Rachel Zabawa Racing

Absolute rollercoaster weekend for the 62 car of Rachel Zabawa.

Friday night we came out swinging, starting 2nd, but chaos at the end dropped us back to 9th. Lost a couple spots right at the line avoiding contact with Jake in turn 4—kept it clean, even when it cost us. With it being a non-points race, we used the night as a full shakedown after a complete rebuild—getting Rachel comfortable and dialing the car back in.

Saturday night was all grit. Rolled off 13th and charged forward to 7th, carving through the field. Then around lap 8—no brakes. Front brake bolts snapped and it could’ve ended right there… but Rachel held on and still brought it home.

It wasn’t pretty, and it wasn’t the finish we’re after—but the speed is there and the fight is real.

We’ll regroup, fix the issues, and come back ready to make some noise next race. 💪🏁

Last night, Rachel shook the dust off and hit the track for the first time this season after a full off-season rebuild—and she said it felt right being back behind the wheel.

Tonight, it’s go time. First points race of the season. Let’s see what she’s got. 🏁🔥

👀 Ready or not starting our season this weekend.

Yesterday, we celebrated someone who means a lot to our team — Rachel Zabawa. We held off on posting so she could enjoy her birthday without the constant notifications, but today we want to take a moment to recognize her.

Rachel isn’t just a driver — she’s a leader, a mentor, and a huge part of what makes this team what it is. From setting the pace on the track to helping others grow in the sport, she represents everything we stand for. Coming off a championship season, she continues to raise the bar for everyone around her.

Please join us in wishing Rachel Zabawa a very Happy Birthday. We’re proud to have you leading the way and can’t wait to see what this next year brings. 🏁

Been a while since I have posted. A lot has happened in the last few months. Firstly, I want to start with a question I have been asked a lot lately. February 3, 2026, my mom had a stroke. Racing has taken a complete back seat until she was released from the hospital and back home. Most importantly, she is on the mend and doing a lot better.

Middle of March I finally started the process of breaking down the car to fix a few things on the frame and send it off to powder coat. Super thankful to Lucas Speed Factory to letting me rebuild the car in his shop.

My goal is to have the car back together and racing the first race in May at Gulf Coast Speedway.

Thank you to our race sponsors for understanding and to our race family that has checked in on us.

We’ll hopefully see you at the next race.

-Rachel

Proud to be apart of the Factor 1 Racing team. Huge thank you to everyone there. Without there help from car set ups and ordering parts a lot of this season wouldn’t have been possible. Excited to see what we accomplish this 2026 race season.

🏁 End of Year Season Recap – 2025 🏁

As we close the chapter on the 2025 race season, it’s hard to put into words just how proud we are of what this year brought. Through long nights, early mornings, constant travel, and plenty of hard-fought battles on the track, Rachel closed out the season as the 2025 Gulf Coast Speedway A-Class Points Champion. This championship wasn’t just won on race nights — it was earned through dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to giving 100% every single time she hit the track.

This season came with its share of challenges, especially balancing racing with international work travel, making the accomplishment even more meaningful. Staying focused, prepared, and competitive under those circumstances speaks volumes about Rachel’s determination and love for the sport.

We want to extend a huge thank you to all of our sponsors. Your continued support, trust, and belief in this team allow us to compete at a high level. From the equipment on the car to the ability to show up race after race, none of this is possible without you.

To our family and friends, thank you for the constant encouragement, the late nights at the track, the behind-the-scenes help, and the understanding that racing requires so much more than just race day. Your support means more than you know.

A very special thank you to Dad, Mom, Luke and Jeremy for always being there and holding everything together, especially during the times Rachel was out of the country for work. Whether it was making sure the car was ready, handling logistics, or keeping everything moving forward, your dedication and sacrifices were a huge part of this championship season.

As the year comes to an end, this is normally the time we’d be loading up and preparing for the Tulsa Shootout. This year, the team has decided to sit out from competing. While we won’t be on the track, we will still be traveling to Tulsa to support our fellow teams and drivers, because racing is family and we’re proud to stand behind those chasing their own goals.

Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey. This season will be one we always remember, and we’re excited for what the future holds.

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🏁 That’s a Wrap on the 2025 Race Season! 🏁

What a season it’s been — full of challenges, lessons, late nights, and unforgettable moments. We officially closed out our 2025 race season with several heat race wins, a long-awaited feature win, and proudly taking home the 2025 600 A-Class Points Championship!

To say this season was a grind would be an understatement. From the start of the year, we had one goal in mind — to bring home that championship. It wasn’t easy. There were nights where everything went right and nights where it felt like nothing would. We led races only to have a motor let go with just a few laps to go. We fought through fuel issues, setup changes, and even a few sleepless nights in the shop trying to get things just right. But every setback only made that feature win — and ultimately the championship — that much more meaningful.

Honestly, this points chase was one of the main reasons I stayed in the country this year instead of traveling for work. I couldn’t bring myself to walk away while we were in the fight, and I’m glad I didn’t. It all paid off in the end.

This season reminded me that racing isn’t just about trophies or points — it’s about the people who make it all possible.

🙌 To the fans:
Thank you for every time you stopped by to say hello, for every cheer from the stands, and for sticking with us through the ups and downs. Your energy keeps us going more than you know.

🏎️ To our incredible sponsors:
Your support means the world. From parts to travel, maintenance, and everything in between — none of this would’ve been possible without your backing and belief in both me and the car. You’re a huge part of why we were able to make this championship season happen.

Unfortunately, with the points chase keeping me grounded this year, my international work travel had to be postponed — which means we won’t be participating in the 2025 Tulsa Shootout. It’s a tough call, but sometimes you have to pick your battles.

We’ll still be watching and cheering on all of our racing family heading to Tulsa. Best of luck to everyone representing — go make it count!

As for us, we’re already turning our focus to the 2026 season. Plans are in the works, and we’re coming back stronger, faster, and hungrier than ever.

Thank you all again for an unforgettable 2025.
See you at the track soon! 👊

Excited to be back in the car this weekend. 🤘🏻 Should be an amazing night of racing and celebrating Winston. He was an amazing person and friend.

This will potentially be my last race of the season due to international work travel commitments. If you make it out, swing by and say hello.

This Saturday 🏁🏁🏎️🏎️. 28 Laps of wheel to wheel TURF car racing for the Winston Cup.🏁🏁🏁🏁🏎️🏎️🏎️.
Hyper Racing 600s
Turf Tire
Restricted
Sportsman
Jr Sprints
Mini Karts
Mighty Karts

Still at a loss for words from last night. Finally got our first feature win in the Factor 1 Chassis🏁.

Big thank you to my sponsors for all the support this season and being out at the track last night. Hopefully was can carry this moment on for the rest of the season. 🤘🏻

600 feature winner Rachel Zabawa