Archives for June 2013

Presidio to Sponsor Erica Enders-Stevens in Chicago NHRA Nationals Event

CHICAGO, IL, Jun 27, 2013 (Marketwired via COMTEX) -- Erica Enders-Stevens will return to NHRA Mello Yello Pro Stock action behind the wheel of her Cagnazzi Racing Pro Stock Camaro for this weekend's running of the 16th annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals, outside of Chicago. The … [Read more...]

THE SECRET IS OUT: PRO STOCK RETURNS TO IHRA

CRETE, Ill. June 27, 2013: Throughout 2013, rumor mills teemed with hints and questions about the return of Pro Stock to the IHRA. Recently, the rumors were put to rest as IHRA made the announcement that Pro Stock would be featured at two of their Nitro Jam events this year. Pete Berner and the … [Read more...]

Huge horsepower on tap at BIR July 4th weekend

Craig Braun and his '68 Firebird. He was the No. 1 qualifier last year in the Pro Outlaw Class, posting the fastest speed at 212.13 mph and the best time, 6.467 seconds, but lost in the semifinals to eventual winner Dean Bauerly. Thanks for your consideration.BIR’s Show & Go continues to be a … [Read more...]

Pat Musi Racing Engines Supports Sportsmen at the X-DRL Mayhem at the Creek

(June 25, 2013) KERRVILLE, TX – Pat Musi Racing Engines has long been known for its 903 cubic-inch fuel injected nitrous racing engine that has become a popular choice for numerous Pro Nitrous and X-Treme Pro Modified standouts.   But Musi also has a great deal to offer to the talented drivers in … [Read more...]

‘Reaper’ Team Bringing the Fun Back to Drag Racing, Ready to Rock in Edmonton

   'Reaper' race team bringing the fun back to drag racingBrant to debut latest creations when IHRA returns to Castrol Raceway July 5-7 EDMONTON, Alberta (June 27, 2013) – The ground shakes and the air instantly fills with the familiar fumes of the alcohol-fed engines of the fan-favorite … [Read more...]

Mello Yello cans ‘Go On Yello’

Staging lights on ... Go On Yello! This racing season, Mello Yello shifts gears on its packaging and launches a limited-edition 16-ounce can featuring the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series logo flanked by flaming header pipes.Fans of high-speed vehicles and citrus smooth beverages will come … [Read more...]

6/27/13 Drag Racing News

News Snake & Mongoo$e" Brings Drag Racing History to Big Screen MotorTrend Magazine "Snake & Mongoo$e," a film produced by Entertainment Universe with cooperation from the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), will tell the story of drag racing legends and life-time rivals Don "The Snake" … [Read more...]

Racin & Rockin Radio: Dave Settles on July 1!

Join us on Monday, July 1, as we welcome Texas Top Fuel legend Dave Settles! Dave is one of the top engineers in the sport with tons of innovations to his name. Plus, he drove and tuned some of the quickest rides in the sport's history. Plus John Bockelman does "JB's Take" with thoughts on music … [Read more...]

6/26/13 Drag Racing News

News Phoenix And NHRA Drag Racing: Firebird Out – Wild Horse In Beyond the Flag The NHRA and its Mello Yello Drag Racing Series have been working feverishly to keep the February race on schedule in the Valley of the Sun. There was concern when Charlie Allen's 30-year operation of the track as … [Read more...]

FUNNY CAR POINTS LEADER HAGAN READY TO GET BACK INTO THE WINNER’S CIRCLE AS NHRA MELLO YELLO SERIES RETURNS TO CHICAGO

JOLIET, Ill. — When Matt Hagan won his Funny Car world championship title in 2011, he did it with the three P’s: perseverance, performance when it counted, and most of all, patience. Like a Major League Baseball team that excels with a “small ball” approach, Hagan only won two races in four final … [Read more...]