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After huge win, Pro Stock’s Greg Stanfield looks to keep rolling in Brainerd
Fresh off his first Pro Stock victory since 2011 — and snapping Elite Motorsports’ winless streak in 2025 — Greg Stanfield’s reward is a brand-new car for this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway.
Fresh off his first Pro Stock victory since 2011 — and snapping Elite Motorsports’ winless streak in 2025 — Greg Stanfield’s reward is a brand-new car for this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway.The veteran will…
Funny Car's Ron Capps chases his eighth Brainerd victory at Lucas Oil Nationals
Funny Car veteran Ron Capps is quick to sing the praises of Brainerd International Raceway and the loyal fans at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, but his focus will be on another win at the penultimate race of the regular season.
Funny Car veteran Ron Capps is quick to sing the praises of Brainerd International Raceway and the loyal fans at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. As Capps and the rest of the stars of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series travel to Brainerd for…
Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals Friday preview
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads toward the end of the regular season with the annual stop at Brainerd Int’l Raceway, which has hosted an NHRA event since 1983.
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads toward the end of the regular season with the annual stop at Brainerd Int’l Raceway, which has hosted an NHRA event since 1983.The event is No. 13 of 20 races this year in the NHRA Mission Foods Pro…
Top 5 Moments from the 1988 Brainerd national event
When it comes to Brainerd International Raceway, the stories are endless. The history is rich, and the performances are legendary. Today, we're taking a trip back to 1988 to look in on the top five moments from that year's NHRA melee in Minnesota.
Billy Torrence will go for Top Fuel/Super Comp double at Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
Billy Torrence will be back behind the wheel of the family's Capco Contractors Top Fueler at this weekend's Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, and the past Brainerd winner will also be seeking a double victory as he also competes in Super Comp.
As the founder and CEO of Capco Contractors, a family-owned company that once again this year will invest more than a million man-hours in the construction and maintenance of international oil-and-gas pipelines, Billy Torrence tries to maximize rare…
California Hot Rod Reunion to host 17 different racing classes at Famoso
The California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and featuring Nitro Revival, will include a lineup of 17 racing classes at this year’s event, set for Oct. 24–26 at legendary Famoso Dragstrip.
The California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and featuring Nitro Revival, will include a lineup of 17 racing classes at this year’s event, set for Oct. 24–26, 2025, at legendary Famoso Dragstrip.Headlining the weekend…
Tricky Tipster, Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
There are a host of favorites to win the Top Fuel title in Brainerd, while Austin Prock and Jack Beckman are favored in Funny Car and Greg Anderson and Dallas Glenn are the top picks in Pro Stock.
We’re headed down the homestretch in the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as the tour heads to scenic Brainerd Int’l Raceway for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, the 13th of 20 events on the calendar.Five drivers — Justin Ashley, Shawn…
Back to where it all began: Ida Zetterström fueled up for more success in Brainerd
Ida Zetterström’s NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series career officially kicked off a year ago at Brainerd International Raceway, but she's at the famed facility for this weekend’s 43rd annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals.
Ida Zetterström’s NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series career officially kicked off a year ago when the former FIA European Top Fuel world champion debuted at Brainerd International Raceway.Back at the famed facility for this weekend’s 43rd annual…
A Brash Brainerd Preview: The Insiders dive deep and spit fire!
On this high-energy episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon, Kevin McKenna, and Brian Lohnes join in a very lively discussion that covers the last couple of races and looks at Brainerd as a significant hinge point for many teams.
On this high-energy episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, the guys are together again and the fur flies. Tony Pedregon, Kevin McKenna, and Brian Lohnes join in a very lively discussion that covers the last couple of races and…
Bode looking for some more 'Brainerd magic' with new look, local backing
Bobby Bode will return to the Funny Car wars at Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, site of his father’s big win in 2010, with a new look and five regional sponsors on the family’s Mustang Funny Car.
Bobby Bode will return to the Funny Car wars at Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, site of his father’s big win in 2010, with a new look and five regional sponsors on the family’s Mustang Funny Car.Bode, whose father, Bob, won that race 15 years ago, will…
Hull, Jim Dunn Racing will bring Menards livery to Brainerd store, event
NHRA Funny Car driver Buddy Hull and the Jim Dunn Racing team are gearing up for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals with a striking yellow and black Menards livery and plenty of fan engagement.
NHRA Funny Car driver Buddy Hull and the Jim Dunn Racing team are gearing up for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway, Aug. 14-17, with a bold new look and plenty of fan engagement.The 75th anniversary Jim Dunn Racing Funny…
The race for glory begins soon at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals
The Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals is undoubtedly the most prestigious race on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour. Legends are made at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park every year during Labor Day weekend, making a victory and a Wally at the Big Go so coveted.
The Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals is undoubtedly the most prestigious race on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour. Legends are made at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park every year during Labor Day weekend, making a victory…
Matt Hagan signs multiyear extension with Tony Stewart Racing
Four-time Funny Car world champion Matt Hagan will continue to drive Dodge/SRT Hellcat in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series for Tony Stewart Racing.
Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) has announced that Matt Hagan has signed a multi-year extension to continue driving the Dodge//SRT Hellcat Funny Car in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.A native of Christiansburg, Virginia, Hagan is a four-time…
Kalitta Motorsports drivers, racecars join Kalitta Air Employee Appreciation Day
Kalitta Motorsports drivers, dragsters, and Funny Car joined Kalitta Air for its annual employee-appreciation day in Oscoda, Mich.
Two weeks off between NHRA races provides the perfect window for Kalitta Motorsports drivers, dragsters, and Funny Car to join Kalitta Air for its annual employee-appreciation day in Oscoda, Mich. The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series…
Kamplain, Dona, and Rogers lead winners at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Greg Kamplain, Jeff Dona, and Brian Rogers led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division was in action at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park:COMPETITION ELIMINATORGreg Kamplain, Brownsburg, Ind., '14 Spitzer, C/DA, 7.033…
American Rebel Friday Night “Battle for the Rebel Axe” coming to Brainerd
Friday night at Brainerd International Raceway during the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals will have an extra dose of fun and excitement with the introduction of the American Rebel Beer Friday Night “Battle for the Rebel Axe.”
Always a festive atmosphere, Friday night at Brainerd International Raceway during the 43rd annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals will have an extra dose of fun and excitement with the introduction of the American Rebel Light Friday Night “Battle for the…
Cowie, Hough top winner's list at Division 6 Pacific Raceways Lucas Oil event
Shawn Cowie and Brian Hough scored Top Alcohol wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division was in action this weekend with a doubleheader event at Pacific Raceways.
Photos by Robert GriceThe following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Pacific Raceways:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTERShawn Cowie, Langley, B.C., 5.236, 278.00…
Severance, Foster take Top Alcohol wins at Brainerd International Raceway
Joey Severance and Christine Foster scored Top Alcohol wins as the West Central Division wrapped up a doubleheader event at Brainerd International Raceway
Photos by Barry BergeronThe following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division event at Brainerd International Raceway:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER…
Shawn Reed names Jordan Vandergriff as replacement driver in Brainerd
Jordan Vandergriff was named interim driver of the Reed Trucking & Excavating Top Fuel dragster at the upcoming Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, it was announced today by team owner/driver Shawn Reed, who is sidelined as he recovers from a crash that occurred during last month’s NHRA Northwest Nationals near Seattle.
Jordan Vandergriff was named interim driver of the Reed Trucking & Excavating Top Fuel dragster at the upcoming Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, it was announced today by team owner/driver Shawn Reed, who is sidelined as he recovers from a crash that…
NHRA Rookies of the Year: A look back at where some fabulous careers began
NHRA annually presents the NHRA Rookie of the Year award to the top first-year racer in its Professional classes, and way more often than not, the recipient proved more than worthy of the honor that served as a launch pad for a future great career.
For every Patrick Mahomes, LeBron James, or Ken Griffey Jr. who went from first-round draft pick to superstardom, there’s a Ryan Leaf, a Greg Oden, or a Brien Taylor. You just never know. Sometimes it's like inviting everyone for filet mignon and…
100 days out: 60th In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals to crown champs in Pomona
In just 100 days, world champions will be awarded in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, as the thrilling conclusion to the 2025 campaign takes place at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals on Nov. 13-16 at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
In just 100 days, world champions will be awarded in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, as the thrilling conclusion to the 2025 campaign takes place at the 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals on Nov. 13-16 at iconic In-N-Out Burger…
Tony Schumacher talks Indy comeback on WFO Radio NHRA Nitro podcast
WFO Radio NHRA Nitro welcomed back eight-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion Tony Schumacher, who dished on his exciting new chapter with Rick Ware Racing. There's also a preview of the upcoming Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd.
WFO Radio NHRA Nitro welcomed back eight-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion Tony Schumacher! After a hiatus from the sport, "the Sarge" is making a triumphant return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, and he’s joining host Joe…
August issue of National Dragster packed with coast-to-coast racing action
The August issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring race coverage from a pair of West Coast NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national events plus other racing action coast to coast, is now online in digital format and in the mail in its traditional print format to NHRA Members around the world.
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The August issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring race coverage from a pair of West…
Deecell Power Systems Comp Clash heads to the Big Go
The Deecell Power Systems NHRA Comp Clash, a specialty race-within-a-race in Competition eliminator, will take place at the prestigious Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals on Friday, Aug. 29.
The Deecell Power Systems NHRA Comp Clash is set for the world’s biggest drag race, as the specialty race-within-a-race in Competition eliminator will take place as one of the marquee items at the prestigious Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S.…
Daniel Wilkerson and Ron Capps on Funny Car battles, trials, and success in 2025
On this Funny Car edition of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Dan Wilkerson and Ron Capps to discuss the stories of their respective seasons and where they are headed on the back stretch of 2025.
On this Funny Car edition of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Dan Wilkerson and Ron Capps to discuss the stories of their respective seasons and where they are headed on the back stretch…
Shawn Reed will return in Reading; replacement driver(s) planned for interim
Top Fuel racer Shawn Reed, still recovering from a crash at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals, will return to the cockpit at the NHRA Reading Nationals but will have a replacement driver (or drivers) in his car at the next two races, the identity of which will be revealed Friday.
Top Fuel racer Shawn Reed, still recovering from a violent crash at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals, will return to the cockpit at the NHRA Reading Nationals but will have a replacement driver in his car at the upcoming Lucas…
Haul in the Family: A history of father-son and father-daughter finals in NHRA
Since 1992, NHRA has had a total of 39 father-son and father-daughter finals at national events involving some of the sport's most successful families. Here is a look at each of them.
For more than seven decades, NHRA has billed itself as a family sport and that's not just some nifty marketing slogan. In addition to the many second and third-generation winners, there have been a host of father-son and father-daughter final rounds…
Ida Zetterström still chasing opportunity ahead of one-year NHRA anniversary
On the eve of her one-year anniversary in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Ida Zetterström discusses her adjustment to racing in the United States, her first season as a member of the JCM team, and her motivation to achieve success on drag racing's biggest stage.
Multitime European drag racing champion Ida Zetterström made her NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Top Fuel debut nearly one year ago at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd, Minn. As the fan favorite prepares to return to the track that…
JEGS expands Motorplex partnership, will sponsor Friday Night Live at Fall Nationals
As part of an expanded partnership with Texas Motorplex, JEGS will become the sponsor of the wildly popular Friday Night Live at the Texas NHRA Fall Nationals and the permanent addition of the JEGS name to the right-lane scoreboard.
As part of an expanded partnership with Texas Motorplex, JEGS will become the sponsor of the wildly popular Friday Night Live at the Texas NHRA Fall Nationals, which will include a special opening ceremony prior to the start of Professional…