They call Gunner Johnson “Super Mario.” However, instead of plumbing he works 70 to 90 hours a week at a variety of family businesses. Mostly
Author: J.A. Ackley
The Outside Groove Executive Editor has covered motorsports since 2000. His many awards include the 2019 Eastern Motorsport Press Association (EMPA) Jim Hunter Writer of the Year and the 2013 Russ Catlin Award for Excellence in Motorsports Journalism.
Southern Sizzler: $10,000-to-Win B-Mods in June at North Alabama
If you’re a modified racer (A- or B-mod), you might want to circle June 26-28, 2025, on your calendar for the Southern Sizzler: No Fender
Topless Outlaws: Scott Pass to Take Over the Reins
The Topless Outlaws, a steelhead dirt late model series in the Southeast, just had one of its most successful seasons yet. In September they had
Zach Sobotka Wins First Sprint Car Race with Damaged Wing
In only his fifth race in a sprint car, Zach Sobotka won. However, he didn’t feel destined for victory lane when the night started, and
Brandon Fouts: King of the Mountain Motor Speedway
Living just 20 minutes away in Kite, Kentucky, Brandon Fouts calls Mountain Motor Speedway his home track. With experience there going back to 2006, Fouts