Archives for 2012

NHRA NEWS: MCCULLOUGH ADDED TO NHRA COMMUNICATIONS STAFF

GLENDORA, Calif.—Michelle McCullough has been named media relations manager for the National Hot Rod Association, NHRA Director of Media Relations Anthony Vestal announced today.McCullough joins the NHRA after interning the last three years at Auto Club Speedway in Southern California, where she … [Read more...]

NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES RESULTS SUNDAY FROM KENT, Wash.

WOMEN DOMINATE THE NHRA IN THE NORTHWEST AS COURTNEY FORCE AND ERICA ENDERS CLAIM VICTORIES; STEVE TORRENCE ALSO WINSKENT, Wash. -- For the first time in NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series history, two female drivers claimed Wally trophies at the same event. Courtney Force powered her Traxxas … [Read more...]

Qualifying completed at South Coast Community Weekend drag races at the Cayuga Dragway of Toronto Motorsports Park

Boland leads PMRA, Wicke and Lichty top Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and Staples heads up PBSS for eliminations Sunday August 5 CAYUGA, ONTARIO (August 4, 2012) – The qualifying rounds in the Pro Modified Racing Association, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series presented by NAPA Auto Parts, and the … [Read more...]

ADRL Dragstock IX Final Results at zMAX Dragway

Jenkins Heads Winners List At Dragstock IX In ADRL's Memorable Debut At zMAX DragwayCHARLOTTE, N.C. (Aug. 4, 2012) – Shannon "Iceman" Jenkins has been a staple at the American Drag Racing League's (ADRL) prestigious Dragstock race, first appearing at the event in 2005.At the ninth rendition of the … [Read more...]

Jenkins Heads Winners List At Dragstock IX In ADRL’s Memorable Debut At zMAX Dragway

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Aug. 4, 2012) – Shannon "Iceman" Jenkins has been a staple at the American Drag Racing League's (ADRL) prestigious Dragstock race, first appearing at the event in 2005.At the ninth rendition of the race on Saturday, Jenkins delivered another trademark performance in Pro Nitrous, … [Read more...]

NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES RESULTS SATURDAY FROM KENT, Wash.

JOHNSON, CAPPS AND MASSEY SECURE TOP QUALIFYING SPOTS AT O'REILLY AUTO PARTS NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS PRESENTED BY SUPER START BATTERIES AT PACIFIC RACEWAYSKENT, Wash. – Pro Stock points leader Allen Johnson secured his sixth straight No. 1 qualifying position at the 25th annual O'Reilly Auto Parts … [Read more...]

RRRadio: Rickie Smith & Jerry Ruth on August 6!

 Racin' and Rockin': RRRadio: Rickie Smith & Jerry Ruth on August 6! by Bill Pratt. Join us on Monday, August 6, as Racin' & Rockin' talks with two of the largest personalities in the sport of drag racing! The East Coast and doorslammers are well covered by "Tricky" Rickie Smith, who has had a … [Read more...]

ADRL Dragstock IX No. 1 Qualifier Pictures From zMAX Dragway

Jason Scruggs (Pro Extreme)Stan Allen (Pro Nitrous)Richard Penland (Extreme Pro Stock)Travis Harvey (Summit Racing Equipment Top Sportsman)Photo credit: Roger Richards … [Read more...]

ADRL Dragstock IX Qualifying at zMAX Dragway

CONCORD, N.C. -- Friday's results after qualifying for the ADRL Dragstock IX at zMAX Dragway, S\seventh of 10 events in the American Drag Racing League. Qualifying will continue Saturday for Saturday's final eliminations.Pro Extreme -- 1. Jason Scruggs, Chevy Corvette, 3.677, 206.67; 2. Tommy … [Read more...]

Big John Mazmanian Tribute update

We've been working over time getting the Big John Mazmanian tribute car ready for Indy. The body is at Dave Sano's having the candy red paint applied and the chassis is ready to be picked up from the powder coater. We still have a long ways to go but we're confident we'll have a competitive car … [Read more...]