Archives for 2012

Eric Latino wins PMRA race during IHRA Nitro Jam Nationals at the Bend

Bruce Boland retains points lead, but Latino now second, Jeff Roth thirdGRAND BEND, ONTARIO (July 22, 2012) – Eric Latino returned to the winner's circle today, capturing the Pro Modified Racing Association event held as part of the IHRA MOPAR Nitro Jam Nationals at the Grand Bend … [Read more...]

NHRA NEWS: SUNDAY’S NHRA FULL THROTTLE SERIES RESULTS FROM BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY

MORRISON, Colo. – Pro Stock racer Allen Johnson continued his mastery of Bandimere Speedway Sunday as he raced to his fourth Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals win at the scenic track.Antron Brown, Jack Beckman and Eddie Krawiec also scored wins in their respective categories at the NHRA Full Throttle … [Read more...]

LAGANA, ELROD STEAL THE SHOW AT MOPAR NITRO JAM NATIONALS

A healing moment for Lagana, a record weekend for ElrodWinners crowned on championship Sunday at MOPAR Nitro Jam NationalsGRAND BEND, Ontario (July 22, 2012) – In March of this year the IHRA family was devastated by the passing of Jim Weinert.A master of track preparation, Weinert was known for his … [Read more...]

Tim Glover – Atlanta Dragway No Box event

BRYANT, WILLIAMS AND HANCOCK TAKE VICTORIES BEFORE RAIN SETS IN AT ATLANTA DRAGWAY(Commerce, GA – July 21) After several weeks off from racing at Atlanta Dragway, racers showed up again to enjoy competing in the Summit ET Series and the No Box events.  The No Box contestants were able to finish … [Read more...]

JACOBSMEYER, WURTZEL HEADLINE SATURDAY ‘NIGHT OF FIRE’ WINNERS IN GRAND BEND

 Fans fill Motorplex during Saturday 'Night of Fire'Jacobsmeyer wins one for MOPAR, Wurtzel picks up first win in Top FuelGRAND BEND, Ontario (July 21, 2012) – It was a MOPAR kind of night at the MOPAR Nitro Jam Nationals.It has been nearly three years since Greg Jacobsmeyer last won in Nitro Jam … [Read more...]

NHRA NEWS: SATURDAY’S NHRA FULL THROTTLE SERIES RESULTS FROM BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY

MORRISON, Colo. – Allen Johnson raced to a Pro Stock track record run in the final qualifying session to take his seventh No. 1 qualifying position of the season Saturday at the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at scenic Bandimere Speedway.Spencer Massey, Jack Beckman and Hector Arana Jr. also will … [Read more...]

Sam Andreacchi returns to PMRA racing with new car for 2012 season

Team set for action as Pro Modifieds compete during IHRA MOPAR Nitro Jam Nationals at Grand BendTORONTO, ONTARIO (July 20, 2012) – After a year out of Pro Modified Racing Association competition, Sam Andreacchi has returned, and this two-time PMRA event winner is ready. We're looking forward … [Read more...]

NHRA NEWS: FRIDAY’S FULL THROTTLE SERIES RESULTS FROM BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY

MASSEY, BECKMAN, JOHNSON AND ARANA JR. RACE TO PROVISIONAL NO. 1 QUALIFYING POSITIONS AT MOPAR MILE-HILE NHRA NATIONALSMORRISON, Colo. – Spencer Massey continued his recent surge in Top Fuel as he raced to the qualifying lead Friday at the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere Speedway near … [Read more...]

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RRRadio: TJ Zizzo and Barb Hamilton on July 23!

 Racin' and Rockin': RRRadio: TJ Zizzo and Barb Hamilton on July 23! by Bill Pratt. Join us on Monday, July 23, as Racin' & Rockin' chats with NHRA Top Fuel star TJ ZIZZO about the independent team's challenges and successes on the NHRA trail. And legendary gasser racer BARB HAMILTON will join … [Read more...]