that takes you inside the sport like never before.Hosts: NASCAR' Communication Director's Mike Forde & Amanda Ellis + NASCAR.com's Nate RyanGuest: Chase Brashears, NASCAR Director of Track ServicesRUNDOWN:(01:00) Joey Logano & Ryan Preece DQ'd after post-race inspection at Talladega(10:30)
All-Star Race format, Xfinity DQ's & the future of short-tracks
After taking a week off the Hauler Talk crew looks back at the racing from Bristol, the penalties from Rockingham and discuss the two big announcements from this week.2:46 Bristol tire discussion14:33 Potential short track changes16:00 Looking back at Rockingham24:00 How to curb not passing inspection26:30 History of the inspection process33:57 HOF nominations41:30 All-Star Race format49:
Throwback Weekend, No. 5 wreck & Bristol preview
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan discuss all things Darlington and welcome Executive Director of the NASCAR Alumni Network Amber Wells to the show.Denny Hamlin did not speed during his "money stop" at DarlingtonAddressing wifi issues for spotters at DarlingtonHow was the No. 5 late wreck viewed by NASCAR officials?Why NASCAR's new remote Race Control is a game changerShould there
Sammy Smith penalized after Xfinity melee at Martinsville
NASCAR officials penalized driver Sammy Smith on Tuesday for his on-track actions at the end of Saturday’s Xfinity Series race at Martinsville Speedway. NASCAR competition officials docked Smith 50 points in Xfinity Series drivers’ standings and also fined him $25,000.Managing Director of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Eric Peterson joins Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan to discuss the
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps
Steve Phelps joins Hauler Talk after being named NASCAR Commissioner.Hosts: Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate RyanRundown:(0:30) Welcome Steve Phelps to the show(2:00) Why a NASCAR Commissioner is unique compared to other sports(5:00) Steve O’Donnell new role(7:00) Leading NASCAR through COVID and being the first major sport back competing(15:00) The Commissioner's involvement in compet
Secret Service to NASCAR, Chase Elliott's penalty & returning to Martinsville
Mike Forde & Amanada Ellis welcome NASCAR's Managing Director of Security Allen Taylor to the show. Allen tells his story of retiring from the Secret Service to join NASCAR. We learn what it takes to put on a race weekend from a security perspective. Plus, Nate Ryan joins the show for a deep dive into Chase Elliott's pit road penalty, new NASCAR Insights statistics and the Cup series'
Inside Cup Series inspection + Wood Brothers win & pit road chaos in Vegas
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan are joined by special guest Brian Goble, Director of Technical Inspection NASCAR Cup Series.Rundown:(1:00) Josh Berry wins 1st Cup series race with Wood Brothers(11:00) The #88 truck was caught on camera and penalized(21:00) Christopher Bell pits in another teams pit box(36:00) Brian Goble, Director of Technical Inspection NASCAR Cup Series(1:24:06)
Tire testing, Logano's restart penalty, #19 wins appeal & more
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis and Nate Ryan are back to recap on-track competition decisions at Phoenix. Chase Briscoe wins his Daytona 500 appeal. NASCAR Xfinity Series Technical Director Jason Burdett joins the show. Plus, we address the rumors about the Mexico City race potentially moving to a new location. Spoiler alert: it's not.(00:30) Phoenix option tire review and Monday's tire testing
Austin Cindric penalized, COTA track limit confusion & Phoenix option tire
Mike Forde, Nate Ryan and Amanda Ellis review a busy weekend of racing at COTA & look ahead to Phoenix.(00:00) Austin Cindric is penalized for intentionally wrecking Ty Dillon(10:20) COTA track limit confusion(35:30) #5 team penalized for losing a tire off pit road(39:00) Katherine Legge makes her CUP debut in PHX(48:30) Mark Keto, Goodyear Sr. Technical Project Manager - NASCARSUBSCR
Last lap cautions, playoff committee, COTA changes + fan questions
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan discuss the latest NASCAR competition & officiating decisions.(1:00) Another weekend of last-lap caution controversy(18:00) Parker Kligerman loses appeal after Daytona Truck Series DQ(28:00) An update on the Chase Briscoe penalty appeal(30:30) NASCAR's Playoff Committee meets for the first time(39:30) Steve Swift, Speedway Motorsports Sr. VP Op
Inside key calls at Daytona + Race Director Jusan Hamilton
Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan address and respond to Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch's comments after the Daytona 500. Plus, Race Director Jusan Hamilton, who officiated the duels and 500, joins the show to debrief key decision making. Submit your fan questions for next week's episode to @MForde on X. (2:00-5:00) Where did the duel #2 checkered flag go?!(5:00-12:00) William Byron w
Daytona 500 changes + future of NASCAR Playoffs
Welcome to Hauler Talk – NASCAR’s New Podcast! Ever wondered what really goes on inside the haulers and in the boardrooms of NASCAR? Hauler Talk brings you an all-access pass to the inner workings of the sport like never before! From the high-speed world of competition to the competition strategy behind the scenes, we dive into all aspects of NASCAR—rule changes, officiating decisions. ma
