Drag Racing with No Arms – Matt Stutzman & PennGrade1 Want to Go 200 MPH in the 1/8th Mile
Matt Stutzman is nothing short of inspirational.
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series 2023 Schedule
Officials with the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, which features some of the top Sportsman drivers in drag racing, have announced the schedule for the 2024 season features stops at standout racing facilities across the country, including a pair of new facilities. Beginning on February 16-17 at Orlando Speed World Dragway (Orlando), the upcoming
Tales of NHRA Drag Racing with Clay Millican’s Crew Chief Jim Oberhofer
Better known by many as simply Jim O, we got the chance to speak with Jim Oberhofer, Clay Millican’s NHRA Crew Chief with Rick Ware Racing, during a visit to Pro Motor Engines in Mooresville, NC earlier this year. Jim O was there along with another member of Clay’s team as one of the team’s
Discover Pro Tips & More at Drag Racing Sponsorship Summit
Racers, teams, promoters and sponsors at all levels of competition are invited to join sponsorship guru Alex Striler and more than a dozen top panelists from some of the biggest brands in motorsports for the 2023 Drag Racing Sponsorship Summit. The all-virtual conference—available through Zoom—takes place March 28, from 4-7 pm Pacific / 6-9 pm Central,
CP-Carrillo High-End Steel Alloys for Drag Racing
These alloys are 22% and 44% stronger, respectively, than the traditional Carrilloloy, optimizing rod design and capitalizing on stability, while reducing the weight.
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Title Sponsorship of the NHRDA Diesel Drag Racing and Sled Pulling Series
Hot Shot’s Secret is pleased to announce the title sponsorship of the National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) series. NHRDA, billed as the world’s largest diesel organization, promotes diesel events throughout North America including diesel drag racing, sled pulling, show ‘n shines, dyno competitions, and burnout competitions. At this time, NHRDA has committed to five
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series 2023 Schedule Announced
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, starring some of the best and most decorated sportsman drivers in drag racing, has announced the schedule for the upcoming 2023 season. Starting on February 3–4 at Orlando Speed World Dragway in Orlando, Florida, the season will include 46 total divisional events and 24 regional events, finishing November 3–5
WDRA Announces Sportsman Bracket Drag Racing Series
The World Drag Racing Alliance (WDRA) announced the creation of the Sportsman Drag Racing Series for bracket racers competing at WDRA member tracks in 2023. WDRA member tracks will contest the Sportsman Drag Racing Series during local points races in 2023, and each member track will crown champions in eligible classes. Qualified winners will then advance to
Organizers Launch All-New World Drag Racing Alliance (WDRA)
Businessman Don Scott—the former partner at Central Illinois Dragway in Havana, Illinois—has announced the new World Drag Racing Alliance (WDRA) sanctioning body for drag racing. Scott Gardner, the multi-track owner and former president of the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) from 2013 to 2016, will serve as a consultant. As part of the announcement, a
NHRA Announces Full 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series Schedule
NHRA has announced the full 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule, which will include a pair of Pep Boys NHRA All-Star Callout races in Gainesville, Florida, and Indianapolis, Indiana, as well as a return to the fan-favorite Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Illinois. “We’re proud of everyone involved who worked so hard to get
Nostalgia Drag Racing League (NDRL) Announces Modified Production Class
Officials from the Nostalgia Drag Racing League (NDRL) have announced the addition of a modified production class after Midwest Modified Production President Danny Kellams and the NDRL have agreed to merge Midwest Modified Production into NDRL. “This addition of these vintage, high-winding, wheel standing, gear slamming race cars is sure to please the fans [as] they
Voice of Drag Racing Dave McClelland Passes Away
Dave McClelland, 85, the voice of the NHRA through the ’70s, ’80s and early ’90s, both on television and at the racetrack, passed away May 22 of natural causes. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing, which was quiet and peaceful. McClelland, whose skills, talent, and charm reached all corners
Pure Stock Muscle Car Drag Racing
We may never know if the chicken or the egg came first, but we do know the car was here before the drag race, though not by much. It didn’t take long before early cars were lining up, side-by-side, and drag racing became a thing. Ford’s flathead V8 came next, and the decade of the
Don Garlits Museum Announces 2022 Inductees for Int’l Drag Racing HOF
The Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing has announced its class of 2022 for the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame. Inductees will be honored during the 32nd annual International Drag Racing Hall of Fame Banquet on Thursday, March 10, at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center in Gainesville, Florida. Pro Mod and Funny
Lucas Oil Marks Two Decades Sponsoring NHRA Drag Racing Series
Lucas Oil Products reinforces its commitment as the Presenting Sponsor and Official Oil of the NHRA Drag Racing Series, part of the largest and fastest racing organization in the world. Heading into its 21st year of support, Lucas Oil remains a cornerstone sponsor and all-encompassing partner of the National Hot Rod Association. “Lucas Oil has
Update on Drag Racing Engines
When it comes to the foundation of drag race engines these days, a majority of builders are into the Hemi and the 481X platform.
VP Racing Fuels Supports the British Drag Racing Hall of Fame
VP Racing Fuels, Inc., has committed to sponsor the British Drag Racing Hall of Fame Gala. “VP Racing Fuels is excited to be part of this year’s British Drag Racing Hall of Fame Gala,” said Tom Davis, VP Racing Fuels’ UK and European Business Development Manager. “VP has a long tradition of supporting drag racing
NHRA Drag Racing Returns to Long Island, NY
Calverton Executive Airpark, located in Long Island, New York, has become the newest NHRA member track. The announcement marks drag racing’s return to Long Island after a 17-year hiatus. The closest drag racing venues for the region are Island Dragway in New Jersey (131 miles away) and Atco Dragway, also in New Jersey (169 miles away). The
ANDRA Launches New Australian Drag Racing Championship Series
The Australian National Drag Racing Association (ANDRA) has established the new Australian Drag Racing Championship (ADRC), set to launch with a 2021-2022 season beginning next month. For the inaugural season, ADRC events will be held across four states and five venues in Australia, including the Hidden Valley Drag Strip, Alice Springs Inland Dragway, Adelaide International
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series 2021 Schedule
Officials have released the 2021 schedule for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, where NHRA’s Top Sportsman competitors battle for national, regional and divisional championships. Celebrating its 20th year, the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series begins 2021 at Orlando Speed World Dragway on February 4-6 and concludes at The Strip at Las Vegas