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Watch Division 1, 5 Lucas Oil Series action for free this weekend on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch a pair of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events for free this weekend on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
NHRA fans can watch a pair of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events for free this weekend on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
NHRA's Division 1 and East Region racers will be in action Aug. 21-22 at New England…
Five things we learned from the Menards NHRA Nationals
The NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs are nearly upon us, and you could tell as the intensity was at a high level this past weekend at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka.
The NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs are nearly upon us, and you could tell this past weekend in Topeka for the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
We’re midway through August, and championship positions and aspirations are…
Pluchino adds Lucas Oil Products for Brainerd Mountain Motor Pro Stock event
Lucas Oil Products Inc. has signed on as a major associate sponsor of Johnny Pluchino’s Strutmasters.com ’13 Ford Mustang Mountain Motor Pro Stock car for the upcoming Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd.
Lucas Oil Products Inc. has signed on as a major associate sponsor of Johnny Pluchino’s Strutmasters.com ’13 Ford Mustang Mountain Motor Pro Stock car for the upcoming Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd.
“I'm extremely…
Stakes are high in Brainerd this weekend at penultimate regular season race
The Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals this weekend at Brainerd Int'l Raceway takes place at a key point in the season. It is the 12th event of the 2021 season, and with only one even before the Countdown to the Championship playoffs begin, the action promises to be intense.
As the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series regular season winds down, the 39th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals on Aug. 20-22 at Brainerd Int'l Raceway takes place at a key point in the season. It is the 12th event of the 2021 season, and with…
Menards NHRA Nationals Sunday Photo Gallery
NHRA National Dragster's photographers were all over Heartland Motorsports Park on Sunday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor, chronicling the action on and off the track during eliminations at Topeka.
No. 1 qualifier John Cerbone races to Factory Stock Showdown victory in Topeka
The Menards NHRA Nationals Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown No. 1 qualifier John Cerbone drove his Saw Mill Auto Chevrolet COPO Camaro to victory at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka.
The Menards NHRA Nationals Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown No. 1 qualifier John Cerbone drove his Saw Mill Auto Chevrolet COPO Camaro to victory at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. The Yorkton Heights, New York, resident defeated Jesse…
Brittany Force breaks through, grabs memorable Top Fuel victory in Topeka
Brittany shared the winner's circle with her father, John, knocking off Clay Millican to pick up the victory on Sunday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park.
Brittany Force simply wanted her first win of the season after coming so close on several different occasions.
Getting to share it with her father, John, in a historic first simply made it that much sweeter for the Top Fuel star. Force went 3.783…
John Force takes over Funny Car points lead after thrilling win in Topeka
The legendary 16-time world champ put another impressive stamp on his 2021 season on Sunday at Heartland Motorsports Park, driving past J.R. Todd in the final round to win the Menards NHRA Nationals.
For the first time in seven years, John Force is the Funny Car points leader.
The legendary 16-time world champ put another impressive stamp on his 2021 season on Sunday at Heartland Motorsports Park, driving past J.R. Todd in the final round…
Picture perfect: Dallas Glenn goes .000 in final to get Pro Stock win in Topeka
The standout Pro Stock rookie went a perfect .000 on the starting line, holding off Kyle Koretsky at the finish line to win the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park.
Dallas Glenn was incredible on the starting line en route to the final round at Topeka. Facing off with KB Racing teammate Kyle Koretsky in the championship round, Glenn decided to dial it up even more.
The standout Pro Stock rookie went a…
Menards NHRA Nationals Sunday News and Notes
News and notes from Sunday's eliminations at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka. Updated throughout the day,
In a huge first-round matchup in Top Fuel, Clay Millican got the better of Doug Kalitta, going 3.732 seconds at 323.50 mph to outrun Kalitta's 3.804. It was a matchup of drivers ninth and 10th in the points standings, and it proved to be a key round…
Menards NHRA Nationals Sunday preview
Following two days and three outstanding qualifying sessions in Topeka, the stage is set for what appears to be a tremendous day of final eliminations at Heartland Motorsports Park.
Following two days and three outstanding qualifying sessions in Topeka, the stage is set for what appears to be a tremendous day of final eliminations at Heartland Motorsports Park for the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
The House…
Menards NHRA Nationals Saturday Photo Gallery
NHRA National Dragster's photographers were all over Heartland Motorsports Park on Saturday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor, chronicling the action on and off the track on the final day of qualifying in Topeka.
Force, Todd and Coughlin Jr. lead fields in Topeka heading into raceday
On the final day of qualifying Saturday at the Menards NHRA Nationals, Brittany Force jumped into the top spot in Top Fuel, J.R. Todd stayed No. 1 in Funny Car and Troy Coughlin Jr. raced his way to a top qualifier in Pro Stock.
The final day of qualifying on Saturday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor included plenty of changes, standout runs, and an entertaining prelude for what should be a memorable day of eliminations on Sunday at Heartland Motorsports…
With string of solid showings, Antron Brown building championship resume
Brown is laying the groundwork for what he hopes will be a memorable finish to 2021, starting this weekend in Topeka at the Menards NHRA Heartland Nationals presented by PetArmor.
Bit by bit and race by race, Antron Brown and his Top Fuel team have been making improvements.
It hasn’t been overly spectacular and it hasn’t led to an abundance of wins — yet — but it’s proven to be highly beneficial for Brown’s championship…
Tim Wilkerson, Cruz Pedregon unhurt in wild top-end incident at Topeka
During the second qualifying session, Tim Wilkerson's Funny Car crossed the center line and made contact with Cruz Pedregon’s car. The two made contact with the wall before coming to a stop.
During the second qualifying session at the Menards NHRA Nationals Presented By PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Tim Wilkerson’s Funny Car crossed the center line and made contact with Cruz Pedregon’s car. The two made…
Playoffs? It's on Kenny Delco's mind, but so is a Pro Stock victory
Kenny Delco is hopeful this weekend in Topeka for the Menards NHRA Heartland Nations is when everything starts to come together for the Pro Stock veteran.
Kenny Delco feels like he has a car capable of not only qualifying for the Countdown to the Championship but also competing for victories in the loaded Pro Stock class.
There have been glimpses of that potential throughout the season, but the…
Cruz Pedregon hopeful Topeka is the start of a big second-half run
Coming off his emotional victory in Norwalk, the Western Swing wasn’t quite the three-race trek that Cruz Pedregon envisioned. But the Funny Car veteran insists everything is still going according to plan with his new team.
Coming off his emotional victory in Norwalk, the Western Swing wasn’t quite the three-race trek that Cruz Pedregon envisioned. But the Funny Car veteran insisted everything is still going according to plan with his new team.
Pedregon had just one…
Menards NHRA Nationals Saturday preview
After a memorable first day of racing action during the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Saturday’s final two qualifying sessions will be critical heading into eliminations.
After a memorable first day of racing action during the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor at Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Saturday’s final two qualifying sessions will be critical heading into eliminations.
It was a highlight-…
Menards NHRA Nationals Friday Photo Gallery
NHRA National Dragster's photographers were all over Heartland Motorsports Park on Friday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor, chronicling the action both on and off the track on the opening day of racing in Topeka.
Billy Torrence, J. R. Todd and Kyle Koretsky low qualifiers on Friday at Topeka
For the first time in two years, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series raced at Heartland Motorsports Park, and Billy Torrence (Top Fuel), J.R. Todd (Funny Car), and Kyle Koretsky (Pro Stock) put on a show, finishing the day as the No. 1 qualifiers on Friday at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
For the first time in two years, the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series raced at Heartland Motorsports Park, and Billy Torrence (Top Fuel), J.R. Todd (Funny Car), and Kyle Koretsky (Pro Stock) put on a show, finishing the day as the No. 1…
After Super Comp win in Topeka, Billy Torrence after same result in Top Fuel
Billy Torrence has already enjoyed success at Heartland Motorsports Park this year, winning in Super Comp at the Lucas Oil Series divisional race in Topeka three weeks ago, and will try to replicate that in Top Fuel this weekend.
Billy Torrence has already enjoyed success at Heartland Motorsports Park this year, winning in Super Comp at the Lucas Oil Series divisional race in Topeka three weeks ago.
He’s back at the track, this time in his Capco Contractors Top Fuel…
Deric Kramer hopes to recreate past Topeka magic to get season rolling
Returning to the site of his first career Pro Stock win, Deric Kramer hopes it’s precisely the spark he’s been looking for to get his 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season back on track.
Returning to the site of his first career Pro Stock win, Deric Kramer hopes it’s precisely the spark he’s been looking for to get his 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season back on track. Kramer’s 2018 win at Heartland Motorsports Park…
Tricky Tipster: Heartfelt predictions from America’s heartland
In NHRA's long-awaited return to Topeka, Steve Torrence, Robert Hight, and Greg Anderson land the favorites roles for this weekend's Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
It’s been a long two years, but the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing tour is finally headed back to middle America for this weekend’s Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor. The event marks the first time NHRA pros have visited Heartland…
Menards NHRA Nationals Friday preview
It’s been more than two years since 11,000 horsepower of nitro exhilaration filled Heartland Motorsports Park, but it’s finally time for the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series to return at this weekend’s Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
It’s been more than two years since 11,000 horsepower of nitro exhilaration filled Heartland Motorsports Park, but it’s finally time for the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series to return at this weekend’s Menards NHRA Nationals presented by…
DeWalt named sponsor of NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMAX Dragway
NHRA and zMAX Dragway have announced that DeWalt has signed on as the sponsor for the Sept. 17-19 DeWalt NHRA Carolina Nationals at the Bellagio of dragstrips.
As fans get geared up for the return of the NHRA’s best to zMAX Dragway this fall, officials announced today that DeWalt has signed on as the sponsor for the Sept. 17-19 DeWalt NHRA Carolina Nationals at the Bellagio of dragstrips.
“We are elated…
As the tour heads to Topeka, top teams prep for regular season stretch run
After strong outings and multiple wins on the Western Swing, the teams of Don Schumacher Racing and Torrence Racing now turn their attention and championship focus on this weekend's Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor in Topeka.
To purchase general-admission or reserved seats for the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor, call (800) 884-NHRA (6472) or visit …
Doug Kalitta looks to race his way out of current slump this weekend in Topeka
After struggling in Pomona, a venue where he has enjoyed a tremendous amount of recent success, Doug Kalitta is searching for answers heading into Topeka as he seeks to right the ship in his bid for a first NHRA Camping World Top Fuel championship.
After struggling at a venue where he has enjoyed a tremendous amount of recent success, Doug Kalitta is searching for answers heading into Topeka.
A difficult summer got a little worse in Pomona for the standout Top Fuel veteran, as he fell in…
After thrilling Top Fuel debut, Alex Laughlin looking for more progress in Topeka
Alex Laughlin fulfilled a lifelong dream last month, making his Top Fuel debut in Denver. It was the latest class for the Pro Stock and Pro Mod veteran, and Laughlin won’t have to wait long to get his second crack at an 11,000-hp, 330-mph nitro-breathing machine.
Alex Laughlin fulfilled a lifelong dream last month, making his Top Fuel debut in Denver. It was the latest class for the Pro Stock and Pro Mod veteran, and Laughlin won’t have to wait long to get his second crack at an 11,000-hp, 330-mph nitro-…
Bob Tasca III focused on rebuilding winning momentum beginning in Topeka
For the first time since the opening race of the season, Bob Tasca III finds himself out of the Funny Car points lead, but he's eager to re-establish the dominance his team displayed early in the year beginning at this weekend’s Menards NHRA Nationals presented by PetArmor.
For the first time since the opening race of the 2021 NHRA season, Bob Tasca III finds himself out of the points lead.
But the Funny Car standout is not the least bit concerned with that or a showing on the Western Swing that wasn’t quite on the…
DSR adds David Davies as third Factory Stock Showdown Dodge team pilot
Don Schumacher Racing has added David Davies to its ranks as the team’s third NHRA Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown Series driver. Davies will begin his tenure with DSR beginning this weekend in Topeka.
Don Schumacher Racing has added David Davies to its ranks as the team’s third NHRA Constant Aviation Factory Stock Showdown Series driver. Davies will begin his tenure with DSR beginning this weekend at the Menards NHRA Nationals presented by…