Talbots Turn Fast Podcast

Derek Stewart has owned his 1968 Dodge Dart since he was 14 years old. Before he could get it back on the road safely, he had to replace a ton of rusty sheet metal and reverse years of mechanical neglect. Derek eventually got the car on the autocross course and was hooked. 15 years later, the car has several custom designed suspension pieces and over 500WHP which was good enough to get a 2nd place in the vintage class at Autocross Week 2026.

In this episode I talk with Blake and his crew chief and fiancé Ang about their Chevy Blazer known as the "Blazette". They are the creators of the Hubcaps and Handlebars You tube channel where they document their automotive shenanigans.

I gathered the entire group of guys I convoyed with during Autocross Week to share their experiences. 

In this episode I discuss my personal experience while participating in the 2026 Summit Racing Autocross Week. 

Autocross Week 2026 starts later this week. I decided to sit down with my crew chief for the week, Mrs. Turn Fast, to talk about the week. To my surprise she flipped the script and hit me with some very good questions. 

Tom and Debbie Farrington have traveled the country racing their Chevelle’s for over a decade in various series such as Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car, Good Guys Autocross, and UMI events. Tom’s 66 Chevelle started out as the typical pro touring appearance without the performance to back it up. It’s had a tremendous transformation over the years and now features a complete Ride Tech chassis, big LS HP, Bowler T-56 transmission and Forgeline wheels. While Debbie’s wagon runs a full compliment of UMI suspension components, LS power, and T56 transmission.

What started as a father/son restoration project after high school, Kyle Guillot’s 1969 eventually turned into a LS powered, Ride Tech equipped corner carver. Kyle is just over 2 years into auto crossing his Nova and has battled with the typical growing pains that go along with racing vintage iron. Find out more about Kyle and his Nova in the latest episode.

Josh Jones is the president of Operational Speed Supply, owner of Camaro Fest, and supporting sponsor of Optima Ultimate Streetcar. In his spare time, he races his budget-built 3rd Gen Camaro. If you are in the market for performance suspension components, Redline Fluids, Viking Shocks, or any other components for your hotrod, be sure to look up Operational Speed Supply and support the people that support our motorsport.

Charlie Hyatt’s purchased his 1969 Valiant to haul the family around, just like Plymouth intended back in the day. Once his family out grew the A-Body sedan, it was retired for some time before Charlie decided to build the ultimate shop car to help showcase his business, Innovative Rod & Custom.

Sean Bubeck has taken the road less travelled by choosing a 95 Ford F150 to be his racecar. Sean shares details about his truck including the Mustang S550 rear IRS and custom front suspension. He also details some engine challenges and upcoming changes to the chassis.