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NHRA SpringNationals Saturday preview
If Friday’s lone professional qualifying session taught us anything, it’s that the fields for the final NHRA SprinNationals in Houston will be among the most competitive of the season.
If Friday’s lone professional qualifying session taught us anything, it’s that the fields for the final NHRA SprinNationals in Houston will be among the most competitive of the season. Two more session are on tap today, as well as more qualifying…
Frickes double up with dual wins at Atco Raceway Division 1 event
Jackie Fricke scored in Top Alcohol Dragster and her husband Shawn in Super Street as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division raced to completion at Atco Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Atco Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Jackie Fricke, Flemington, N.J., 5.331, 275.51 def. Mike Hepp, Levitton…
SpringNationals Friday Photo Gallery
National Dragster's award-winning photographers are at it again. They've captured all the excitement from the opening day of the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston.
Pearson, Warren lead winners at Division 2 Silver Dollar Motorsports Park event
Mike Pearson and Jeff Warren led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division was in action at Silver Dollar Motorsports Park.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division event at Silver Dollar Motorsports Park:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Allen Wilson, Kokomo, Ind., C/ED , bye run, def. Van…
Ladies day in Houston as Brittany Force, Camrie Caruso, and Karen Stoffer lead qualifying
Following Friday’s one-shot qualifying session at the NHRA SpringNationals, Brittany Force, Ron Capps Camrie Caruso and Karen Stoffer lead their respective pro fields.
The final Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series event at Houston Raceway Park was already shaping up to be a historic event well before female racers Brittany Force, Camrie Caruso, and Karen Stoffer teamed up to lead the way in three of the four…
Jerry Savoie and his White Alligator team look to double-down in Houston
The White Alligator Pro Stock Motorcycle team won the first event of the season with Karen Stoffer. Now, Jerry Savoie believes it's his turn to join the fun.
When Jerry Savoie walks out of his expansive White Alligator Racing hauler, he looks to the left and see’s the quickest Pro Stock Motorcycle in the sport, the Big St. Charles Suzuki ridden by his teammate, Karen Stoffer. Then he looks to the right…
NHRA SpringNationals Friday preview
For the final time, the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing tour will head deep into the heart of Texas for the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park. This race is the fifth of 22 in the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series.
For the final time, the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing tour will head deep into the heart of Texas for the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park. This race is the fifth of 22 in the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series.
Throughout its 35-…
FuelTech named title sponsor of NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series for 2022
FuelTech, an industry leader in performance engine management systems, has been named the title series sponsor of the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series for the 2022 season.
FuelTech, an industry leader in performance engine management systems, has been named the title series sponsor of the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series for the 2022 season.
The FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series opened its season last month…
Tricky Tipster: NHRA SpringNationals
For what appears to be the final time, the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series will make a stop at Houston Raceway Park near Baytown, Texas. Not surprisingly, Tricky Tipster has tabbed Steve Torrence an Erica Enders, a pair of native Texans, as the favorites in Top Fuel and Pro Stock. Tipster also has his eye on Matt Hagan and Karen Stoffer in Funny Car and Pro Stock Motorcycle.
For what appears to be the final time, the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series will make a stop at Houston Raceway Park near Baytown, Texas. Not surprisingly, Tricky Tipster has tabbed Steve Torrence an Erica Enders, a pair of native Texans, as…
Tony Schumacher looks to close out Houston ledger with another Top Fuel win
A three-time winner at Houston Raceway Park, Tony Schumacher has the chance to be the final Top Fuel winner of the NHRA SpringNationals, which takes place this weekend at the legendary track just outside of Houston.
A three-time winner at Houston Raceway Park, Tony Schumacher has the chance to be the final Top Fuel winner of the NHRA SpringNationals, which takes place this weekend at the legendary track just outside of Houston.
It also means Schumacher could…
Kenny Koretsky and family officially purchase Maple Grove Raceway
The Koretsky family are now proud owners of a dragstrip, as veteran NHRA racer Kenny Koretsky and his family, which includes his sons Kenny Jr. and current Pro Stock driver Kyle, have officially purchased Maple Grove Raceway, which is located just outside of Reading, Pa.
The Koretsky family are now proud owners of a dragstrip, as veteran NHRA racer Kenny Koretsky and his family, which includes his sons Kenny Jr. and current Pro Stock driver Kyle, have officially purchased Maple Grove Raceway, which is located just…
Watch this weekend's Division 1 and 2 Lucas Oil Series events for free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Atco Dragway and the Division 2 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Silver Dollar Raceway Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Atco Dragway and the Division 2 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Silver Dollar Raceway Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv powered by National…
J.R. Todd wants to keep his name in the Houston history book
J.R. Todd is one of just three drivers to have won in Top Fuel and Funny Car at Houston Raceway Park, but he also still holds the track record for speed, set in 2020 at 333.49 mph, an accomplishment he'd very much like to keep as the track hosts its last NHRA national event.
J.R. Todd has been part of the Kalitta Motorsports fold since 2014, and although he can now be found behind the wheel of the DHL Toyota GR Supra, Todd actually got his start with the team in a Top Fuel dragster. Since that time, he's claimed at…
Houston memories: Putting on a great show in trying times (2020)
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 race at Houston Raceway Park was shifted from April to October and served as the penultimate race of what was a trying year for all parties.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 race at Houston Raceway Park was shifted to October and served as the penultimate race of what was a trying year for all parties.
But when the stars arrived in Houston with championship…
New team owner Buddy Hull: "I won't stop until I get as far as I can possibly go"
There are multiple new team owners this season including Buddy Hull, who is racing his Vertex Roofing Top Fuel dragster with the help of Tim Wilkerson. In our latest Skype interview, Hull joins NHRA's Brian Lohnes to discuss his journey from world-ranked powerlifter to aspiring Top Fuel driver.
Houston finale will be twice as nice for busy Texas native Alex Laughlin
Alex Laughlin will be pulling double duty at the NHRA SpringNationals finale at Houston Raceway Park, racing in both Top Fuel and Top Alcohol Dragster for the first time in his relatively young yet surprisingly diverse career.
Alex Laughlin isn't very good at sitting idle, but the multiclass racer won't have to worry about much downtime this weekend at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park. He'll be pulling double duty in both Top Fuel and Top Alcohol Dragster…
Here comes Houston
Tony Pedregon joins Brian Lohnes on this episode of NHRA Insider to set the scene and the storylines for the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston this weekend.
Tony Pedregon joins Brian Lohnes on this episode of NHRA Insider to set the scene and the storylines for the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston this weekend. The event, planned to be the last national event at this facility, is sure to be…
When it comes to first-time wins, Pro Stock knows how to seal the deal in Houston
What do Mark Pawuk, Mike Edwards, Tom Martino, Jeg Coughlin Jr., Vincent Nobile, Bo Butner, Matt Hartford, and Aaron Stanfield all have in common? Sure, they all raced in Pro Stock, but they're also Pro Stock racers who all scored their first victory at Houston Raceway Park.
Part of the wonder for any racetrack is its history, and Houston Raceway Park has been home to many significant moments since first opening its doors in 1988. To some racers, that history is personal. This is particularly true in Pro Stock, as the…
Comp racer Ed Federkeil to support Tunnel to Towers Foundation at SpringNationals
During the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, April 21-24, Comp Eliminator racer Ed Federkeil will kick off a season-long association with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which supports our nation’s military members and first responders.
During the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, April 21-24, Comp Eliminator racer Ed Federkeil will kick off a season-long association with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. For over 20 years Tunnel to Towers has supported our nation’s…
Houston memories: John Force Racing rules the weekend with nitro double (2019)
In 2019 at Houston Raceway Park, the weekend belonged to John Force Racing in more ways than one as teammates Brittany Force and Robert Hight shared the winner's circle after respective wins in Top Fuel and Funny Car.
In 2019 at Houston Raceway Park, the weekend belonged to John Force Racing in more ways than one. The team has enjoyed tremendous success at the track over the years, including Robert Hight’s first career win in Funny Car coming in Houston, John…
Clay Millican sounds off on success, changes during 2022 season
Clay Millican and his Part Plus team have had their share of ups and downs this season but the popular driver firmly believes his best days are ahead of him. Millican sounds off during our exclusive NHRA.com Skype interview.
‘Baby Walker Nationals’ to debut this week at NHRA SpringNationals in Houston
The Baby Walker Nationals presented by Red Line Oil, featuring one-and-two-year-old kids who aspire to follow in their famous fathers’ footsteps, makes its debut this week in conjunction with the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston and continues a week later in Charlotte.
NHRA’s Jr. Drag Racing League is a great competitive outlet for youngsters not yet old enough to race the so-called “big cars.” But what if the need for speed manifests itself even before a kid turns five?
For that, there now is the Baby…
Nitro Time Machine: Erica Enders scores deep in the heart of Texas
Nothing is as satisfying as winning your home event and in the latest Nitro Time Machine, see how Erica Enders got that feeling at the 2015 Houston event.
Las Vegas winner Brittany Force and team ready to keep the ball rolling in Houston
Coming off an impressive victory at the Four-Wide Nationals in Las Vegas, Brittany Force and her Monster Energy team returned to their shop in Brownsburg, Ind. to prepare for the upcoming NHRA SpringNationals in Houston. Crew chief David Grubnic brings you up to speed.
Paul Lee names Dustin Heim and Jason Bunker as co-crew chiefs
Funny Car owner and driver Paul Lee has announced that Dustin Heim and Jason Bunker will share the tuning duties of his McLeod Dodge.
Funny Car owner and driver Paul Lee has announced that Dustin Heim and Jason Bunker will share the tuning duties of his McLeod Dodge. Bunker was recently added and will start working immediately with Heim and the rest of the team at their shop in…
Houston memories: Robert Hight collects first career Funny Car win (2005)
It took Robert Hight just four races in his rookie season to score his first Funny Car win, getting the job done for the first of 55 times at the 2005 NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park.
Robert Hight spent nearly 10 years as John Force’s clutch technician, joining him in the winner’s circle at his first event, the 1995 Mile-High Nationals – and in 40 more winner’s circles and through 19 world championships before Hight finally got…
Houston memories: Erica Enders’ first national event win (2004)
The upcoming NHRA SpringNationals is scheduled to be the final NHRA national event at Houston Raceway Park. As a salute, we're taking a look at some top moments in track history. Today: Erica Enders' first career win, which came in Super Gas in 2004.
Erica Enders practically grew up at Houston Raceway Park, watching her father, Gregg, compete in the Sportsman ranks and then, at age 8, making her first pass down any dragstrip at the Houston facility in her Jr. Dragster, so it makes perfect…
Sand Haulers of America latest brand to ride with Pro Stock's Camrie Caruso
Pro Stock rookie sensation Camrie Caruso will be representing Texas-based Sand Haulers of America on her 200-mph Chevrolet Camaro Pro Stock entry at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park.
Pro Stock rookie sensation Camrie Caruso will be representing Texas-based Sand Haulers of America on her 200-mph Chevrolet Camaro Pro Stock entry at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park.
The first-year Pro Stock driver from Denver, N.…
John Force talks Houston memories and his Funny Car future
John Force joines NHRA's Brian Lohnes via Skype to discuss the upcoming NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, an event that he's won six times in his career.
Mid-America Dragway again hosts NHRA Youth and Education Services event
For the second straight year, Division 5 NHRA member track Mid-America Dragway in Kansas hosted an NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) event for local students.
For the second straight year, Division 5 NHRA member track Mid-America Dragway in Kansas hosted an NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) event for local students. Last year, the track, located six miles west of Arkansas City, made history by being…