The EB1 Racing Chase for a Tulsa Golden Driller

Published on December 19, 2024 - (Updated on April 26, 2026)

Eric Braundmeier Gears Up to Battle for Glory and Chase after The Tulsa Golden Driller at the 40th Tulsa Shootout!

The countdown to 2025 has never been more thrilling as Eric Braundmeier takes center stage in the EB1 Micro Sprint world, piloting the mighty TDT Vehicle Inspection Appraisal Services, Sisk Lawn & Landscape, Tucker Automotive, A-Z Welding & Machine, V&H Fresh, Ferrellgas, and Hanning Racing Components 600cc Outlaw Micro Sprint. But Eric isn’t stopping there—he’s quadrupling his chances for victory at the Tulsa Shootout by also piloting the Eli Holding Racing (EHR) Micro Sprint in the Stock Wing and Non-Wing Classes. His mission? To bring home the ultimate prize: the coveted “Golden Driller” trophy!

Eric Braundmeier’s 2024: A Year of Remarkable Achievements

Eric enters the 40th Tulsa Shootout after an outstanding season filled with grit, skill, and determination, including:

• Hard Charger at indoor race in DuQuoin, Illinois
• 2nd in Points at Highland Speedway
• 3rd in WFO Points Across the Midwest
• Victories at Highland, Illinois and Jacksonville, Illinois
• 5 Top-3 Finishes
• 10 Top-5 Finishes
• 13 Top-10 Finishes
• A standout performance at Highland Speedway, where Eric went 10-2 to contend for a $5,000-to-win event after blowing a motor in the heat race and the entire crew coming together to swap out a full engine in the pits to fire the car just moments before the car hit the track.

These achievements underscore Eric’s tenacity and consistency as he prepares to tackle the biggest micro sprint event in the world. Want to help support this team in 2025? Send us a message!

The Stage is Set for a Historic Showdown

The TDT Vehicle Inspection Services crew is going all-in, traveling to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to provide full financial and mechanical support in the pits, ensuring Eric’s ride is primed for greatness. This isn’t just any race—it’s the biggest Micro Sprint showdown on the planet. Over 1,400 elite racers from across the globe converge in Tulsa to battle it out for ultimate bragging rights and a shot at racing immortality.

And here’s the twist: this epic battle takes place indoors! Yes, you heard that right—inside the massive SageNet Center, where a flat concrete floor is transformed into a thrilling quarter-mile clay oval. For one incredible week, this county fair arena morphs into a battleground of speed, skill, and adrenaline, culminating in the ultimate race to ring in the New Year.

What Does the Driver See at the Tulsa Shootout?

A Legacy of Legends

The Tulsa Shootout has a storied history, with notable champions like:

• Emerson Axsom: Multiple Winged Outlaw titles (2020, 2023, 2024)
• Blake Hahn: Nine victories, including Winged Outlaw and Outlaw Non-Wing titles
• Frank Flud: Dominated across Stock Non-Wing, A-Class, and more
• Jason McDougal: A historic triple-win night in 2018
• Joe B. Miller: An iconic charge from 24th to 1st in 2017

These champions have set the standard, and Eric Braundmeier is ready to etch his name alongside theirs in racing history.

The Countdown to Glory Begins

As the Tulsa Shootout celebrates four decades of high-octane action, Eric Braundmeier stands poised to leave it all on the track. With a powerhouse team, a stellar season behind him, and an unyielding drive to claim the Golden Driller, this New Year’s showdown promises to be one for the ages. Want to join in on the action? Checkout the Tulsa Shootout Website for more information on this unforgettable event!