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New IHRA Membership Fee for 2017; Upgraded Membership Benefits
As the second-largest drag racing sanctioning body in the world, the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) continues to evolve its unique drag racing programs, implement new technologies and find ways to boost events for racers, fans and sponsor partners. To ensure the IHRA has the resources to support their mission, IHRA executives have announced a new annual membership fee starting January 9, 2017, for members world-wide. The heightened 2017 IHRARead More
NHRA – Rules and Rumors
It has been rumored that NHRA will streamline tech at nationals events. For some this is a welcome change, but less tech involvement may lead some racers to push the rules. The next rumor is about eliminating qualifying for Stock and Super Stock to move the race along faster. The last rumor floating around is no stacking rigs before the race. Inside sources tell us that the latter two rumorsRead More
IHRA Announces 2017 Summit Sportsman Programs
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA), the world’s second-largest drag racing sanctioning body, is gearing up for 2017 with two National sportsman programs highlighting the season. The bracket racing based Summit SuperSeries will make its return to IHRA-sanctioned member tracks for the 16th season and the newly formed Summit Sportsman National Championship, which takes the place of the Summit Pro-Am Tour regional format, will make its debut for class racingRead More
The Eliminator Next Gen practice tree
Portatree Timing Systems is excited to introduce the future of reaction time training: the Eliminator Next Gen practice tree! Perfect for racers and enthusiasts, this dual-user tabletop practice tree features a full-color, touchscreen display; sturdy case with battery door; adjustable tabletop stand; and outdoor bright LEDs. New cutting-edge features such as Distraction Mode aim to challenge user concentration while updates to Delay Box, Random Dial, Shift Lights, and Single UserRead More
IHRA and Summit Racing Equipment Continue their Long-Standing Partnership
The International Hot Rod Association™ (IHRA) is pleased to announce that Summit Racing Equipment will continue their long-standing relationship with the IHRA by renewing their commitment to IHRA’s sportsman racers through class racing and bracket racing programs. The renewal of the partnership with Summit Racing Equipment also includes some updates to the existing sportsman programs. The Summit Pro-Am Tour will be replaced and move from a divisional based system toRead More
Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series set to race at premier facilities across the country in 2017
For the 16th season, the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series will compete at top flight NHRA Drag Racing facilities across the county for the 2017 season. The upcoming 2017 schedule will feature 45 divisional events with a minimum of six in each of the seven divisions. There will also be 26 regional events featuring the 260-mph Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car classes. “The NHRA Lucas OilRead More
SpeedVideo & ProMedia Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Live Broadcast NMRA and NMCA Drag Racing Series
Santa Ana, Calif. (Nov. 11, 2016) – SpeedVideo and ProMedia Events & Publishing are proud to jointly announce a multi-year agreement to live broadcast the NMRA and NMCA Drag Racing Series through 2018. The NMCA is home to some of the fastest heads-up race cars in the world, including some of the most dynamic small-tire and radial racing you will find. Like the NMCA, the NMRA boasts just as much variety inRead More
JEGS signs multi-year renewal for sponsorship of NHRA SPORTSnationals
JEGS Automotive Inc., a leading supplier of automotive and auto racing parts and equipment, has signed an agreement with NHRA to continue as the title sponsor for the NHRA SPORTSnationals held at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Ky., May 26-28, 2017. The sponsorship of the NHRA SPORTSnationals has been in the hands of JEGS for 12 consecutive years. JEGS came on board in 2005, one year afterRead More
1971 SS/AM – 8.17@163mph
Brian Martel driving a 1971 SS/AM Duster, it may not be the most aerodynamic race car, but its lots of fun to drive and runs low 8’s at over 160mph.
NHRA Factory Stock Showdown expands to five events in 2017
School of Automotive Machinists & Technology NHRA Factory Stock Showdown expands to five events in 2017 The wildly popular School of Automotive Machinists & Technology NHRA Factory Stock Showdown returns for the 2017 season with an additional event added to the schedule. These series of events have seen increased car counts at races across the country and rabid interest from fans of the series. The first School of Automotive MachinistsRead More
2017 Chevrolet COPO Camaro – SEMA
The legendary drag racer is back and ready to push the limits on the strip. This 2017 version showcases a whole new look that will be available for car collectors and enthusiasts who are seeking a new, bold COPO appearance. Packed with the LSX-based 350-cu.-in. supercharged engine, little sound deadening, no underbody sealant and no backseat, COPO was designed for one reason only – to dominate and make its presenceRead More
Texas NHRA FallNationals Winners
Warm and mostly sunny weather made the Texas FallNationals go on without a hitch. With 8 sportsman classes competing for the coveted Wally, it was sure to be an exciting week of racing. The FallNationals crowned a few new winners along with past champions and home town favorites, giving the fans a great show. Comp: Keith Hall and Dick Maris hit the cic pretty hard to get the theRead More