Racing With Autism – 2025 Season Preview
As the engines roar to life for another thrilling season in two weeks, Austin and the Racing With Autism team are ready to hit the track with determination, passion, and an unwavering belief in breaking barriers. Following a year of resilience and incredible support from our Racing With Autism community, 2025 promises to be a season of growth, fierce competition, and inspiration. It's hard to believe, but Austin hasn't been in a race car since the end of last August, and it's no secret that this is less than ideal. Seat time is one of the greatest contributing factors to racing greatness. It will take a monumental effort from Austin and the team to get him back up to speed at the season opener.
Racing Calendar & Goals
Austin will once again compete in the Radical Cup North American series, with the first race taking place at Sebring at the end of February. The team has been hard at work getting Roxie ready for battle, and Austin has been training intensely in anticipation of the season kickoff. Our focus remains on strong finishes, consistent results, and pushing the limits to showcase Austin’s talent on the biggest stages our budget allows. Our primary goal continues to be making Austin's dream of one day racing a GT4 or Prototype in IMSA under the Racing With Autism banner a reality.
A Season of Impact
Beyond the track, Racing With Autism continues to spread its message of hope and perseverance. Austin’s journey has inspired thousands, proving that “Just because you have autism, it doesn’t mean you can’t do great things.” This year, we’ll be visiting schools, events, and organizations to continue sharing Austin’s story, encouraging others to chase their dreams no matter the obstacles.
Gratitude to Our Supporters
This season wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support from our sponsors and fans. A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for their continued belief in our mission and dedication to making the 2025 season a success. Our 2025 sponsors include: Spark Power, Lincoln Electric, Ady's Big Army, Cal-Chip Electronics, Red Jar Capital, ACL, Hammond Mfg, Jiffy Lube, 6 Sigma Sim Racing, Wrap Force, Buczynsky Family Foundation, Rilli Racing, Utech Electronics and Forest Contractors.
Some of you who have followed along closely for the last few years will notice several sponsor names missing from that list. Unfortunately, corporate restructuring at a few of Austin's sponsors has led to a pullback in support for causes like ours. This is a significant concern as we head into the season with fewer funds than last year, and we all know how challenging 2024 was. As you can see from Austin's race car this year, there is plenty of room to add a new sponsor or two. If you or someone you know might be interested in supporting our journey, please reach out to us at info@racingwithautism.com. We would greatly appreciate the help.
A New Chapter Begins
With renewed energy and a stunning new look for Roxie, Austin is ready to take on 2025 with the same determination that has fueled his journey so far. Whether we’re battling on the track or inspiring off it, Racing With Autism is here to prove that barriers can be broken and dreams can be achieved.
Stay tuned for race updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and exciting announcements throughout the season. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey—we couldn’t do it without you! If you would like to show your support for all to see, the 2025 team crew shirt and hats are now available to purchase on our website. Use the promo code SUPPORT2025 to get 10% off.
Let’s make 2025 unforgettable!
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