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New National Dragster issue celebrates speed with Chicago, Epping results

The June issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring coverage of the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals and NHRA New England Nationals, is now online in digital format and in the mail in its traditional print format to NHRA Members around the world.
12 Jun 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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National Dragster
  READ THE ISSUE The June issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring coverage of the Gerber Collision &…
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Bristol winners Ron Capps and Richard Gadson guest on WFO Radio Nitro show

WFO Radio NHRA Nitro host Joe Castello breaks down the thrilling 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway with guests Ron Capps and Richard Gadson.
12 Jun 2025
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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WFO
  WFO Radio NHRA Nitro host Joe Castello breaks down the thrilling 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway with guests Ron Capps and Richard Gadson. Fresh off their epic victories, three-time Funny Car world…
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Watch the Wally Parks Nostalgia Nationals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Wally Parks Nostalgia Nationals from Beech Bend Raceway Park for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
12 Jun 2025
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Wally Parks Nostalgia Nationals
NHRA fans can watch the Wally Parks Nostalgia Nationals from Beech Bend Raceway Park for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv coverage from Bowling Green are Good Vibrations, CP Pistons, Laris Motorsports Insurance,…
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NHRA: Prohibited Pro Stock beadlock liner wheels offered 'performance advantage'

The NHRA Technical Department has issued a statement to further explain the fine and points penalty levied on Erica Enders' Pro Stock team after its car was found to be equipped with prohibited beadlock liner wheels at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
11 Jun 2025
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NHRA
Following the fourth round of qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol, Erica Enders' Pro Stock car was found to be equipped with beadlock liner wheels, including an inner liner tire. These wheels and (inner/liner) tires…
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Stage set for Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Pro Stock Callout race

As the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season heats up, teams head to Norwalk for the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, which will host the GETTRX Pro Stock NHRA All-Star Callout for the first time.
11 Jun 2025
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
As the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season heats up, teams head to Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, one of the most popular stops on the NHRA circuit, for the 19th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals on June 26-29.…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
11 Jun 2025
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

As the NHRA regular season hits its midpoint, the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol upped the ante with thrilling moments and wild upsets. Enjoy this video look back at the event.
11 Jun 2025
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Weekend Rewind
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Fine, points deduction levied for Enders rear-wheel infraction in Bristol

NHRA has levied a $5,000 fine and deducted 100 championship points from Erica Enders' score for the use of rear wheels at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals that did not meet NHRA’s approved specifications for Pro Stock.
10 Jun 2025
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Erica Enders
Following the disqualification of Erica Enders’ run during the fourth round of qualifying on Saturday in Bristol due to the use of rear wheels that did not meet NHRA’s approved specifications for Pro Stock, the following additional penalties have…
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NHRA’s license transfer program features 'Summer Kickoff' discount for racers

NHRA has announced its “Summer Kickoff” license transfer program that offers racers a chance to transfer their license to NHRA from other sanctioning bodies with a limited-time discount during June on one and two-year licenses.
10 Jun 2025
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NHRA’s license transfer program
NHRA has announced its “Summer Kickoff” license transfer program that offers racers a chance to transfer their license to NHRA from other sanctioning bodies with a limited-time discount during June on one and two-year licenses. Transferring a…
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Dean Antonelli and Andrew Hines talk about conquering Thunder Valley

On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Ron Capps Motorsports crew chief Dean Antonelli and Vance and Hines lead wrench Andrew Hines join the show to discuss the wild action at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
10 Jun 2025
Posted by NHRA.com staff
NHRA Insider podcast
NHRA Insider
  On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Ron Capps Motorsports crew chief Dean Antonelli and Vance and Hines lead wrench Andrew Hines join the show to discuss the wild action at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder…
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PowerEdge named presenting sponsor of Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals

PowerEdge, a new line of high-quality, competitively priced commercial and heavy-duty truck aftermarket products, has been named the presenting sponsor of the 37th annual Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals.
10 Jun 2025
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Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
PowerEdge, a new line of high-quality, competitively priced commercial and heavy-duty truck aftermarket products, has been named the presenting sponsor of the 37th annual Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals at scenic Sonoma Raceway.  The Denso NHRA…
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NHRA National Dragster Sportsman Racer of the Month: Nathan Prose

With a record that includes three consecutive final rounds, Division 3 Super Gas racer Nathan Prose has been named as our latest National Dragster Sportsman Racer of the Month.
10 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Nathan Prose
This isn’t the first time the Prose family has been honored as National Dragster’s Sportsman Racer of the Month and given their recent history, it might not be the last.  So far this season, Nathan Prose has been to three events in Super Gas…
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By the numbers: A look at Greg Anderson's race to 1,000 round-wins

With his semifinal victory over David Cuadra at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Greg Anderson became just the second Pro driver in NHRA history to record 1,000 round-wins. Here's a deep dive into some of the stats that helped him get there.
10 Jun 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Greg Anderson
With his semifinal victory over David Cuadra at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Greg Anderson became just the second Pro driver in NHRA history to record 1,000 round-wins. Sixteen-time NHRA Funny Car champ John Force was the first to…
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Five things we learned in Bristol

The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was, in many ways, one of the most dramatic events of the season, so there was a lot to learn from it. Here are five things that stood out.
09 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Five things we learned in Bristol
The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was, in many ways, one of the most dramatic events of the season, so there was a lot to learn from it. Here are five things that stood out. A STAR IS BORN (OR MAYBE TWO) Richard Gadson finally…
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DeFlorian wins JHG Mountain Motor Pro Stock at NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

John DeFlorian and his Total Seal Chevy Camaro picked up their first win in Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Pro Stock Sunday at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway.
08 Jun 2025
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 JHG Mountain Motor Pro Stock
John DeFlorian and his Total Seal Chevy Camaro picked up their first win in Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Pro Stock Sunday at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Set to face Elijah Morton in the final round,…
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Mark Pawuk wins Thunder Valley Nationals Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown

Reigning 2024 Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown world champion Mark Pawuk raced to his first win of the season at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals and moved into the Flexjet points lead.
08 Jun 2025
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Mark Pawuk
For reigning 2024 Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown world champion Mark Pawuk, Bristol Dragway has been a tough place to race for over three decades. Today at the 24th Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Pawuk, the No. 2 qualifier, raced to his…
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J.R. Gray wins second Congruity NHRA Pro Mod title of the season in Bristol

J.R. Gray won for the second time this season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series on Sunday at Bristol Dragway, defeating his Al-Anabi Performance teammate Mike Stavrinos in the final round.
08 Jun 2025
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Pro Mod
J.R. Gray won for the second time this season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series on Sunday at Bristol Dragway, defeating his Al-Anabi Performance teammate Mike Stavrinos in the final round as part of this weekend’s 24th annual Super…
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Capps, Torrence, Anderson, and Gadson score big wins in Bristol

Steve Torrence, Ron Capps, Greg Anderson, and Richard Gadson score hard fought victories at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at historic Bristol Dragway.
08 Jun 2025
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Bristol
Three-time Funny Car world champion Ron Capps became the all-time wins leader at Bristol Dragway on Sunday, snapping a 33-race winless streak by defeating Paul Lee in the final round of the 24th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.…
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Anderson gets 1,000th round win at Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

The Pro Stock icon becomes just the second NHRA driver in history to hit the milestone
08 Jun 2025
David Kennedy
Race coverage
Greg Anderson Reaches 1,000th round win at Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
Greg Anderson has long been a dominant force in Pro Stock, but with his milestone 1,000th round win, he’s officially entered legendary territory. With his victory in the semifinals at the…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Sunday photo gallery

Somehow, the final day of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals managed to match, and in some ways exceed the first two in terms of drama and thrills. As usual, our National Dragster staff was there to capture all of it in our Sunday Gallery.
08 Jun 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Sunday News and Notes

News, notes, quotes, and photos from the final day of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
08 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
Race coverage
Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Sunday News and Notes
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the final day of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Updated throughout the day. TOP FUEL ROUND ONE The air and track temperatures are higher than they’ve been all weekend…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Sunday preview

The fields are set for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals where Tony Stewart, Austin Prock, Dallas Glenn, and Brayden Davis will enter eliminations as the professional low qualifiers. Check out our daily preview to follow all the action.
08 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Bristol
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series has returned to one of the most scenic and historic destinations on the tour, Bristol Dragway for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.  The event is the eighth of 20 races this year in the…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Saturday Gallery

There was a lot of action at Bristol Dragway on Saturday during the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals and our National Dragster photographers were on hand to capture all of it.
07 Jun 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Stewart, Prock, Glenn, and Davis claim top spots in Bristol qualifying

Tony Stewart, Austin Prock, Dallas Glenn, and rookie Brayden Davis claimed the top qualifying spots during Saturday's Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway.
07 Jun 2025
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Tony Stewart
In a year of firsts for racing legend Tony Stewart, the Top Fuel points leader added two more on Saturday at Bristol Dragway, picking up his first career No. 1 qualifier and winning the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge specialty race for the first…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Saturday News and Notes

News, notes, quotes, and photos from the second day of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
07 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Ron Capps
TOP FUEL Q3 After a rain delay in the morning, the Top Fuel dragsters kicked off action on Saturday with their second qualifying session. Ida Zetterström was the first driver out and managed the navigate the…
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For Erica Enders, a return to Bristol comes at the perfect time

After a tough start to the 2025 season, Erica Enders hopes to continue her momentum in Bristol at this weekend’s 24th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
07 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Enders
After a tough start to the 2025 season, six-time Pro Stock champion Erica Enders hopes to continue her momentum from last week’s race in Epping and as far as she’s concerned, there is not better place than Bristol Dragway, site of this weekend’s…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Saturday preview

Racing returns to Bristol Dragway on Saturday for the second day of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway and we've got all the info you need in our daily preview.
07 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Bristol
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series has returned Bristol Dragway, one of the most scenic and historic destinations on the tour, for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.  On Friday, qualifying was cut short by rain, but not…
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Langdon, DeJoria, Glenn, and Davis grab early leads at Thunder Valley Nationals

Shawn Langdon, Alexis DeJoria, Dallas Glenn, and rookie Brayden Davis claimed the top spots after the opening day of qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
06 Jun 2025
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Dejoria
Top Fuel’s Shawn Langdon led the way during a rain-shortened Friday at Bristol Dragway, taking the provisional No. 1 qualifier at the 24th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. Alexis DeJoria (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock) and…
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Friday Gallery

Rain cut the opening day of the Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals short, but not before our photographers captured all the drama and excitement of the day.
06 Jun 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Friday News and Notes

News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of Pro qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Updated throughout the day.
06 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
Race coverage
Bristol
Historic Bristol Dragway first opened in 1965 and hosted the Spring Nationals from 1965-1967. The track returned to the NHRA tour in 1999 with the Winston No Bull Showdown, a unique event that pitted Top Fuel dragster and Funny Car against each…
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