{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"OUSC Podcast #224: 2026 Season Opener Recap, G2 Highlights, Standout Performances &amp; What\u2019s Ahead!","description":"      The 2026 Ultimate Street Car Association season is officially underway, and the opener at G2 Motorsports Park set the tone in a big way. From the first run to the final awards, the event delivered high-level competition, strong participation across multiple classes, and a smooth, efficient flow that reflects the continued evolution of the series. With updates to event operations and a team that moves quickly and adapts in real time, the weekend came together nearly flawlessly\u2014creating an experience that elevated both driver performance and overall event quality. This event proved that 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest seasons yet, with increased competition, new faces entering the field, and returning drivers continuing to push the limits. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who made it happen\u2014from the drivers and fans to the sponsors and event staff working behind the scenes. And a special thanks to Lou Gigliotti for building a world-class facility that continues to raise the bar. If this opener is any indication, we\u2019re just getting started.       ","author_name":"The Kibbe and Friends Show","author_url":"https:\/\/themusclecarplace.com\/podcasts\/the-kibbe-and-friends-show\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40634325\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/200160360"}