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Maddi Gordon completed her Top Fuel licensing process, clearing the way for her professional NHRA debut with Ron Capps Motorsports at the upcoming Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. In this interview, the third-generation racer shared her thoughts on the transition to the sport’s quickest class.
After making her first-ever runs in a Top Fuel dragster last week during the preseason test session at Gainesville Raceway, rookie driver Maddi Gordon has officially completed her Top Fuel licensing process, clearing the way for her Professional…
The Drag Racing Association of Women (DRAW) will once again present its annual Tracy Winters Memorial Golf Tournament on March 4. This is the Wednesday before the NHRA season-opener national event in Gainesville, Fla.
The Drag Racing Association of Women (DRAW) will once again present its annual Tracy Winters Memorial Golf Tournament on March 4. This is the Wednesday before the NHRA season-opener national event in Gainesville, Fla.In addition to having a fun…
Hull Racing, led by team owner and driver Buddy Hull, will start the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the historic Gatornationals with new sponsor and marketing partner FS Performance and Sam Pack Ford on their Funny Car.
Hull Racing, led by team owner and driver Buddy Hull, will start the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the historic Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals with new sponsor and marketing partner FS Performance and Sam Pack Ford on their…
Ashley Force Hood, the eldest of John Force’s three racing daughters, became the first woman to win in NHRA's Funny Car class at the 2008 NHRA Southern Nationals, where she beat her famous father in the final round.
In 50 years of NHRA competition, 15 women have competed in the nitro Funny Car ranks, and just four of them have reached the winner’s circle, and it’s fitting that the first came from Funny Car royalty. Ashley Force Hood, eldest of John Force’s…
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…
Right Trailers will continue as the title sponsor of the upcoming big-money NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout, which will take place Saturday, March 7, as part of the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
Right Trailers will continue as the title sponsor of the upcoming big-money NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout.The Right Trailers NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout takes place Saturday, March 7, as part of the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA…
On this high-speed episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Shawn Langdon talks about his historic week of testing at Gainesville Raceway, and Jordan Vandergriff talks about a breakout rookie week, earning his stripes as a Funny Car driver.
On this high-speed episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Shawn Langdon talks about his historic week of testing at Gainesville Raceway, and Jordan Vandergriff talks about a breakout rookie week, earning his stripes as a…
NHRA is set to celebrate its 75th anniversary during the 2026 season, and this year also represents a major milestone for the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, which is set to enjoy its 25th anniversary celebration.
NHRA is set to celebrate its 75th anniversary during the 2026 season, and this year also represents a major milestone for the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series.The exciting series is set to enjoy its 25th anniversary celebration in 2026, racing 11…
As the start of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series regular season approaches, Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Dallas Glenn, and Gaige Herrera are favored to win their respective categories.
As the start of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series regular season approaches, Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Dallas Glenn, and Gaige Herrera are favored to win their respective categories.NHRA fans participating in gaming as part of the…
Reigning world champ Shawn Cowie won in Top Alcohol Dragster and rookie Tobin Gasparrelli scored in Top Alcohol Funny Car to highlight the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Pacific Division event at Firebird Motorsports Park.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Pacific Division event at Firebird Motorsports Park:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTERShawn Cowie, Langley, B.C., 5.335, 277.72 def. Braiden Chesleigh,…
NHRA fans can watch the Division 7 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series opener from Firebird Motorsports Park for free starting Saturday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Phoenix are Strange, Speedmaster, Deecell, and…
The Legacy Nitro Funny Car Series will bring Nitro Funny Car racing to 11 events during NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, including four events as a special attraction on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and seven dates on the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series.
The Legacy Nitro Funny Car Series will bring Nitro Funny Car racing to 11 events during NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, including four events as a special attraction on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and seven dates on the NHRA Hot Rod…
NHRA is poised to celebrate the 1,000th Funny Car race at this year’s Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, so let's take a look back at the milestones along the way, recapping the 100th, 200th, 300th, 400th, 500th, 600th, 700th, 800th, and 900th races on the list.
20 Feb 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
Less than a year after we celebrated the 1,000th Top Fuel race at last spring’s four-wide race in Charlotte, we’re ready to celebrate the 1,…
Cody Anderson, son of six-time NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson, will make his Professional debut at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals after earning his license at Rockingham Dragway.
Some might say that Cody Anderson has big shoes to fill as the son of the most successful Pro Stock racer in NHRA history. The truth of the matter, though, is that the 27-year-old has no intention of walking in dad Greg Anderson's footsteps. Cody is…
Preseason testing at Gainesville Raceway ahead of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals there March 5-8 has already produced some eye-popping moments.
Photos by Auto Imagery | Video by NHRA socialPreseason testing at Gainesville Raceway ahead of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals there March 5-8 has already produced…
The February 2026 issue of NHRA National Dragster magazine, featuring a comprehensive look at the season ahead, is now online in digital format and in the mail in its traditional print format to NHRA Members around the world.
"The Countdown," episode five of "Chasing Speed," a new six-part docuseries from VICE TV and the NHRA, aired Wednesday night on VICE TV and is now available to watch for free here.
"The Countdown," episode five of "Chasing Speed," a new six-part docuseries from VICE TV and the NHRA, aired Wednesday night on VICE TV and is now available to watch for free here.From 340-plus-mph record runs to championship battles fought one pass…
Milestone victories, epic on-track performances, and history-making foundational chapters in NHRA lore are among the latest memorable moments saluted in NHRA's Top 75 Moments list.
Milestone victories, epic on-track performances, and history-making foundational chapters in NHRA lore are among the latest memorable moments saluted in NHRA's Top 75 Moments list.The list is the result of more than 42,000 fan votes cast for the…
Foley Racing has announced that Doug Foley will transition from driving duties to a full-time team owner role beginning with the 2026 season. In a related announcement, Gary Pritchett has been named driver of the team’s Top Fuel dragster.
Foley Racing has announced that Doug Foley will transition from driving duties to a full-time team owner role beginning with the 2026 season. In a related announcement, Gary Pritchett has been named driver of the team’s Top Fuel dragster.“We are…
Mark Pawuk will be seeking a third straight title as the popular Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown will be contested at nine NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series events this season.
Flexjet, a global leader in private aviation, will continue as the title sponsor of the exciting NHRA Factory Stock Showdown class, which will make nine appearances at NHRA national events during the upcoming 2026 season. Two-time world champion…
Jasmine Salinas is poised to return to the NHRA Top Fuel wars in 2026. The fan-favorite drag racer will compete in at least 10 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.
Jasmine Salinas is poised to return to the NHRA Top Fuel wars in 2026. The fan-favorite drag racer will compete in at least 10 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.Salinas will kick off her 2026 drag racing season next month at the…
Fendt has renewed a two-year partnership with the NHRA and will continue serving as the Official Tractor of NHRA, and will also continue to sponsor Anthony Troyer and his Fendt Top Alcohol Dragster.
18 Feb 2026
Fendt, an industry leader of advanced agricultural machinery and smart farming solutions, has renewed a two-year partnership with the NHRA and will continue serving as the Official Tractor of NHRA, expanding its visibility across fan engagement and…
NHRA has announced a continued and comprehensive free coverage plan on NHRA.tv and its NHRA YouTube page starting this weekend for the 2026 season in the popular NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series.
NHRA has announced a continued and comprehensive free coverage plan on NHRA.tv and its NHRA YouTube page starting this weekend for the 2026 season in the popular NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series.For the second consecutive year, NHRA will stream…
DHL and Kalitta Motorsports have signed a multiyear contract extension for J.R. Todd’s DHL GR Supra Funny Car. What started some two decades ago as an agreement to sponsor race cars is now a multifaceted relationship that enjoys success on and off the racetrack.
DHL and Kalitta Motorsports have signed a multiyear contract extension for J.R. Todd’s DHL GR Supra Funny Car.What started some two decades ago as an agreement to sponsor race cars is now a multifaceted relationship that enjoys success on and off…
In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip will again make history this spring during NHRA’s milestone 75th season, as the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals will play host to the 1,000th Funny Car race in NHRA history on April 9-12 on the hallowed grounds in Pomona.
In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip will again make history this spring during NHRA’s milestone 75th season, as the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals will play host to the 1,000th Funny Car race in NHRA history on April 9-12 on the hallowed grounds in…
For six decades, the NHRA Contingency program has proven that performance at the grassroots level is the most powerful marketing engine in motorsports. Since its inception in 1966, the program has connected racers and manufacturers in a results-…
Brothers Jim and Jon Oberhofer will serve as crew chiefs for Top Fuel drivers Tony Schumacher and Clay Millican as part of Rick Ware Racing in the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.
Brothers Jim and Jon Oberhofer have been involved in drag racing for their entire lives. Since attending races with their father, Dave, the Oberhofer brothers have been nearly inseparable, working with their dad on Top Fuel dragsters before…
Geno Scali, the 2003 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion, has signed an agreement with the Vance & Hines team to ride their Suzuki lease entry for the 2026 season. Scali, who will be sponsored by RMJ Construction, will join a team that includes reigning world champion Richard Gadson and two-time champ Gaige Herrera.
16 Feb 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
Geno Scali, the 2003 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion, has signed an agreement with the Vance & Hines team to ride their Suzuki lease entry for the 2026 season. Scali, who will be sponsored by RMJ Construction, will join a team that…
Pro Stock has evolved from true factory-based roots into some of the most specialized and evenly matched auto-racing machines on the planet. But where did it actually come from? Which cars got us there?
One of the longest-running partnerships in sports marketing history is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 as Mac Tools continues its decades-long Kalitta Motorsports partnership.
One of the longest-running partnerships in sports marketing history is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 as Mac Tools continues its decades-long Kalitta Motorsports partnership. The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season begins…
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