IndyCar Silly Season, Schaeffer Oil Legacy, and AJ Foyt Racing’s JP Moery
This week on The Pits Are Open, host Will Marotti and producer Alex Smith dive into the latest IndyCar silly season moves, celebrate new sponsorship partners, and talk legacy, leadership, and racing business with two powerhouse guests. First, Larry Hausetter, President of Schaeffer Oil, shares how the 186-year-old company built its foundation on faith, trust, and generational stewardship. Then, JP Moery, Senior VP at AJ Foyt Racing, breaks down the sponsorship calendar, the power of LinkedIn for motorsports marketing, and what’s ahead for Foyt’s 2026 campaign.
Presented by SpeedSport, Redline Ace, America’s Christian Credit Union, and new partner Schaeffer Oil.
00:00 – Opening & Sponsors: SpeedSport, Redline Ace, ACCU, new YouTube channel plug
00:31 – IndyCar News: Dennis Hauger joins Dale Coyne Racing; Andretti Global technical alliance; silly season updates with seats open at Foyt & Juncos
04:13 – Guest Segment: Larry Hausetter (Schaeffer Oil): His career journey (Shell, Texaco, Canadian oil sands), faith-driven leadership, and the Speed of Trust philosophy
13:40 – Schaeffer Oil Legacy: Founded in 1839, surviving fires, industry disruptions, and world wars; how generational stewardship defines the brand
23:45 – Racing Connections: 650 nationwide reps, WWII additives that shaped modern lubricants, and why racing is the ultimate proving ground
29:21 – Guest Segment: JP Moery (AJ Foyt Racing): From associations to motorsports, building sponsorship pipelines, and current budget cycle insights
32:00 – Sponsorship Strategy: Timing outreach, regime changes, and diversifying company contacts to protect relationships
37:22 – Digital Marketing Tips: Why LinkedIn is critical, website strategy for sponsors vs. fans, and AJ Foyt Racing’s new content initiatives
43:00 – Looking Ahead: Regional activations at Milwaukee, Phoenix, Arlington, and a focus on AI/tech partners for racing growth
45:10 – Transparency in Motorsports: JP on sharing openly in a traditionally secretive industry
Larry Hausetter – President, Schaeffer Oil; energy executive with 30+ years of experience in refining, leadership, and innovation.
JP Moery – Senior Vice President, AJ Foyt Racing; sponsorship strategist and founder of JP Moery Racing.
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