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More Things That Aren't Here Anymore
Things That Aren't Here Anymore
Remembering Norm Weekly, Mart Higginbotham
Your dads (and moms)
Father's Day
The Ramchargers
Talking 'Otie,' terminology, skyjackings, and more
More Killers from Kenosha
A history of AMC Funny Cars
A Case of the Gremlins
Still more Vega panels ...
Remembering five fallen friends
More Vega panels
So, I heard you guys have been Wondering …
No more wonderin' about the Wonder Wagon story
How much Jake can you take?
Jake Johnston: Funny Car's "what if?" guy
The two Tommy Larkins
The Bobby Vodnik story, plus more Cassidy Bros.
Vodnik, Garlits, and the Mysterious Winternationals
The Cassidy brothers
Neither wind, nor snow …
Remembering Pat Garlits
In-car video
More in-car photos
Bob Tasca III: "I haven't been this excited about a season in a long time"
It’s early in the season – with just testing and one day of Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals qualifying behind us — but if there’s an unexpected MVP so far this season, it’s definitely Bob Tasca III.
It’s early in the season – with just testing and one day of Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals qualifying behind us — but if there’s an unexpected MVP so far this season, it’s definitely Bob Tasca III.
The veteran Funny Car racer and car…
Anderson expects both growing pains, and sixth championship for new KB Titan Racing
Greg Anderson and the rest of the KB Titan Pro Stock team quickly adjust to a hectic off-season as they look to shift the balance of power in the Pro Stock class.
The merger of KB Racing and Titan Racing Engines ahead of the 2023 NHRA's Camping World Drag Racing Series was one of drag racing’s most talked about and debated developments. What will become of the legendary team that Ken Black and Greg Anderson…
What could be: Looking ahead at some possible historic milestones in 2023
Erica Enders is poised to become the winningest female driver in NHRA history, while Brittany Force will almost assuredly become the sport's leading female winner in Top Fuel.
The record books of NHRA Drag Racing are filled with more than 70 years of history, and many great drivers have left what once were indelible marks on the scoresheet, marks that this year could be in jeopardy.
As the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag…
After fantastic 2022, Funny Car's Ron Capps not backing down in title defense
It was a historic season in many respects for Ron Capps last year, as the veteran Funny Car standout won his second straight world championship in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Season and gives Capps plenty of momentum going into 2023.
It was a historic season in many respects for Ron Capps last year, as the veteran Funny Car standout won his second straight world championship in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Season.
But it was also his first as a team owner, becoming the…
Top 5 moments from the 1983 Gatornationals
Let's take a quick trip in the wayback machine to 1983, where we review the Top 5 moments from a very memorable NHRA Gatornationals.
Top Fuel world champ Brittany Force looks to open 2023 season in a big way
Fresh off a record-breaking season and her second world championship in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Top Fuel star Brittany Force has no plans of letting up — or slowing down.
Fresh off a record-breaking season and her second world championship in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Top Fuel star Brittany Force has no plans of letting up — or slowing down.
The fastest female in sports, Force broke…
Top Fuel license in hand, 19-year-old Cody Krohn has big plans
The 2023 season has only just begun, but for Cody Krohn, this year has already been unforgettable. In February, Krohn earned a license to race Top Fuel in NHRA, and less than a month later, he reached his first final round in Top Alcohol Dragster.
The 2023 season of NHRA Drag Racing has only just begun, but for Cody Krohn, this year has already been unforgettable. In February, at just 18 years of age, Krohn earned a license to race Top Fuel in NHRA, and less than a month later, he reached his…
John Force Racing Funny Car teams geared up for start of 2023 season
Crew chiefs Jimmy Prock and Danny Hood talk about offseason moves and preseason plans for their respective John Force Racing teams heading into this week's season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
Austin Prock and new crew chief Chris Cunningham are ready for 2023 season
Former NHRA Rookie of the Year Austin Prock enters the 2023 season with a lot of momentum after his victory at the 2022 season finale and with new crew chief Chris Cunningham joining the team. Hear from both of them in this exclusive interview.
Pro Stock's Dallas Glenn reset and ready to defend Gatornationals title
The launch of the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series begins in a special place for third-year Pro Stock racer Dallas Glenn.
The launch of the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series begins in a special place for third-year Pro Stock racer Dallas Glenn. He'll start a fresh campaign alongside his competitors at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, a race that Glenn…
Alex Laughlin, on the transition from Top Fuel to Funny Car and lessons learned
Former Pro Stock and Top Fuel driver Alex Laughlin, the new driver of the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car, shares his views and emotions following his initial runs in the class in testing.
Gatornationals Wildest Rides
From fiery Funny Cars to flipping fuelers and pirouetting Pro Stockers, the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals has seen its share of wild rides over the years. Here’s a look back at some of the most spectacular.
Tony Stewart is serious about his new NHRA driving career, and winning a title
Following the announcement that he will compete for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series world championship with a full season in Top Alcohol Dragster, Tony Stewart took part recently in a media roundtable to discuss his plans and goals.
Motorsports legend Tony Stewart made a big splash in the NHRA waters last year with the creation of a two-car race team in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with his wife, Top Fuel driver Leah Pruett, and three-time Funny Car world…
J.R. Todd talks preseason testing, title hopes, and his new steering wheel
Past Funny Car world champion J.R. Todd joined Brian Lohnes via Skype to talk about preseason testing and the new steering wheel in his DHL GR Supra.
Capps, Antonelli discuss pivotal Pomona pass that helped win the championship
Ron Capps’ 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series Funny Car championship might not have happened were it not for a crucial pass in qualifying at the season finale. Capps and crew chief Dean Antonelli broke it all down for NHRA’s Brian Lohnes.
Robert Hight's challenge for 2023: Improve on the exceptional
Robert Hight won more Funny Car races than anyone last year and never lost in the first round, but he still didn't win the championship. "It'll be hard to be better than we were, but that's what it's going to take," he predicts.
Robert Hight's 2022 season in NHRA's Camping World Drag Racing Series was stunningly impressive, and although the championship did not come to fruition for the longtime John Force Racing Funny Car driver, winning eight races in 12 final rounds in a…
Top 5 list: The most unexpected winners in NHRA Gatornationals history
From Jimmy King to Frank Hawley, from Darrell Alderman and Don Campanello to Tripp Tatum, here’s a look at five of the most unexpected inners in Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals history.
Erica Enders looks back at 2022 season championship and ahead to 2023 battle
Five-time NHRA Pro Stock world champion Erica Enders joined Joe Castello on WFO Radio to discuss her 2022 campaign. Enders talked about her 10-win 2022 season and looked ahead to NHRA's 2023 schedule, testing, and previewed the 2023 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.Â
Five-time NHRA Pro Stock world champion Erica Enders joined Joe Castello on WFO Radio to discuss her 2022 campaign. Enders talked about her 10-win 2022 season, which included two runner-up finishes, including a gutsy smoke show in…
100 Days Out: A look at major Chicago moments with return approaching
With 100 days remaining before the NHRA stars return to Chicago, here’s a look at some of the record-breaking runs and memorable moments that have taken place at Route 66 Raceway since the track opened in 1998.
For the first time since 2019, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series will be racing at Route 66 Raceway, with the 23rd annual Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by PEAK Performance set to take place May 19-21.
With 100 days remaining before…
Annual DRAW benefit golf tournament helps kick off the 2023 season
The Drag Racing Association of Women will once again be presenting its Annual Tracy Winters Memorial Golf Tournament on March 8, the Wednesday before the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville.
The Drag Racing Association of Women will once again be presenting its Annual Tracy Winters Memorial Golf Tournament on March 8, 2023. This is the Wednesday before the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville.
This year…
Phil Unruh found speed, momentum, and a shot at a title with an unusual approach
Phil Unruh is a guy that likes to think outside of the box, and in last season's NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series championship competition, his willingness to veer off the beaten path brought him close to the big trophy in Super Gas.
Diverse drag racer Phil Unruh is a guy that likes to think outside of the box, and in last season's NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series championship competition, his willingness to veer off the beaten path brought him quite close to the big trophy in…
The bar is high, but J.R. Todd aims to reach it in the DHL Funny Car
After a 2022 season that didn't pan out as anyone expected, J.R. Todd, fueled by an atypical and unsatisfying season, is leading the charge for the Kalitta Motorsports team's Funny Car sector with the drive of a man who knows how to win.
Kalitta Motorsports is an iconic house of triumph, and although last season didn't pan out as anyone within the hallowed halls of the legendary race shop expected, the group is fixed on generating improved results in the months ahead. J.R. Todd,…
Who’s next? A look at possible first-time Pro winners for the 2023 season
Last year was a good year as far as first-time Pro winners goes with Tripp Tatum, Troy Coughlin Jr., and Joey Gladstone each getting their first wins in Top Fuel, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle, respectively. Now, who else is ready to join them?
Last year was a good year as far as first-time Pro winners goes with Tripp Tatum, Troy Coughlin Jr., and Joey Gladstone each getting their first wins in Top Fuel, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle, respectively. Now, who else is ready to join them…
On Wally Parks Birthday, we share his wisdom with the world
Wally Parks, born January 23, 1913: Land speed racer, the first editor of Hot Rod Magazine, and the founder of the National Hot Rod Association.
More than 110 years after his birth, Wally Parks' influence and insight still inspire. His words provide a foundation that connects us to our past, comfort to endure the present, and strength to forge a better future. Drag racing’s most…
Meet Tom Buckingham, new assistant crew chief for Capps' NAPA Funny Car team
Tom Buckingham has some big shoes to fill as he replaces the recently retired legend John Medlen as the assistant crew chief of the NAPA Auto Parts Funny Car team of reigning world champ Ron Capps.
White Alligator Racing team discusses 2023 plans, team lineup on WFO Radio
The White Alligator Racing Pro Stock Motorcycle team previewed its NHRA season and announced its 2023 rider lineup on WFO Radio Live!Â
The White Alligator Racing Pro Stock Motorcycle team previewed it NHRA season and announced its 2023 rider lineup on WFO Radio Live!
Team owner Jerry Savoie, crew chief Tim Kulungian, and previously announced rider Chase Van…
Why Top Fuel will be even more competitive in 2023
If you think the competition in Top Fuel was tough last season, buckle up. You ain’t seen nothing yet. NHRA’s Brian Lohnes examines why this season will be even more robust.
The competition during the 2022 Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series was truly next level, especially in the Top Fuel division. The nine different winners, the upsets, the wild tossing about of the points lead among a large group of drivers through…
Flawless: The Eight Most Impressive Victories of 2022 (Part 4, Top Fuel)
We have reached the fourth and final installment of this series documenting what were (in our estimation) the eight most flawless Top Fuel victories of the 2022 Camping World NHRA Drag Racing season.
We have reached the fourth and final installment of this series documenting what were (in our estimation) the eight (okay, nine because Funny Car was impossible to choose two) most flawless victories of the 2022 Camping World NHRA Drag Racing season…
John Force's Wildest Rides
The legendary career of 16-time NHRA Funny Car world champion John Force has literally been forged in fire. Here's a look back at seven of his wildest fires, crashes, and blowups over his Hall of Fame career.
Hector Arana Jr. plans to remain a threat in Pro Stock Motorcycle after powerful finish
Not long ago, Hector Arana Jr. was a championship contender in the Pro Stock Motorcycle ranks, and after winning two events during last year's abbreviated season, it is apparent that the second-generation rider has not lost his edge.
Not long ago, Hector Arana Jr. was a championship contender in the Pro Stock Motorcycle ranks, and after winning two events during last year's abbreviated season, it is apparent that the second-generation rider has not lost his edge. Running less…