Archives for July 2019

7/24/19 Drag Racing News

Southern Outlaw drag boat race at Lake Simmie on August 3 Troy Messenger Unlike drag racing on land, which begins from a standing start, drag boat racing begins from a short rolling start. “And, there's a point that cannot be ... Flag as irrelevant Stakes Will Be … [Read more...]

NHRA Historical Highlights in Sonoma

Raceway celebrates 50th anniversary throughout the 2019 season SONOMA, Calif. (July 23, 2019) – Drag racing has been a crucial piece of Sonoma Raceway’s history since its inaugural season in 1969. While the cars, speeds and names may change, the high-speed excitement of Sonoma Raceway’s … [Read more...]

TOP FUEL’S SCOTT PALMER LOOKS TO CONTINUE SUMMER CHARGE AT MAGIC DRY ORGANIC ABSORBENT NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS

KENT, Wash. – In the process of trying to grab his first career NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series victory, Scott Palmer is learning what it takes to put together a win. That means an aggressive mindset, consistency in a multitude of conditions and combining it all when it counts. Thanks to a … [Read more...]

2019 PDRA Northern Nationals Photo Review

There is a saying in Ohio, “Just wait 5 minutes and the weather will change.” In two years, the PDRA has experienced monsoon like rains and for this year’s Inaugural Northern Nationals at Dragway 42, near record temperatures. Despite the heat, performances did not suffer and there were no on track … [Read more...]

66th Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts World Series of Drag Racing One Month Away

CORDOVA, Ill. (July 23, 2019) — Bigger and better than ever, the 66th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts World Series of Drag Racing at Cordova (Ill.) International Raceway is just one month away on August 23-25, and tickets are still available. Adult tickets start at $30 for Friday, $40 for Saturday and … [Read more...]

K&N FILTERS EXTENDS MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP AS OFFICIAL FILTER AND AIR INTAKE OF NHRA

GLENDORA, Calif. – NHRA announced today the extension of its partnership with K&N Filters, a leader in filtration technology, as the Official Filter and Air Intake of NHRA. “K&N has been a wonderful partner of NHRA Championship Drag Racing for decades and we are so pleased that they are … [Read more...]

7/23/19 Drag Racing News

Late-Model Drag Racing COPO Camaros and More Super Chevy Network Arizona's Buddy Jensen is typical of many Sportsman drag racers out there; despite limited returns, he stays the course. While not collecting any major ... Flag as irrelevant JEGS Super Quick drag … [Read more...]

EIGHT TOP PRO STOCK BIKES RACING FOR $25,000 PRIZE IN MICKEY THOMPSON PRO BIKE BATTLE AT SONOMA

SONOMA, Calif. – The field is set for the annual Mickey Thompson Tires Pro Bike Battle featuring the very best in the Pro Stock Motorcycle category. This race-within-a-race pits the top eight riders in the class against each other as they compete for a $25,000 prize on July 27 during the 32nd annual … [Read more...]

TOP FUEL’S RICHIE CRAMPTON HOPES TEAM’S POSITIVE DIRECTION LEADS TO WIN AT NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS

SONOMA, Calif. – Richie Crampton isn’t all the way there yet, but he feels like his Kalitta Motorsports team is on the right track heading into this weekend’s NHRA Sonoma Nationals at scenic Sonoma Raceway. With the Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship quickly approaching, that’s a good thing … [Read more...]

STAKES WILL BE HIGH AS NHRA MELLO YELLO DRAG RACING COMPETES AT BRAINERD INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY

BRAINERD, Minn. – Serving as an important stop during the 2019 season, the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series returns to fan-favorite Brainerd International Raceway for the 38th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, Aug. 15-18. It is the 17th of 24 races in 2019, meaning only one race follows it before … [Read more...]