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Justin Ashley to debut GuardLab Top Fuel dragster at NHRA Gatornationals

Top Fuel driver Justin Ashley, the 2020 NHRA Rookie of the Year, will be debuting a new co-primary sponsor, GuardLab, alongside Strutmasters.com for the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
09 Mar 2021
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GuardLab
Top Fuel driver Justin Ashley will be debuting a new co-primary sponsor alongside Strutmasters.com for the 52nd annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, March 12-14. GuardLab, a sports technology company that uses 3D technology and 3D printing…
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2021 Factory Stock Showdown preview: Can anyone slow down Aaron Stanfield?

After a dominant season that included five wins in six events, the entire Factory Stock Showdown class will be chasing Aaron Stanfield in 2021.
09 Mar 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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 Aaron Stanfield
The champ: Aaron Stanfield accomplished many things during the COVID-19-shortened 2020 season, including his first Pro Stock victory and the Division 4 championship in the Top Dragster class, yet his greatest achievement came in…
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PRI announces new initiatives, return of in-person trade show in 2021

A return to Indianapolis for the annual PRI Trade Show, an all-new membership drive launching next week, and a 2.0 version of the renowned PRI Road Tour are all part of Performance Racing Industry’s plans for an unprecedented year.
08 Mar 2021
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PRI
A return to Indianapolis for the annual PRI Trade Show, an all-new membership drive launching next week, and a 2.0 version of the renowned PRI Road Tour are all part of Performance Racing Industry’s plans for an unprecedented year. With its…
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Tune in to NHRA.tv and NHRA on FOX for complete Gatornationals coverage

NHRA fans can catch all of the action from the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, beginning with a free livestream of testing Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv followed by NHRA of FOX coverage culminating with a live Sunday broadcast on the national FOX Broadcast Network.
08 Mar 2021
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Gatornationals
NHRA fans can catch all of the action from the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, beginning with a free livestream of testing Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv followed by comprehensive coverage…
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Sea Foam names four-driver NHRA racing team for 2021 season

The 2021 Sea Foam Racing team will consist of four talented drivers who compete in drag racing events across the country. Chris Bishop, Jim Davis, Danielle Davis, and Russ Ginger all hail from Minnesota and strive for success at multiple events throughout the season.
08 Mar 2021
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Sea Foam
The 2021 Sea Foam Racing team will consist of four talented drivers who compete in drag racing events across the country. Chris Bishop, Jim Davis, Danielle Davis, and Russ Ginger all hail from Minnesota and strive for success at multiple events…
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Tickets on sale now for Texas NHRA FallNationals at Texas Motorplex

Tickets for the 36th annual NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 6-10 at Texas Motorplex, are now on sale to the general public. The fourth of six Countdown to the Championship playoff events, the FallNationals, is where title hopes are on the line and championship aspirations become a reality.
08 Mar 2021
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Dallas
Tickets for the 36th annual NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 6-10 at Texas Motorplex, are now on sale to the general public. The fourth of six Countdown to the Championship playoff events, the FallNationals, is where title hopes are on the line and…
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My First Race Car: Alex Miladinovich

In our latest installment of My First Race Car, presented by QA-1, current Funny Car racer Alex Miladinovich recalls his first runs in a Chevy Camaro at historic Terminal Island Drag Strip in Los Angeles.
08 Mar 2021
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My First Race Car
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Justin Ashley has sights on bigger goals in 2021 after standout rookie year

After a brilliant rookie season, Justin Ashley has barely taken a minute to bask in his success. It's been full speed ahead for the promising Top Fuel driver, pushing forward both in business and in his burgeoning racing career.
06 Mar 2021
Josh Hachat
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Justin Ashley
After a brilliant rookie season, Justin Ashley has barely taken a minute to bask in his success. It's been full speed ahead for the promising Top Fuel driver, pushing forward both in business and in his burgeoning racing career. Heading into…
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Pre-season testing in Florida

Pre-season testing for the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals is underway in South Florida. We've got photos and videos of the action!
06 Mar 2021
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Laris doubles, Nataas, Bellemeur also take wins at Gainesville 'Baby Gators' event

Ross Laris doubled in Super Comp and Top Dragster while Julie Nataas and Sean Bellemeur captured Top Alcohol wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division contested the Baby Gators event at Gainesville Raceway.
05 Mar 2021
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Division 2
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division Sixth annual Baby Gators: TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER Julie Nataas, Santa Monica, Calif., 5.237, 276.18  def. Duane Shields…
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Scrappers Racing returns in three classes after 15-month hiatus

Scrappers Racing will start the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with a three-team lineup at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, competing in Top Fuel, Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Top Alcohol Dragster.
05 Mar 2021
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Mike Salinas
Scrappers Racing will start the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with a three-team lineup at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Mike Salinas will return to the seat of the Top Fuel dragster, Jasmine Salinas will step into a brand…
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Where past meets present: New National Dragster salutes 70 years of NHRA history

The latest issue of NHRA National Dragster is online for NHRA Members and in the mail to members around the world, incorporating the annual Fan Guide along with key features including interviews with John Force and Cruz Pedregon and a look at potential first-time winners in 2021.
05 Mar 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
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National Dragster
Read the issue The latest issue of NHRA National Dragster…
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Dodge//SRT named title sponsor of Denver, Indianapolis events; Mopar Express Lane to sponsor Reading race

NHRA officials announced Mopar and Dodge//SRT as the title rights sponsors of the Dodge//SRT Mile-High NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil, the prestigious Dodge//SRT NHRA U.S. Nationals, and the Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil.
05 Mar 2021
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Dodge
NHRA officials announced Mopar and Dodge//SRT as the title rights sponsors of the Dodge//SRT Mile-High NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil at Bandimere Speedway in Denver, the prestigious Dodge//SRT NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at…
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NHRA and Hot Wheels: Together Again

Earlier this week, NHRA announced a partnership with Mattel’s Hot Wheels brand to bring NHRA-branded drag racing diecast cars to the mass market, the continuation of a relationship that began in 1970. Here's a look back at how it all got started.
05 Mar 2021
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
DRAGSTER Insider
Hot Wheels
In case you missed it earlier this week, NHRA announced a partnership with Mattel’s Hot Wheels brand to bring NHRA-branded drag racing diecast cars to the mass market, a release that certainly…
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Preseason testing squad goals: Regaining a rhythm and shaking off the rust

Preseason testing ahead of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals begins this weekend in Palm Beach, Fla. NHRA's John Kernan checked in with crew chiefs from John Force Racing, Don Schumacher Racing, and Kalitta Motorsports on their squad goals.
04 Mar 2021
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Kalitta Motorsports to host A Kid Again families at select 2021 NHRA races

During the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Kalitta Motorsports will be partnering with A Kid Again, a nonprofit organization fostering hope, happiness, and healing for children facing life-threatening conditions and their families. 
04 Mar 2021
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A Kid Again
  During the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Kalitta Motorsports will be partnering with A Kid Again, a nonprofit organization fostering hope, happiness, and healing for children facing life-threatening conditions and…
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SiriusXM to make NHRA debut on Antron Brown’s Matco Tools dragster

SiriusXM has joined Antron Brown and the Don Schumacher Racing Matco Tools Toyota Top Fuel dragster team as an associate partner on the championship-winning machine. 
04 Mar 2021
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Antron Brown
SiriusXM has joined Antron Brown and the Don Schumacher Racing Matco Tools Toyota Top Fuel dragster team as an associate partner on the championship-winning machine.  SiriusXM has been involved in the motorsports industry via the NASCAR Cup…
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Don Garlits joins WFO Radio podcast to discuss hall of fame inductees

Drag racing icon Don Garlits joins Joe Castello on the WFO Radio podcast to discuss the 2021 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductees. Garlits tells stories and gives his thoughts on each inductee.
03 Mar 2021
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Don Garlits
  Drag racing icon Don Garlits joins Joe Castello on the WFO Radio podcast to discuss the 2021 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductees. Garlits tells stories and gives his thoughts on each inductee. For more NHRA interviews…
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Nitro Time Machine: Jack Ostrander goes for a wild ride at 1993 Gatornationals

In our latest Nitro Time Machine feature, we've gone back to the 1993 Gatornationals where Top Fuel veteran Jack Ostrander went for a wild ride, but walked away unharmed.
03 Mar 2021
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Former track manager Earwood going back to his roots for Gainesville events

The upcoming “Baby Gators” Division 2 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at Gainesville Raceway will be a homecoming of sorts for past track manager Terry Earwood, who will be competing in Super Stock with his Hemi-powered SS/AH Barracuda. 
03 Mar 2021
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Terry Earwood
The upcoming “Baby Gators” Division 2 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at Gainesville Raceway will be a homecoming of sorts for Terry Earwood, who will be competing in Super Stock with his Hemi-powered SS/AH Barracuda. Earwood was of the first…
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NHRA, Mattel partner in the fast lane with iconic Hot Wheels brand

NHRA and Mattel have announced a licensing partnership to develop collectible die-cast vehicles under the iconic Hot Wheels brand, hitting stores in June. 
03 Mar 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Hot Wheels
NHRA and Mattel have announced a licensing partnership to develop collectible die-cast vehicles under the iconic Hot Wheels brand, hitting stores in June.  The new partnership will see die-cast versions of classic hot rods, including a '74…
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My First Race Car: Paul Lee

From his first trip down a dragstrip in his family's '73 Duster to his current 330-mph Funny Car, Paul Lee has come a long way in drag racing. Lee provides more details on his journey in our latest edition of My First Race Car, presented by QA-1 Performance.
03 Mar 2021
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My First Race Car
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Top Fuel driver Joe Morrison, Leverich Racing launch #RacersToTheRescue

Leverich Racing and its driver Joe Morrison have announced the launch of #RacersToTheRescue, a cause marketing program designed to assist local businesses hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.
02 Mar 2021
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Joe Morrison
Leverich Racing and its driver Joe Morrison have announced the launch of #RacersToTheRescue, a cause marketing program designed to assist local businesses hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re incredibly fortunate to be able to race cars for…
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John Force to open 2021 Camping World NHRA season with BlueDEF Platinum livery

BlueDEF Platinum will be emblazoned on the side of 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force’s Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car to begin the 2021 NHRA Camping World Series season.
02 Mar 2021
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John Force
BlueDEF Platinum will be emblazoned on the side of 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force’s Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car to begin the 2021 NHRA Camping World Series season.   In coordination with Old World Industries, the parent company…
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NHRA.tv to stream NHRA ‘Baby Gators’ event plus preseason test session

NHRA’s exclusive streaming service, NHRA.tv, will give NHRA fans free viewing access to both the "Baby Gators" NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event and the preseason testing session prior to the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
02 Mar 2021
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NHRA.tv
NHRA’s exclusive streaming service, NHRA.tv, will give NHRA fans free viewing access to both the "Baby Gators" NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event and the preseason testing session prior to the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Fans are…
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Antron Brown and team looking to carry 2020 momentum into new season

Antron Brown and his Matco Tools team, led by crew chief Brian Corradi, finally found their footing late in 2020, giving them a huge springboard of confidence heading into the 2021 season.
01 Mar 2021
Josh Hachat
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Antron Brown
You'll never find Antron Brown lacking for energy, but it hasn't been surprising seeing the three-time Top Fuel world champ and his team with a little more pep in their step this offseason. After arguably the most challenging stretch in his…
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Steamfitters UA Local 602 extends partnership with Pro Stock Motorcycle racer Kelly Clontz

Steamfitters UA Local 602, located in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area, has renewed its partnership with the husband-and-wife Pro Stock Motorcycle team of Chris and Kelly Clontz for the fourth consecutive season.
01 Mar 2021
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clontz
Steamfitters UA Local 602, located in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area, has renewed its partnership with the husband-and-wife Pro Stock Motorcycle team of Chris and Kelly Clontz for the fourth consecutive season. Clontz will make her…
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Nitro Time Machine: Revel in the golden age of Pro Stock at the 1976 Gatornationals

Some of Pro Stock's best-known and most successful Pro Stock racers battled for the title at the 1976 Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla.
01 Mar 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Nitro Time Machine
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Pro Stock Motorcycle rider John Hall returns to Matt Smith Racing

John Hall, a two-time winner in the Pro Stock Motorcycle category, will rejoin Matt Smith Racing in 2021 beginning with the upcoming Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
01 Mar 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Hall
John Hall, a two-time winner in the Pro Stock Motorcycle category, will rejoin Matt Smith Racing in 2021 beginning with the upcoming Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Hall will race a V-Twin EBR that is backed by FireCore 50 ignition wires…
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NHRA prepares for expansion of electric vehicle racing; calls for manufacturer and industry input

With an eye towards future expansion, NHRA set to host a panel discussion regarding electric vehicle racing program during the upcoming NHRA Gatornatioanls in Gainesville.
01 Mar 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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electric
Throughout its 70-year history, the National Hot Rod Association has maintained a close and productive relationship with many of the OEM automobile manufacturers, and that valued connection continues to this day. In recent years, auto manufacturers…
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