1/11/18 Drag Racing News




Learning the Art of Motorcycle Drag Racing—From The Archives Motorcycle Cruiser Magazine
I’d wanted to take a motorcycle drag racing school ever since our own Evans Brasfield came back in a deep state of euphoria from his experience with Gadson (April 2000 issue). But the blossoming performance trend in cruisers just wasn’t a deep enough angle to warrant revisiting the scene. When the …

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A Long-Lost Drag Racing 1966 Nova Gets the Pro Touring Treatment Super Chevy Network
You could call Emory Johnson the master of finding the best in a tough situation. We could go on with a list of reasons but one sums it up perfectly: his Nova. Emory’s not shy about his modest beginnings. It’s prologue to the story about where he is today. Translated: the guy busts his ass. Part of hard work …

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Collections at Kissimmee showcase ’60s muscle-car drag racing heyday The ClassicCars.com Journal (blog)
The Sixties were the best decade in history for American muscle cars and drag racing. Every car company except Checker had multiple models in large- and medium-sized cars with big horsepower for small money, and that’s what we went looking for at the Mecum Auctions’ Kissimmee auction. We are …

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Season roars to life with Lucas Oil Winternationals NHRA.com
The 2018 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season begins with a thrilling start at its annual iconic opener, the tradition-rich 58th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com, Feb. 8-11 at historic Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. It is the first of 24 events during the …

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Local drag racing couple crowned champions over the weekend Energeticcity.ca
JOHN, B.C. – Fort St. John residents Mike and Jackie Lucas were awarded the National Hot Rod Association’s Division Six championship trophy at a banquet in Seattle over the weekend. The 35-year drag racing veterans travelled 24,000 kilometres across the U.S.A. competing in races from February to …

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Remembering Jack Merkel Hot Rod Network
This week, we mourn the passing of Gasser drag racing legend, Jack Merkel. Jack Merkel’s racing career began on Long Island when he was 16, behind the wheel of a 1955 Chevy. He racked up many wins the in the D/G class with this car, so many that he opened an engine shop that is still in operation …

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John Force accepts honorary doctorate from University of Northwestern Ohio NHRA.com
The winningest driver in NHRA Drag Racing history toured the UNOH campus with Top Fuel champion and daughter Brittany Force after receiving the honorary degree. 10 Jan 2018. Posted by NHRA.com staff. Share. Share on social, email or copy link. The URL has been copied. News. John Force.

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What To Look For In Wheels And Tires For Street/Strip Action Dragzine.com
A nice set of wheels and tires help to set the tone for a vehicle’s appearance, but when it comes to drag racing, they’re also key ingredients in lowering your elapsed times. And if your car sees considerable street use, going to a race-oriented wheel and tire package will make your ride perform and look …

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Special NHRA in 30: Champions edition airs this Saturday on FS2 NHRA.com
On Saturday, Jan 14, FS2 will air a special 30-minute NHRA program saluting 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series champs Brittany Force, Robert Hight, Bo Butner, and Eddie Krawiec. NHRA’s Lewis Bloom, John Kernan, and Tony Pedregon went behind the scenes to interview the champs to …

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2018 NHRA: 2018 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Roars To Life PaddockTalk
The top stars in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock will try to get off to an ideal start at one of drag racing’s most revered events. Leah Pritchett (Top Fuel), Matt Hagan (Funny Car) and Jason Line (Pro Stock) were last year’s winners of a race that will be televised on Fox Sports 1 (FS1), including live finals …

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FIA European Drag Racing Championship FIA
… FIA Formula 3 European Championship · FIA F3 World Cup · Formula 4 Championships · Karting · FIA European Truck Racing Championship · FIA European Touring Car Cup · FIA European Drag Racing Championship · FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup · FIA Electric and New Energy Championship …

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Episode 059: David Rampy The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast w/ Luke & Jed
This episode was a real treat for Jed & Luke, as they got to sit down for a lengthy interview with recent NHRA World Champion and sportsman racing icon, David Rampy. In his interview, Rampy talked about everything from his Alabama roots to the intricacies of Competition Eliminator; his racing mentor, …

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