MOPAR AND DODGE TO SPONSOR NHRA COUNTDOWN RACE IN VEGAS

MOPAR AND DODGE NAMED TITLE AND POWERED BY SPONSORS OF NHRA’S COUNTDOWN RACE IN LAS VEGAS

LAS VEGAS (May 26, 2026) – NHRA officials announced today that Mopar and Dodge have been named the title and powered by sponsors of the annual fall race at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

The 26th annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals event again serves as the penultimate event of the 20-race season during NHRA’s 75th anniversary campaign. The Mopar NHRA Las Vegas Nationals powered by Dodge takes place Oct. 29-Nov. 1 at the standout facility in Las Vegas and plays a pivotal role in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

It’s the fifth of six races in NHRA’s postseason, which means plenty of intrigue, excitement and intensity at one of the biggest and most important races on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour.

“The NHRA Las Vegas Nationals has always been a standout race for the series, and Mopar and Dodge are proud to help continue the tradition as title and powered‑by sponsors,” said Darren Bradshaw, senior vice president of Mopar North America. “This race embodies the performance standards and competitive spirit that define our brands and we are thrilled to be part of the experience. From the pits to our interactive displays, we’re bringing the kind of presence that reminds everyone why performance is in our DNA.”

Mopar and Dodge continue to be heavily involved in the NHRA ranks, serving as a partner for Tony Stewart Racing and their star Top Fuel and Funny Car drivers, Matt Hagan and Leah Pruett, as well as racing legend Tony Stewart.

Pruett has impressed in her return to the Top Fuel ranks, while Hagan, the defending event winner in Las Vegas, is a four-time world champion and once again in the title hunt in 2026. Stewart, who won the regular-season championship a year ago, already has one Top Fuel win this season.

Mopar and Dodge will continue to have a strong presence in the midway at Las Vegas with an interactive fan display.

“It’s exciting to have Mopar and Dodge as the sponsors for such a huge race in our Countdown to the Championship,” said Brad Gerber, NHRA vice president and chief development officer. “This race always plays a huge role in the championship chase and you can feel the energy at the track all weekend. Having amazing brands like Mopar and Dodge sponsor two of our Countdown to the Championship races, including the event at Martin, Michigan, in September, only raises the excitement level and we’re proud to have their support for what will be another incredible event in Vegas.”

Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Hagan (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) each won the fall race in Las Vegas last year. This season’s race will be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations on Sunday, Nov. 1.

Pro Stock’s Erica Enders has dominated The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway over the years, as her 10 wins at the fan-favorite facility are the most in NHRA history. Tony Schumacher’s eight wins are the most in Top Fuel, with reigning champ Antron Brown right behind with six. Ron Capps’ and Hagan’s six victories in Funny Car is tied for the most at the track with John Force and Robert Hight. Reigning Pro Stock world champ Greg Anderson has eight wins at the standout facility.

The Mopar NHRA Las Vegas Nationals powered by Dodge will also feature thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, which includes some of the sport’s top drivers, and the Summit Racing Series presented by Hoosier E.T. Finals, where world champions will be crowned. The event also serves as the season finale in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports.

To purchase tickets to the Mopar NHRA Las Vegas Nationals powered by Dodge at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, please call 800-644-4444 or visit www.lvms.com. For more information about NHRA, visit www.nhra.com. For more information on the Dodge brand, visit Dodge.com.