Archives for March 2010

A Pro Mod dream becomes a reality this weekend

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (March 8) -- After a decade of existence as an exhibition class, the Pro Mod cars are now a fully sanctioned NHRA class, and team owner/driver Roger Burgess couldn't be happier. "A lot of people contributed a lot of time and effort to make this happen," Burgess said. "By … [Read more...]

‘Elusive’ Gatornationals title on Lucas’ mind

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (March 8) -- Morgan Lucas arrives at this weekend's 41st annual Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals a tried and true winner in the Top Fuel ranks. He's coming off a career-best season that included three national event victories and a deep playoff run for his GEICO … [Read more...]

Inaugural AHRA Nitro Showdown Expanded to Two-Day Event, May 15-16

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. (March 8, 2010) - The Inaugural AHRA Nitro Showdown at Desert Thunder Raceway in Midland, Texas has been expanded to two complete days of drag racing action because of extreme interest from sportsman competitors and is now scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, May 15-16.Saturday's … [Read more...]

Traci Hrudka on RaceTalkRadio.com

Parma Heights, Ohio (March 8, 2010) – Traci Hrudka, Chairman of Quarter Mile Entertainment Foundation will be interviewed on RaceTalkRadio.com at 7:00 PM , Eastern Standard Time, Tuesday, March 9.Host Dennis Michelsen interviewed Traci on the floor of the Race & Performance Show in St. Charles, … [Read more...]

NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Atlanta Dragway, Commerce, Ga.

SHIELDS AND PAYNE TAKE WINS IN ATLANTACOMMERCE, Ga. (March 8, 2010) – In the final results from Atlanta Dragway and the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Duane Shields, Bolder City, Nev., and Jay Payne, Claremont, Calif. took home the wins in Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car … [Read more...]

TIRE KINGDOM NHRA GATORNATIONALS PREVIEW

McCLENATHAN EYEING ELUSIVE NHRA FULL THROTTLE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CROWN AS FRAM TEAM OFF TO HOT STARTGAINESVILLE, Fla. – Veteran Top Fuel driver Cory McClenathan, who has accomplished much during his highly-decorated NHRA racing career, still needs to check off two pesky items that stand out near the … [Read more...]

SCHUMACHER HEADLINES HUGE WEEK OF WFO RADIO

SCHUMACHER HEADLINES HUGE WEEK OF WFO RADIO TOTAL MOTORSPORTS COVERAGE HOLLYWOOD, FL (March 8, 2010) - Seven-time NHRA top fuel World Champion Tony Schumacher will headline this week's total motorsports coverage on WFO Radio when he appears on "NHRA Tuesday with Joe Castello", Tuesday night at 7 … [Read more...]

Langdon’s ideal spring break involves partying with ‘Wally’

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (March 8) -- As the calendar turns to March, college students from around the country flood the beaches of Florida for the annual rite of passage known as spring break.Also in March is the NHRA's annual trek to the Sunshine State for the 41st annual Tire Kingdom NHRA … [Read more...]

Mardi Gras Nitro Jam Photo Extra

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Litton repeats as Mardi Gras champion

Evans, Gallen win in front of packed Sunday crowdPORT ALLEN, La. (March 7, 2010) – For the second straight year Mardi Gras Nitro Jam provided sold out crowds and thrilling on-track action as State Capitol Raceway hosted two straight nights of packed stands and Mardi Gras fun capped off by the … [Read more...]