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WFO Radio AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals Winners Edition

26 Sep 2018
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The WFO Podcast, AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals Winners Edition, features Steve Torrence, Tanner Gray, Matt Smith, and Stevie “Fast” Jackson. Torrence discusses his back to back victories and heading back to Dallas, the site of his 2017 crash…
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Jianna Salinas continues road to Pro Stock Motorcycle license

Daughter of Top Fuel Dragster pilot Mike Salinas tests at Gateway Motorsports Park in progression towards license. 
26 Sep 2018
Jacob Sundstrom, NHRA National Dragster Associate Editor
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“I’m hard on myself, but we’re getting closer. Like you said, it’s good that I have people around me to push me in the right direction.” Like father, like daughter. Jianna Salinas is a senior at San Jose State University, the state school in the…
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Tanner Gray to transition to NASCAR K&N East Series

Pro Stock leader Tanner Gray will transition to new challenge following 2018 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season.
25 Sep 2018
Jacob Sundstrom, NHRA National Dragster Associate Editor
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Tanner Gray
Pro Stock leader Tanner Gray will compete in the NASCAR K&N East Series full time in 2019 with DGR-Crosley with an eye on a spot in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The 2017 Automobile Club of Southern California Road to the Future Award…
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Lixar I.T., Inc. named Software Technology Provider of NHRA

Lixar I.T., Inc., a data-driven software company that provides technology solutions, has been named software technology provider of NHRA.
25 Sep 2018
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Lixar
Lixar I.T., Inc., a data-driven software company that provides technology solutions, has been named software technology provider of NHRA. The new partnership will help create a NextGen NHRA VIP credentialing system when it comes to NHRA, NHRA…
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Mello Yello Countdown playoffs hit halfway point at Texas Motorplex

The NHRA Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship reaches the halfway point of the 2018 season as the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series powers back to Texas for the 33rd annual AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 4-7 at Texas Motorplex.
25 Sep 2018
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Dallas
The NHRA Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship reaches the halfway point of the 2018 season as the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series powers back to Texas for the 33rd annual AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 4-7 at Texas Motorplex. The…
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Rampy scores No. 99 at Gateway Motorsports Park

In the final results from the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals and the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, David Rampy claimed victory and took home is his 99th NHRA national event win this weekend at Gateway Motorsports Park. 
24 Sep 2018
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David Rampy
In the final results from the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals and the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, David Rampy claimed victory and took home is his 99th NHRA national event win this weekend at Gateway Motorsports Park.    Rampy,…
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Stevie "Fast" Jackson captures second-straight Pro Mod win

Stevie “Fast” Jackson raced to his second consecutive win during the E3 Spark plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
23 Sep 2018
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Stevie Fast Jackson
Stevie “Fast” Jackson raced to his second consecutive win during the E3 Spark plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals. This weekend’s Pro Mod racing, presented by Real…
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Hight rides out fiery explosion, guardwall shunt in victorious final-round run

Funny Car racer Robert Hight was involved in an on-track incident during his winning final elimination round at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
23 Sep 2018
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Funny Car racer Robert Hight was involved in an on-track incident during the final elimination round at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals. Hight, the Mello Yello points leader, won the race against Tim Wilkerson and when the car crossed the…
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Pritchett runs NHRA’s first 7-second pass; takes charge with second-straight Factory Stock title

Top Fuel star Leah Pritchett drives Don Schumacher Racing Dodge to a second-straight win in the SAM Tech NHRA Factory Stock Showdown at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals
23 Sep 2018
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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LEAH
After winning the last two races in the School of Automotive Machinists and Technology NHRA Factory Stock Showdown, Leah Pritchett is now in a prime position to be crowned the series champ in the special event, which features factory-built races…
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Mike Castellana takes pole with national record Pro Mod run at AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals

Mike Castellana set the national elapsed time record Saturday afternoon in front of a sold out crowd to clinch the No. 1 qualifying position at the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
22 Sep 2018
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Mike Castellana
Mike Castellana set the national elapsed time record Saturday afternoon in front of a sold out crowd to clinch the No. 1 qualifying position at the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA…
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NHRA officials announce Saturday sell out of AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals

NHRA and Gateway Motorsports Park officials announced a sellout for Saturday at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals in Madison, Ill. The event held in the shadow of the famous St. Louis Arch draws fans from across Illinois, Missouri, and surrounding states.
22 Sep 2018
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St. Louis
NHRA and Gateway Motorsports Park officials announced a sellout for Saturday at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals in Madison, Ill. The event held in the shadow of the famous St. Louis Arch draws fans from across Illinois, Missouri, and…
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Janis races to current Pro Mod No. 1 at AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals

Mike Janis raced to the current No. 1 qualifying position at the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
21 Sep 2018
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Mike Janis
Mike Janis raced to the current No. 1 qualifying position at the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals. This weekend’s Pro Mod racing, presented by Real Pro…
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Pro Mod rookie Ray showing constant improvement heading to St. Louis

20 Sep 2018
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Pro Mod
It may be Jeremy Ray’s first season competing in the talent-filled and ultra-competitive E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service, but he is hardly performing like one. Ray, a Pro Mod veteran, took the next step in…
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Nobile taking advantage of opportunities approaching AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals

Vincent Nobile wasn’t sure if he was going to run the full NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series tour in 2018 but now is firmly entrenched in the hunt for his first Pro Stock world championship heading to this weekend’s AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
20 Sep 2018
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Vincent Nobile
Vincent Nobile wasn’t sure if he was going to run the full NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series tour in 2018. Two early-season wins changed that and now the Pro Stock standout is firmly entrenched in the hunt for his first world championship heading…
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Real Pro Mod Association named presenting sponsor for Pro Mod racing at St. Louis

The Real Pro Mod Association (RPM) has been named the presenting sponsor for the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals.
20 Sep 2018
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RPM
The Real Pro Mod Association (RPM) has been named the presenting sponsor for the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service portion of this weekend’s AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motorsports Park.…
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Palmer and crew ready to bounce back after body-shedding Reading incident

Top Fuel racer Scott Palmer experienced a heart-stopping moment during eliminations at the Dodge NHRA Nationals when bodywork began to fly off his car, temporarily obscuring his vision. The veteran driver talked to NHRA Indy bureau chief John Kernan about the incident and repairs that have been made.
20 Sep 2018
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Scott Palmer
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WFO Radio Dodge NHRA Nationals Winners Edition

20 Sep 2018
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WFO
Dodge NHRA Nationals Winners Edition featuring Steve Torrence, J.R. Todd, Vincent Nobile, and Hector Arana Jr. and Lucas Oil alcohol winners Troy Coughlin Jr. and Sean Bellemeur. Brian Massingill from SAM Tech talks Factory Stock Showdown in St.…
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Schumacher set to become first Top Fuel driver to compete at 500 events

At this weekend’s AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals, Tony Schumacher will become the first Top Fuel pilot to compete in 500 events. He'll also become just the eighth driver in NHRA history to reach the milestone.
20 Sep 2018
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Tony Schumacher
Tony Schumacher has accomplished many incredible feats and “firsts” throughout his storied NHRA career, and at this weekend’s AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals in Madison, Ill., Schumacher will be able to add first Top Fuel pilot to compete in…
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Wins the only thing on Hight’s mind heading to next stop on Countdown trail

A semifinal showing last weekend and only five races remaining during the 2018 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season, puts a supreme importance on Robert Hight doing well at this weekend’s AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals
19 Sep 2018
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Robert Hight
Before the NHRA Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship started, defending Funny Car world champ Robert Hight thought it would take a certain amount of wins to claim a second title. After a semifinal showing last weekend and only five races…
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Defending Top Fuel world champ Force looks to rebound in St. Louis

Defending Top Fuel world champion Brittany Force didn’t have the start she wanted at the NHRA Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship opener, but it’s not going to change her approach. 
18 Sep 2018
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Brittany Force
Defending Top Fuel world champion Brittany Force didn’t have the start she wanted at the NHRA Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship opener. That means Force has work to do at this weekend’s NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series stop, the AAA…
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Jim Oberhofer released from Kalitta Motorsports

Veteran crew chief Jim Oberhofer, a member of the Kalitta Motorsports team for more than three-decades, has parted company with the Ypsilanti, Mich.-based organization.
18 Sep 2018
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Jim Oberhofer
Team Kalitta owner Connie Kalitta released Jim Oberhofer from Kalitta Motorsports and his position as crew chief for the Mac Tools Top Fuel dragster team driven by Doug Kalitta, effective immediately. Oberhofer has been a member of Kalitta…
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Tricky Tipster: Torrence, Todd, Gray, and the Smiths favored in St. Louis

Tricky Tipster picks Steve Torrence, J.R. Todd, Tanner Gray, Matt Smith, and Rickie Smith as the pre-race favorites for the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals
18 Sep 2018
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Tricky Tipster
The first race of the Countdown featured a few surprises and a few big shake-ups in the battle for Mello Yello championships with Steve Torrence as the only incoming points leader to reach a final round. The second Countdown race in St. Louis…
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Berry Sleepy Products joins Jim Dunn Racing at St. Louis event

Berry Sleepy, an all-natural sleep aid, will be sponsor the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car at the AAA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motorsports Park.
18 Sep 2018
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Jim Dunn Racing
Berry Sleepy, an all-natural sleep aid, will be sponsor the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car at the AAA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motorsports Park. Berry Sleepy combines three superfruits (Passion Fruit, Goji Berry, and Tart Cherries) that provide a…
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Courtney Force will appear on Lifetime network’s ‘Live Life Forward’ Tuesday

NHRA Mello Yello Funny Car championship frontrunner Courtney Force will be featured on the Lifetime television series, 'Live Life Forward,' a show dedicated to spreading awareness about how deeply lives can be changed through community involvement, on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 a.m.  
17 Sep 2018
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Courtney Force
NHRA Mello Yello Funny Car championship frontrunner Courtney Force will be featured on the Lifetime television series, Live Life Forward, a show dedicated to spreading awareness about how deeply lives can be changed through community…
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Beck, Ricchezza, Warner and Hookway win division, heading to nationals

Shayne Beck, Matt Ricchezza, Faith Warner and Don Hookway each grabbed big wins at the NHRA Summit Racing Series Northeast Division Finals and will now head to Pomona, Calif., and the Summit National Championship.
17 Sep 2018
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Division 1
Preview | Recap ATCO, N.J. – Shayne Beck, Matt Ricchezza, Faith Warner and Don Hookway each grabbed big wins at the NHRA Summit Racing Series Northeast Division Finals and will now head to Pomona, Calif., and…
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Coughlin Jr., Bellemeur victorious at Maple Grove Raceway

In the final results from Maple Grove Raceway and the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Troy Coughlin Jr. and Sean Bellemeur took home the wins in Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car respectively.
17 Sep 2018
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Troy Coughlin
In the final results from Maple Grove Raceway and the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Troy Coughlin Jr., Delaware, Ohio, and Sean Bellemeur, Placentia, Calif., took home the wins in Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car respectively.…
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Howard doubles, Hobbs wins team title

Jake Howard doubled up in Dallas, taking home to top honors in both Pro ET and Sportsman while the team from Hobbs Motorsports Park captured the Team Championship at the NHRA Summit Racing Series South Central Division Finals at Texas Motorplex.
16 Sep 2018
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Summit
Jake Howard doubled up in Dallas, taking home to top honors in both Pro ET and Sportsman while the team from Hobbs Motorsports Park captured the Team Championship at the NHRA Summit Racing Series South Central Division Finals at Texas Motorplex…
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Parker, Hough win at Woodburn

In the final results from Woodburn Dragstrip and the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Kim Parker closed the deal in Top Alcohol Dragster for her first Lucas Oil Series win while Brian Hough collected his 18th in Top Alcohol Funny Car.
16 Sep 2018
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Division 6
Preview | Friday | Saturday In the final results from Woodburn Dragstrip and the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Kim Parker closed the deal in Top Alcohol Dragster for…
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Latest issue of NHRA National Dragster now online (Vol. 59 No. 19)

NHRA National Dragster’s 19th issue of 2018, featuring coverage of the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals and more, is online now for NHRA members, and it’s in the mail to homes and shops around the world.
13 Sep 2018
NHRA National Dragster staff
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NHRA National Dragster’s 19th issue of 2018, featuring coverage of the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals and more, is online now for NHRA members, and it’s in the mail to homes and shops around the world. In addition to our coverage from…
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Defending world champ Krawiec looks to continue run of success at Dodge NHRA Nationals 

Racing at Maple Grove Raceway, the site of this weekend’s Dodge NHRA Nationals, has seemed to always bring out the best in defending Pro Stock Motorcycle world champ Eddie Krawiec.
13 Sep 2018
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Eddie Krawiec
Racing at Maple Grove Raceway, the site of this weekend’s 34th annual Dodge NHRA Nationals, has seemed to always bring out the best in defending Pro Stock Motorcycle world champ Eddie Krawiec. Now that the race serves as the kickoff to the NHRA…
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