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JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals will return to National Trail Raceway July 12-13
A staple on the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series circuit, the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals returns to National Trail Raceway in Columbus on July 12-13, offering the biggest purse in the storied history of the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals program.
A staple on the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series circuit, the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals returns to National Trail Raceway in Columbus on July 12-13, offering the biggest purse in the storied history of the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals program.
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Ask Alan: Explaining line-locs, head gaskets, flame colors, and much more
At every NHRA national event, NHRA announcer Alan Reinhart offers fans the chance to send him an email with technical questions about the race cars, the tracks, and the procedures. As part of a semi-regular feature, we’ll share those questions and answers on NHRA.com.
At every NHRA national event, NHRA announcer Alan Reinhart offers fans the chance to send him an email with technical questions about the race cars, the tracks, and the procedures. As part of a semi-regular feature, we’ll share those questions and…
After successful Norwalk outing, Tony Stewart Racing preps for Western Swing
With a Top Fuel win and Funny Car runner-up at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Tony Stewart Racing is flying high heading into the three-race Western Swing. Crew chiefs Neal Strasbaugh and Dickie Venables talk about the long road ahead.
Alexander, Hartford, Arana discuss Norwalk wins on WFO Radio post-race show
Blake Alexander, Matt Hartford, and Hector Arana Jr. all went WFO following the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk.
Blake Alexander, Matt Hartford, and Hector Arana Jr. all went WFO following the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk.
Alexander drove the Head Inc. Funny Car to the winner’s circle for the first time, Hartford…
Happy Fourth of July from NHRA
On this special day of independence, the NHRA sends its warmest wishes to all Americans, celebrating the spirit of liberty and unity that defines our nation.
On this special day of independence, the NHRA sends its warmest wishes to all Americans, celebrating the spirit of liberty and unity that defines our nation.
As we gather with family, friends, and loved ones, let us take a moment to honor the…
NHRA heads to legendary Bandimere Speedway for annual Mile-High Nationals
The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series heads to legendary Bandimere Speedway for the last time, as the final Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals is set to take place July 14-16 on famed Thunder Mountain.
The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series heads to legendary Bandimere Speedway for the last time, as the final Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals is set to take place July 14-16 on famed Thunder Mountain.
Marking the 10th of 21 races…
Great tracks make for great races, and the "Norwalk Experience" is all about the fans
Treating fans as guests and providing them with the best possible experience is what Summit Motorsports Park is all about. Find out where this family secret comes from, and why it matters.
The Dual-Fuel Club: 18 drivers who have won in both Top Fuel and Funny Car
Eighteen Funny Car drivers have done something that even the great John Force never has (and likely never will) do: Win in both Funny Car and Top Fuel. With his Funny Car win at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Blake Alexander became the latest driver to win in both classes at an NHRA national event.
Eighteen Funny Car drivers have done something that even the great John Force never has (and likely never will) do: Win in both Funny Car and Top Fuel. With his Funny Car win at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Blake Alexander became the…
NHRA draws strong audience on FOX for Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series broadcast on FOX Broadcast Network yielded impressive results on Sunday, as an average of 818,000 viewers tuned in for Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals eliminations from Summit Motorsports Park.
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The Summit Racing NHRA Nationals saw some of the year's closest racing!
Close races are heartbreaking for the loser, but outstanding for the winner and fans cheering them on. See the four closest finishes from "America's Dragstrip" in Norwalk.
NHRA on FOX team wins eight Telly Awards for television video excellence
The NHRA and its broadcasting team was recently honored with eight prestigious Telly awards and one platinum Viddy award for video and television across all screens.
The NHRA and its broadcasting team was recently honored with eight prestigious Telly awards and one platinum Viddy award.
The eight Telly awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all screens, are the most the NHRA has…
Behind the Scenes at the 2023 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals as they celebrate their victories with their teams and one another and accept congratulations from their vanquished final-round foes.
Alexander, Freer, and Force: Three Norwalk Wallys and an ESPY Nomination
On this episode of the NHRA Insider, Blake Alexander, Lauren Freer, and Brittany Force join host Brian Lohnes to talk about awesome success in Norwalk, making history as an NHRA drag racer, and the potential to win the first-ever Driver of the Year ESPY for an NHRA competitor.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider, Blake Alexander, Lauren Freer, and Brittany Force join host Brian Lohnes to talk about awesome success in Norwalk, making history as an NHRA drag racer, and the potential to win the first-ever…
Weekend Rewind: 2023 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
The 2023 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals was packed with exciting moments, including first-of-the-season wins by Leah Pruett and Blake Alexander, upsets, and wild twists. Here’s a quick video look back.
Alex Laughlin's Funny Car right of passage
While no one can ever be "prepared" for a nitro engine explosion, for every successful Funny Car racer, it's not a matter of if it happens—but when.
Two-time NHRA Top Fuel champ Brittany Force nominated for 2023 ESPYS award
Reigning NHRA Top Fuel world champion Brittany Force has been nominated for the 2023 ESPYS Best Driver Award for her record-breaking performance during her 2022 championship season.
Reigning NHRA Top Fuel world champion Brittany Force has been nominated for the 2023 ESPYS Best Driver Award for her record-breaking performance during her 2022 championship season.
Force claimed a second world title in her 11,000-…
The Sports Report: Lauren Freer’s history-making double
Lauren Freer became the 30th driver to double up at an NHRA national event and the first woman to accomplish the feat when she claimed the Super Comp and Super Gas titles at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk.
There are two events in NHRA Drag Racing that are special but not exceedingly rare and that is female winners and national event doubles. Heading into last week’s Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, there had been 97 women winners and 29 unique…
See all the details of Greg Stanfield’s new Factory X Camaro
Joe Castello and Greg Stanfield walk us through an all-new NHRA Factory X presented by Holley racecar.
The first thing you notice is the stance.
Factory X trim makes a Camaro just about the sickest-looking race car it can be. Step aside…
Freer's historic double highlights Norwalk Lucas Oil Sportsman action
Ten champions were crowned in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, led by Lauren Freer, who won in both Super Comp and Super Gas, the first female to double up in national event competition.
Ten champions were crowned in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, led by Lauren Freer, who won in both Super Comp and Super Gas, the first female to double up in national event competition…
Five things we learned at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
Historically, Summit Motorsports Park has pulled out all the stops for their annual NHRA affair, and this season was no different. Competitors had a grand stage on which to flourish, and they most certainly took full advantage. Here are five takeaways from Norwalk.
Historically, Summit Motorsports Park has pulled out all the stops for their annual NHRA affair, and this season was no different. Competitors had a grand stage on which to flourish, and they most certainly took full advantage. Here are five…
Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Sunday photo gallery
What did our NHRA National Dragster photographers see on Sunday at Summit Motorsports Park? Click through this photo gallery and find out.
Jason Scruggs picks up first career FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Series victory
Pro Mod standout Jason Scruggs picked up his first career victory in the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Type A Motorsports at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
Pro Mod standout Jason Scruggs picked up his first career victory in the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Type A Motorsports on Sunday, driving past former world champion Jose Gonzalez in the final round at Summit Motorsports…
Stephen Bell wins Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown at Summit Motorsports Park
Stephen Bell and his Stanfield Racing Engines Chevrolet COPO Camaro picked up their first victory of the season Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park.
Stephen Bell and his Stanfield Racing Engines Chevrolet COPO Camaro picked up their first victory of the season Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park.
Bell earned his fourth career victory against…
Alexander finally wins again; Pruett, Hartford, Arana Jr. claim Norwalk glory
The coveted Summit Motorsports Park ice cream scoop trophy was hoisted joyously by Blake Alexander in Norwalk. It's been a long time coming for Alexander, who earned his first win at the facility in 2018. Leah Pruett garnered her first victory for Tony Stewart Racing, while Matt Hartford and Hector Arana Jr. each scooped up their first wins of the season.
The famed and coveted Summit Motorsports Park ice cream scoop trophy was hoisted joyously by Blake Alexander on Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. It's been a long time coming for Alexander, who earned the first win of his…
Sunday News and Notes from the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
News, notes, quotes, photos, and videos from final eliminations at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park
Tony Schumacher and Austin Prock kicks things off, and things get dodgy real quick for Schumacher and his SCAG Power Equipment Top Fuel dragster. He falls into tire smoke, and Austin Prock and the Montana Brands/Rocky Mountain Twist dragster move…
Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Sunday preview
Qualifying is complete, the ladders are set, and raceday has arrived at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. Drivers in all four Professional categories are armed and ready to chase Wallys and the famed and coveted Summit Motorsports Park ice cream scoop trophy.
Qualifying is complete, the ladders are set, and raceday has arrived at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. With a bit of tricky weather potentially in the forecast, eliminations have been bumped up to a 10:00 a.m. start at Summit…
Ashley, Capps, Kramer, and Smith win Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge
Justin Ashley, Ron Capps, Deric Kramer, and Angie Smith each collected Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge victories during Saturday qualifying at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park.
Justin Ashley, Ron Capps, Deric Kramer, and Angie Smith each collected Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge victories during Saturday qualifying at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park.
The high-intensity Mission #…
Rizner Wins Second Straight to Highlight JDRL Western Conference Finals
Aiden Rizner raced to his second straight NHRA Right Trailers Western Conference Finals title at Bandimere Speedway to headline the first of two national events for the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League.
Aiden Rizner earned his second straight NHRA Right Trailers Western Conference Finals title, adding this year’s 11-year-old class Wally to the one he earned last year in the 10-year-old bracket. Joining Rizner in the winner’s circle were Blane…
Pruett, Tasca, Hartford, and Herrera each earn a spot at the top at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
Qualifying for the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals is complete, and the fields are set. Leah Pruett was able to keep the No. 1 that she nabbed early in Top Fuel, while Funny Car's Bob Tasca III and Pro Stock's Matt Hartford edged out the Friday low qualifiers. Gaige Herrera kept his streak of low qualifier awards alive in Pro Stock Motorcycle.
Qualifying for the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals was a bit out of the ordinary on the first day in Norwalk, but day two was business as usual for all four Professional classes. Leah Pruett was able to keep the No. 1 that she nabbed early in…
Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Saturday photo gallery
NHRA National Dragster photographers nabbed many fine photos on Saturday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. Here is a small sampling.
