Crew chiefs Flynn, Cave plot Scrappers team's plans for Pep Boys All-Stars Callout
Rob Flynn, new crew chief for NHRA Arizona Nationals Top Fuel winner Mike Salinas, talks about his team’s recent success, about new co-crew chief Aaron Cave’s ascension on the team, and about his strategy for the upcoming Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout.
Sean Bellemeur borrowed family hot rod to warm up for championship defense
Reigning NHRA Lucas Oil Top Alcohol Funny Car champ Sean Bellemeur got his title defense started at the Winternationals, not in the familiar Bartone Bros./Killer Bs car that he usually drives but in the family flopper that he hasn't raced since 2019.
Sean Bellemeur is excited. Let's be honest: The exuberant second-generation drag racer is always excited. Bellemeur is particularly over the moon, though, to start his championship defense — the third of his Top Alcohol Funny Car career —…
Pro Stock points leader Aaron Stanfield talks about his fast early-season success
Recent NHRA Arizona Nationals Pro Stock winner Aaron Stanfield joined NHRA's Brian Lohnes via Skype to talk about his fast start to the season, which includes the points lead after two final-round appearances and his win in Phoenix.
Five Things We Learned at the NHRA Arizona Nationals
Two races into the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, we’re already seeing some noticeable trends, and as we put the NHRA Arizona Nationals in our rearview mirror, here’s a look at five things that crystalized for us in Phoenix.
Two races into the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, we’re already seeing some noticeable trends, and as we put the NHRA Arizona Nationals in our rearview mirror, here’s a look at five things that crystalized for us in…
Local hero Jim Maroney is carrying on his family's Arizona nitro tradition
Arizona race fans have been cheering on the Maroney name since the 1970s when Jack Maroney fielded Funny Car at local dragstrips, but their new nitro hero is his son, Jim Maroney, who is trying to make a big impression with Phoenix friends, family, and fans with his Gilbert, Ariz.-based American Flow Tech Top Fueler.
Arizona race fans have been cheering on the Maroney name since the 1970s when Jack Maroney fielded the Blind Faith Funny Car at local dragstrips like long-defunct Beeline Dragway, but their new nitro hero is his son, Jim Maroney, who is trying to…
Green light: Chad Green goes all-in for full-season 2022 campaign in Funny Car
Chad Green’s transformation from full-time Pro Mod racer to full-time Funny Car racer is now complete as the Midland, Texas-based racer has committed to a full season on the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series tour.
Chad Green’s transformation from full-time Pro Mod racer to full-time Funny Car racer is now complete as the Midland, Texas-based racer has committed to a full season on the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series tour with his Bond Coat Mustang.…
Clay Millican battling to stay qualified for Pep Boys Top Fuel All-Star Callout
As he battles for every possible point to stay ahead of Shawn Langdon and Doug Kalitta and among the elite eight to qualify for the big-bucks Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout, Clay Millican has a lot on his mind.
As he battles for every possible point to stay ahead of Shawn Langdon and Doug Kalitta and among the elite eight to qualify for the big-bucks Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout, Clay Millican can’t help look back to last summer and wonder “What…
Force and Phoenix: Racing together since 1984, and looking for much more
For nearly 40 years, John Force has crossed the desert from his Southern California base to race in Phoenix, running national events and match races since the facility now known as Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park opened in early 1984.
For nearly 40 years, John Force has crossed the desert from his Southern California base to race in Phoenix, running national events and match races since the facility now known as Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park opened in early 1984 as Firebird…
Better together: Chris and Mason McGaha
When Chris McGaha made his Pro Stock debut at the NHRA U.S. Nationals in 2011, he could not have fully envisioned how the years ahead would unfold. He did, however, have an inkling that he needed a second car, and he always knew that it would be his son, Mason, at the wheel.
When Chris McGaha made his Pro Stock debut at the NHRA U.S. Nationals in 2011, the Odessa, Texas, native could not have fully envisioned how the years ahead would unfold. He did, however, have an inkling.
"I always felt like I needed a…
Two years later, Pro Stock star Erica Enders is after another Phoenix win
The last time Erica Enders was at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park was two years ago, and she was holding a Wally as the Pro Stock winner, and Enders is now after the same success heading into this weekend’s NHRA Arizona Nationals.
The last time Erica Enders was at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, it was 2020, and she was holding a Wally as the Pro Stock winner en route to her fourth NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series world championship. That was two years ago, and Enders…
Matt Hartford's Plan of Attack: 'Suck less today than we did yesterday'
The 2022 season of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series is off and running, and Pro Stock driver Matt Hartford is tackling this year with a very direct approach.
The 2022 season of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series is off and running, and Pro Stock driver Matt Hartford is tackling this year with a very direct approach. The Phoenix-area businessman is the president and CEO of Total Seal Piston Rings…
Five Things We Learned at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals
The 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com in Pomona. Here are five big takeaways from the event.
The 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com in Pomona. Here are five big takeaways from the event.
The hype was real
It…
UPS pilot Scott Farley flying inches off the ground in Pomona Top Fuel debut
Scott Farley has done a lot of flying in his life -- the last several years at the helm of an MD11, flying trans-Pacific cargo routes for UPS -- but it’s nothing like the flying he’s doing this weekend just inches off the ground in Terry Haddock’s Top Fueler in his debut in the class.
Scott Farley has done a lot of flying in his life -- spending more than 12,000 hours in the air as a pilot, the last several years at the helm of an MD11, flying trans-Pacific cargo routes for UPS -- but it’s nothing like the flying he’s doing this…
Erica Enders is atop the Pro Stock pack, and it's exactly where she plans to stay
Erica Enders’ strong off-the-trailer 6.521 pass to lead Friday’s Pro Stock field was exactly the warning shot that the Elite team hoped it could fire to start the season, putting everyone on notice that that big, bad red Melling Camaro is ready to rumble.
Erica Enders’ strong off-the-trailer 6.521 pass to lead Friday’s Pro Stock field was exactly the warning shot that the Elite team hoped it could fire to start the season, putting everyone on notice that that big, bad red Melling Camaro is ready to…
Four-time Top Fuel champ Steve Torrence begins 'Drive for Five' in Pomona
Steve Torrence, already the first driver in NHRA history to sweep the Countdown to the Championship playoffs, will begin his 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series campaign at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals as he embarks on another record-setting quest.
Steve Torrence, already the first driver in NHRA history to sweep the Countdown to the Championship playoffs, will begin his 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series campaign at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com…
NHRA Media Day: Behind the Scenes
Prior to the season-opening Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com, the stars of the Camping World Drag Racing Series took part in Media Day, shooting their official photos and introductory videos with a team of content creators. But apparently it wasn’t all business …
Doug Kalitta, Shawn Langdon ready to pounce after reloading Top Fuel rosters
Never one to get too emotional, Doug Kalitta couldn’t hide his enthusiasm as the veteran Top Fuel driver prepares for a 2022 season full of promise heading into this weekend’s NHRA Winternationals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona.
Never one to get too emotional, Doug Kalitta couldn’t hide his enthusiasm as the veteran Top Fuel driver prepares for a 2022 season full of promise heading into this weekend’s NHRA Winternationals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona.
Change was in the…
New car, new launch point welcome Josh Hart into second Top Fuel season
Josh Hart launched his rookie Top Fuel season last year with a victory at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in his Florida backyard, but with the 2022 schedule kicking off at its traditional stop in Pomona, Calif., new and exciting challenges await.
Josh Hart launched his sensational rookie Top Fuel season last year with a victory in his class debut at the season-kickoff Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in his Florida backyard, but with the 2022 schedule launching at its traditional stop in…
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'…