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Famoso Dragstrip transitions to new leadership to continue to add to legacy
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NHRA releases 2025 schedule for 11-race Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series
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Legends Nitro Series releases 2025 schedule, including U.S. Nationals debut
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National Dragster All-Star Social Media Account of the Year: AB Motorsports
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NHRA Museum Twilight Cruise Toy Drive united car enthusiasts for a cause
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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of Pro Stock Motorcycle parity: What the numbers say
Billy Meyer caps first season of Talkin’ Funny Cars; marathon set for Saturday
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Don Prudhomme honored with Robert E. Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award
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NHRA livestreams from the heart of the 2024 SEMA Show—Day 4
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NHRA livestreams from the heart of the 2024 SEMA Show—Day 3
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NHRA livestreams from the heart of the 2024 SEMA Show—Day 2
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Cornwell Quality Tools named title sponsor of NHRA U.S. Nationals
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2024 California Hot Rod Reunion recap: The championship battles at Famoso
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NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series final points standings
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Palmer to race Las Vegas and Pomona events with added backing from RoofTec
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2024 California Hot Rod Reunion Sunday Finals
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2024 California Hot Rod Reunion Saturday Wrap-Up
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2024 California Hot Rod Reunion in photos: Friday
2024 California Hot Rod Reunion Friday Wrap-Up: nitro, speed, and nostalgia at Famoso Dragstrip
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1992 California Hot Rod Reunion—reprinted from National Dragster
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2024 JEGS Allstars Top Dragster winner Vince Musolino
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2024 JEGS Allstars Top Alcohol Funny Car winner Sean Bellemeur
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2024 JEGS Allstars Top Sportsman winner Curt Fredrich
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2024 JEGS Allstars Super Street winner Alan Bush
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2024 JEGS Allstars Super Gas winner Mchael Boehner
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2024 JEGS Allstars Super Comp winner Tom Stalba
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2024 JEGS Allstars Stock winner Michael Brand
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2024 JEGS Allstars Super Stock winner Trey Vetter
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2024 JEGS Allstars Comp winner Stephen Szupka
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2024 JEGS Allstars Top Alcohol Dragster winner Julie Nataas
Sunday News and Notes from the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
News, notes, quotes, photos, and more from final eliminations at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals. Updated throughout the day.
TOP FUEL ROUND 1Even though they had a first-round bye, Shawn Langdon and crew chief Brian Husen didn't take it easy, powering to new track records of 3.718 and 338.00 mph. Should Langdon win this weekend, he…
NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS Sunday preview
The champions of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS will be crowned today on another glorious Maryland day, diamond Wallys pressed into eager hands at the second new race of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.
The champions of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS will be crowned today on another glorious Maryland day, diamond Wallys pressed into eager hands at the second new race of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.While…
Langdon, Stanfields, Smith double up in Maryland on a wild sold-out Saturday
Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel) and Angie Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) won the Mission Challenge and were the low qualifiers in their class at the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS. Austin Prock won the Funny Car Mission Challenge and Aaron Stanfield Pro Stock honors while Jack Beckman and Greg Stanfield were the respective No. 1 qualifiers in those classes
After a rocky start to the season, reigning Funny Car world champion Austin Prock earned his first victory of the year when he won the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at Maryland International Raceway. With momentum on his side, he is…
Sellout Saturday crowd at debut NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
NHRA officials announced a sellout on Saturday for its debut at Maryland International Raceway for the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.
NHRA officials announced a sellout on Saturday for its debut at Maryland International Raceway for the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.The race marked the second visit to four new facilities during NHRA’s 75th anniversary season.…
NHRA Potomac Nationals Saturday photo gallery
The NHRA National Dragster photographers were all over Maryland International Raceway for the second day of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals, capturing all of the action on and off the racetrack.
Saturday News and Notes from the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
News, notes, quotes, photos, and more from the second day of qualifying at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals. Updated throughout the day.
With Maryland International Raceway being new to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, a lot of folks are asking questions like "Didn't that used to be called Budds Creek? But now you say the race is in Mechanicsville?" and "How far is…
Even after more than 700 races, Cruz Pedregon still excited for new tracks
Even for a super veteran like Cruz Pedregon, whose Pro-driving career has reached 712 events and, before that, scores of events in the Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car, the wonder of coming to a new dragstrip, like Maryland International Raceway, still wows him.
Even for a super veteran like Cruz Pedregon, whose Pro-driving career has reached 712 events and, before that, scores of events in the Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car, the wonder of coming to a new dragstrip still wows him.Maryland…
NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS Saturday preview
Day two of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS will set the fields for final eliminations Sunday at Maryland International Raceway after the final two sessions of qualifying.
Day two of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS will set the fields for final eliminations Sunday at Maryland International Raceway after the final two sessions of qualifying.With two rounds already under their safety belts Friday…
Division 5 Lucas Oil Series event at Tri-State Raceway posponed
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series West Central Division event at Tri-State Raceway was postponed due to rain. Additional details regarding the completion of the event will be shared as they become available.
The following are Saturday's final qualifying results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division event at Tri-State Raceway:COMPETITION ELIMINATOR1) Patrick Nahan, Sartell, Minn., '16 Parks, E/DA, 7.371…
Langdon, Pedregon, Anderson, Smith top opening day fields in Maryland
Top Fuel points leader Shawn Langdon made the quickest run on Friday in NHRA’s debut at Maryland International Raceway, powering to the provisional No. 1 position at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock), and Angie Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are also the provisional No. 1 qualifiers.
Coming off back-to-back Top Fuel wins, points leader Shawn Langdon made the quickest run on Friday in NHRA’s debut at Maryland International Raceway, powering to the provisional No. 1 position at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by…
NHRA Potomac Nationals Friday photo gallery
The NHRA National Dragster photographers were all over Maryland International Raceway for the opening day of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals, capturing all of the action on and off the racetrack.
Maryland native Kelly Clontz eager to show off at her home track
This weekend marks a special opportunity for Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Kelly Clontz and she’s determined to make the most of it as the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series makes its debut at Maryland International Raceway for the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.
This weekend marks a special opportunity for Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Kelly Clontz and she’s determined to make the most of it as the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series makes its debut at Maryland International Raceway for the inaugural NHRA Potomac…
Friday News and Notes from the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
News, notes, quotes, photos, and more from the opening day of qualifying at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals.
PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE Q1Welcome to a new track on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and the first of three straight weekends of racing on what is an unofficial Eastern Swing through Maryland, New Hampshire, and Tennessee.…
Matt Smith ruled out for Potomac Nats; Chip Ellis will substitute on Denso Buell
Six-time Pro Stock Motorcycle world champ Matt Smith won't compete at this weekend's NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS after being hospitalized for gallstones. Veteran Chip Ellis will ride Smith's Denso bike this weekend.
Matt Smith made it clear early this season that his main goal for 2026 is to win an unprecedented seventh Pro Stock Motorcycle world championship, so he’s not going to let something like a trip to the emergency room get in his way.Smith will not…
Rejuvenated DeJoria has momentum heading into NHRA Potomac Nationals
Like the rest of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Alexis DeJoria will be making her debut at Maryland International Raceway as part of this weekend’s inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS., but she heads to the first-time venue with plenty of confidence.
Like the rest of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Alexis DeJoria will be making her debut at Maryland International Raceway as part of this weekend’s inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.It makes for a new challenge, but with…
NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals will be football adjacent broadcast on FOX
The 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway will air on FOX adjacent to a FOX football broadcast on Sunday, Oct. 4, highlighting an exciting NHRA on FOX schedule for NHRA’s 75th anniversary season.
The 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway will air on FOX adjacent to a FOX football broadcast on Sunday, Oct. 4, highlighting an exciting NHRA on FOX schedule for NHRA’s 75th anniversary season.The FOX…
NHRA Potomac Nationals Friday preview
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series kicks off a mini Eastern Swing this weekend with its debut appearance at Maryland International Raceway for the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS followed the next two weekends with events in Epping, N.H., and Bristol, Tenn.
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series kicks off a mini Eastern Swing this weekend with its debut appearance at Maryland International Raceway for the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS followed the next two weekends with events in Epping,…
Joseph "Joe" Hrudka, founder of Mr. Gasket, passes away at age 87
Hrudka, the legendary racer, entrepreneur, and performance pioneer best known as the founder of Mr. Gasket, passed away on May 24, 2026.
[Photo courtesy of the Quarter Mile Foundation]Born Nov. 29, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio, Hrudka was a lifelong hot rodder whose passion for racing and innovation helped shape the modern performance aftermarket industry.Long before Mr. Gasket became…
Watch the Division 5 Tri-State Lucas Oil Series event for free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 5 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Tri-State Raceway for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 5 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Tri-State Raceway for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Dallas are …
NHRA Legends of Drag Racing mobile game now available
NHRA, in collaboration with Concrete Software and Trailmark Games, announced the release of the NHRA Legends of Drag Racing mobile game, which is available now and for free on iOS and Android.
NHRA, in collaboration with Concrete Software and Trailmark Games announced the release of the NHRA Legends of Drag Racing mobile game, which is available now and for free on iOS and Android.Built on 75 years of NHRA’s illustrious drag…
VizionOne Hand Cleaner named Official Hand Cleaner of NHRA
VizionOne Hand Cleaner has been named the Official Hand Cleaner of NHRA, launching a multiyear partnership focused on the mechanics, crewmembers, and racers whose hands help power one of the most demanding forms of motorsports.
VizionOne Hand Cleaner has been named the Official Hand Cleaner of NHRA, launching a multiyear partnership focused on the mechanics, crewmembers, and racers whose hands help power one of the most demanding forms of motorsports.Owned by veteran racer…
Tricky Tipster: NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will visit the second of four new venues this weekend as Maryland Int’l Raceway is set to host the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS, the seventh of 20 events scheduled this season. Here is a look at the favorites and the long shots this week.
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will visit the second of four new venues this weekend as Maryland International Raceway is set to host the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS, the seventh of 20 events scheduled this season.This…
Antron Brown brings momentum to inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals
The inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS marks the second of four new events on the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, and four-time Top Fuel world champ Antron Brown is ready to take on a new track this weekend at Maryland International Raceway.
The inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS marks the second of four new events on the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, and Top Fuel veteran and four-time world champ Antron Brown is ready to take on a new track this…
NHRA to salute Top 50 Sportsman Racers from NHRA's first 75 years
As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends has collaborated to select the Top 50 Sportsman Racers from NHRA’s first 75 years, which will be revealed over the coming weeks.
As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends has collaborated to select the Top 50 Sportsman Racers from NHRA’s first 75 years.The “Great Eight” Sportsman titans — Dan Fletcher, David Rampy, Peter Biondo…
'Nitro Joe' Morrison ready to race at Potomac Nationals
Veteran Top Fuel and Funny Car driver “Nitro Joe" Morrison will make his 2026 NHRA national event debut racing the Herzhauser Racing Funny Car at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.
This weekend, veteran Top Fuel and Funny Car driver “Nitro Joe" Morrison will make his 2026 NHRA national event debut racing the Herzhauser Racing Funny Car at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS. This will be the third time this…
Toronto Motorsports Park hosts NHRA Youth and Education Services program
Toronto Motorsports Park hosted a spectacularly successful NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) Program recently, welcoming 675 area high school students to spend the day and learn about opportunities in trades, racing, and life.
Toronto Motorsports Park hosted a spectacularly successful NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) Program recently, welcoming 675 area high school students to spend the day and learn about opportunities in trades, racing, and life.Thanks to the…
The Insiders preview the Potomac Nationals, Chris King chats Chicago
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna and Tony Pedregon join to talk about the upcoming NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS, and privateer Funny Car racer Chris King joins to talk about his first 2026 race at his home track in Chicago.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna and Tony Pedregon join to talk about the upcoming NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS, and privateer Funny Car racer Chris King joins to talk about his…
Paul Lee Racing announces primary partnership with PowerEdge for upcoming events
Paul Lee will return to Funny Car competition at the upcoming NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS with PowerEdge as the primary sponsor partner on the Paul Lee Racing Dodge Charger.
Paul Lee will return to Funny Car competition at the upcoming NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS with PowerEdge as the primary sponsor partner on the Paul Lee Racing Dodge Charger.PowerEdge branding will be displayed on Lee’s Nitro Funny Car…
A Memorial Day tribute from NHRA
This Memorial Day weekend, NHRA honors and remembers the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
This Memorial Day weekend, NHRA honors and remembers the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to freedom inspire everything we do, on and off the track.We pause to…
For the love of old drag racing photos
The history of drag racing is so well preserved in the amazing and timeless photographs captured over the decades, providing a scrapbook of the life and times of our sport.
Revealing to you that I love old drag racing photos is probably on par with my telling you that I need oxygen to live. You probably already guessed this.The wonderful thing about the internet — whether you’re scrolling past what your Facebook “…