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Register for the 2026 NHRA Dodge Tour de Michigan

NHRA 75th Anniversary

Tour de Michigan

To Hell and the Track

Join Dodge, NHRA and performance enthusiasts from across the Midwest for an unforgettable cruise through the heart of Michigan’s automotive culture.

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Tour Date September 17, 2026
Starting Line 7:30 a.m. · Auburn Hills
Open To All Makes and Models

On September 17, 2026, NHRA returns to Michigan with a Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event for the first time in 66 years—and we’re bringing race fans from across the Midwest with us.

The NHRA Dodge Tour de Michigan gives car and truck enthusiasts an opportunity to cruise together from Dodge headquarters in the Motor City to Martin, Michigan, for the 2026 Dodge NHRA Great Lakes Nationals presented by MOPAR . The tour is open to Dodge owners and performance-vehicle enthusiasts of all makes and models.

Participants will meet at 7:30 a.m. on the campus of Stellantis North America headquarters before embarking on an unforgettable end-of-summer cruise showcasing the automotive culture that makes Michigan unique. Participants can travel at their own pace along a suggested route with Dodge and NHRA representatives—all the way to the fastest race ever run in the Great Lakes State.

Pickup Points

Start with us in Auburn Hills or join the cruise at one of the planned pickup points as the tour travels across Michigan.

Hell

Take the road to Hell as the tour visits one of Michigan’s most memorably named destinations and signature photo locations.

Lansing

The tour continues through Michigan’s capital city as more automotive enthusiasts join the journey west.

Grand Rapids

Participants gather in West Michigan before beginning the final portion of the cruise to the track.

Final Destination — Martin

The cruise concludes at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park for the 2026 Dodge NHRA Great Lakes Nationals presented by MOPAR.

Dodge will bring its official driving school to Michigan and Tour de Michigan  registrants are invited to participate in an exciting, hands-on Dodge driving experience in a safe and controlled environment. Participants will have the opportunity to make 1/8-mile fun runs in the Dodge's newest Chargers and Durangos based on availability. 

Every pass includes a professional driving instructor in the vehicle to provide coaching, answer questions, and highlight each vehicle’s performance capabilities and unique features, and Tony Stewart Racing NHRA drivers Matt Hagan and Leah Pruett will be there to cheer you on.

Join the Tour

Reserve your place in the NHRA Dodge Tour de Michigan and become part of this historic journey through the heart of the Motor City’s home state.