Sunday Preview: Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals presented by Pennzoil
After a wild night of winner-take-all qualifying efforts and a Pro Stock qualifying order dictated by points standings, the order is set for race day.
After a challenging day full of weather-induced qualifying delays that caused a lot of shuffling of Sportsman racing and rescheduling of start times for NHRA’s four pro divisions, the stage is set for Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals…
Aaron Stanfield goes back-to-back in SAM Tech.edu Factory Stock Showdown
A lot has happened to Aaron Stanfield in the last month, and most of it has been good. In addition to reaching his first Pro Stock final in Gainesville, Stanfield has now won back-to-back races in the SAM Tech.edu Factory Stock Showdown after beating teammate David Janac in the Gainesville final, which was delayed by rain and ultimately moved to Dallas.
A lot has happened to Aaron Stanfield in the last month, and most of it has been good. The third-generation racer won his first race in the SAM Tech.edu Factory Stock Showdown at Indy when he beat Mark Pawuk in the final round. Then,…
Victories by Fletcher, Sawyer, DiGenova, and Munroe conclude SPORTSnationals
The rain-delayed JEGS SPORTSnationals from New England Dragway was finally completed Oct. 1 during the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Series event at Virginia Motorsports Park, with victories going to Thomas Fletcher, Brian Sawyer, Deborah DiGenova, and Craig Munroe.
The rain-delayed Aug, 22-23 JEGS SPORTSnationals from New England Dragway was finally completed Oct. 1 during the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Thomas Fletcher won Stock eliminator in his E/SA ‘…
Eckel, Guilmino, Foley score wins at second race at Virginia Motorsports Park
Don Eckel, Victor Guilmino, and Steve Foley led the list of winners as the Division 1 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event completed Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Virginia Motorsports Park:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Don Eckel, Piscataway, N.J., '09 Prostart, C/DA, 6.921, 186.90…
Mountain Motor Pro Stock exhibition returns to the Midwest Nationals
The 800-cubic inch engine, 1,900-hp Mountain Motor Pro Stock cars are back this weekend at the Mopar Express Lane Midwest Nationals presented by Pennzoil, where cool weather could produce a class record.
The 800-cubic inch engine Mountain Motor Pro Stock cars are back this weekend at the Mopar Express Lane Midwest Nationals presented by Pennzoil. These wooly mammoth naturally- aspirated race cars produce about 1,900 horsepower, use forward facing…
Chosen Payments renews partnership with NHRA as Preferred Credit Card Processor
NHRA has its renewed partnership with Chosen Payments as the preferred credit card processor of the NHRA.
NHRA has its renewed partnership with Chosen Payments as the preferred credit card processor of the NHRA.
Chosen Payments, the most trusted credit card processor in the payment processing industry, extended its multi-year agreement with…
#NationalDragsterForAll: Read free issues of NHRA National Dragster magazine
Free digital issues of NHRA National Dragster magazine have been made available to NHRA fans throughout 2020 as a way to expose our sport and its publication to new and old fans through their computers, smartphones, and social…
Roy Hill will pay homage to legendary Don Garlits on Pro Stocker in St. Louis
Roy Hill will showcase Don Garlits’ International Drag Racing Hall of Fame on the hood of his Mountain Motor Pro Stock Ford Mustang, driven by Mike Bell at this weekend’s Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals.
Roy Hill will showcase Don Garlits’ International Drag Racing Hall of Fame on the hood of his Roy Hill’s Drag Racing School Mountain Motor Pro Stock Ford Mustang, driven by Mike Bell at this weekend’s Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals…
Larry Larson vs. Rod Tschiggfrie to match race at Midwest Nationals this weekend!
Larry Larson and Rod Tschiggfrie are headed to World Wide Technology Raceway to match race at the 2020 Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals presented by Pennzoil
Larry Larson's Cadillac ATS-V and Rod Tschiggfrie's Oldsmobile 442 will go head-to-head at the at the 2020 Mopar Express Lane NHRA Midwest Nationals presented by Pennzoil. Larson will take his 2016 Cadillac built for the …
Kalitta Motorsports will support fight against breast cancer at October events
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, all three Kalitta Motorsports entries will be emblazoned with a pink ribbon featuring the iconic winged “Flying K” logo for the NHRA national events contested in October and J.R. Todd will wear a specially designed pink helmet.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, all three Kalitta Motorsports race cars will add pink to their livery for the NHRA national events contested in October.
“We have lost some brave women in our lives to breast cancer and we wanted…
Mike Janis has sights set on title run heading to Texas Motorplex event
Each race during the 2020 E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series season has gotten progressively better for former world champion Mike Janis, pushing him into the points lead in the ultra-competitive class.
Each race during the 2020 E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series season has gotten progressively better for former world champion Mike Janis, pushing him into the points lead in the ultra-competitive class.
Based on his most recent result…
Texas Motorplex will host Friday Night Live Oct. 16 to fire up NHRA FallNationals fans
To celebrate 35 years of world-class motorsports entertainment, the Texas Motorplex will be hosting Friday Night Live on Oct. 16 during the AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals.
To celebrate 35 years of world-class motorsports entertainment, the Texas Motorplex will be hosting Friday Night Live on Oct. 16 during the AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals.
Over the years, the drag racing super-track has hosted stunt shows,…
Cody Savage named new NHRA Southeast Division Director
Former Division 2 Services Coordinator Cody Savage has been named the NHRA’s Southeast Division Director (Division 2), serving NHRA member tracks in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Puerto Rico.
Former Division 2 Services Coordinator Cody Savage has been named the NHRA’s Southeast Division Director (Division 2), serving NHRA member tracks in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Puerto Rico. …
Championship drama, wide variety of classes will thrill AAA FallNationals fans
The NHRA AAA Texas FallNationals, Oct. 14-18 at Texas Motorplex, is one of the last four races of the NHRA Mello Yello Series season and this year, and along with the traditional playoff atmosphere, the event will feature additional classes.
The NHRA AAA Texas FallNationals, Oct. 14-18 at Texas Motorplex, is one of the last four races of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season and this year, and along with the traditional playoff atmosphere and title hopes are on the line, the…
Texas Motorplex will honor military, first responders with ticket offers, special guests
Texas Motorplex will once again offer members of the active or retired military, government employees and first responders a variety of ticket discounts during the 35th annual AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals Oct. 14-18.
This year during the 35th annual AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals, the Texas Motorplex will once again offer members of the active or retired military, government employees and first responders a variety of ticket discounts to the NHRA national event.…
Steve Matusek discusses his U.S. Nationals Pro Mod crash, safety-violation fine
NHRA E3 Spark Plugs Pro Mod Series driver Steve Matusek discusses with NHRA on FOX's Bruno Massel what he has learned from his crash at the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals and the subsequent fine he received from NHRA.
Randal Andras does it again -- scores fifth win of 2020 season in Gainesville
Mickey Thompson Tires Top Fuel Harley points leader Randal Andras scored his fifth win in sixth starts this season, defeating Chris Smith in the final round of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
Mickey Thompson Tires Top Fuel Harley points leader Randal Andras scored his fifth win in sixth starts this season, defeating Chris Smith in the final round of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
Rickie Smith claims first win of 2020 E3 Pro Mod season at Gainesville
On a special weekend that saw him share the winner’s circle with his son, Matt, multi-time world champ Rickie Smith raced to his first win of the 2020 E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series season at the Amalie Motor Oil Gatornationals.
On a special weekend that saw him share the winner’s circle with his son, Matt, multi-time world champ Rickie Smith raced to his first win of the 2020 E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series season on Sunday, beating Mike Janis in the final…
Rain claims Sportsman final rounds at Gainesville Raceway; Bellemeur wins TAFC
With the exception of Top Alcohol Funny Car, which was won by reigning world champion Sean Bellemeur, rain claimed the final rounds of Lucas Oil Sportsman racing, including the the SAMTech.edu Factory Stock Showdown, at Gainesville Raceway.
With the exception of Top Alcohol Funny Car, which was won by reigning world champion Sean Bellemeur, rain claimed the final rounds of Lucas Oil Sportsman racing and the SAMTech.edu Factory Stock Showdown at Gainesville Raceway during the Amalie…
Stevens, Smith take victories at SRCA Dragstrip hosts Division 5 Lucas Oil race
James Stevens and Kyle Smith scored alcohol-class victories as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series West Central Division was in action at SRCA Dragstrip.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division event at SRCA Dragstrip:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
James Stevens, Gothenburg, Neb., 5.355, 271.90 def. Aaron Cooper,…
Aragona Jr., Jewell, and Oakes lead Division 1 winners at Maple Grove Raceway
Frank Aragona Jr., Larry Jewell, and Shane Oakes were among those claiming Monday victories at the rain-delayed NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division event at Maple Grove Raceway
The following are Monday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Maple Grove Raceway:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Frank Aragona, Freehold, N.J., '19 Ken Keir, J/AA, 4.688, 146.73 …
Aragona, Worner, Kenny, Olt collect rain-delayed JEGS SPORTSnationals victories
Frank Aragona Jr,, Bryan Worner, Jason Kenny, and Walter Olt collected victories in the rain-delayed JEGS SPORTSnationals at New England Dragway, which were completed in conjunction with the Division 1 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Maple Grove Raceway.
Four final rounds from the rain-delayed JEGS SPORTSnationals at New England Dragway were completed in conjunction with the Division 1 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Maple Grove Raceway,.
Frank Aragona Jr, collected win No. 14 with his J/AA…
Thorne, Matusek bounce back quickly after Indy Pro Mod incidents
You can’t keep a good man down, especially if he happens to compete in the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Series. That certainly applies to Steve Matusek and Kris Thorne, who are both racing this weekend in Gainesville less than three weeks after destroying race cars in separate crashes at the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals.
You can’t keep a good man down, especially if he happens to compete in the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Series. That certainly applies to Steve Matusek and Kris Thorne, who are both racing this weekend in Gainesville less than three weeks after…
Bucher, Drew lead final winners as Division 3 Lucas Oil doubleheader wraps up
Mike Bucher and Ray Drew scored big wins to help wrap up the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division doubleheader event at World Wide Technology Raceway.
The following are Saturday's final results for TAD and TAFC and final qualifying results for Sunday 's competition from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at World Wide Technology Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL…
Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Saturday Preview
Six months after originally scheduled, the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will take place at historic Gainesville Raceway with Mello Yello Drag Racing series champions crowned in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle. Also on the docket is the E3 Pro Mod series, SAM Tech.edu Factory Stock Showdown, Mickey Thompson Top Fuel Harley series, and a full compliment of Lucas Oil Drag Racing series sportsman action.
The Gatornationals in September? For all the crazy and unpredictable things that have happened during the 2020 season, that surely tops the list. Then again, not much should surprise NHRA fans anymore. The reality is that we’ve got five events…
Eaton, Frantz, Wells lead winners at Beech Bend event conclusion
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division completed the rain-delayed Beech Bend Raceway Park event from World Wide Technology Raceway.
The following are Thursday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division rain delayed Beech Bend Raceway Park event from World Wide Technology Raceway.
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
David Eaton,…
Factory Stock racer Mark Pawuk on Ford vs. Dodge vs. Chevy, wheelstands, and racing in Gainesville
Mark Pawuk’s Drag Pak Dodge Challenger is second in points in the SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown, and in this Skype interview with Brian Lohnes he explains how this isn’t the first time he’s tangled with the Stanfield family
To catch all the action of the 2020 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Sept. 25-27 in person you can buy your…
National mortgage lender Guaranteed Rate sponsors Paul Richards Racing
Guaranteed Rate, one of the largest retail mortgage lenders in the United States, will be the primary partner on Dave Richards’ Ford Mustang for 51st annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
Paul Richards Racing has announced that Guaranteed Rate, one of the largest retail mortgage lenders in the United States, will be the primary partner on Dave Richards’ Ford Mustang for 51st annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
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Ron Capps, set to make move in Gainesville with a precision tune-up from Rahn Tobler
Though fifth in Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Funny Car points, Ron Capps is set to strike at the 2020 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals because #EveryRoundCounts!
Capps says Rahn Tobler has an aggressive attitude coming into the Gatornationals, and they will have to stay on the throttle—literally— this weekend to succeed.
To catch all the action of the 2020 …