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Schumacher plans special tribute for former NHRA driver at Route 66 Nationals
Longtime NHRA member Wally Berg, who passed away suddenly in March, will go on “one last ride” on May 20 at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals.
Longtime NHRA member Wally Berg, who passed away suddenly in March, will go on “one last ride” on May 20 at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals.
Family friend and current NHRA driver Tony Schumacher, the winningest…
Never satisfied, Funny Car points leader Matt Hagan tests in Indianapolis
Even though the Matt Hagan and the Dodge Power Brokers team have won three of the first five Funny Car races of the season, they are willing to test when necessary. Hagan's latest test came at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park as they team prepares for NHRA's return to Route 66 Raceway.
Chi-Town Hustlin': The Route 66 NHRA Nationals Pre-Race Show
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, Tony Pedregon and NHRA on FOX pit producer Todd Veney join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things about the upcoming Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, Tony Pedregon and NHRA on FOX pit producer Todd Veney join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things about the upcoming Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak…
Watch this weekend's Division 4 Lucas Oil Series event for free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series from Texas Motorplex for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series from Texas Motorplex for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Houston are Moser, Rooftec, Summit, and Weldon.
Fans are…
From spectator to Top Fuel driver, Jake Opatrny excited for Chicago 'home game'
Top Fuel rookie Jake Opatrny and the Leverich Racing team have chosen a “home game” for their next assault on the field, competing at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals with Chicago Federation of Labor/Proud Union Home as primary sponsor.
Top Fuel rookie Jake Opatrny and the Leverich Racing team have chosen a “home game” for their next assault on the field, competing at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by Peak Performance.
Opatrny, of…
Eight standouts geared up for NHRA Pro Stock All-Star Callout at Route 66 Raceway
The NHRA Pro Stock All-Star Callout will grab a marquee spotlight on Saturday, May 20 as part of the NHRA’s return to Chicago at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance at Route 66 Raceway.
The eight spots in the NHRA Pro Stock All-Star Callout are in place, but the real fun is only just beginning in the first callout specialty race for the class. It will grab a marquee spotlight on Saturday, May 20 as part of the NHRA’s return to…
Check out these five memorable moments from Route 66 Raceway's history
As NHRA prepares to return to Route 66 Raceway this weekend for the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance, let's take a look back at the history of the event and relive five great moments.
Mountain Motor Pro Stock class set to make 2023 season debut in Chicago
The Mountain Motor Pro Stock class will make its 2023 debut at Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance. The competition will be presented by Menards home improvement stores.
The classic Ford versus Chevy rivalry will come to life in the form of 800-plus-cubic-inch Mountain Motor Pro Stock cars at this weekend’s Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance in the Chicago market.…
Tricky Tipster: Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals
NHRA makes a long-awaited return to Route 66 Raceway for the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 Nationals this weekend and we've tabbed Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, Matt Hartford, and Gaige Herrera as our pre-race favorites.
With both of the four wide events behind us, it’s now time to greet an old friend, Route 66 Raceway. The last time NHRA raced in Joliet was 2019 and for anyone who doesn’t remember, Steve Torrence, Tommy Johnson Jr., Deric Kramer, and Matt Smith won…
Don Garlits, screenwriter: 'Big Daddy' working on autobiographical film project
Just as he has been doing throughout his Hall of Fame drag racing career, Top Fuel legend Don Garlits is taking matters into his own hands, writing a screenplay for a motion picture about his life and racing career, tentatively titled Don Garlits, The Story of an American Legend.
Just as he has been doing throughout his Hall of Fame drag racing career, Don Garlits is taking matters into his own hands to make sure the job is done right. The quarter-mile legend is in the midst of writing a screenplay for an autobiographical…
Electrolit joins Jim Dunn Racing beginning at NHRA Route 66 Nationals event
Electrolit premium hydration products has joined Jim Dunn Racing in a promotion with Menards stores this summer, beginning this weekend at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance, where Electrolit will join the team for a driver autograph session and Funny Car display at the Menards store in Joliet, Ill.
Electrolit premium hydration products has joined Jim Dunn Racing in a promotion with Menards stores this summer. With temperatures starting to warm up at racetracks, Jim Dunn Racing has aligned itself with Electrolit to keep its team hydrated and…
Autodesk takes spotlight with Langdon primary partnership at Route 66 Raceway
Shawn Langdon will fly the Autodesk colors when Team Kalitta lands at Route 66 Raceway May 19-21 for the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill.
Past NHRA Top Fuel champion Shawn Langdon will fly the Autodesk colors when Team Kalitta lands at Route 66 Raceway next week. The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season resumes May 19-21 at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA…
Wally Parks NHRA Nostalgia Nationals prepares for kickoff at Beech Bend Raceway
Celebrating its 20th year in 2023, the Wally Parks NHRA Nostalgia Nationals presented by Holley returns to historic Beech Bend Raceway on June 15-17 for an unforgettable weekend filled with nostalgia racing, incredible hot rods, and much more.
Celebrating its 20th year in 2023, the Wally Parks NHRA Nostalgia Nationals presented by Holley returns to historic Beech Bend Raceway on June 15-17 for an unforgettable weekend filled with nostalgia racing, incredible hot rods, and much more.…
Brandon Miller is learning the ropes as a Pro and winning as a Sportsman racer
At just 19 years of age, Brandon Miller has already earned two division championships, a JEGS Allstars title, and two national event wins. Miller is making good use of his time, and most recently, he claimed the Top Sportsman trophy in Charlotte — where he was also competing in the second Pro Stock race of his young career.
Not that he's in a hurry, but Brandon Miller is a guy who sure doesn't seem to waste any time. At just 19 years of age, the Canterbury, Conn., resident has already earned two NHRA Northeast Division championships, the JEGS Allstars Top Dragster…
Alex Taylor discusses upcoming "Drag and Drive" event at Route 66 Nationals
Alex Taylor, the "Drag and Drive" maven, joins WFO Radio to preview her appearance at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by Peak Performance in Joliet, Ill.
Alex Taylor, the "Drag and Drive" maven, joins WFO Radio to preview her appearance at the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by Peak Performance in Joliet, Ill.
In this discussion, co-hosted by WFO’…
Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge matchups set for NHRA’s return to Chicago
The Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge is back, bringing an added measure of excitement as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series makes its first Chicago appearance in four years at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway on May 19-21.
The Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge is back, bringing an added measure of excitement as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series makes its first Chicago appearance in four years at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals at…
From Half Day to Route 66, from 'the Greek' to 'Wilk,' an Illinois drag racing primer
Next weekend, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series will take its official return to Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill., to continue the state’s 70-year love affair with drag racing.
Next weekend, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series will take its official return to Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill., to continue the state’s 70-year love affair with drag racing.
According to Mel Bayshore’s encyclopedic…
Camrie Caruso makes switch to Tequila Comisario beginning in Chicago
Beginning with the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals, May 19-21, Camrie Caruso will campaign a new look Tequila Comisario Chevrolet Camaro in the Pro Stock category.
Beginning with the Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals, May 19-21, Camrie Caruso will campaign a new look Tequila Comisario Chevrolet Camaro in the Pro Stock category.
Caruso, the reigning NHRA Rookie of the Year, will race…
Tony Stewart, TJ Zizzo, and Chris King talk winning, Chicago, and more
On this three-guest episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast, racers Tony Stewart, T.J. Zizzo, and Chris King join host Brian Lohnes to talk about winning races, new cars, and working relentlessly to make it in the sport of NHRA drag racing…
Prock brothers, Austin and Thomas, both taste victory at Charlotte Four-Wide
The Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals provided a big moment for the Prock family with AustIn Prock winning in Top Fuel and his brother, Thomas, assisting their dad, Jimmy, in tuning Robert Hight to the Funny Car victory.
Renegade Fuels will take center stage with Top Fuel's Buddy Hull in Chicago
Top Fuel racer Buddy Hull will wear the colors of Renegade Fuels on his Methanol Moonshine dragster during the upcoming Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance in Joliet, Ill.
Top Fuel driver Buddy Hull continues to make a positive impression and impact on the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series. During the upcoming Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak Performance, May 19-21, the Dallas…
Cleetus and Cars, NHRA alcohol racers rock Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
The combination of the Cleetus and Cars event and the NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car classes last week proved to be a huge hit with the massive crowd that packed Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Highlighted by wins from Tony Stewart and Brian Hough, the event also included a burnout contest, fun runs, and the Indy 800 Crown Vic race on the famed IRP oval. Out talented photographers capture all the action.
Why has John Force excelled at four-wide racing?
Call him John "Four-Wide" Force. Hear Force explain to Joe Castello how he's studied the tree and the learned to navigate the chaos of the starting line as well as anyone can.
