Kody Hartlaub Prepares for Ten-Race PA Speedweek Grind

With the Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek on the horizon, Kody Hartlaub is gearing up for arguably the most challenging stretch of the season—a 10-day, 10-race trial that demands both endurance and attention to detail.

Hartlaub is entering this year’s Speedweek with a balanced perspective on his season so far. His goal this season was top-ten finishes, which he has achieved, but to a lesser degree than he’d like.  As a result, there remains a strong desire for improvement and consistency.  Last month, the East Berlin (PA) driver was transparent in sharing that his cars were better than he had been and he felt he needed to improve behind the wheel.

Hartlaub’s recent showing at Williams Grove was a confidence-booster and validation that his efforts to improve his skills behind the wheel are working.  He executed what he considers the best 30 laps he has ever run at the legendary oval.  It came against a highly competitive field with the All Star Circuit of Champions in town to challenge the PA Posse.  The run earned him a 10th-place finish out of 40 contenders.

It was a solid result, but it also demonstrates how a driver and team can do everything right and still not get exactly the result they desire.  The sport is tough.  It makes teams feel like they have to be great just to get good results.  That’s why Hartlaub and his team work so hard on their program, down to the smallest details.

RECENT RESULTS

CONFIDENT PREPARATION

Entering his second Speedweek, Hartlaub carries the confidence of experience.

“Because of racing so much now, I’m not anxious about new tracks. I just attack it like it’s another race,” he reflects, underscoring the maturity and composure he brings into the high-pressure environment. This familiarity, however, doesn’t imply complacency, as Hartlaub keenly focuses on each race as an opportunity to further refine his approach.

After competing in his first PA Speedweek in 2024 in the seat of the Trone Outdoor No.39, a notable change this year is that he will be competing in the NinetyFive Motorsports, Brewer Home Improvements, J Fuels, Bigham Appraisal, Moose Blocks, Griffith Plumbing Services, T&N Solutions No.95 owned by Pat Brewer and Hartlaub.

“This year I’ll be off work the whole week and I’ll be hands-on with the car.”, Hartlaub shared.

He and the team will take care of daily maintenance, handle motor swaps when necessary, and generally make sure they are prepared each night when they unload.

“It’s a lot for Pat, Justin, Austin, Lane, my dad (Kevin), and me to keep everything operating smoothly with the pace you have to keep to race ten times in ten days, but we will be ready.”, Hartlaub added.

Consistency remains the key pillar of Hartlaub’s ambitions for Speedweek. Recalling his fifth-place finish in last year’s Speedweek points standings, he aims to build on this foundation, continuing to target top ten finishes with an eye on the top five.

Speedweek isn’t all about those ten days, though.  A significant part of being successful is the planning and preparation that occur over the many weeks leading up to the series.

“We are being smart about which motor to run where. If things go as planned, we’ll only need to change motors twice during the ten races.”, Hartlaub said.

Hartlaub is poised to be a factor night in and night out throughout the series. Speedweek could be the turning point of Hartlaub’s season, helping him break through to more consistent top-ten finishes and more top fives.

UP NEXT

Hartlaub will kick off the 2025 Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek at Williams Grove Speedway on June 27th.  Be sure to stop by the NinetyFive Motorsports team souvenir trailer and pick up your Kody Hartlaub merchandise to show your support!  The full series schedule is listed below.

1. Jun-27 Williams Grove Speedway
2. Jun-28 Lincoln Speedway
3. Jun-29 BAPS Motor Speedway
4. Jun-30 Lincoln Speedway
5. Jul-1 Grandview Speedway
6. Jul-2 Port Royal Speedway
7. Jul-3 Hagerstown Speedway
8. Jul-4 Williams Grove Speedway
9. Jul-5 Port Royal Speedway
10. Jul-6 Path Valley Speedway

TRIBUTE REMINDER

As we prepare for the excitement of Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek, it’s important to remember the special tribute and fundraiser organized by J Fuels in collaboration with NinetyFive Motorsports in honor of the Late Patrolman Andrew William Duarte.

This meaningful event, beginning at BAPS Motor Speedway on June 29th, will feature a commemorative wing adorned with Patrolman Duarte’s details, highlighting his service and dedication.

Fans are encouraged to participate in a raffle to win this special wing, with proceeds supporting the Officer Andrew Duarte Memorial Fund. For a detailed overview of this heartfelt initiative and how you can contribute to honoring Patrolman Duarte’s legacy, please click the title below to visit the original press release:

J Fuels and NinetyFive Motorsports to Honor the Late Patrolman Andrew Duarte (or copy/paste this URL https://addicted2dirtpr.com/j-fuels-and-ninetyfive-motorsports-to-honor-duarte/)

Join us and the racing community in making a positive impact while celebrating the life of a true local hero.