Leah Pruett, Matt Hagan ready for Tony Stewart Racing debut in Pomona
Tony Stewart Racing will make its official NHRA debut at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals with Leah Pruett in Top Fuel and Matt Hagan in Funny Car wheeling their respective Dodge Power Brokers entries. Both drivers discuss their thoughts heading into the event.
Tony Stewart Racing will make its official NHRA debut at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com with Leah Pruett in Top Fuel and Matt Hagan in Funny Car wheeling their respective Dodge Power Brokers entries.
The…
Still reveling in strong 2021 finish, Alexis DeJoria has big hopes for 2022
A fantastic finish to the 2021 season did wonders for Alexis DeJoria’s psyche at the end of last season. It’s also done quite a bit to get her and the rest of her standout team energized for the 2022 campaign.
A fantastic finish to the 2021 season did wonders for Alexis DeJoria’s psyche at the end of last season. It’s also done quite a bit to get her and the rest of her standout team energized for the 2022 campaign.
After a string of near-misses…
Funny Car world champ Ron Capps eager to keep rolling at Winternationals
The last time Ron Capps was at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, he was wrapping up his second career Funny Car world championship. Back in Pomona for this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals to open the 2022 season, Capps has entered an entirely new world.
The last time Ron Capps was at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, he was wrapping up his second career Funny Car world championship in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series. Back at the same track for this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals…
Don, Tony Schumacher eager to battle for DSR team's 20th championship
Tony Schumacher, the winningest Top Fuel driver in NHRA history, is ready for his highly anticipated “second act” as he prepares to return to full-time competition for the first time in more than three years.
Tony Schumacher, the winningest Top Fuel driver in NHRA history, is ready for his highly anticipated “second act” as he prepares to return to full-time competition for the first time in more than three years.
When Schumacher, an 85-time…
Camrie Caruso readies for official NHRA Pro Stock debut at Winternationals
NHRA Pro Stock rookie Camrie Caruso will be making her NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series debut at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals. The third-generation driver checked in to share her excitement heading into the event.
NHRA Pro Stock rookie Camrie Caruso will be making her NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series debut at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com driving the Powerbuilt Tools Chevrolet Camaro.
In advance of…
J.R. Todd raves about potential of new Toyota GR Supra Funny Car body
This offseason marked the first time J.R. Todd has been involved with bringing an entirely new body to a nitro class. Rest assured, the former Funny Car champ has enjoyed every bit of it, giving him an added dose of excitement heading into the 2022 NHRA season.
This offseason marked the first time J.R. Todd has been involved with bringing an entirely new body to a nitro class. Rest assured, the former Funny Car champ has enjoyed every bit of it, giving him an added dose of excitement heading into the 2022…
WFO Podcast: Joe Castello, Alan Reinhart preview Phoneix PRO test session
NHRA announcers Alan Reinhart and Joe Castello preview 2022 PRO Nitro Spring Training at Wild Horse Motorsports Park.
NHRA announcers Alan Reinhart and Joe Castello preview 2022 PRO Nitro Spring Training at Wild Horse Motorsports Park.
The PRO preseason test session scheduled for Feb.10-12 is the final test session prior to the Lucas Oil NHRA…
Tommy Johnson Jr. runs a "convenience store" of parts, supplies for nitro teams
Tommy Johnson Jr. might not have a full-time Funny Car ride right now, but the nitro-racing veteran still remains a key player through a parts business that supplies needed consumables to the top race teams in the sport.
Clay Millican reaping the benefits of branching out as content creator
Clay Millican isn’t planning on changing his primary job as a Top Fuel driver anytime soon, but the veteran has thoroughly enjoyed expanding into the world of content creation, bringing new eyes — and sponsors — to the sport as his YouTube page has steadily grown.
Clay Millican isn’t planning on changing his primary job as a Top Fuel driver anytime soon, but as of late, the veteran hasn’t minded picking up some additional duties.
Millican has thoroughly enjoyed expanding into the world of content creation…
Troy Coughlin Jr. learning the ropes as first career Pro Stock victory looms
Troy Coughlin Jr. had some big shoes to fill when he slid in behind the wheel of the JEGS.com Chevrolet Camaro. His uncle, Jeg Coughlin Jr., had wheeled the family's coat of arms to five Pro Stock championships, but Troy Jr. took the pressure in stride.
Troy Coughlin Jr. had some big shoes to fill when he slid in behind the wheel of the familiar yellow and black JEGS.com Chevrolet Camaro. His uncle, Jeg Coughlin Jr., had wheeled the family's coat of arms to five Pro Stock championships and 65 wins…
Tasca team making adjustments for 2022 Funny Car championship assault
After a third-place finish last season, crew chief Jon Schaffer discusses plans and adjustments that Bob Tasca Racing hopes will carry the Ford team to its first championship in 2022.
For Matt Hagan, strength is more than just about flexing muscles in title bid
Funny Car driver Matt Hagan is known for physical strength and is often referred to by fans and media as "Hulk" Hagan, but over the years, the three-time world champ has learned that mental strength can be just as important.
Funny Car driver Matt Hagan is known for physical strength. In fact, the three-time NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series champion is often referred to by fans and media as "Hulk" Hagan. What he hasn't gotten a lot of credit for, though, is that he'…
Cory Reed focused on team success as he continues recovery
On the mend after a frightening two-bike accident last year in Charlotte, Cory Reed and his Pro Stock Motorcycle team are full speed ahead going into 2022.
When Cory Reed crashed his Pro Stock Suzuki during last year’s DeWalt NHRA Carolina Nationals in Concord, he instantly knew that he’d been seriously injured but his first thought was not about his own wellbeing; rather it was concern for his…
Adversaries are under the awning for Pro Stock champ Greg Anderson
Greg Anderson's fifth Pro Stock championship ended with a triumph over rival Elite Motorsports, but there was plenty of competition under Anderson's awning from his young KB Racing stablemates, Kyle Koretsky and Dallas Glenn.
Greg Anderson penned a new paragraph in the history of NHRA Pro Stock on the way to the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series championship, but nothing he accomplished last season came easy. En route to becoming the most winning driver in the…
Behind the scenes as John Force Racing teams prepare for season's start
Crew chiefs David Grubnic, Jimmy Prock, and Tim Fabrisi discuss their ongoing work on their respective John Force Racing entries in anticipation of the start of the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season launch in Pomona.
Good decisions have set Paul Lee up for success heading into the 2022 season
Funny Car veteran Paul Lee will hit the ground running in 2022 with a fresh chassis, a new assistant crew chief in respected Dustin Heim, and the same can-do attitude that has marked his 18-year Funny Car career.
The past two seasons of drag racing have been something else. For 18-year Funny Car veteran Paul Lee, good fortune waxed and waned as he raced all 11 of the events in 2020 and then 15 of 20 last year in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series.…
Pro Stock Motorcycle champ Matt Smith highlights 2021, charts 2022 plans
Five-time and reigning NHRA Camping World Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Matt Smith joined WFO Radio and host Joe Castello to talk about the big moments and the toughest challenges. Plus, a look ahead to the 2022 season: V-Twin or Suzuki? Find out!
Tony Stewart Racing crew chiefs race to prepare for testing, Pomona team debuts
As the new Tony Stewart Racing team prepares for its debut at the season opener in Pomona, work is progressing at the team’s shop in Brownsburg, Ind., and crew chiefs Dickie Venables and Neal Strausbaugh discuss the preparation processes for their respective teams.
New car, new parts, new hope: Foley & Lewis team go all-in for 2022 season
Doug Foley and partner Tim Lewis are going all-in this season to prove that they have a championship-caliber team. A new chassis and new parts will help the cause, and with a little sponsorship help, he thinks they could make the Countdown to the Championship.
Doug Foley doesn’t like to think about it now, but last summer he and partner Tim Lewis were thinking that maybe it was time to hang up their Top Fuel aspirations and sell the entire operation.
“Tim and I had a conversation and discussed the…
Robert Hight determined to get back in championship form at hometrack
Starting the 2022 season of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona marks the return of a tradition that just feels right to most everyone, but particularly to SoCal native Robert Hight.
Starting the 2022 season of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona marks the return of a tradition that just feels right to most everyone, but particularly to SoCal native Robert Hight, who flies the colors of the…
Shawn Langdon explains Top Fuel driving with a trio of rides down the track
Ride along with DHL/Kalitta Motorsports Top Fuel driver Shawn Langdon on a trio of runs from the 2021 Auto Club NHRA Finals as the former world champ walks you through the passes from his viewpoint as seen from the Toyota Visor Cam.
Mike Green and Tommy DeLago bring one-two punch to Justin Ashley Racing
Championship-winning crew chiefs Mike Green and Tommy DeLago will team up to tune Justin Ashley's Top Fueler in the 2022 NHRA Camping World Top Fuel campaign, giving the 2020 NHRA Rookie of the Year a double-fisted approach to his championship aspirations.
How it works: NHRA Contingency program
A five-minute video every racer needs to watch to maximize their cash winnings in 2022.
The NHRA Contingency program is a grassroots marketing partnership that connects racers who buy parts with manufacturers looking to sell and market performance products. It offers the advantages of a passion-driven business-to-consumer…
Crew chief Neal Strausbaugh discusses the busy offseason at Tony Stewart Racing
In our latest Skype interview, crew chief Neal Strasbaugh discusses the hectic off season at Tony Stewart Racing. "My emotions are on a roller coaster on an hourly basis."
With a full schedule planned for 2022 season, the sky's the limit for Josh Hart
In almost any other season, Josh Hart’s two Top Fuel victories last year would have earned him the coveted mantle of NHRA Rookie of the Year, but the new team's shortened schedule cost them that title. In 2022, everyone will find out what they can do with a full schedule.
In almost any other season, Josh Hart’s two Top Fuel victories last year would have earned him the coveted mantle of NHRA Rookie of the Year. Considering that only two of the last nine RoY winners had two or more wins on their first-year scorecard,…
Hard work under way as Torrence team prepares for another title defense
The first week of January marked the start of the pursuit of NHRA Top Fuel championship No. 4 for Steve Torrence’s Capco Contractors team. NHRA’s John Kernan stopped by their Brownsburg, Ind., shop to take a look at the work underway for their title defense.
Best of Behind the Scenes
From Greg Anderson's milestone 100th Pro Stock win to dual Indy titles for Antron Brown and Ron Capps, there was a lot of celebrating going on in 2022, and NHRA's Behind The Scenes cameras captured it all.
Happy New Year from the NHRA
As we all put behind us a very successful 2022, the staff of the NHRA wishes a Happy New Year to its members, fans, racers, sponsors, member track operators, and everyone else who helps make the world of NHRA Drag Racing a wondrous place.
The Road Back: NHRA charted a successful return in 2021 after tough 2020
A sense of a new normalcy blessed the 2021 NHRA season with the community enjoying a spirited comeback from the scrappy yet shortened 2020 season so dramatically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
A sense of a new normalcy blessed the 2021 NHRA season with the community enjoying a spirited comeback from the scrappy yet shortened 2020 season so dramatically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
New teams and stars emerged, the racing schedule…
NHRA Division Director William Tharpe on the NHRA on FOX stage at the 2021 PRI Show
2021 NHRA divisional events saw car counts that were off the charts. NHRA Division 3 Director Tharpe explains how he went from a fan in the stands to helping run some of the largest drag racing events on earth
