NHRA - National Hot Rod Association

Aerospace Components, a leader in manufacturing high-performance drag racing products, has extended its agreement as the presenting sponsor of the NHRA Excellence in Engineering Award at select NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series events through the 2017 season.

“We are excited to announce our multiyear involvement as presenting sponsors of the NHRA Aerospace Components Excellence in Engineering Award," said Kim Kussy, co-founder, president, and CMO of Aerospace Components Inc. “Because we design and manufacture high-performance drag racing billet aluminum components, this program is a perfect fit to honor and support those Sportsman racers who exemplify the best engineered vehicles with a Wally trophy."

The NHRA Excellence in Engineering Award, formerly known as the Best Engineered Car Award, will be presented at 12 NHRA Mello Yello Series races in 2016. The prestigious award-specific Wally is presented to an individual who brings a unique edge in craftsmanship and technology to each NHRA national event. The award is voted on by the NHRA Tech Department, and past winners have included unique chassis builders, drivers who feature distinctive parts, and individuals who work to design and test unique concepts.

“The NHRA is very proud to have Aerospace Components continue its partnership with NHRA Drag Racing,” said Gary Darcy, NHRA senior vice president of sales and marketing. “The NHRA features some of the world’s most mechanically and technically complex machines, and the NHRA Aerospace Components Excellence in Engineering Award honors those who continue to push the boundaries and break barriers in our high-speed sport.”

Aerospace Components is a family-owned-and-operated business that has been producing high-quality components for 30 years. Aerospace Components started doing government contract work, primarily the manufacturing of defense systems, guidance systems, and space station components. Today, the Aerospace Components name is known throughout the racing industry as one of the leaders in manufacturing high-performance drag racing products. The company is a one-stop shop that designs and builds brake systems for any make or model car. In addition, Aerospace Components designs and sells billet aluminum vacuum pump systems, fuel pumps, water pumps, two-speed Powerglide shifters, and more.