Shirley Muldowney to become member of Bristol’s Legends of Thunder Valley
Three-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion Shirley Muldowney will be inducted into the prestigious Legends of Thunder Valley, Bristol Dragway's official Hall of Fame, during the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
Shirley Muldowney never raised a trophy at historic Bristol Dragway, but don’t let that glaring stat distract from the over-arching victory she claimed through her tenacity as a pioneering trailblazer in motorsports. One so significant that women…
NHRA ready to roar into Bristol for Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to Thunder Valley for another year of intense racing action at the 23rd annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway on June 7-9.
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to Thunder Valley for another year of intense racing action at the 23rd annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway on June 7-9.
A highlight on the NHRA circuit, all the…
Sportsman champions take center stage at NHRA New England Nationals
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals, seven drivers also scored victories in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway.
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals, seven drivers also scored victories in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway.
The Super Stock final was decided by…
5 Things We Learned in Epping
By all accounts, the NHRA New England Nationals was a home run with perfect weather, two days of sold-out crowds, and three very popular Professional champions, but in the end, what did we learn? As it turns out, we learned a lot, including these five key items.
By all accounts, the NHRA New England Nationals was a home run with perfect weather, two days of sold-out crowds, and three very popular Professional champions, but in the end, what did we learn? As it turns out, we learned a lot, including these…
Mason Wright grabs first career Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series win in Epping
Mason Wright drove to his first career victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ on Sunday at New England Dragway.
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Mason Wright drove to his first career victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ on Sunday at New England Dragway, defeating Jordan Lazic in the final round as part of this weekend’s 11th annual NHRA New England…
Kalitta, Force, and Troy Coughlin Jr. score New England Nationals victories
In front of a sellout crowd, Doug Kalitta, John Force, and Troy Coughlin Jr. collect wins at the 13th annual NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.
John Force finished off an impressive double-up weekend in front of another sellout crowd on Sunday at New England Dragway, as the 16-time Funny Car world champion outran teammate Austin Prock in the final round of the 11th annual NHRA New England…
Unofficial Mission Foods points standings
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the NHRA New England Nationals, the seventh race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the NHRA New England Nationals, the seventh race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Official points will be posted…
Second consecutive sellout announced for NHRA New England Nationals
NHRA and New England Dragway teamed up to announce a second day of sellout crowds at the 11th annual NHRA New England Nationals on Sunday.
NHRA and New England Dragway teamed up to announce a second day of sellout crowds at the 11th annual NHRA New England Nationals on Sunday.
The New England-based NHRA fans came in droves all weekend and sold-out New England Dragway both Saturday…
NHRA New England Nationals Sunday News and Notes
News, notes, quotes, and photos, from the final day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
News, notes, quotes, and photos, from the final day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
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On Saturday, officials from NHRA and New England Dragway jointly announced a sell-out crowd…
NHRA New England Nationals Sunday preview
The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to rustic New England Dragway for the New England Nationals, the seventh of 20 events on the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing calendar.
The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to rustic New England Dragway for the New England Nationals, the seventh of 20 events on the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing calendar.
Qualifying is complete and another sellout crowd is…
Prock, Kalitta, and Enders deliver No.1 qualifiers before sellout crowd in Epping
Friday leaders Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, and Erica Enders held on to the top spots in qualifying for the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.
Funny Car’s Austin Prock claimed his fifth No. 1 qualifier in the first seven races of the 2024 season in front of a sellout crowd on Saturday at New England Dragway, powering to the top spot at the 11th annual NHRA New England Nationals.
Doug…
Force, Torrence, and Glenn prevail in Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge
The latest round of the Mission Foods #2Fast2tasty Challenge went to John Force, Steve Torrence, and Dallas Glenn, who secured victories on Saturday at New England Dragway.
John Force powered to the win in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at New England Dragway, claiming the bonus event win in front of a sellout crowd as part of this weekend’s 11th annual NHRA New England Nationals..
Steve Torrence (…
Bellemeur, Gutierrez shine at Cavalcade of Stars event in Norwalk
Sean Bellemeur and John Paul Gutierrez led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division competed at Summit Motorsports Park for the 18th annual University Hospitals Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser.
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division 18th annual University Hospitals Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
John Paul Gutierrez…
Harris, Harder, Wick lead winners at Division 5 Lucas Oil Series season opener
Matt Harris, John Harder, and Alan Wick led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division competed in the Wick Buildings Race Shop Showdown Built by Dave River Construction at Tri-State Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division Wick Buildings Race Shop Showdown Built by Dave River Construction:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Matt Harris, Bellevue, Neb…
NHRA and New England Dragway announce Saturday sellout
NHRA and officials at New England Dragway announced a sellout crowd for Saturday qualifying at the 11th annual NHRA New England National.
NHRA and officials at New England Dragway announced a sellout crowd for Saturday qualifying at the 11th annual NHRA New England Nationals.
The passionate fanbase in the New England area again packed the historic facility in Epping, with a huge…
NHRA New England Nationals Saturday News and Notes
News, notes, quotes, photos, and video from the second day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
News, notes, quotes, photos, and video from the second day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
After last year’s NHRA New England Nationals was interrupted by rain (and ultimately completed a week…
NHRA New England Nationals Saturday preview
The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to rustic New England Dragway for the New England Nationals, the seventh of 20 events on the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing calendar.
Friday night qualifying at New England Dragway did not disappoint as the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing series pros delivered a solid show that included track record performances.
After the first two rounds of qualifying, Doug Kalitta, Austin…
Big on accountability, Grubnic sees better days ahead for Brittany Force
When it comes to Brittany Force's recent DNQ, crew chief David Grubnic doesn't duck accountability, noting "I need to make it right and I will make it right."
Accountability is a big component of success in professional sports and when it comes to drag racing, few people know that better than David Grubnic, crew chief on Brittany Force’s Monster Energy dragster. Coming off a rare DNQ in Chicago, Grubnic…
NHRA New England Nationals Friday News and Notes
News, notes, quotes, photos, and video from the opening day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.
News, notes, quotes, photos, and video from the opening day of the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.
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It seems like yesterday that NHRA made its first visit to New England Dragway but it’s actually been more than a…
Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series geared up for a full weekend in Epping
A return trip to New England Dragway for the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ also marks the first full appearance for the thrilling class at the fan-favorite facility as part of this weekend’s NHRA New England Nationals.
A return trip to New England Dragway for the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ also marks the first full appearance for the thrilling class at the fan-favorite facility as part of this weekend’s 11th annual NHRA New…
NHRA on FOX team earns 10 Telly Awards for television video excellence
NHRA’s broadcasting team was honored with 10 prestigious Telly awards, including a pair of Gold Tellys, for excellence in video and television across all screens.
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NHRA’s broadcasting team was honored with 10 prestigious Telly awards, including a pair of Gold Tellys.
The 10 overall Telly awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all screens, marks an incredible achievement and are the…
Watch the Division 3 Lucas Oil Series event from Norwalk free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Summit Motorsports Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Summit Motorsports Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Norwalk are Moser, Summit, Strange, and…
NHRA New England Nationals Friday preview
The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to rustic New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals, the seventh of 20 events on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series calendar.
The 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to rustic New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals, the seventh of 20 events on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series calendar.
The New England Nationals became a reality in…
American RV sponsors Division 3 Top Dragster/Top Sportsman programs
NHRA’s North Central Division has announced a multiyear agreement with American RV of Evansville, Ind., to present the Equal-i-zer Sway Control Hitches Top Dragster and Top Sportsman Shootout and Low Qualifier programs.
NHRA’s North Central Division has announced a multiyear agreement with American RV of Evansville, Ind., to present the Equal-i-zer Sway Control Hitches Top Dragster and Top Sportsman Shootout and Low Qualifier programs. The North Central Division…
Nathan Sitko wins 53rd Ignitor in record blasting fashion at Firebird
The 53rd edition of the NAPA Ignitor presented by The Blower Shop featured the second stop in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series for the AA/Funny Car division at Firebird Raceway.
The 53rd edition of the NAPA Ignitor presented by The Blower Shop featured the second stop in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series for the AA/Funny Car division at Firebird Raceway.
After three rounds of qualifying (from a field of 14 cars), the…
NHRA returns to New England Dragway; Pro Stock and Pro Mod also are back
Back at New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals on May 31-June 2, all the teams in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series are eager to return to the beloved track for a full event in front of another huge crowd at the fan-favorite facility.
Back at New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals on May 31-June 2, all the teams in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series are eager to return to the beloved track for a full event in front of another huge crowd at the fan-favorite…
Stalba, Beverett, Szupka star at Maple Grove Raceway Division 1 event
Karen Stalba, Chip Beverett, and Stephen Szupka led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division was in action at Maple Grove Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Maple Grove Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Karen Stalba, Hammonton, N.J., 5.401, 270.70 def.…
Hot Rod Drag Week racers will compete at NHRA New England Nationals
Hot Rod Drag Week competitors will return to the big stage of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series May 31-June 2 as part of a special Drag and Drive exhibition during the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.
Hot Rod Drag Week competitors will return to the big stage of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series May 31-June 2 as part of a special Drag and Drive exhibition during the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway. This special…
World’s quickest street cars shine in Peak Street Car Shootout
Eight of the world's quickest street-legal drag and drive cars gathered in Chicago for the Peak Street Car Shootout, where Dave Schroeder earned a final-round victory over Alex Taylor.
Six-second race cars are a common sight at NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series events, but six-second race cars that can also be legally street driven is another matter entirely.
Perhaps that’s what made the Peak Street Car Shootout presented…
New owners have renovated and re-energized historic Rockingham Dragway
Since Dan VanHorn and Al Gennarelli purchased Rockingham Dragway in the fall of 2022, they have poured time, money, and effort into renovating the historic facility with new racing and pit-area surfaces, timing and announcing systems, and upgraded bathrooms and concessions, to name just a few of the improvements.
In a time when some racetracks are disappearing, it’s good to shed light on track owners who are preserving and expanding the sport we love, and that's the story of NHRA member track Rockingham Dragway. When Dan VanHorn and Al Gennarelli purchased…