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Champions crowned at JDRL Western Conference Finals in Tulsa

Eight first-time individual champions and host track Osage Tulsa Raceway Park claimed top honors during final eliminations at the 2021 NHRA Jr. Drag Racing Western Conference Finals, one of two national events in the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League.
25 Jun 2021
Candida Benson, Jr. Dragster Contributor
News
Camden Teel Jr. Dragster
Camden Teel (age 6-9), Emma Elliott (10), Tyler Wied (11), Kayden Salter (12), Cole Foster (13), Jada Sexton (14), William Craft (15), and Braiden Chesleigh (16-17) outlasted the field in their respective age groups to claim top honors at the NHRA…
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Final Friday qualifying results from the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals

Final qualifying results from Friday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals for Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle.
25 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Aaron Stanfeild
Final qualifying results from Friday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. TOP FUEL 1 Steve Torrence 3.705 324.83 2 Brittany Force 3.722 323.74 3 Billy Torrence 3.724…
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Steve Torrence, Ron Capps, Aaron Stanfield, Andrew Hines lead Friday qualifiers

The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returned to Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, with Steve Torrence, Ron Capps, Aaron Stanfield, and Andrew Hines leading their respective fields at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
25 Jun 2021
Josh Hachat
Race coverage
Norwalk Friday
The rain came, but this time the race track won. While rain wiped out an afternoon of action on Friday at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, it didn’t end the day and when the stars in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series got the chance…
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Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Kelly Clontz walks away from Norwalk top-end tumble

During the first round of Pro Stock Motorcycle qualifying at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio, rider Kelly Clontz fell off her motorcycle. She stood up under her own power and was seen by the on-site medical team.
25 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Kelly Clontz
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Justin Ashley after a big result in first Top Fuel appearance in Norwalk

The unprecedented 2020 season means plenty of new experiences in 2021 for Ashley, including racing for the first time at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park this weekend.
25 Jun 2021
Josh Hachat
Feature
Ashley Norwalk
Justin Ashley’s first full season was a stellar one in 2020, culminating in the young Top Fuel standout winning NHRA Rookie of the Year honors. But the abbreviated and unprecedented season also meant plenty of new experiences remained for this…
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Meet the racer behind Constant Aviation’s sponsorship of the Factory Stock Showdown

In an age where activation is the force multiplier of marketing partnerships, David H. Davies is not only sponsoring the Factory Stock Showdown class—he’s also campaigning its newest car.
25 Jun 2021
David Kennedy
News
David H. Davies Constant Aviation NHRA Drag Pak
Check writing. It's one of the fundamentals of racing and business. Competitors and company owners spend money every single day, but it’s essential for them to spend money in the areas that will net the greatest return. When each dollar spent…
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Red-hot John Force looks to keep rolling, put on a show in Norwalk

John Force Racing doesn’t look as though as it missed most of the 2020 season and the organization, led by iconic Funny Car driver John Force, will now look to put on a show at a track starved for NHRA action.
25 Jun 2021
Josh Hachat
Feature
Force Norwalk
John Force Racing doesn’t look as though as it missed most of the 2020 season and the organization, led by iconic Funny Car driver John Force, will now look to put on a show at a track starved for NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series action, Summit…
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Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Friday preview

An exquisite racing facility, first-class treatment, and yes, $1 ice cream, awaits everyone at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to northern Ohio for the first time since 2019.
25 Jun 2021
Josh Hachat
Race coverage
Norwalk Friday
An exquisite racing facility, first-class treatment, and yes, $1 ice cream, awaits everyone at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park this weekend as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to northern Ohio for the first time since 2019…
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It's an NHRA Insider McAttack: McIntire and McKenna talk nitro and Norwalk

Guests Mike McIntire Jr. and National Dragster Senior Editor Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes on the NHRA Insider podcast this week to talk all things on the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk this weekend. 
25 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
NHRA Insider podcast
NHRA Insider
  Guests Mike McIntire Jr. and National Dragster Senior Editor Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes on the NHRA Insider podcast this week to talk all things on the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk this…
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See it for yourself! Ford’s Cobra Jet 1400 to run at Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals

Ford’s all-electric Cobra Jet 1400 Mustang will make its 2021 debut at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk.
24 Jun 2021
David Kennedy
Feature
See it for yourself! Ford’s Cobra Jet 1400 to run at Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
It's shocking how few people know this, but Henry Ford's best friend was Thomas Edison. In fact, before any of Ford's automotive businesses began, guess who Ford worked for? Yup, Thomas Edison.  So lest anyone think Ford's interest in electric…
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Nitro Time Machine: Pat Dakin makes first final in 20 years in Norwalk

At the 2019 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk, Pat Dakin did something he hadn't done in more than two decades; make it to a Top Fuel final. Relieve the dramatic final rounds in the latest edition of Nitro Time Machine.
24 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Nitro Time Machine
Pat Dakin
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Pro Mod title challenger Brandon Snider looks to grab first Norwalk win

While he just missed out on a championship in the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series a year ago, Brandon Snider enjoyed every part of the experience of competing for his first NHRA Pro Mod world title.
24 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Feature
Brandon Snider
While he just missed out on a championship in the E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series a year ago, Brandon Snider enjoyed every part of the experience of competing for his first NHRA Pro Mod world title. The veteran believes it’s made him…
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Points leader Bob Tasca III focused on Norwalk repeat, long-term success

As the current Funny Car points leader, Bob Tasca III is prepared for the long haul this season but wouldn’t mind picking up a few more marquee wins.
24 Jun 2021
Josh Hachat
Feature
Bob Tasca III
As the current Funny Car points leader, Bob Tasca III is prepared for the long haul this season. The goal is to be ready and have the car at its best when the Countdown to the Championship begins, but along the way, Tasca wouldn’t mind picking up a…
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Racing extravaganza in new National Dragster, plus features, tech, and more!

The new issue of NHRA National Dragster magazine is online and in the mail for NHRA Members. Featuring complete coverage from Houston and Epping, the issue is packed with racing coverage, features, and tech.
24 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
NHRA National Dragster
Click here to read the issue The new issue of NHRA National…
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Nitro Time Machine: Eddie Krawiec hits the beach in Norwalk (twice), then wins

At the 2016 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, a faulty brake rotor caused Pro Stock Motorcycle's Eddie Krawiec to make two trips to the sand trap on a weekend in which he ultimately would win the event. Let's take a closer look in our latest episode of Nitro Time Machine.
24 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Nitro Time Machine
Eddie Krawiec
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Testing continues in Indy as teams prepare for this weekend's Norwalk event

Testing continued Tuesday at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis with Antron Brown, Andrew Hines and Eddie Krawiec, Jianna and Jasmine Salinas, and Melanie Johnson among those taking part.
23 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Indy test
 
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Top Dragster winner Nick Meloni

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
In 2019, Nick Meloni was a runner-up at the New England Nationals, and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he didn’t get a chance to race in Epping last season, but he quickly made amends for that by winning his first national event in Top Dragster…
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Super Street winner John Harper

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
There was a first-time winner in Super Street after John Harper turned on the win light in the final round against Raymond Knight. Harper, in his ’55 Chevy Bel Air, won the close double-breakout final, 10.896 to 10.894, against Knight’s ’93 Mustang…
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Stock winner John Gray

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
The New England Nationals Stock final was worth the price of admission as John Gray took on John Shaul in a heads-up, no-breakout battle between AA/SA entries. Gray’s ’69 Camaro was quickest with a 9.667 to cover the 9.776 of Shaul’s vintage…
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Super Stock winner Joe Santangelo II

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Joe Santangelo II, has enjoyed a lot of success in his career but nowhere has he been more successful than his home track, New England Dragway. For the fourth time in the last seven years, the Connecticut-based Santangelo has earned an Epping…
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Tricky Tipster: Who wants ice cream?

NHRA's resident oddsmaker, Tricky Tipster, has given the nod to Steve Torrence, Bob Tasca III, Greg Anderson, Matt Smith, and Justin Bond as the pre-race favorites for this week's Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
Tricky Tipster®
Justin Bond
There’s a lot to like about Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, including the neatly manicured grounds, the enthusiastic fan base, and, of course, the ice cream that’s available for just $1 per pound. Moreover, each of the champions crowned at…
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Nitro Time Machine: Side-by-side Pro Mod explosions at the 2014 Norwalk race

When it comes to excitement, Pro Mod cars rarely disappoint and that was certainly the case at the 2014 Summit Racing Equipment Nationals where Jim Laurita and Dan Stephenson had side-by-side nitrous explosions.
23 Jun 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Nitro Time Machine
Jim Laurita Pro Mod
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Super Gas winner John Labbous Jr.

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Iggie Boicesco made it to the final for the 15th time in his career, but a 10th victory proved elusive after John Labbous Jr. prevailed in the final round of Super Gas. Labbous, the 2017 world champion, won for the eighth time in his career…
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Super Comp winner Amanda Boicesco

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Amanda Boicesco won her first national event in Reading in 2016 and is the reigning Division 1 Super Comp champion. She returned for a second win in Epping by driving her dragster past Fetch in the final, 8.943 to an 8.897 breakout. Early in…
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TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals Sportsman Highlights

The Boicesco family had a weekend they won’t soon forget at the TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals presented by Bandero Premium Tequila after Amanda Boicesco earned the Super Comp title and her father, Iggie, was a runner-up in Super Gas.
23 Jun 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Amanda Boicesco
The Boicesco family had a weekend they won’t soon forget at the TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals presented by Bandero Premium Tequila after Amanda Boicesco earned the Super Comp title and her father, Iggie, was a runner-up in Super Gas.…
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Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals Top Sportsman winner Darian Boesch

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
A year after winning the championship in Top Sportsman presented by Vortech Superchargers, Darian Boesch is off to another hot start with two wins in three final rounds. Boesch won the Division 4 Lucas Oil Series opener in Belle Rose and…
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Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals Top Dragster winner Ross Laris

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Ross Laris kicked off his 2021 season with a win at the “Baby Gators” Division 2 Lucas Oil Series event in Gainesville, and he’s now seized control of the points lead in Top Dragster presented by Vortech Superchargers following a final-round win…
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Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals Comp winner Chase Williams

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
A week before heading to Houston, Chase Williams earned a quarterfinal and a semifinal finish during the Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader in Dallas. That was just a quick preview of what was to come as Williams claimed…
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Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals Top Alcohol Funny Car winner Doug Gordon

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Doug Gordon’s title defense in Top Alcohol Funny Car is off to a solid start after he drove his Beta Motorcycles entry past Nick Januik in the final round to win for the second time in four final rounds. Gordon was the quickest qualifier in…
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Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals Top Alcohol Dragster winner Rachel Meyer

23 Jun 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Rachel Meyer, a winner in Gainesville and Charlotte and a runner-up at the season-opening regional event in Belle Rose, La., continued her strong start to the season by beating Shawn Cowie in the Top Alcohol Dragster final round. Meyer set…
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