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Top Fuel team owner Tim Lewis, longtime partner of Doug Foley, passes away

Tim Lewis (left), one half of the successful Foley & Lewis Top Fuel team, passed away recently, and was remembered fondly by his team.
18 Mar 2025
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Tim Lewis
Statement from Foley & Lew team on the passing of Tim Lewis: It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our longtime team leader and, more importantly, our friend, Tim Lewis. Tim was a successful businessman…
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World champion crew chief Bernie Fedderly, part of Force 'brain trust,' passes away

Bernie Fedderly, whose mechanical magic propelled drivers to winner’s circles and world championships over a Hall of Fame career, passed away March 15. He was 83.
17 Mar 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Bernie Fedderly
Bernie Fedderly, whose mechanical magic propelled drivers to winner’s circles and world championships over a Hall of Fame career, passed away March 15. He was 83. Fedderly, a one-time fleet mechanic for a Canadian dairy company, found his place…
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Thunder Valley Dragways joins NHRA’s West Central Division

Thunder Valley Dragways, located between Marion and Parker, S.D., has joined the NHRA Member Track Network as part of the NHRA’s West Central Division (Division 5).
17 Mar 2025
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Thunder Valley Dragways
Thunder Valley Dragways has joined the NHRA Member Track Network as part of the NHRA’s West Central Division (Division 5). First opened in 1967 as an NHRA member track, Thunder Valley Dragways, which is located between Marion and Parker, S.D., is…
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Shumake will return to action in Fry’s Food Stores dragster in Phoenix

Phoenix native and NHRA Top Fuel driver Travis Shumake will return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at his home track, Firebird Motorsports Park, for the NHRA Arizona Nationals.
17 Mar 2025
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Travis Shumake
Phoenix native and NHRA Top Fuel driver Travis Shumake will return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at his home track, Firebird Motorsports Park, for the NHRA Arizona Nationals, March 21-23.  Coming off a series of low 3.70-…
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In Memoriam

17 Mar 2025
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In Memoriam
Recent passings of notable figures from within the NHRA world. The NHRA extends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of those we have lost. Notices of passing can be sent to nhra@nhra.com.…
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NHRA Top Fuel ‘mud flaps’ will be optional for next four races

NHRA officials have announced that side-mounted aerodynamic body panels in Top Fuel, commonly referred to within the class as “mud flaps,” will be optional for the next four races while NHRA evaluates their effectiveness.
17 Mar 2025
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Mudflaps
NHRA officials have announced that side-mounted aerodynamic body panels in Top Fuel, commonly referred to within the class as “mud flaps,” will be optional for the next four races, starting at the upcoming NHRA Arizona Nationals in Phoenix on March…
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Wally Parks inducted into West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame during 2025 NASCAR weekend in Las Vegas

The induction recognized Wally Parks' lasting impact on motorsports, celebrating his contributions before an audience of racing legends, including Roger Penske, Richard Petty, and Rick Ware.
15 Mar 2025
David Kennedy
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Wally Parks Roger Penske, Richard Petty, and Rick Ware
  This prestigious West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame evening dinner brought hundreds of people together and was held in conjunction with the NASCAR weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.…
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Williams, Bohannon, Hidalgo shine at Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnats

Chase Williams,Tyler Bohannon, and Jimmy Hidalgo Jr., led the list of winners as the Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals took place at No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, La.
15 Mar 2025
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Cajun SPORTSnationals
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals: COMPETITION ELIMINATOR Chase Williams, Carthage, Texas, '14 dragster, B/ED, 6.944, 157.32  def. Hall Casey,…
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Carter, Ratcliff, Browning lead winners at No Problem Raceway event

Dean Carter, Kyle Ratcliff, and Ron Browning led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series South Central Division was in action at No Problem Raceway.
14 Mar 2025
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Division 4
The following are Thursday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central Division event at No Problem Raceway: The following are Friday's final results (alky) from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central…
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Albuquerque Dragway returns to NHRA Member Track Network in Division 7

Albuquerque Dragway, which has enjoyed a long and extensive drag racing history dating back to 1963, is back in the NHRA Member Track Network as part of the NHRA’s Pacific Division (Division 7).
14 Mar 2025
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Albuquerque Dragway
Albuquerque Dragway is back in the NHRA Member Track Network as part of the NHRA’s Pacific Division (Division 7). Albuquerque Dragway has enjoyed a long and extensive drag racing history dating back to 1963. The standout facility has been a…
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When the Hall calls

NHRA National Dragster Editor Phil Burgess was among 10 people recently inducted into the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame, an honor he never expected would come his way. Enjoy his descent into madness ...
14 Mar 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
DRAGSTER Insider
Hall of Fame
When my phone rang last September, right after the NHRA U.S. Nationals, and the caller ID said it was Don Garlits, I immediately answered, because, as I wrote here a few months ago, one of the first rules is that…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
13 Mar 2025
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals

The 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals kicked off the new season at Gainesville Raceway with an event full of upsets, wild rides, and big wins. Relive the magic now in the first Weekend Rewind video of the year.
13 Mar 2025
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Weekend Rewind
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Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series completion from Gainesville now set for Phoenix

Racers and teams within the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Series, along with the NHRA, have made the decision to run eliminations from the postponed Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at the upcoming NHRA Arizona Nationals.
13 Mar 2025
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Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series
After further consideration, racers and teams within the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Series, along with the NHRA, have made the decision to run eliminations from the postponed Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at the upcoming NHRA Arizona…
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NHRA Arizona Nationals event guide: What you need to know before you go

Planning to attend or even watch the upcoming NHRA Arizona Nationals? Check out our new event guide, which features ticket information, event schedule and news, entry lists, a facility map, the Nitro Alley schedule, driver bios, and much more.
13 Mar 2025
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Arizona Nationals event guide
Planning to attend or even watch the upcoming NHRA Arizona Nationals? Check out our new event guide, which features ticket information, event schedule and news, entry lists, a…
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Alice Cooper to headline ‘Off the Track’ concert at NHRA Arizona Nationals

Rock-and-roll music legend and Arizona native Alice Cooper is set to perform at the “Off the Track” concert at the Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds on Saturday, March 22 as part of the 40th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals weekend, March 21-23. 
13 Mar 2025
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Alice Cooper
Rock-and-roll music legend and Arizona native Alice Cooper is set to perform at the “Off the Track” concert at the Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds on Saturday, March 22 as part of the 40th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals weekend, March 21-23.…
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Gatornationals winners Chad Green, Dallas Glenn, and Gaige Herrera join WFO Radio

WFO Radio TV host Joe Castello sat down with the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals champions, Chad Green (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock), and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle), who break down their winning weekends.
13 Mar 2025
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WFO
  WFO Radio TV host Joe Castello sat down with the 2025 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals champions, Chad Green (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock), and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle), who break down their winning runs, share…
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Robert Hight steps down as JFR president

Robert Hight has confirmed that he is stepping down as president of John Force Racing, confident that the company is in capable hands moving forward.
13 Mar 2025
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Hight
Robert Hight has confirmed that he is stepping down as president of John Force Racing, confident that the company is in capable hands moving forward. “I had 30 great years at JFR,” Hight said. “But being out of the car last year made me realize…
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Gainesville Lucas Oil Series Sportsman class completion schedule clarified

As a result of inclement weather, racing in the Lucas Oil Series sportsman classes and the FlexJet Factory Stock Showdown were not completed as scheduled during the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. The following is an overview of each category and the amended schedule.
13 Mar 2025
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Chip Beverett
As a result of inclement weather, racing in the Lucas Oil Series sportsman classes and the FlexJet Factory Stock Showdown were not completed as scheduled during the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. “After consultation with the remaining…
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NHRA stars to return to Southern California for Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to its birthplace for the historic 65th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, March 27-30 at the famed In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip with plenty of special additions to make it a memorable weekend.
12 Mar 2025
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Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to its birthplace for the historic 65th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, March 27-30 at the famed In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip with plenty of special additions to make it a memorable…
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A chief and a champ: Antron Brown and Dean Marinis talk Gainesville victories

It was a weekend that challenged drag racers in every way possible, and on this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes has winning Funny Car co-crew chief Dean Marinis and Top Fuel winner Antron Brown on to talk about it all. 
12 Mar 2025
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NHRA Insider podcast
Insider
  It was a weekend that challenged drag racers in every way possible, and on this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes has winning Funny Car co-crew chief Dean Marinis and Top Fuel winner Antron Brown on to talk about it…
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Watch the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnationals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals event from No Problem Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
11 Mar 2025
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Cajun SPORTSnationals
NHRA fans can watch the Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals event from No Problem Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from No Problem are Laris Motorsports Insurance…
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Career-best season, bolstered partnerships fuel Taylor Chomiski for powerful 2025

A fresh new season of NHRA drag racing has Comp Eliminator standout Taylor Chomiski fired up to go fast. Blind Frog Ranch has stepped up with primary support of Chomiski’s Cobalt. Longtime partner CIP1.com is returning for a sixth consecutive season, along with the continued support of Scott Seed Company.
11 Mar 2025
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Taylor Chomiski
A fresh new season of NHRA drag racing has Comp Eliminator standout Taylor Chomiski fired up to go fast.  On the heels of finishing in the prestigious top 10 with a pair of well-earned victories, the second-generation drag racer is…
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Matchups set for first Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge of 2025 in Phoenix

The Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge returns to the 2025 NHRA season, and the first matchups in the Saturday specialty event are set for March 22 as part of the NHRA Arizona Nationals, which takes place March 21-23 at Firebird Motorsports Park in Phoenix.
11 Mar 2025
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Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge
The Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge returns to the 2025 NHRA season, and the first matchups in the Saturday specialty event are set for March 22 as part of the 40th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals, which takes place March 21-23 at Firebird…
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Behind the numbers of Greg Anderson's Pro Stock elapsed time national record run

During Friday Pro Stock qualifying at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Greg Anderson reset the Pro Stock national elapsed time record with a pass of 6.443 seconds, breaking the old mark of 6.450 set three years ago at the same event and giving Anderson the mark for the first time since 2009.
11 Mar 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
Behind the Numbers
Greg Anderson
During Friday Pro Stock qualifying at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Greg Anderson reset the Pro Stock national elapsed time record with a pass of 6.443 seconds, breaking the old mark of 6.450 set three years ago at the same event. “…
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Kaiser, Capps score nitro wins at Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet

The 2025 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series kicked off with the 67th annual Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet at Famoso Dragsgtrip, where Pete Kaiser and Jon Capps led the list of winners.
11 Mar 2025
Jason Galvin
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March Meet
Photos by Wayne Lederer and Matt DeYoung If there was an overarching theme in the winner’s circle at Famoso Dragstrip Sunday evening, it was legacy. Good Vibration Motorsports March Meet nitro winners Pete Kaiser (Nostalgia Top…
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5 things we learned in Gainesville

No one enjoyed the rain and difficult weather conditions in Gainesville, but that doesn’t mean the season opener wasn’t a learning event. We did learn a lot at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, and here are our top five.
10 Mar 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
5 Things
ANTRON BROWN IS THE EARLY FAVORITE FOR CHAMPIONSHIP NO. 5 The loss of co-crew chief Mark Oswald was expected, so Antron Brown and his Matco Tools Top Fuel team didn’t really anticipate much of a letdown following their dramatic run to the 2024…
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Unofficial Mission Foods points standings

Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the first event of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
09 Mar 2025
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Points
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the first event of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.  Official points will be posted…
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Brown, Green, Glenn, and Herrera score victories at Gatornationals opener

Defending Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown kicked off the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season with a victory at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Chad Green (Funny Car), Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock), and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also won the first of 20 races.
09 Mar 2025
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Winners
Defending Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown kicked off the 2025 NHRA season with a victory on Sunday at Gainesville Raceway, defeating defending event winner Shawn Langdon in the final round of the 56th Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.…
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Tripp Tatum rides out wild incident in the first round of Gatornationals

Top Fuel racer Tripp Tatum, the 2022 Gatornationals Top Fuel winner, took a wild ride in round one at this year’s race after smoking the tires and making contact with the guardwall.
09 Mar 2025
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Tripp Tatum
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