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Join us for Cars & Coffee Saturday at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum

Southern California fans are invited to join the NHRA and NHRA legend John Force at the Cars & Coffee event at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum at Fairplex, Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8–10 a.m.
03 Dec 2025
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Cars and Coffee
Southern California fans are invited to join the NHRA and NHRA legend John Force at the Cars & Coffee event at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum at Fairplex, Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8–10 a.m.Bring your hot rod, classic, late-model, or daily…
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Cruz Pedregon Racing announces leadership transition, sets sights on strong 2026

Crew chief Jason Bunker has departed Cruz Pedregon Racing to pursue other opportunities, the organization announced while wishing him well.
03 Dec 2025
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Cruz Pedregon
Crew chief Jason Bunker has departed Cruz Pedregon Racing to pursue other opportunities, the organization announced while wishing him well.With this transition, CPR is focused on refining its program and building the foundation for a stronger, more…
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NHRA fans can vote now to help select the Top 75 Moments in NHRA history

As the NHRA prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2026, fans can weigh in by voting for the most memorable moments of NHRA’s first three-quarters of a century to create a definitive list of the Top 75 Moments in NHRA history.
03 Dec 2025
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Top 75 Moments
As the NHRA prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2026, fans are being invited to weigh in by voting for the most memorable moments of NHRA’s first three-quarters of a century to create a definitive list of the Top 75 Moments in NHRA history…
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In Memoriam

03 Dec 2025
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In Memoriam
Recent passings of notable figures from within the NHRA world. The NHRA extends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of those we have lost. Notices of passing can be sent to nhra@nhra.com…
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2025 Pro Stock season stats

NHRA keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical categories in Pro Stock.
03 Dec 2025
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Pro Stock season stats
NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical…
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Richard Gadson, Dallas Glenn talk titles; breaking crew chief news revealed

On this in-depth episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Richard Gadson and Dallas Glenn join host Brian Lohnes to talk about their first championships in the world of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing, and we've also got some deep insider breaking crew chief news.
02 Dec 2025
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NHRA Insider
 On this in-depth episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Richard Gadson and Dallas Glenn join host Brian Lohnes to talk about their first championships in the world of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing. The two hardcore racers…
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John Force Racing expands with signing of Alexis DeJoria in third Funny Car

John Force Racing will expand to four teams for the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and beyond with the signing of 2014 NHRA U.S. Nationals Funny Car winner Alexis DeJoria to a multiyear contract.
02 Dec 2025
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Alexis DeJoria
John Force Racing will expand to four teams for the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and beyond with the signing of 2014 NHRA U.S. Nationals Funny Car winner Alexis DeJoria to a multiyear contract with the 24-time world championship…
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Alexis DeJoria on joining JFR and hopes for the season ahead

Following this morning's announcement that she will be driving her Bandero Café entry under the John Force Racing umbrella in 2026, Alexis DeJoria offered some further thoughts about the new arrangement and the 2026 season.
02 Dec 2025
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Alexis DeJoria
Following this morning's announcement that she will be driving her Bandero Café entry under the John Force Racing umbrella in 2026, Alexis DeJoria offered some further thoughts about the new arrangement and the 2026 season.How did this move…
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New Rockingham Dragway grandstands completed for 2026 NHRA national event

Things are shaping up nicely at Rockingham Dragway, which next September will host its first NHRA national event, the NHRA Nationals at The Rock, with the completion of new grandstands at the famed North Carolina racetrack.
01 Dec 2025
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Rockingham
Things are shaping up nicely at Rockingham Dragway, which next September will host its first NHRA national event, the NHRA Nationals at The Rock, with the completion of new grandstands at the famed North Carolina racetrack.In a post on Facebook,…
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2025 Pro Stock Motorcycle season stats

NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical categories in Pro Stock Motorcycle.
28 Nov 2025
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2025 Pro Stock Motorcycle season stats
Drag racing might seem to be limited in stats compared to stick and ball sports like baseball, but NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking…
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NHRA launches Black Friday–Cyber Monday ticket special for 2026 national events

NHRA fans will have a rare chance to jump ahead of the 2026 75th Anniversary season with a major holiday-ticket promotion running Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
28 Nov 2025
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Black Friday–Cyber Monday
NHRA fans will have a rare chance to jump ahead of the 2026 75th Anniversary season with a major holiday-ticket promotion running Black Friday through Cyber Monday. From 12:00 a.m. Friday to 11:59 p.m. Monday, ticket buyers can take advantage of an…
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Happy Thanksgiving from NHRA

As the year comes to a close, the NHRA family extends heartfelt gratitude to our fans, racers, and sponsors who make this incredible journey possible.
27 Nov 2025
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Happy Thanksgiving from NHRA
As the year comes to a close, the NHRA family extends heartfelt gratitude to our fans, racers, and sponsors who make this incredible journey possible.To our loyal fans, your energy and passion fuel the heart of NHRA. Whether you're cheering…
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Thank you, fans, for being a big part of this incredible 2025 season

In an open letter to NHRA fans, NHRA President Glen Cromwell recaps the 2025 season, previews the 2026 75th anniversary season, and offers thanks to all for their incredible support.
26 Nov 2025
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Glen Cromwell
To Our Fans:We were thrilled you were part of this incredible 2025 NHRA season, which opened at Gainesville Raceway and led everyone on a spectacular ride that featured unforgettable moments across the country.With Mission Foods as a terrific series…
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Pine Valley Raceway returns to NHRA family as official member track

Pine Valley Raceway has officially rejoined the NHRA Member Track Network as part of NHRA’s South Central Division, bringing East Texas’ historic quarter-mile track back under the NHRA banner for 2026 and beyond.
26 Nov 2025
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Pine Valley
Pine Valley Raceway has officially rejoined the NHRA Member Track Network as part of NHRA’s South Central Division, bringing East Texas’ historic quarter-mile track back under the NHRA banner for 2026 and beyond.Located in the heart of Lufkin, Texas…
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Star-studded driver lineup for 'Rev n Roll' charity bowling event

NHRA headliners Alexis DeJoria, Cruz Pedregon, Tony Stewart, and Ida Zetterström will help kick off the festivities at the recently revived "Rev n Roll" fundraiser benefiting Riley Children’s Foundation on Dec. 10 at Western Bowl in Indianapolis.
25 Nov 2025
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Rev n Roll
NHRA headliners Alexis DeJoria, Cruz Pedregon, Tony Stewart, and Ida Zetterström will help kick off the festivities at the recently revived "Rev n Roll" fundraiser benefiting Riley Children’s Foundation on Dec. 10 from 6 – 9 p.m.The event returns to…
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The Insiders dive into the Procks, JFR, rumors, speculation, and more

On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, NHRA National Dragster's Kevin McKenna joins Brian Lohnes for a comprehensive dive into one of the biggest NHRA stories in years, the departure of the Prock family from John Force Racing.
25 Nov 2025
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Insider
This is the show you wanted, and so, it's the show you're going to get. On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, NHRA National Dragster's Kevin McKenna joins Brian Lohnes for a comprehensive dive into one of the…
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John Force Racing and the Prock family part ways

John Force Racing and Austin and Jimmy Prock have ended the racing partnership that produced NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car championships the past two seasons for the 24-time championship organization.
24 Nov 2025
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Force
John Force Racing and Austin and Jimmy Prock have ended the racing partnership that produced NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car championships the past two seasons for the 24-time championship organization.“John Force Racing has been…
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Two million meals provided via DHL/Kalitta 'Race to End Hunger'

DHL Express and the 2025 “Race to End Hunger” partners donated two million meals to Feeding America and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank as DHL Express, Kalitta Air, and Kalitta Motorsports united their efforts in the “Race to End Hunger.”
24 Nov 2025
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Race to End Hunger
DHL Express and the 2025 “Race to End Hunger” partners donated two million meals to Feeding America and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, bringing the program’s overall six-year total to 14 million meals. With some 47 million people in the United…
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Rain, Heartbreak, and Bad Takes: An Insider recounts the Finals

On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Brian Lohnes takes you through his manic experience at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona.
21 Nov 2025
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NHRA Insider
 On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Brian Lohnes takes you through his manic experience at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona.  From a breakdown of the weekend as only an Insider can to the logistics…
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Rollie Miller named general manager at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park

NHRA officials have announced that Rollie Miller has been named general manager at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
21 Nov 2025
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Rollie Miller
NHRA officials have announced that Rollie Miller has been named general manager at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.Miller, who started in the role on Nov. 17 and is based out of NHRA’s Indianapolis office, brings a wealth of experience to the…
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It was John Force's world, and we were all thrilled to be living in it

Last week, John Force announced his retirement from driving after 50 years, 16 championships, and 157 race wins. In this retrospective, NHRA National Dragster Editor Phil Burgess recounts some of the many memorable Force moments he witnessed.
21 Nov 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
John Force
Like almost everything John Force has done in his life, his announcement last Thursday of his retirement from driving was largely unexpected and unscripted. To hear those around him tell it, he made the decision just minutes before an NHRA press…
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Ray Martin wins Holley Never Rest award at In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals

Top Alcohol Funny Car racer Ray Martin, who competed at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, was named the recipient of the event's Holley Never Rest award.
20 Nov 2025
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Holley Never Rest award
Top Alcohol Funny Car racer Ray Martin, who competed at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, was named the recipient of the event's Holley Never Rest award.After facing mechanical issues with the Miner Brothers car in Las Vegas, he decided to retrieve…
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Vote now to help select the 2025 NHRA National Dragster All-Star Team

NHRA fans can vote for their favorites to earn a prestigious spot on the 2025 NHRA National Dragster All-Star Team, a program created by the staff of the official NHRA magazine.
20 Nov 2025
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2025 NHRA National Dragster All-Star Team
NHRA fans can vote for their favorites to earn a prestigious spot on the 2025 NHRA National Dragster All-Star Team, a program created by the staff of the official NHRA magazine. Fans can only cast a ballot once.Fans can vote on NHRA.com for…
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Behind the Scenes at the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Series awards ceremony

The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony celebrated the best racers of the season in a gala affair at the Pechanga Resort Casino. Here's a look behind the scenes at the event.
19 Nov 2025
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Behind the Scenes at the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony
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Photo Gallery: 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony

The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony was held at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Southern California Wine Country. Here's a selection of photos from the special evening.
19 Nov 2025
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Rob Flynn named crew chief of Maddi Gordon’s Carlyle Tools Top Fuel dragster

NHRA team owner/driver Ron Capps has announced the addition of crew chief Rob Flynn as the lead tuner of the Carlyle Tools Top Fuel dragster, driven by Maddi Gordon. In 2026, Gordon will make her professional debut and will be a leading contender for the NHRA Rookie of the Year award.
19 Nov 2025
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Rob  Flynn
NHRA team owner/driver Ron Capps has announced the addition of crew chief Rob Flynn as the lead tuner of the Carlyle Tools Top Fuel dragster, driven by Maddi Gordon. In 2026, Gordon will make her professional debut and will be a leading contender…
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Teams of Kalitta, Prock, Anderson, Herrera win Crew of Year awards

The teams of Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Gaige Herrera were named the winners of the NHRA Crew of the Year presented by Red Line Oil.
18 Nov 2025
Crew of the Year
The teams of Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Gaige Herrera were named the winners of the NHRA Crew of the Year presented by Red Line Oil. The winners were announced as part of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony.…
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John Force and Greg Anderson welcomed into 1,000-Round Win Club

Prior to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony, 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force and six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson were installed as the first two members of the 1,000-Round Win Club.
18 Nov 2025
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1000 wins
Prior to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony at the Pechanga Resort & Casino, 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force and six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson were installed as the first two members of…
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2025 NHRA Mission Foods Series champions honored at awards ceremony

First-time world champions Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson were honored Monday evening, along with two-time world champs Doug Kalitta and Austin Prock during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort Casino in scenic Southern California Wine Country.
17 Nov 2025
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awards ceremony
First-time world champions Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson were honored Monday evening, along with two-time world champs Doug Kalitta and Austin Prock during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort…
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Lucas Oil Series winners shined on a rainy weekend in Pomona

With Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action stopped by persistent rain, the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series produced the only winners at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, completing their action on Thursday, and led by Super Comp winner Chad Webber, whose victory earned him the world championship.
17 Nov 2025
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Super COmp
With Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action stopped by persistent rain, the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series produced the only winners at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, completing their action on Thursday.Jason Grima, a former Australian Pro Stock…
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