Archives for January 2010

ADRL Announces 2010 Pro Jr. Dragster Pre-Registration

O’FALLON, MO (Jan. 7, 2010) — The American Drag Racing League’s (ADRL’s) Pro Jr. Dragster (PJD) series is about to enter its third full season and on Jan. 15, at 9 a.m. (Central), the O’Fallon, Missouri-based series will begin accepting pre-registered entries for every race on its 2010 schedule. … [Read more...]

IHRA to Debut New In-House Safety Program in 2010

NORWALK, Ohio (January 7, 2010) – When it comes to the safety and welfare of its drivers the International Hot Rod Association has always been a leader in the motorsports industry and in 2010 that trend is going to continue as the IHRA is set to debut a brand new in-house safety program for all … [Read more...]

NHRA AND PRODUCERS OF POPULAR DRAG RACING SHOW ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO PRODUCE MEDIA PROPERTIES

First Project “NHRA Unleashed” to Celebrate Pure American Horsepower GLENDORA, Calif. (Jan. 7, 2010) – NHRA and producers of the popular drag racing show Pinks®, Stephen Pullin and Jack Schaeffer, have agreed to create, develop and produce media properties including new racing competitions, new … [Read more...]

Martin Family Racing Team looking forward to 2010 PMRA season

Wayne Martin guides three generations of family racing with Barrie, Ontario-based Corvette Pro ModifiedSitting in the team’s large shop just outside of Barrie, Ontario recently, Tim Martin explained why his team signed up with the Pro Modified Racing Association in 2009.“This will open more doors … [Read more...]

Drag Racers Reunion Radio Mon. 11th 7pm EST

Don't miss Sam Auxier, Jr's. radio show every Monday 7pm EST http://dragracersreunion.ning.com/  … [Read more...]

IHRA Nitro Jam Featured Nationally in Street & Smith’s Sports Business Journal

Anticipation Building for Season Debut January 29-30 at PBIRNORWALK, Ohio (January 6, 2010) – The International Hot Rod Association's recent announcements regarding the changes to its popular Nitro Jam drag racing series continues to make waves as media outlets across the country weigh in on the … [Read more...]

Mountain Music

Drag Racing Pictures: Mountain Music by Danny White. Former funny car racer Roger Hamrick sent some updated information for the Drag List, including this cool photo from 1975. … [Read more...]

NHRA’S GREATEST RACES SERIES TO AIR ON FOX SPORTS NET

GLENDORA, Calif. (Jan. 5, 2010) – Take a step down memory lane as NHRA, in cooperation with long-time announcer, television commentator and author, Bill Stephens, relives the great history of NHRA’s most memorable events in a 13-week series entitled “NHRA’s Greatest Races” presented by ProCare Rx. … [Read more...]

Palm Beach Provides Backdrop for Nitro Jam Sunshine State Debut

Record Crowds Expected at Largest Nitro Jam in History NORWALK, Ohio (January 4, 2010) – When it comes to Florida and racing perhaps no state does it better.With dozens of tracks and multiple national events spread throughout the year Florida ranks right near the top of nearly everyone's motorsports … [Read more...]

50th Winternationals Web Site Launched at Noon ET Today

NHRA LAUNCHES EVENT-SPECIFIC WEB SITE TO KICK OFF COUNTDOWN TO THE HISTORIC 50TH WINTERNATIONALSWeb site will provide a memorable look back at every decade and a road map of planned activities including Cacklefests, Tribute Cars, Autograph sessions, “Golden 50” cars and unveiling of the Greatest … [Read more...]