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NHRA Camping World Series to bring 330-mph action to historic New England Dragway
With a scenic setting and some of the most passionate fans in drag racing, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series is set to return to New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals on June 3-5.
With a scenic setting and some of the most passionate fans in drag racing, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series is set to return to New England Dragway for the NHRA New England Nationals on June 3-5.
It is the eighth of 22 races during the…
Dave McClelland, famed announcer and early voice of the NHRA, passes away
Golden-throated Dave McClelland, the voice of the NHRA through the 1970s, ‘80s, and '90s both on television and at the racetrack, passed away May 22 of natural causes. He was 85.
Stalba, Cox, Mayers lead winners at Division 1 Cecil County Dragway event
Karen Stalba, DJ Cox Jr., and Keith Mayers led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division was in action at Cecil County Dragway.
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Cecil County Dragway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Karen Stalba, Hammonton, N.J., 5.243, 273.27 def. Jackie Fricke…
Did you see it? The fastest drag strip pass ever clocked on a motorcycle
At the 2022 Virginia NHRA Nationals, Larry "Spiderman" McBride made the fastest pass ever recorded —268 mph— on a motorcycle. See and hear how this Top Fuel bike went as fast as it did from the Virginia native himself.
Warter, Cour, Sorenson lead winners at Northwest Division kickoff event
Ryan Warter, Christopher Cour, and Joe Sorenson led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division was in action at Firebird Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Firebird Raceway:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Ryan Warter, Olalla, Wash., '05 Sunfire, D/SM, 9.616, 109.19 def.…
Sackman, Esz, Voges scores wins at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Matt Sackman, Phil Esz, and Chad Voges led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division competed 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:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Matt Sackman, Channahon, Ill., 5.247, 268.92 …
Eaton, Longhany remain hot with wins at Rockingham Division 2 event
Virginia NHRA Nationals champs David Eaton (Comp) and Jeff Longhany (Stock) continued their hot streaks with wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division was in action at Rockingham Dragway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division event at Rockingham Dragway:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
David Eaton, Merrit Island, Fla., '32 Bantam, A/AP, 6.686, 179.49…
'You Wear 40 Pounds of Gear Because, You Know, You're on Fire Quite a Bit'
You think you know NHRA Funny Car world champ Matt Hagan? Take a listen to his podcast interview with television host (Dirty Jobs, etc.) and narrator Mike Rowe as they talk about farming, raising cattle, drag racing, and so much more, and you'll come away with a whole new appreciation.
Tickets on sale now for the Holley National Hot Rod Reunion —June 16-18, Beech Bend Raceway
Join us for the 19th Annual Holley National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA Insurance, June 16-18 at Beech Bend Raceway Park, in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Experience the best in quarter-mile nostalgia drag racing; vintage speed parts and…
Nataas, Gordon, Kamplain lead alky winners at Texas Motorplex doubleheader
Julie Nataas, Doug Gordon, and Greg Kamplain led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series South Central Division was in action at Texas Motorplex
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central Division event at Texas Motorplex:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Julie Nataas, Brownsburg, Ind., 5.441, 267.57 def. Steve Collier…
Antron Brown tests at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Antron Brown and the Matco Tools Top Fuel team have been testing the wheels off on their machine to get it back into championship form, including a recent test at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, where he also drove Mike Salinas' dragster.
You never know with nitro: A look back at seven great Funny Car upset wins
Nowhere does weird stuff happen more than in nitro Funny Car, where the combination of high horsepower and a short wheelbase can derail a favorite’s run to the winner’s circle. With that in mind, here’s a look back at some memorable upset wins.
Nitro drag racing is such a fickle sport, one where the slightest tuning miscalculation can send a potential race winner to the trailer for the rest of the day. And even if the tune-up is spot-on and the driver does everything correctly, the…
Virginia NHRA Nationals Pro Mod pit notes
News and notes from the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by D-Wagon at the Virginia NHRA Nationals.
by Dylan Billes & John Waldie
In memory of Jim Luikens
Tylor Miller raced to his first win in the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by D-Wagon at the Virginia NHRA Nationals at Virginia Motorsports…
Weekend Rewind: Virginia NHRA Nationals
The Virginia NHRA Nationals, race seven of the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series, was packed with drama and twists and turns. Enjoy this quick look back at the action from Virginia Motorsports Park.
Behind the Scenes with the winners at the Virginia NHRA Nationals
Exultant winners, congratulations from crewmembers and beaten opponents alike, and stage direction from the TV crew are some of the scenes NHRA fans don't always get to see. Take a look behind the scenes at the top-end action after the final rounds of the Virginia NHRA Nationals.
The Sports Report: Is there another title (or two) in store for John Labbous?
A lot has changed in drag racing over the past few years, but one thing that has remained constant is the ability of John Labbous Jr. to secure his place among NHRA’s best by finishing in the Top 10.
A lot has changed in drag racing over the past few years, but one thing that has remained constant is the ability of John Labbous Jr. to secure his place among NHRA’s best by finishing in the Top 10. Super Comp and Super Gas are two of drag…
Watch this weekend's trio of Lucas Oil Series events for free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch a trio of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events for free starting Thursday in Division 4 on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
NHRA fans can watch a trio of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events for free starting Thursday in Division 4 on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
NHRA.tv coverage of the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series…
Insider podcast: Lyle Barnett and Austin Prock talk competition and the will to win
Pro Mod star Lyle Barnett and Top Fuel ace Austin Prock join host Brian Lohnes for this episode of the NHRA Insider. The two drivers are among the elite in their respective categories for performance both on the starting line and beyond.
Pro Mod star Lyle Barnett and Top Fuel ace Austin Prock join host Brian Lohnes for this episode of the NHRA Insider. The two drivers are among the elite in their respective categories for performance both on the starting line and beyond. They…
Science of Speed: Matt Smith explains Pro Stock Motorcycle clutches
New technologies are critical to going fast, yet years of experience can keep old tech extremely competitive. Here Matt Smith shows Bruno Massel how he applies two generations of clutch technology at every race.
Dodge Tales from the Strip: Dale Creasy Jr., the low-buck giant killer
In nitro Funny Car racing a team must be able to reliably complete runs and go rounds. Dale Creasy Jr has proven that when he shows up to race—he's serious about his success.
Quiz: Name 10 professional drag racers who weren't born when John Force won his first Wally
John Force is the only drag racer in history who could hand out autographed hero cards with chapters in them. Test yourself and then watch the attached NHRA on FOX show segment.
The driver and the mastermind: Doug Kalitta and Alan Johnson at their very best
Alan Johnson is the kingmaker when it comes to making power, and Doug Kalitta is a legendary driver. In this clip we see both of their masteries, come together to win the round at the 2022 Virginia NHRA Nationals.
New asphalt laid down at Cedar Falls Motorsports Park NHRA member track
Cedar Falls Motorsports Park recently completed a major track resurfacing project at the venerable Division 5 Iowa track, its first in about 25 years.
Cedar Falls Motorsports Park recently completed a major track resurfacing project at the venerable Division 5 Iowa track, its first in about 25 years.
With the help of a local asphalt company and advice from Division 5 Director Rob Park, Larry…
Encyclospeedeia—Lex Joon, and his team’s "never-quit!" attitude
When bringing new team members into the fold, Joon provides a few days of training and then tosses new candidates into the deep end of nitro drag racing. What if that transition doesn't go smoothly? Refer back to the team motto.
Crew Chief Confidential—David Grubnic on making good decisions from conflicting data
How do you set both ends of a track record, qualify number one, and win the race all in one weekend? It all comes down to your decision process.
Bill Skillman races to back-to-back Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown wins
Bill Skillman and his Ray Skillman Ford Cobra raced to victory Sunday at the Virginia NHRA Nationals, the third stop on the Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown, to widen their points lead.
Bill Skillman and his Ray Skillman Ford Cobra raced to victory Sunday at the Virginia NHRA Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park, the third stop on the Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown, to widen their points lead by defeating Dan Condon and…
Five Things We Learned at the Virginia NHRA Nationals
Stop No. 7 of the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series was a long-awaited return to Virginia Motorsports Park for the first Virginia NHRA Nationals since 2019. Here's five big things we learned in Richmond.
Stop No. 7 of the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series was a long-awaited return to Virginia Motorsports Park for the first Virginia NHRA Nationals since 2019. Racers were salivating at the chance to run on what just about every crew…
Rookie Tylor Miller scores victory in FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod in Virginia
Tylor Miller picked up his first career win in just his third career start in the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by D-Wagon, racing to an impressive victory at Virginia Motorsports Park as part of the Virginia NHRA Nationals.
Tylor Miller picked up his first career win in just his third career start in the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by D-Wagon, racing to an impressive victory on Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park as part of the Virginia NHRA…
Force, Hight double for JFR in Virginia; Smith wins Pro Stock Motorcycle grudge final
Brittany Force and Robert Hight collected a nitro double for John Force Racing, and Matt Smith scored an important win in Pro Stock Motorcycle to cap a long, wild, and record-breaking weekend of racing at the Virginia NHRA Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Brittany Force and Robert Hight collected a nitro double for John Force Racing, and Matt Smith scored an important win in Pro Stock Motorcycle to cap a long, wild, and record-breaking weekend of racing at the Virginia NHRA Nationals at Virginia…
J.R. Carr wins Mountain Motor Pro Stock exhibition at Virginia NHRA Nationals
J.R. Carr was the winner of the Mountain Motor Pro Stock exhibition, presented here by Grade A Quality Energy Shots, taking the win with his Camaro after Elijah Morton went -.232 red in his Mustang.