NHRA - National Hot Rod Association

Jordan Vandergriff will enter this weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals as the first driver of the Bob Vandergriff Racing Driver Development program. Vandergriff will be piloting the A/Fuel Dragster tuned and owned by Anthony Dicero of the Nitro University. 

Vandergriff, the 23-year-old nephew of Top Fuel team owner and pilot, Bob Vandergriff Jr., will run a 12-race tour for the 2018 season. 

“I’m looking forward to watching Jordan compete, it has been a dream of his to do this and I’ve been really impressed at how quickly he’s progressed in the car,” said Bob Vandergriff Jr. “The next step for him now is to line up against somebody and I think he’s now ready to do that.”

The team recently attended a private test session in Florida where Jordan made a total of eight runs and posted a stout 5.34 at 263 mph run. With testing completed, Vandergriff is ready for the big stage. 

“I am extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity to make my debut at the Gatornationals,” said Jordan. “It is a dream come true and an honor to compete against the best Top Alcohol drivers in the world.” 

With the collaboration between BVR driver development program and Nitro University, Bob Vandergriff is excited about the future of the sport. 

“The partnership between Anthony Dicero and myself is exciting,” he said. “Not only with my nephew driving, but our plan is to create opportunities for other young drivers to compete and help them with the progression of their careers as well.” 

Jordan will receive additional support from Hedman Hedders, Trans Dapt Performance, and Hamburger’s Performance Products. The Nitro University represents Clevite, CP Carrillo, Lucas Oil, Manley, TBM Brakes, XRP, Manton, Boninfante Friction, and PXP Racewear.