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News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of qualifying at the fifth annual NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway.

The upcoming Summernationals is one of the NHRA's most iconic events, with a deep and rich history. Step back into time 40 years ago for one fan's photographic memories of the event.

CatSpot, the organic cat litter brand that currently sponsors Scott Palmer Racing, will also sponsor Dom Lagana and the Lagana Racing Nitro Ninja Top Fuel dragster at the NHRA New England Nationals and the NHRA Summernationals.

Mickey Thompson Tires, a leader in high performance tires and wheels, has signed a multiyear agreement with NHRA to become the series sponsor of the popular Top Fuel Harley motorcycle category.

The 15th annual Holley National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA Insurance, June 15-17, is a three-day gathering where the lovers of the car culture can revel in the different aspects of this multifaceted event.

How much trailer "luggage" will teams need for four races in a row? Haulers are packed to the brim as John Kernan joins Amanda Busick and Lewis Bloom on NHRA Today's Roundtable from the Wally Park NHRA Studio delivered by Papa John's. 

NHRA National Dragster's Tricky Tipster has named Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), Ron Capps (Funny Car), and Bo Butner (Pro Stock) as the odds-on favorites to win the NHRA New England Nationals.

Let’s look at Alexis DeJoria's odds of chasing down a spot in the Countdown to the Championship with a little historical context in mind.

Alexis DeJoria will return to the seat of her Tequila Patrón Toyota Camry at this weekend’s NHRA New England Nationals in Epping, N.H.

Chevrolet and NHRA announced today they will continue their longstanding relationship as Official Trucks of NHRA that began in 2014. The renewal highlights their continued involvement with the sport. 

A season that started in extraordinary fashion continues to move along at an impressive pace for Leah Pritchett, who continues to hold onto the points lead in a star-studded Top Fuel class entering this weekend's NHRA New England Nationals.

Canadian racing was on full display as local racers; Shawn Cowie, Dan Provost, and Ed Hutchinson celebrated with their teams in the winner’s circle following their final round wins at the Northwest Division, LORDCO NHRA BC Nationals Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at Mission Raceway.

NHRA has named Roy T. Abacan as its new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer to oversee the financial and accounting organization as well as certain other functions of the world’s largest motorsports sanctioning body. 

Last weekend's JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals in Bowling Green, Ky., was a haven for NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series drivers, including four first-time winners.

Marty Thacker and John Lombardo Jr. led the list of winner at the NHRA North Central Division Burndown at Sundown at Route 66 Raceway.

Keith Hall, Mike Town, and Ryan Montford led the list of winners as the NHRA West Central Division opened at S.R.C.A Dragstrip with Thunder on the Plains.

Leah Pritchett’s dragster will carry a special “Demon” paint scheme in the New England Nationals and the following week at the Summernationals to salute the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon that will be available to the public later this year.

John Force isn't just looking for faster speed and quicker elapsed times as he chases Ron Capps and Matt Hagan in the Funny Car standings; the legend is hoping to get down the track more consistently.

Shawn Cowie and John Lombardo Jr. earned wins in Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car, respectively, but the real story of the Menards NHRA Heartland Nationals presented by Minties was Super Comp champ Austin Williams, who claimed a win in Topeka for the fifth-straight year.

After finishing as runner-up a season ago, Comp Eliminator standout Jason Coan returned to his winning ways to lead the list of champions crowned on Sunday at the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Ky.