"Pontiac Nationals" w/ Pontiac Mike - Throttlestop's Back Bar Chats Episode #21

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Janotta—self-proclaimed muscle car junkie and Pontiac expert—as he tells the incredible underdog story of how a small-town gearhead with no major background in drag racing nearly stole the show at one of the biggest Pontiac-only drag events in the country: the 2006 Pontiac Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio (now Summit Motorsports Park).

With raw determination, a homegrown spirit, and a deep love for Pontiac power, Mike went rounds against some of the best in the nation—and almost won it all. But the story didn’t stop there. In 2007, just weeks after throwing a rod, Mike returned with a junkyard motor hastily dropped in, and once again found himself going rounds deep into the field.

This is a story of grit, passion, and perseverance. With racing legend Arnie “The Farmer” Beswick in his pit and support from family and friends, Mike’s journey shows how even what might seem like a small personal victory can feel monumental when you're chasing your dreams against all odds.

If you love Pontiac history, grassroots racing, or stories about real people giving everything they’ve got to chase down a moment of glory, you’ll want to hear this one.

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