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Prock, Kalitta, Latino, and Herrera lock up No. 1 positions at NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
Reigning Funny Car world champion Austin Prock locked up his fifth No. 1 qualifier of the season on Saturday at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals in front of a sold-out crowd at Worldwide Technology Raceway. Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Eric Latino (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also secured the top spot.
Reigning Funny Car world champion Austin Prock locked up his fifth No. 1 qualifier of the season on Saturday at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals in front of a sold-out crowd at Worldwide Technology Raceway. Doug Kalitta (Top…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday photo gallery
Saturday brought thrills and chills at World Wide Technology Raceway as qualifying concluded for all and champions were crowned in two categories. NHRA National Dragster photographers caught it all. Here's a small sampling of a not-so-ordinary day at the dragstrip.
World Wide Technology Raceway sells out Saturday at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
The NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway announced a sellout Saturday at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
The NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway announced on Saturday a sellout at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.“Today’s sold-out crowd at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals in St. Louis showcases the unmatched passion…
Saturday News and Notes from the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
News, notes, and quotes from the second day of professional qualifying from the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Updated throughout the day.
Top Fuel Q3The qualifying order is flipped today, so we're getting a hearty dose of nitro to start the day. The time of day and the conditions should be a fairly accurate example of what to expect on Sunday.After mustering a best…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday preview
The second and final day of qualifying for the at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Fields will be set on what is sure to be another thrilling day of action at the third of six Countdown to the Championship events.
The second and final day of qualifying for the at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Fields will be set on what is sure to be another thrilling day of action at the third of six Countdown to the Championship…
Kalitta, Prock, Latino, and Herrera No. 1 on Friday at NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals
The first day of qualifying is complete at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals, the third of six events in the 2025 Countdown to the Championship. Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Eric Latino, and Gaige Herrera all scored the provisional pole.
The first day of qualifying is complete at the 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals, the third of six events in the 2025 Countdown to the Championship. Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Eric Latino, and Gaige Herrera all scored the…
Friday News and Notes from the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
News, notes, and quotes from the opening day of professional qualifying from the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Pro Stock Motorcycle Q1Pro Stock Motorcycle kicks off with Lance Bonham pulling into the waterbox just before 5pm on a warm day in Madison, Ill. The St. Louis Arch is catching the lowering sun as Bonham goes 7.143.It quickly becomes…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals Friday photo gallery
The NHRA National Dragster photographers went hunting for gold in the pits and trackside on Friday at the NAPA Auto Parts Midwest Nationals. Here are a few of the gems they unearthed.
Desire to win continues to blaze for Brittany Force
Two weeks after announcing she would soon focus on starting a family, the fire to win is still burning strong for Brittany Force. The driver of the HendrickCars.com dragster arrives at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals ready to make a strong push for a third world title.
Two weeks after announcing that she would be stepping away from full-time Top Fuel competition to focus on starting a family, the fire to win is still burning strong for Brittany Force. The driver of the HendrickCars.com dragster, out of the…
Levasseur, Alarie, Taylor, and Konopacki win Summit Series Canada Finals
Cody Levasseur, Patrick Alarie, Dustin Taylor, and Mike Konopacki scored wins at the 2025 NHRA Summit Racing Series Canada Northeast Division Finals.
The following are final results from the 2025 NHRA Summit Racing Series Canada Northeast Division Finals:SUPER PRO DOOR CARCody Levasseur, 4.943, 136.36 def. Pam Rennie; , 4.763, 141.50.SEMI PROPatrick Alarie…
Top Hitter Bat adds to Friday night excitement at NAPA Midwest Nationals
Friday night under the lights at World Wide Technology will have an added bonus for top qualifiers in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle as part of this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
Friday night under the lights at World Wide Technology will have an added bonus for top qualifiers in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle as part of this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals. World Wide…
Brown, Spiegel double up at Famoso Raceway Division 7 Lucas Oil Series event
James Brown in Super Street and Andy Spiegel in Top Dragster both won both halves of the doubleheader NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Pacific Division event at Famoso Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Pacific Division event at Famoso Dragstrip:COMPETITION ELIMINATORScott McClay, Tehachapi, Calif., '98 dragster, C/ED, 7.259, 182.51 def.…
Tricky Tipster, NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
The Countdown to the Championship will reach the midway point during this week’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, where Justin Ashley, Austin Prock, Dallas Glenn, and Gaige Herrera are the pre-race favorites according to PlayNHRA oddsmakers.
The Countdown to the Championship will reach the midway point during this week’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, which means the pressure is on for anyone who is in contention for a NHRA Mission Foods Drag…
Banaka leads loaded Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series field to St. Louis
Fresh off his first career victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, Billy Banaka now finds himself as the man to beat heading into this weekend’s playoff race as part of the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
Fresh off his first career victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, Billy Banaka now finds himself as the man to beat heading into this weekend’s playoff race as part of the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals Friday preview
Race three of six in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship is about to kick off. Here’s a look at what to expect on day one at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Race three of six in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship is about to kick off. Here’s a look at what to expect on day one at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway.While…
Richard Gadson relishing opportunity as points leader going into St. Louis
For the first time in his career, Pro Stock Motorcycle standout Richard Gadson is the points leader as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series travels to World Wide Technology Raceway for this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
For the first time in his career, Pro Stock Motorcycle standout Richard Gadson is the points leader as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series travels to World Wide Technology Raceway for this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals and…
Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown championship coronation on the line
Reigning world champion Mark Pawuk is all but assured of winning his second consecutive Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown championship as the series' final 2025 event will be contested this weekend at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
The final Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown national event will be contested Sept. 26-28 at World Wide Technology Raceway during the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.Reigning world champion Mark Pawuk is all but assured of winning his second…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals always a highlight for Ron Capps
World Wide Technology Raceway has treated three-time Funny Car champion Ron Capps well over the years, and the addition of NAPA Auto Parts — Capps’ longtime sponsor — as the title sponsor of the NHRA Midwest Nationals adds another layer of motivation as well.
World Wide Technology Raceway has treated three-time Funny Car champion Ron Capps well over the years, something he hopes to replicate at this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals for multiple reasons.A victory would keep him alive in…
Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 4-Wide Carolina Nationals
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
A Countdown Catchup with the Insiders
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna to talk all things Reading and Charlotte.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna to talk all things Reading and Charlotte. There's been loads of action on the track, unexpected winners, points…
Fuel Your Future: Explore exciting new career opportunities with NHRA
NHRA is offering qualified professionals the chance to join the team of the world’s largest sanctioning body with a pair of exciting career opportunities: General Manager, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, and Division Services Coordinator, Northeast Division.
NHRA is offering qualified professionals the chance to join the team of the world’s largest sanctioning body with a pair of exciting career opportunities.General Manager, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway ParkRev up your career by…
Top Fuel’s Justin Ashley after first St. Louis win at NAPA Midwest Nationals
If Charlotte Top Fuel winner Justin Ashley can close out this stretch of three straight races to open the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs with another strong performance at this weekend’s NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals, he’ll find himself among the Top Fuel world title favorites.
Coming off a standout performance in Charlotte, if Top Fuel title contender Justin Ashley can close out this stretch of three straight races to open the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs with another strong performance at this weekend’s…
Ron Tornow and RAT Racing team win Holley Never Rest award in Charlotte
Pro Stock Motorcycle racer Ron Tornow and his RAT Racing team, who are retiring from racing after the NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals, were celebrated for their years of competition with the Holley Never Rest award in Charlotte.
NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals event guide: What you need to know before you go
Planning to attend or even watch next week's NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals in St. Louis? Check out our event guide, which features ticket information, event schedule and news, entry lists, a facility map, the Nitro Alley schedule, driver bios, and much more
Weekend Rewind: 2025 NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals
The NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals was the first time that teams in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series have run four-wide in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs, and the action at zMAX Dragway was expectedly weird and wild. Enjoy our video look back at the race.
Countdown to the Championship hits halfway point at NAPA Midwest Nationals
This weekend's 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals marks the halfway point of the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs, and drivers have their sights set on a big weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis.
Every NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series driver knows the importance of the NHRA Countdown to the Championship and its six playoff races. The 14th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals, Sept. 26-28, marks the halfway point of the playoffs…
Eight Lucas Oil Series event champs crowned at NHRA Carolina Nationals
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA Carolina Nationals, eight other winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Series action at zMAX Dragway, including Top Alcohol Dragster Matt Cummings.
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA Carolina Nationals, eight other winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Series action at zMAX Dragway.Gatornationals Top Alcohol Dragster champ Matt Cummings scored…
Vincent Nobile wins JHG Mountain Motor Pro Stock at Carolina Nationals
Vincent Nobile in his Jersey Auto Supply 2024 Chevy Camaro picked up his first career victory in Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Motor Pro Stock Sunday at the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMAX Dragway.
Vincent Nobile in his Jersey Auto Supply 2024 Chevy Camaro picked up his first career victory in Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Motor Pro Stock Sunday at the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMAX Dragway.In the finals, Nobile lined up…
Five things we learned in Charlotte
We learn a lot at every NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series event, and during the Countdown to the Championship playoffs, we sometimes learn lessons that stick with us for the rest of the year. That was certainly the case in Charlotte, and here…
Kelly Clontz adds ArchKey Solutions for Midwest Nationals
Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Kelly Clontz will lead her race team into the NHRA NAPA Midwest Nationals with ArchKey Solutions, a premier installation and integrated facilities services business.
Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Kelly Clontz will lead her race team into the NHRA NAPA Midwest Nationals with ArchKey Solutions, a premier installation and integrated facilities services business that builds, installs and maintains electrical,…