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Top Fuel's Terry McMillen remains determined to return soon for 2021 season

It was out of the ordinary to not see Terry McMillen at last weekend's Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, but the positive news is McMillen isn't giving up in his search for a sponsor that will help him return to the Top Fuel ranks in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series as soon as possible.
16 Mar 2021
Josh Hachat
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Terry McMillen
It was disappointing and out of the ordinary to not see Terry McMillen at last weekend's Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, a race he has long been associated with because of his relationship with Amalie, but the positive news is…
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Pomona event postponed to later date; racing continues in Las Vegas

NHRA officials have announced the postponement of the 61st annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, originally scheduled for April 9-11. A new date for the event is to be determined. 
16 Mar 2021
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Pomona
NHRA officials have announced the postponement of the 61st annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, originally scheduled for April 9-11.  NHRA and track officials will continue…
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NHRA Launch puts motorsports positions at job seeker's fingertips

Thanks to a collaboration between the Vance Family Foundation and the NHRA, there's never been a better opportunity to find a career in motorsports. NHRA Launch - Motorsports Careers is an online portal that facilitates connections between individuals and companies within the motorsports industries for free.
15 Mar 2021
Josh Hachat
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NHRA Launch
Thanks to a collaboration between the Vance Family Foundation and the NHRA, there's never been a better opportunity to find a career in motorsports. The foundation and NHRA worked together to create NHRA…
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Jose Gonzalez sets e.t. world record, gets Gainesville win at season opener

Jose Gonzalez started Sunday by making the quickest run in E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series history and ended his day with a victory, beating Justin Bond in the final round of the opening race of the 2021 season at Gainesville Raceway.
14 Mar 2021
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Jose Gonzalez
Jose Gonzalez started Sunday by making the quickest run in E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series history and ended his day with a victory, beating Justin Bond in the final round of the opening race of the 2021 season at Gainesville Raceway…
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Darrell Gwynn, Paul Lee join to donate a $25,000 wheelchair at Gatornationals

Prior to Sunday’s first round of the Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway, Darrell Gwynn Chapter of The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, NHRA driver Paul Lee, and McLeod Racing and FTI Performance donated a $25,000 custom wheelchair to a Florida man.
14 Mar 2021
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Darrell Gwynn
The Darrell Gwynn Chapter of The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, with NHRA driver Paul Lee and McLeod Racing and FTI Performance, donated a $25,000 custom wheelchair to a Florida man who was paralyzed six years ago in an accident. The donation…
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Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Sunday Preview

Steve Torrence, Ron Capps, Greg Anderson, and Angelle Sampey lead their respective fields into final eliminations at the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Nationals at the historic Gainesville Raceway.
14 Mar 2021
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gators
Four months after the end of the 2020 season, it’s time to hand out some Wally trophies again on the Camping World NHRA Drag Racing tour as final eliminations kick off today at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. After three qualifying…
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Are you ready for Camping World motorhome racing at the Gatornationals?

As a salute to series title sponsor Camping World, NHRA staged a motorhome exhibition race Saturday at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Camping World social media stars Chris Young and Ian Baker squared off.
13 Mar 2021
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Camping World
  As a salute to series title sponsor Camping World, NHRA staged a motorhome exhibition race Saturday at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Camping World social media stars Chris Young and Ian Baker squared off. Baker got a…
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Cory Reed on his new Suzuki Pro Stock Motorcycle program: “I expect us to win races this year, 100-percent.”

Pro Stock Motorcycle teammates Cory Reed and Joey Gladstone made the switch to Suzuki this season and they could not be more thrilled with their early returns.
13 Mar 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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reed
A straight line might be the shortest distance between two points but oftentimes, it’s far more rewarding to take the scenic route. After a long and arduous struggle to gain a competitive foothold in the tough Pro Stock Motorcycle class, teammates…
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Jasmine Salinas walks away from Top Alcohol Dragster qualifying blowover

During the third round of Top Alcohol Dragster qualifying at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla., driver Jasmine Salinas’s dragster stood up and blew over before coming to a stop. She exited the car under her own power.
13 Mar 2021
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Jasmine Salinas
During the third round of Top Alcohol Dragster qualifying at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla., driver Jasmine Salinas’s dragster stood up and blew over before coming to a stop.  She exited the car under her own…
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Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Saturday Preview

Anticipation turned to relief yesterday when the 2021 Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series officially kicked off with the first day of professional qualifying for the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
13 Mar 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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gators
Anticipation turned to relief yesterday when the 2021 Camping World NHRA Drag Racing Series officially kicked off with the first day of professional qualifying for the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. A year after the global COVID-19 pandemic…
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PPG continues Tasca Racing sponsorship in 2021 NHRA season

PPG will continue its sponsorship of Tasca Racing team throughout the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season. PPG will serve as Tasca Racing’s primary sponsor for two key races and is also Tasca Racing’s secondary sponsor for all other races this season.
12 Mar 2021
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Bob Tasca III
PPG will continue its sponsorship of Tasca Racing team throughout the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season.  Led by Bob Tasca III, team president and driver, Tasca Racing will run the full schedule and the team’s PPG Ford…
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Back-to-back E3 Pro Mod champ Stevie Jackson looks for first win in Gainesville

It’s been a spectacular run the last two seasons for Stevie “Fast” Jackson, as the fan-favorite driver has picked up back-to-back world titles in the highly competitive E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service.
11 Mar 2021
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Steve Jackson
It’s been a spectacular run the last two seasons for Stevie “Fast” Jackson, as the fan-favorite driver has picked up back-to-back world titles in the highly competitive E3 Spark Plugs NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service.…
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Stringer Performance, Parts Plus will ride again with Clay Millican in 2021

Stringer Performance has taken back the reins of the Clay Millican Top Fuel race team and also will continue to build on an already strong marketing alliance with Funny Car driver Paul Lee and Street Outlaws/No Prep Kings star Jeff Lutz.
11 Mar 2021
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Clay Millican
Stringer Performance has taken back the reins of the Clay Millican Top Fuel race team in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series. Stringer Performance also will continue to build on an already strong marketing alliance, Nitro Funny Car driver Paul…
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Paul Richards Racing renews partnership with Guaranteed Rate

Guaranteed Rate, one of America’s top-five retail mortgage lenders, has renewed its partnership with Paul Richards Racing to sponsor Dave Richards’ Ford Mustang Funny Car at multiple races during the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season.
11 Mar 2021
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Paul Richards Racing
Guaranteed Rate, one of America’s top-five retail mortgage lenders, has renewed its partnership with Paul Richards Racing to sponsor Dave Richards’ Ford Mustang Funny Car. The sponsorship will cover multiple races during the 2021 NHRA Camping…
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Erica Enders, Matt Smith ready to start their title defenses in Gainesville

2020 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series champions Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Matt Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) will begin their title defenses this weekend at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
11 Mar 2021
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Erica Enders
Erica Enders made more history a year ago by becoming the first female in NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series history to win four world titles. It was the second straight Pro Stock championship for Enders, who now has a goal to try and win three…
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NHRA Camping World series nitro stars eager to start 2021 season in Gainesville

The 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series kicks off with this weekend’s 52nd annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at historic Gainesville Raceway, and NHRA's Top Fuel and Funny Cars are eager to burn some rubber.  
11 Mar 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Gainesville
Steve Torrence’s first win in Gainesville came a year ago and helped him to his third straight NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series world title. With the race back in its traditional spot, the Top Fuel star will look to start his 2021 season…
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NHRA Funny Car pioneer, header manufacturer Doug Thorley - 1928-2021

Drag racing Hall of Fame driver Doug Thorley, the first NHRA U.S. Nationals Funny Car champion and an aftermarket giant known for his line of exhaust headers, died March 10 of natural causes. He was 92.
10 Mar 2021
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Doug Thorley
Doug Thorley, the first NHRA U.S. Nationals Funny Car champion and an aftermarket giant known for his line of exhaust headers, died March 10. He passed away peacefully at his home in New Harmony, Utah, due to causes incidental to advanced…
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Josh Hart and Cruz Pedregon lead day one of open testing in Gainesville

The 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season kicked off unofficially at Gainesville Raceway with the first of two days of testing for competitors in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Pro Stock Motorcycle, Pro Mod, Top Fuel Harley, and Factory Stock Showdown.
09 Mar 2021
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News, Race coverage
test1
The 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season kicked off unofficially at Gainesville Raceway with the first of two days of testing for competitors in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Pro Stock Motorcycle, Pro Mod, Top Fuel Harley, and…
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Justin Ashley to debut GuardLab Top Fuel dragster at NHRA Gatornationals

Top Fuel driver Justin Ashley, the 2020 NHRA Rookie of the Year, will be debuting a new co-primary sponsor, GuardLab, alongside Strutmasters.com for the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
09 Mar 2021
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GuardLab
Top Fuel driver Justin Ashley will be debuting a new co-primary sponsor alongside Strutmasters.com for the 52nd annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, March 12-14. GuardLab, a sports technology company that uses 3D technology and 3D printing…
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PRI announces new initiatives, return of in-person trade show in 2021

A return to Indianapolis for the annual PRI Trade Show, an all-new membership drive launching next week, and a 2.0 version of the renowned PRI Road Tour are all part of Performance Racing Industry’s plans for an unprecedented year.
08 Mar 2021
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PRI
A return to Indianapolis for the annual PRI Trade Show, an all-new membership drive launching next week, and a 2.0 version of the renowned PRI Road Tour are all part of Performance Racing Industry’s plans for an unprecedented year. With its…
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Tune in to NHRA.tv and NHRA on FOX for complete Gatornationals coverage

NHRA fans can catch all of the action from the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, beginning with a free livestream of testing Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv followed by NHRA of FOX coverage culminating with a live Sunday broadcast on the national FOX Broadcast Network.
08 Mar 2021
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Gatornationals
NHRA fans can catch all of the action from the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, beginning with a free livestream of testing Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv followed by comprehensive coverage…
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Sea Foam names four-driver NHRA racing team for 2021 season

The 2021 Sea Foam Racing team will consist of four talented drivers who compete in drag racing events across the country. Chris Bishop, Jim Davis, Danielle Davis, and Russ Ginger all hail from Minnesota and strive for success at multiple events throughout the season.
08 Mar 2021
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Sea Foam
The 2021 Sea Foam Racing team will consist of four talented drivers who compete in drag racing events across the country. Chris Bishop, Jim Davis, Danielle Davis, and Russ Ginger all hail from Minnesota and strive for success at multiple events…
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Tickets on sale now for Texas NHRA FallNationals at Texas Motorplex

Tickets for the 36th annual NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 6-10 at Texas Motorplex, are now on sale to the general public. The fourth of six Countdown to the Championship playoff events, the FallNationals, is where title hopes are on the line and championship aspirations become a reality.
08 Mar 2021
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Dallas
Tickets for the 36th annual NHRA FallNationals, Oct. 6-10 at Texas Motorplex, are now on sale to the general public. The fourth of six Countdown to the Championship playoff events, the FallNationals, is where title hopes are on the line and…
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Laris doubles, Nataas, Bellemeur also take wins at Gainesville 'Baby Gators' event

Ross Laris doubled in Super Comp and Top Dragster while Julie Nataas and Sean Bellemeur captured Top Alcohol wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division contested the Baby Gators event at Gainesville Raceway.
05 Mar 2021
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Division 2
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division Sixth annual Baby Gators: TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER Julie Nataas, Santa Monica, Calif., 5.237, 276.18  def. Duane Shields…
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Scrappers Racing returns in three classes after 15-month hiatus

Scrappers Racing will start the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with a three-team lineup at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, competing in Top Fuel, Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Top Alcohol Dragster.
05 Mar 2021
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Mike Salinas
Scrappers Racing will start the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with a three-team lineup at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Mike Salinas will return to the seat of the Top Fuel dragster, Jasmine Salinas will step into a brand…
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Where past meets present: New National Dragster salutes 70 years of NHRA history

The latest issue of NHRA National Dragster is online for NHRA Members and in the mail to members around the world, incorporating the annual Fan Guide along with key features including interviews with John Force and Cruz Pedregon and a look at potential first-time winners in 2021.
05 Mar 2021
NHRA National Dragster staff
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National Dragster
Read the issue The latest issue of NHRA National Dragster…
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Dodge//SRT named title sponsor of Denver, Indianapolis events; Mopar Express Lane to sponsor Reading race

NHRA officials announced Mopar and Dodge//SRT as the title rights sponsors of the Dodge//SRT Mile-High NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil, the prestigious Dodge//SRT NHRA U.S. Nationals, and the Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil.
05 Mar 2021
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Dodge
NHRA officials announced Mopar and Dodge//SRT as the title rights sponsors of the Dodge//SRT Mile-High NHRA Nationals presented by Pennzoil at Bandimere Speedway in Denver, the prestigious Dodge//SRT NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway at…
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Kalitta Motorsports to host A Kid Again families at select 2021 NHRA races

During the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Kalitta Motorsports will be partnering with A Kid Again, a nonprofit organization fostering hope, happiness, and healing for children facing life-threatening conditions and their families. 
04 Mar 2021
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A Kid Again
  During the 2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, Kalitta Motorsports will be partnering with A Kid Again, a nonprofit organization fostering hope, happiness, and healing for children facing life-threatening conditions and…
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SiriusXM to make NHRA debut on Antron Brown’s Matco Tools dragster

SiriusXM has joined Antron Brown and the Don Schumacher Racing Matco Tools Toyota Top Fuel dragster team as an associate partner on the championship-winning machine. 
04 Mar 2021
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Antron Brown
SiriusXM has joined Antron Brown and the Don Schumacher Racing Matco Tools Toyota Top Fuel dragster team as an associate partner on the championship-winning machine.  SiriusXM has been involved in the motorsports industry via the NASCAR Cup…
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Don Garlits joins WFO Radio podcast to discuss hall of fame inductees

Drag racing icon Don Garlits joins Joe Castello on the WFO Radio podcast to discuss the 2021 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductees. Garlits tells stories and gives his thoughts on each inductee.
03 Mar 2021
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Don Garlits
  Drag racing icon Don Garlits joins Joe Castello on the WFO Radio podcast to discuss the 2021 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame inductees. Garlits tells stories and gives his thoughts on each inductee. For more NHRA interviews…
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