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The Insiders dig into the Eastern Swing, preview Bristol

On this rollicking episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join the show to talk about the first two races of the NHRA three-race Eastern Swing.
09 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
NHRA Insider podcast

 

On this rollicking episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join the show to talk about the first two races of the NHRA three-race Eastern Swing, how they have gone, the stories they have produced, and what's to come at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol.

The race will feature a new track surface, the Funny Car and Top Fuel finals from Epping on Friday night, and all the action that one of the most breathtaking venues in the country can provide.

The show opens with a monologue from Brian Lohnes about the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, the impact they have on the area, and more. Get informed before this culmination of the three-race NHRA Eastern Swing begins on Friday!