2025 INEX Pro Dirt Final Points Standings
CHAMPION: PRESTON MARTIN - Lincoln, North Dakota
TEAM: Redline Motorsports
STARTS: 43
WINS: 30 (Beaver Ram Raceway [1], Brown County Speedway [2], Buffalo River Speedway [1], Dacotah Speedway [9], Jamestown Speedway [6], McLean County Speedway [7], Nodak Speedway [2], Southwest Speedway [1], Tri-County Speedway (ND) [1])
PODIUMS: 38
2025 INEX LEGEND CAR DIRT NATIONALS (Nodak Speeday): 1st
TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS: McLean County Speedway
What is your favorite memory of the 2025 season?
There are always fun moments on the track, but my favorite memory this year for me is a combination of moments in the pits. I have had some greatest times traveling this year and meeting new people and trying new tracks. Moments like having bond fires after each night at nationals talking with people till 3am, being able to witness the "alphabet soup" at the 10k showdown with the Midwest Dirt Legend Series, and seeing the pits at Springfield Raceway where there were over 500 cars there that weekend in a pits that seemed to go on into the trees forever and to top it off they had string lights hung up in the trees which added a crazy awesome atmosphere.
What was your biggest challenge you faced this season?
My biggest challenge this year was the upcoming talent. There are so many relatively new drivers that are getting very competitive in what seems to be record time and its a strong reminder that sitting back and relaxing is never an option. The only reason I've been able to accomplish what I have is because the of the people around me constantly pushing me to be better both on and off the track and I cant thank them enough for it.
How does securing the national championship in your home state of North Dakota feel compared to your first national championship in 2023?
It's amazing being able to secure the title in ND. The last couple years I have had some bad luck at the Dirt National races and it was starting to look like that string of luck was going to continue before we were able to turn it around. I truly believe that we were able to turn our luck around because of our faith. I just have to thank God for being so good to me and blessing me the way he has.
What is a trait that a Legend Car driver must possess to be successful on the dirt?
I think a good trait for any driver to have that's very valuable on dirt is confidence. If you don't have confidence, not only in your car, but in your self than you need to focus on that right away.
Who were the people who helped you achieve the 2025 INEX Pro Dirt National Championship?
There are a ton of people who have helped me accomplish this goal. Janessa my wife and 2 little girls Arabelle and Vialla, my parents and brothers. Travis for helping me in the shop maintain the car. Jeremy for helping better understand setup. My family and fans for cheering me on and supporting me. My fellow racers both locally and abroad who have made racing a truly great time. And my sponsors Redline Motorsports, Lady J's Catering, Capital City Restaurant supply, Interstate Battery, Get Coffee'd, and Rivers Liquor.
Do you have your 2026 goals or plans already in place and if so, what are they?
My goals for 2026 are to try and go for a back to back Pro Dirt championship. and I'm sure there will be a few races as goals too but I have to see what comes out for schedules first.