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Jeg Coughlin Jr., Alex Laughlin, Bo Butner big winners at World Doorslammer Nats
NHRA Pro Stock stars – Jeg Coughlin Jr., Alex Laughlin, and Bo Butner -- were the big winners at the inaugural Drag Illustrated World Doorslammer Nationals at Orlando Speed World Dragway.
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Three NHRA Pro Stock stars – Jeg Coughlin Jr., Alex Laughlin, and Bo Butner -- were the big winners at the inaugural Drag Illustrated World Doorslammer Nationals presented by Elite Motorsports at…
Watch highlights of 'Baby Gators' at Gainesville Raceway
Josh Hart, Doug Gordon, and Frank Affronti led the list of winners at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division "Baby Gators" event at Gainesville Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast
Division Fifth annual Baby Gators:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Josh Hart, Ocala, Fla., 5.295, 274.61 def. Jackie Fricke,…
Fan Fotos: Early 1970s Gainesville Raceway
Gainesville Raceway, site of next weekend's Amallie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, opened in late 1969 and hosted the first Gatornationals in 1970. Here's a quick look back at the track in its earliest days, through the lens of a longtime NHRA fan.
The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals kicks off late next week at famed Gainesville Raceway, so it’s perfect timing that Bruce Peters sent me some photos from his personal collection of the track and the facility.
Inspired by…
Terry McMillen eager to build on career-best pass during Gatornationals
Top Fuel veteran Terry McMillen made his quickest career run at the NHRA Arizona Nationals, giving plenty of momentum heading into perhaps his favorite race of the year, the 51st annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
It was important for Terry McMillen to start the 2020 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season on a good note. The Top Fuel veteran responded with his quickest career run at the NHRA Arizona Nationals, giving McMillen plenty of momentum heading…
Denso renews primary sponsorship of Angie and Matt Smith for 2020 season
Denso Products and Services, Inc., an affiliate of leading global automotive supplier Denso Corp., is returning as the primary sponsor of Pro Stock Motorcycle racers Angie and Matt Smith for the 2020 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series.
Denso Products and Services, Inc., an affiliate of leading global automotive supplier Denso Corp., is returning as the primary sponsor of Pro Stock Motorcycle racers Angie and Matt Smith for the 2020 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series.
The…
Watch the "Baby Gators" Division 2 Lucas Oil Series event live and free on NHRA.tv
NHRA.tv is live-streaming a special free weekend of coverage from the Division 2 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Gainesville Raceway, a tune-up for next weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
NHRA.tv is live-streaming a special free weekend of coverage from the Division 2 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Gainesville Raceway, a tune-up for next weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
The event, affectionately known as the…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Sportsman Highlights
Winning a championship in any NHRA class is tough, but Dean Carter and Brad Burton have each done it twice, and now, they’ve also added victories at the 2020 NHRA Arizona Nationals at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park.
Winning a championship in any NHRA class is tough, but Dean Carter and Brad Burton have each done it twice, and now, they’ve also added victories at the 2020 NHRA Arizona Nationals at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park. Carter won in Comp, and Burton…
New issue of National Dragster highlights DeJoria, Phoenix coverage, Jeg vs. Shepherd
NHRA National Dragster's fourth issue of 2020, featuring coverage of the NHRA Arizona Nationals and a feature on comebacking Funny Car Alexis DeJoria, is online for NHRA members and in the mail to homes and shops around the world.
NHRA National Dragster's fourth issue of 2020, featuring coverage of the NHRA Arizona Nationals and a feature on comebacking Funny Car Alexis DeJoria, is online for NHRA members and in the mail to homes and shops around the world.
In addition to…
See the cars of the SAMTech.edu Factory Stock Showdown in this photo gallery
SAMTech.edu Factory Stock Showdown returns for the 2020 season at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals and the NHRA National Dragster photographers have the photos you need to get you ready for the new campaign.
NHRA Arizona Nationals Top Sportsman presented by Vortech Superchargers champion Paul Mitsos
Two years after bagging his first national event title in Pomona, Paul Mitsos scored again in Top Sportsman presented by Vortech Superchargers by driving to a final-round win over Ed Olpin Sr., who was looking to join his son in the winner’s…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Top Dragster presented by Vortech Superchargers champion Art Hoover
Art Hoover, who previously won the 2012 JEGS Pacific SPORTSnationals, claimed a second win in Top Dragster presented by Vortech Superchargers when he defeated Phil Unruh in the final round. Hoover left almost no room with a .012 light and a 6.…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Gas champion Ed Olpin Jr.
Ed Olpin Jr. won the Super Comp title in Phoenix in 2002 and has since watched his father, Ed Sr., score six wins in Super Gas and Top Sportsman. Ed Jr. got back on the board when he stopped Matthew Larson in the Super Gas final at Wild Horse…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Comp champion Val Torres Sr.
Two weeks after winning Super Gas in Pomona, Val Torres Sr. scored again by claiming the Super Comp title in Phoenix. Torres, who now has eight national event wins in his career, turned on the win light in the final after Cal Belden fouled by…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Stock champion Brad Burton
Brad Burton, the 2010 and 2012 NHRA Stock champ, also outlasted a deep and talented field to claim his ninth career win. Burton, in his D/SA ’72 Firebird, won the final with a 10.75 on his 10.74 dial after opponent Jon Irving broke out in his I/…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Stock champion Kyle Rizzoli
Kyle Rizzoli, who barely missed winning the Super Stock championship last year, rallied for his ninth career win when he defeated five-time world champ Justin Lamb in the final. Rizzoli, in his SS/CA ’69 Camaro, sealed the deal with an almost…
NHRA Arizona Nationals Comp champion Dean Carter
After winning a pair of NHRA world championships in 1993-94, Dean Carter spent some time racing in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series, but he’s back this season and backed up his quarterfinal finish in Pomona with career win No. 8 in…
SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown 2020 season preview
Amidst the ongoing challenge to maintain parity, the SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown class closely resembles the early days of Pro Stock.
A year ago, the SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown produced some of the most thrilling action of the season with former Pro Stock driver Drew Skillman earning the championship over a stacked field that included fellow Pro Stock alumni Bo Butner…
Pro Mod champ "Stevie "Fast" Jackson: "I don't want to lose a round this year."
Reigning E3 Pro Mod Drag Racing Series world champion Stevie Jackson has a goal this year: win every race. The addition of Phil Shuler is part of that plan as Jackson discussed in a wide-ranging interview with NHRA on FOX's Brian Lohnes.
As 2020 debut looms, Andrew Hines, Brian Lohnes talk Pro Stock Motorcycle
As the Pro Stock Motorcycle class prepares to kick off its 2020 season, reigning world champ Andrew Hines shared his thoughts about the season ahead, new technology, and pre-season testing with NHRA on FOX's Brian Lohnes.
READ MORE: Pro Stock Motorcycle season preview
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Drivers out to make history in grand style at Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals
History and a chance for glory at one of the most historic tracks on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series circuit is on the line at the 51st annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, March 12-15 at Gainesville Raceway.
History and a chance for glory at one of the most historic tracks on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series circuit is on the line at the 51st annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, March 12-15 at Gainesville Raceway.
A year after…
Larry Morgan, Tony Christian will be part of Pro Stock salute at Gatornationals
Larry Morgan and Tony Christian, two great and colorful drivers from Pro Stock history, will be the guests of honor at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals as part of NHRA’s yearlong salute to 50 Years of Pro Stock.
Larry Morgan and Tony Christian, two great and colorful drivers from Pro Stock history, will be the guests of honor at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals as part of NHRA’s yearlong salute to 50 Years of Pro Stock.
Morgan scored 12 wins…
Ron Capps, NAPA team regrouping after pre-season trailer fire
It took a lot of work for the NAPA Auto Parts Funny Car team to regroup and clean up after a pre-season trailer fire and the three-week break between races is helping. Crew chief Rahn Tobler shares the story with NHRA Indy bureau chief John Kernan.
NHRA introduces Wi-Fi for all at Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals
The NHRA Wi-Fi For All Zone, the next step in a long-term rollout plan to enhance the fan experience through reliable wireless internet service throughout the pits, midways, and grandstands, will be featured at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals March 12-15.
After a successful trial at the NHRA Winternationals in Pomona this year, the NHRA Wi-Fi For All Zone will be featured at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla., March 12-15. This is the next step in a long-term rollout plan…
WFO Radio NHRA Podcast: Arizona Nationals winners
This week on the WFO Radio NHRA Podcast, Arizona Nationals winners Steve Torrence, Tommy Johnson Jr., and Erica Enders all stop by to discuss winning the event. Torrence, the reigning Top Fuel champ, gives the details of his first race back on the…
Renew your Gatornationals tickets and get a free Garlits or Muldowney mini helmet
Fans who renew their tickets for 2021 at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will have the option of either a “Big Daddy” Don Garlits or Shirley “Cha-Cha” Muldowney mini-helmet when they renew their tickets at the track.
NHRA race fans who renew their tickets this season at select Mello Yello Drag Racing Series national events for 2021 will receive an NHRA Legend mini-helmet. The 2021 season will salute NHRA’s 70th anniversary and the events so now’s your chance…
Auto Club Famoso Raceway hosts two-day March Meet test and tune event
In advance of the Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet, the 2020 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series opener March 5-8, Auto Club Famoso Raceway hosted a two-day test-and-tune event for March Meet competitors that included defending season champs and top contenders.
In advance of the Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet, the 2020 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series opener March 5-8, Auto Club Famoso Raceway hosted a two-day test-and-tune event for March Meet competitors that included defending season champs…
Mangus, Taylor both double up at Tucson Dragway's Pacific Division opener
Ryan Mangus and Jeff Taylor each doubled up with two eliminator wins at the Pacific Division NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event at Tucson Dragway, Mangus in Stock and Super Comp and Taylor in Top Dragster and Top Sportsman.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Pacific Division event at Tucson Dragway:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Tony Mandella, Eastvale, Calif., '92 Camaro, A/SMA, 8.000, 168.62 …
Meyer, Whiteley, and Martin lead Division 4 winners at No Problem Raceway
Rachel Meyer, Annie Whiteley, and Raymond Martin led the list of winners as the Division 4 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season kicked off at No Problem Raceway Park in Belle Rose, La.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central Division Nitro on the Bayou:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Rachel Meyer, Mount Vernon, Mo., 5.347, 268.82 def. Jackie…
Featured Flyer: Chris Beanes’ head-turning ’51 Henry J Top Sportsman entry
Even if it weren’t for its beautiful black paint job and purple flames or the mini Top Fuel-like wing hanging off the back deck, Chris Beanes’ Top Sportsman Henry J machine would turn heads.
Tommy Johnson Jr. reflects on dramatic Phoenix win, prepares for Gatornationals
Tommy Johnson Jr. and the MD Anderson Cancer Center team scored a huge Funny Car win at the NHRA Arizona Nationals, but it wasn’t without drama. T.J. looks back at the win and ahead to the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, remembering an explosive moment at last year’s event.
