Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Dual National Championship Elite Eight Results - Engine Builder Magazine

Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Dual National Championship Elite Eight Results

Starting on Friday Dec 9, the top four SEMA Teams went head to head against the top four PRI teams in the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Dual National Championship Elite Eight. Each team competed 3 times, and had their time averaged to determine the overall winner.

image004

The Hot Rodders of Tomorrow 2016 Season came to an exciting conclusion this past weekend at the Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis. After 43 teams qualified for the National Dual Championship, 20 teams went to compete at the SEMA Show and 23 teams had gone to the PRI Show. Starting on Friday Dec 9, the top four SEMA Teams went head to head against the top four PRI teams in the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Dual National Championship Elite Eight. Each team competed 3 times, and had their time averaged to determine the overall winner.

Team Howards Cams, an all-girls team coached by Jill Arata from Belvidere North High School, took fourth place from the Elite Eight Finals at the 2016 PRI Show with an average time of 21:05.  This was the first ever all-girls team to make it to the Elite Eight Finals.

Team Fragola, from Peach County High School, took third place with an average of 19:12. Team Fragola also won the Parts Pro Perfect Engine award with the fastest time of 16:46. The Parts Pro Perfect Engine Award is earned when a team rebuilds the engine accurately and efficiently.  4 out of the 5 teammates have been competing in the Hot Rodders of tomorrow Engine Challenge for the past 4 years.

image002

Coming in second place was team Holley, from Forsyth Central High School, with a great average time of 18:50. Jacob Cochran from Team Holley stated, “I have learned leadership skills and how to work with new people. I have learned that communication is key to being productive as a whole. Hot Rodders of Tomorrow impacted my life experience as well. The friendships I have built with Hot Rodders have impacted my life greatly.”

In first place came Team Comp Cams, from Burton Center for Arts and Technology, with an amazing time average of 17:43. Chris Overfelt, coach for Team Comp Cams, has previously won the 2014 Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Championship. Coach Chris Overfelt stated, “This year, my team practiced hard to be accurate and quick. During the Elite Eight Competition, I was overwhelmed by being in such a tight group of times. I am very proud of my team and their effort to become the 2016 Hot Rodders of Tomorrow National Champion.”

Each team earned scholarship opportunities from OTC, SAM Tech, UNOH, and UTI.

Below is the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Championship Elite Eight Final result.

School State Team Instructor Time Average
1st Burton Center for Arts & Technology #4 VA Comp Cams Chris Overfelt 17:43.3
2nd Forsyth Central High School #1 GA Holley Marlo Miranda 18:50.0
3rd Peach County High School GA Fragola Johnny Rickerson 19:12.7
4th Belvidere North High School #1 IL Howards Cams Jill Arata 21:05.3
5th Fremd High School #1 IL Taylor Steven Elza 21:20.3
6th Elkhart Area Career Center IN Be Cool Ryan Gortney 21:23.3
7th C D Hylton High School VA Vibrant Eddie Stevens 23:44.0
8th Fremd High School #2 IL Aeromotive Steven Elza 24:56.3

 

You May Also Like

TOPDON USA Donates $25,000 for Auto Techs

TOPDON USA, a provider of cutting-edge technology and advanced tools for auto repair professionals and enthusiasts, has announced the donation of $10,000 cash and $15,000 in products to TechForce Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the education, training and career development of aspiring auto technicians. To date, TOPDON has donated over $66,000 to aid organizations

TOPDON USA, a provider of cutting-edge technology and advanced tools for auto repair professionals and enthusiasts, has announced the donation of $10,000 cash and $15,000 in products to TechForce Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the education, training and career development of aspiring auto technicians. To date, TOPDON has donated over $66,000 to aid organizations and schools that are dedicated to preparing the next generation of auto technicians around the world.  

Amsoil Becomes Official Lubricant of Lingenfelter Performance Engineering

AMSOIL INC. has formed a strategic partnership with Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) to make AMSOIL products the official lubricants of LPE performance-engineered products. LPE is renowned for its cutting-edge engine builds and engine and chassis tuning components. They also provide component product-development services, durability testing and life-cycle improvements for manufacturers. Founded in 1973, LPE has

Liqui Moly USA Promotes Two to VP of Sales

The two VPs will help assist in shaping the future of the sales department and driving the success of Liqui Moly.

Formula Drift and Partners to Launch Student Program

The 2024 Driven Experience will be free for students and schools, and will include all eight rounds of the 2024 Formula Drift season. 

Mobil 1 Marks 50th Anniversary with Celebratory Racing Liveries

Mobil 1 will showcase specially designed full-car wraps and icons in IMSA, WEC, Formula 1, NASCAR, NHRA, MotoGP, and more.

Mobil 1 50th anniversary gold liveries

Other Posts

Mazak Joins Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute

Continuing its leadership role in secure digital connectivity and Industry 4.0 manufacturing, Mazak has joined major cybersecurity research universities and enterprises throughout the country as a collaborative partner with the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII).  Related Articles – Holley Announces 2024 Flagship Events – Motul Partners with Vance & Hines in Numerous Racing Series –

Holley Announces 2024 Flagship Events

Experiential events reinforce Holley’s commitment to serving customers across traditional and growing aftermarket verticals.

Motul Partners with Vance & Hines in Numerous Racing Series

Motul’s oils and lubricants will be used by Vance & Hines in King of the Baggers, Twins Cup, and NHRA.

NTK Technologies Announces Merger into Niterra North America, Inc.

NTK Technologies, Inc. has announced it will merge with Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc.). The merger aligns with the organization’s strategy to unify its global brand and aims to enhance its competitiveness and agility in responding to changing business environments. The merger will take effect on April 1, 2024, and