Kevin and Curt are joined by Scott McLaughlin, preview Bommarito Automotive Group 500

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin turn the focus to this weekend’s GMR Grand Prix on the IMS Road Course. They talk about historic trends since the race’s inception in 2014, and discuss the possibility of rain Saturday. They also break down the significance of the Month of May to the season-long points title in both IndyCar and Indy Lights. Kevin and Curt discuss the lengthy list of drivers they believe can win the Indy 500, including the chances for Juan Pablo Montoya. They take listener questions, such as Homestead potentially re-joining the IndyCar schedule. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway comes from Rinus VeeKay, who talked Wednesday about his contract situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Mai 202251min

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin discuss the news that Sarah Fisher will drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 in a 2023 Chevy Corvette Z06. They talk about the history of celebrity pace car drivers as well as race car drivers pacing the field. Kevin and Curt take listener questions, including one about recent news that Carvana is undergoing employee layoffs, and what potential impact that could have on Jimmie Johnson’s sponsorship. Indy Lights championship leader Linus Lundqvist joins the show to talk about his season so far, including his thrilling win in the wet conditions at Barber Motorsports Park. We also hear about his upbringing, what he expects this weekend on the IMS road course, and his hopes to join the IndyCar paddock. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is the impressive F1 TV ratings from the Miami GP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Mai 202252min

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin recap the F1 Miami GP, which was attended by nearly half of the IndyCar paddock. Kevin and Curt discuss the spectacle around Hard Rock Stadium, what was done well, some of the issues from the first event, and whether they think the Miami race has staying power with a Las Vegas GP coming next year. They talk about Michael Andretti’s efforts to join the F1 paddock as he talked to team principals over the weekend, and discuss the criticism of Indy 500 coverage from the Liberty Media CEO. Later in the show, Kevin and Curt break down the newest Silly Season news and rumors, including Alexander Rossi confirming to the IndyStar that his 2023 destination has been finalized. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway, is the livery reveal for J.R. Hildebrand’s red, white and blue car with A.J. Foyt Racing and ABC Supply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Mai 202252min

To wrap up the week on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin look back on the infamous ending to the 2011 Indy 500, and they remember the legendary Dan Wheldon. They talk about this weekend’s Formula 1 race in Miami, how that event can help IndyCar, and the latest on Michael Andretti’s potential expansion into F1. Kevin and Curt speculate on potential landing spots for Rinus VeeKay after the season, and whether or not he could end up back with Ed Carpenter Racing. Stefan Wilson is the 33rd and final entry into the Indy 500, and Wilson calls in to talk about how the entry with Dragon Speed, Don Cusick and A.J. Foyt Racing came together. We hear about some of the difficulties in getting the effort together, what he hopes the program can turn into, and the excitement level for this year’s 500. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is that Liberty Media is purchasing land in Las Vegas for next year’s F1 race in Sin City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Mai 202253min

Thursday on Trackside, the Indy 500 entry list is finally at 33, and Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin talk about how the Don Cusick/Dragon Speed entry with Stefan Wilson came together, and how Jay Frye and Larry Foyt played a key role in filling the field. They discuss the recent article by Jeff Gluck in The Athletic about Sage Karam’s mental health struggles following his IndyCar accident at Pocono in 2015, and Karam’s upcoming return to Pocono Raceway in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Former NASCAR champion crew chief Ray Evernham joins the show to talk about the upcoming Mecum auction at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We hear from Evernham about Jimmie Johnson’s transition to IndyCar, and some of the cars in his collection, such as Mario Andretti’s Brawner Hawk from 1965. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is that Formula 1 is back in the United States this week for the Miami Grand Prix, including comments from Bernie Eccelstone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Mai 202255min

On Wednesday’s Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin talk about the festivities surrounding May in Indianapolis. They discuss Nathan Brown’s report in the IndyStar that rookie Kyle Kirkwood plans to make his way to Andretti Autosport next year to presumably replace Alexander Rossi. They break down what ripple effects that move may have. Kevin and Curt mention that FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem visited Roger Penske at IMS Tuesday, and what that could mean for the Speedway, such as an IMSA or WEC race. They’re joined by Darren Jack from the Racing Hall of Fame Collection to give details on what you can bid on at the upcoming Prime 47 Burger Bash, coming up May 23rd. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is NBC’s announcement of the broadcast team for the Indy 500, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Danica Patrick, and of course, Kevin Lee!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Mai 202255min

Tuesday night on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin tie up some loose ends from the Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama, including how the day went for Alexander Rossi and Colton Herta, and the disappointing weekend from Meyer Shank Racing. They discuss the future of Felix Rosenqvist at Arrow McLaren SP. They’re joined by Graham Rahal to discuss his on-track run-in with Romain Grosjean, and the growing frustration among the paddock with the former F1 mainstay. We hear from Graham about his hopes heading to IMS, and an exciting charity announcement. Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway, is a pair of exciting wins in the Road to Indy from Myles Rowe as well as Jagger Jones, son of P.J. and grandson of Parnelli, plus a thrilling Indy Lights battle between Linus Lundqvist and Benjamin Pedersen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Mai 202252min

Monday night on Trackside, Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin return for nightly shows in the Month of May! They discuss the exciting IndyCar race at Barber Motorsports Park, won by Pato O’Ward, with Alex Palou and Rinus VeeKay rounding out the podium. Kevin and Curt break down how the race was won, the different pit stop strategies, and how the championship standings are shaking out four races in. They talk about O’Ward’s turn around after his “war with his team,” and his contract situation. Our News of the Day brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is that Alex Palou is back in the lead of the championship standings heading to the GMR Grand Prix. Later, Curt and Kevin discuss the conflict between Graham Rahal and Romain Grosjean, and give the latest on the 33rd entry for the Indy 500. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Mai 202252min