This week’s episode of WFO Ignition is packed with high-octane motorsports action and analysis, hosted by Joe Castello alongside the full cast of characters!
The crew dives deep into NASCAR’s exciting new championship points system for 2026, as the sport revives “The Chase” format. After the 26-race regular season, the top 16 drivers advance to a 10-race postseason where the highest points total crowns the champion—no more eliminations or single-race finales! Wins now award 55 points (up from 40), emphasizing consistency and rewarding race victories even more. The team breaks down how this shift rewards full-season performance while keeping the playoff intensity fans love.
Gio in Miami brings the heat with a fresh SportsCollision segment, recapping the thrilling College Football Playoff action where the University of Miami Hurricanes edged out Ole Miss 31-27 in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl semifinal. Carson Beck’s clutch late touchdown run sealed the win, sending Miami to face Indiana in the National Championship game—marking a historic moment for the program!
Sue Morris previews the start of midget racing madness with the 2026 Chili Bowl Nationals kicking off in Tulsa (January 12-17), featuring over 300 competitors chasing the Golden Driller trophy, plus the early vibes from the Monster Energy Supercross season opener in Anaheim, where the high-flying action is already underway.
Plus, host Joe Castello delivers the latest updates on his personal passion project, Project Pontiac—the restored 1978 Trans Am tribute to his late father, now hitting the track in NHRA competition with big power and even bigger heart.
Tune in for unfiltered debate, insider takes, laughs, and the signature WFO energy from the full crew—don’t miss this one! WFO!
