Lost Speedways Season 1 Episode 2 In the Still of the Night

In the second episode of Lost Speedways season 1, entitled "In the Still of the Night," host and racing enthusiast Dale Earnhardt Jr. takes viewers on a journey through the remnants of long-forgotten racetracks across the United States.

This episode focuses on a racetrack in Middle Georgia that has been abandoned for over 60 years - Middle Georgia Raceway. Earnhardt Jr. speaks with locals and historians to uncover the rich history of the track, which was a hotspot for stock car racing in the 1950s and 1960s.

As he explores the overgrown remains of the track, Earnhardt Jr. shares stories from drivers and other officials who used to work and race at Middle Georgia Raceway. He also learns about the political struggles the track faced and how it ultimately led to its decline and closure.

In addition to the history of the track itself, "In the Still of the Night" touches on the cultural significance of stock car racing in the South during its heyday. Earnhardt Jr. delves into the origins of stock car racing and its rise to popularity in the region, highlighting the role that tracks like Middle Georgia Raceway played in bringing the sport to the masses.

Throughout the episode, Earnhardt Jr. also reflects on his own experiences racing on similar tracks and how the thrill and excitement of stock car racing still lives on today. "In the Still of the Night" offers viewers a glimpse into a bygone era of racing and celebrates the legacy of once-great tracks that have been lost to time.