Archives for June 2010

Charles Carpenter Racing ADRL Ford Drive One Summer Drags VI Preview

Carpenter Aiming to Rebound in Martin(6-10-2010) MARTIN, MI – After getting off to an incredible start to the 2010 American Drag Racing League season, Charles Carpenter's success came to a halt at the hands of Jim Halsey in the first round of eliminations at the ADRL Speedtech US Drags III three … [Read more...]

Bangshift.com to provide live streaming of National Hot Rod Reunion

Hey everyone! Chad and I are happy to announce that we'll be providing live streaming video of the 2010 Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion, June 18-20, Bowling Green, Kentucky. The video will be free to all and will run from beginning to end every day of the event. The link below is to the … [Read more...]

Stivers heating things up on the "Back Stretch" of the Pro Mod schedule; Ready to make a move in Enlishtown

ENGLISHTOWN, New Jersey (June 9, 2010) - When he's not at the office running a thriving HVAC company that bears his name or wrangling a 2,700-horsepower Pro Mod down the quarter-mile, Rick Stivers can be found fostering his other power-passion: raising thoroughbred racing horses. Being an old hand … [Read more...]

Ford Ranchero Drag Chute Testing in Texas

Drag Racing Stories: Ford Ranchero Drag Chute Testing in Texas by Brian Perrenot. What happens when four enterprising teenagers with too much time on their hands decide to test a 16 foot drag chute with their dad's new Ford Ranchero? … [Read more...]

Indy Memorabilia Show Canceled

Mike Goyda & Brian Kennedy are sorry to announce that the Annual Drag Racing Memorabilia Show held during the Indy Nationals has been canceled for this year. They have reserved the room for next year and will determine at that time whether the show will be resumed. They wish to thank everyone for … [Read more...]

Drag Racers Reunion Radio Monday June 14th 7PM ET LEE HOLMAN of H&M & National Dragster’s JOHN JODAUGA

Monday June 14th 7PM East Coast, 7PM West Coast (Replay)LEE HOLMAN OF  HOLMAN & MOODYNATIONAL DRAGSTER'S JOHN JODAUGAhttp://dragracersreunion.ning.com/ "Interviewing The Greatest Names in Racing"Call in Number 1-877-500-9387 … [Read more...]

Commisso’s return a highlight for R2B2 Racing as E-town nears

ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 9) -- Pro Modified drag racer Raymond Commisso has been separated from his R2B2 Racing family far too long, and by the Canadian restaurateurs' estimation there's no better place for the reunion than this weekend's Old Bridge Township Raceway Park and the United Association … [Read more...]

Legendary Funny Car ace Dale Pulde returns to Nitro Jam competition in Salt Lake City

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (June 9, 2010) – Dale Pulde and the International Hot Rod Association.It is a combination that helped launch the career of the legendary Funny Car driver and helped elevate the IHRA’s Funny Car class to near rockstar status during the late 70s and early 80s.Pulde will pilot the … [Read more...]

Langdon will have two chances at Englishtown glory

ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 9) -- Racing one car in a weekend is not enough for Lucas Oil/Speedco Top Fuel dragster pilot Shawn Langdon.Langdon was offered a chance to drive a Super Gas car at this weekend's 41st annual United Association NHRA SuperNationals and the three-time world champion jumped at … [Read more...]

Morgan remains optimistic with his Lucas Oil Ford Mustang

ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 9) -- Larry Morgan's quest for horsepower in the Lucas Oil Ford Mustang Pro Stock car this season has taken some interesting turns.The veteran driver and engine builder hasn't qualified since the NHRA 4Wide Nationals in Charlotte, a disappointment to be sure, but Morgan knew … [Read more...]