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Five-race deal mixes Tequila Comisario and Caruso Family Racing

NHRA Pro Stock rookie Camrie Caruso will have the backing of Tequila Comisario as her primary sponsor for the three-race Western Swing as well as at the upcoming NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series events in Topeka and Indianapolis.
13 Jul 2022
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Caruso Family Racing
As the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series takes on the historic and sometimes grueling Western Swing, NHRA Pro Stock rookie Camrie Caruso is fortifying her marketing relationships with the addition of award-winning, ultra-premium Tequila…
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It's always Funny Car Summer for Jon Dunn

From sponsorship procurement to twisting wrenches, Jon Dunn, the son of NHRA Funny Car legend "Big Jim" Dunn, has been doing it all on his father's Funny Cars for years and is a big part of the team's success.
12 Jul 2022
Kelly Wade
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Jon Dunn
SoCal native Jon Dunn was a little kid when the Ron Phillips documentary Funny Car Summer rose to popularity. The success of the film was personal to Dunn, because it impressed upon the young man that his father, Jim Dunn, was not an…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals Friday preview

Beautiful and breathtaking are the words most often used to describe Bandimere Speedway, the home of this week’s Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-Hight Nationals. Challenging and tricky are two others that come to mind when NHRA racers discuss what it takes to compete in the thin Rocky Mountain air at Bandimere Speedway, which sits more than 5,800 feet above sea level.
12 Jul 2022
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Denver
Beautiful and breathtaking are the words most often used to describe Bandimere Speedway, the home of this week’s Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-Hight Nationals. Challenging and tricky are two others that come to mind when NHRA racers discuss what it…
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The Bachelorette Episode 1 recap: Jordan Vandergriff makes an impression

Night one of The Bachelorette finally arrived, featuring NHRA Top Fuel racer Jordan Vandergriff. NHRA National Dragster Managing Editor and reality-show expert Dominique Diaz recaps the first episode for NHRA.com visitors.
12 Jul 2022
Dominique Diaz, National Dragster Managing Editor
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Jordan Vandergriff
Night one of The Bachelorette finally arrived, and it’s arguably a favorite and most anticipated because it’s when we get to meet all of the contestants and witness their grand entrances. First impressions are everything, and that’s even…
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NHRA announces first four races of highly anticipated 2023 Camping World season

NHRA officials have announced the dates for the first four races on the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule, which will open March 9-12 with the 54th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway.
12 Jul 2022
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2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series
NHRA officials announced the dates for the first four races for the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule today, as the upcoming season will open March 9-12 with the 54th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville…
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Camrie Caruso talks Western Swing, new cars, and championship chances

So far, Camrie Caruso's debut season in Pro Stock has been everything she hoped it would be. Now, the rookie sensation joins NHRA's Brian Lohnes to discuss the upcoming Western Swing, the new car her team is about to debut, and her chances to win a championship.
12 Jul 2022
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Camrie Caruso
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Auto Club team preps for Western Swing as part of grueling six-week stretch

What goes into preparing a nitro Funny Car for the varying conditions of the Western Swing? Auto Club crew chief Jimmy Prock talks about his preparations as he and driver Robert Hight hope to sweep the Swing for the first time and the busy six weeks ahead.
11 Jul 2022
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Robert Hight
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Angelle Sampey discusses history-making Norwalk victory

Three-time Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Angelle Sampey sat down with NHRA's Brian Lohnes to discuss her recent 46th career win in Norwalk and her outlook for the rest of the season.
11 Jul 2022
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Rahn Tobler talks Top Fuel engine torque specs

Containing a nitro engine's cylinder pressure means head and main stud clamping forces not seen in any other engine. Rahn Tobler explains how those clamping loads have increased as engine power has reached more than 11,000 hp.
11 Jul 2022
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Rahn Tobler talks Top Fuel engine torque specs
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The Bachelorette preview: Top Fuel’s Jordan Vandergriff to compete for love

Be sure to catch the premiere of The Bachelorette tonight with Top Fuel racer Jordan Vandergriff as one of the contestants looking for love. Here's our preview of the upcoming show and an explanation of what may lay downtrack for Vandergriff.
11 Jul 2022
Dominique Diaz, National Dragster Managing Editor
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he Bachelorette
A few months ago, it was announced that Top Fuel racer Jordan Vandergriff would be joining this season of The Bachelorette as a contestant looking for love. …
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Carnasciale, Miller, and Oakes lead winners at Numidia Dragway event

Joe Carnasciale, Larry Miller, and Shane Oakes led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division was in action at Numidia Dragway.
09 Jul 2022
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Northeast Division
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Numidia Dragway: COMPETITION ELIMINATOR Joe Carnasciale, Ashaway, R.I., '06 Cavalier, I/SM, 8.960, 151.43  …
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Experience, attitude, and effort form Blake Alexander's Funny Car future

Blake Alexander came into the world of NHRA nitro racing a little more than 10 years ago and has solidified a reputation as a driver who can bend and shift with the tide, take calculated risks move forward, and withstand the ebb and flow of an excruciatingly competitive category.
08 Jul 2022
Kelly Wade
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Blake Alexander
Blake Alexander came into the world of NHRA nitro racing a little more than 10 years ago, and since then, he's solidified a reputation as a driver who can bend and shift with the tide, take calculated risks in order to move forward, and withstand…
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J.R. Todd: "No, I don't have a fear of clowns," and a whole lot more

Funny Car's J.R. Todd discusses his recent Toyota "Sponsifier" commercial, the upcoming, Western Swing, and the success of the new GR Toyota Supra body.
08 Jul 2022
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Lane doubles up in Comp at Woodburn Dragstrip Division 6 doubleheader

Cody Lane won in Comp at both events of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division doubleheader race at Woodburn Dragstrip.
08 Jul 2022
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Division 6
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Woodburn Dragstrip: TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER Shawn Cowie, Langley, B.C., 5.268, 280.72  def. Jackie Fricke,…
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Altered States, Part 2: Breakage, tears, and fears, but ultimately a success story

Part 2 of the adventure follows our hero through some pretty severe trials and tribulations in pursuit of a competition license. It ain't as easy as it seems ...
08 Jul 2022
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Altered States
“Altered States" (or How I Spent My Summer Vacation) Part 2: Sweating It Out at Quaker City Quaker City Dragway loomed ahead on the highway, beckoning us to come forward and try our luck. My official NHRA…
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Watch this weekend's Division 1 and 6 Lucas Oil Series events for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Numidia Dragway and the Division 6 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from Woodburn Dragstrip for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv powered by National Dragster.
07 Jul 2022
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Woodburn Dragstrip
NHRA fans can watch the Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Numidia Dragway and the Division 6 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from Woodburn Dragstrip for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv powered by …
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NHRA on FOX team wins six Telly Awards for television video excellence

NHRA and its broadcasting team was recently honored with six prestigious Telly awards for video excellence during the 2021 season and the beginning of the 2022 campaign.
07 Jul 2022
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Telly Awards
NHRA and its broadcasting team was recently honored with six prestigious Telly awards for video excellence during the 2021 season and the beginning of the 2022 campaign. The team has now been recognized with 25 Telly awards over the past eight years…
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Nitro Time Machine: Watch the final rounds from the 1993 Mile-High Nationals

Hop into the Nitro Time Machine for a look back at the final rounds at the 1993 Mile-High Nationals featuring Mike Dunn vs. Doug Herbert, Cruz Pedregon vs. Gordie Bonin, Bob Glidden vs. Warren Johnson, and Dave Schultz vs. John Myers.
07 Jul 2022
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Nitro Time Machine
Nitro Time Machine
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Every final round of the 2022 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals

07 Jul 2022
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2022 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Top Alcohol Dragster winner Matthew Cummings
 
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Every final round of the 2022 NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

07 Jul 2022
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Every final round of the 2022 NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
 
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Brittany Force holds more Top Fuel track records than anyone

Of the 38 Top Fuel track records in existence, Brittany Force owns 21 of them. Second-place track record holder Clay Millican comes in with 4—albeit those came when he had David Grubnic as his crew chief—who currently tunes for Force.
06 Jul 2022
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Brittany Force holds more Top Fuel track records than anyone
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Eddie Kraewic explains the theory behind Pro Stock Motorcycle front suspension

With fixed rear suspension a Vance & Hines Pro Stock Suzuki motorcycle relies on a slow-rebounding front fork to maximize traction on the rear tire.
06 Jul 2022
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Eddie Kraewic explains the theory behind Pro Stock Motorcycle front suspension
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Famed NHRA Western Swing ready for kickoff at legendary Bandimere Speedway

Bandimere Speedway will once again play host to the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals July 15-17 as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series kicks off its famed three-race NHRA Western Swing.
06 Jul 2022
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Bandimere Speedway
Boasting one of the most unique challenges in motorsports, legendary Bandimere Speedway once again plays host to the upcoming 42nd annual Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to Thunder…
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Cuadra family innovation brings a unique team structure to Pro Stock

With a mix of Frank Iaconio power and Elite Motorsports tuning, data, and setup, Pro Stock's Cuadra family has created a unique team structure with performance goals of their own.
05 Jul 2022
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Blake Alexander's most memorable Norwalk moment may not be his Top Fuel win

After winning the 2018 NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals in Top Fuel, Blake Alexander returned to Summit Racing Motorsports Park in a Funny Car the following year. While his results weren't as successful, you will see in this Dodge Tales from the Strip they were nothing short of spectacular.
05 Jul 2022
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Blake Alexander's most memorable moment in Norwalk may not be his 2018 Top Fuel win...
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The explosive power of a nitro Hemi, exposed in slow motion!

The torque and power produced by a 500-cid nitromethane-burning Top Fuel Hemi come from the massive cylinder pressures pushing down on the pistons. If not contained, that pressure will escape the combustion chambers (in this case through the head gasket) and cause devastating results.
05 Jul 2022
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The explosive power of a nitro Hemi, exposed in slow motion!
While working to qualify his Top Fuel car in Norwalk, Mike Bucher's Hemi experienced a head gasket failure that was caught by NHRA on FOX cameras in super-slow motion. 
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Josh Hart and team prep for the start of the Western Swing

Top Fuel’s Josh Hart will be taking part in his first Western Swing, but his veteran team, led by Ron Douglas, is getting the R+L Carriers team well-prepped in advance of the Swing-opening event in Denver.
05 Jul 2022
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Doug Foley is committed to next-level Top Fuel racing

Now in his third season back in the seat racing for Wallys after a nine-year hiatus, Doug Foley is more committed than ever to bringing the Foley Lewis Racing program to the next level.
05 Jul 2022
Kelly Wade
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Doug Foley
When Doug Foley returned to NHRA Top Fuel two seasons ago, it had been nine long years since he'd been part of the nitro scene as a competitor. Now in his third season back in the seat racing for Wallys, Foley is more committed than ever to bringing…
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Happy Fourth of July from NHRA

Happy Fourth of July from the NHRA to all of our fans, racers, sponsors, and supporters.
03 Jul 2022
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SAN secures Senate, House resolutions recognizing Collector Car Appreciation Day

At the request of the SEMA Action Network (SAN), the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 690 (S. Res. 690) recognizing July 8, 2022 as Collector Car Appreciation Day.
01 Jul 2022
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Collector Car Appreciation Day
At the request of the SEMA Action Network (SAN), the U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 690 (S. Res. 690) recognizing July 8, 2022 as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A similar resolution was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives (…
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