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Ron Capps partners with Toyota beginning with Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals
Toyota announced today that Ron Capps will begin fielding the Toyota GR Supra Funny Car at this weekend’s 4-Wide Nationals at zMax Dragway in Concord, N.C.
CONCORD, N.C. (April 28, 2022) – Toyota announced today that Ron Capps and his newly formed race team of Ron Capps Motorsports will begin fielding the Toyota GR Supra Funny Car at this weekend’s 4-Wide Nationals at zMax Dragway in…
4/28: It’s 428 day—Celebrate the Ford Cobra Jet Mustang designed to hunt Camaros and ’Cudas
Inspired by Tasca Ford, petitioned for by Hot Rod Magazine readers, and proven by Al Joniec’s win at the 1968 NHRA Winternationals
Hart to race with TechNet at Circle K Four-Wide Nationals and Richmond event
Josh Hart will be racing under the TechNet banner for the first time this season at the Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals as well as at the Richmond national event in mid-May.
Every racer eventually finds a racetrack that for whatever reason they have consistent success throughout their career. This weekend, Josh Hart is hoping zMax Dragway outside of Charlotte, N.C., will become that track for the second-year Top Fuel…
Family brings Vincent Nobile back to the dragstrip in Super Comp in Charlotte
Former Pro Stock superstar Vincent Nobile will return to zMAX Dragway, where he's experienced so much success, but will do it this time in Super Comp, as a member of his new, extended family.
Vincent Nobile surprised everyone when he dipped into Super Comp in a borrowed ride last season, and the driver most known for his prowess in Pro Stock enjoyed it so much that he will be campaigning a Super Comp entry of his own this year. With one…
The Inside Scoop from Houston and a look forward to Charlotte
NHRA on FOX analyst Tony Pedregon and National Dragster Senior Editor Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes for this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast.
NHRA on FOX analyst Tony Pedregon and National Dragster Senior Editor Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes for this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast.
The three talk about all the wild story lines from Houston…
Matt Smith's quest for success with a Monster Race Products-equipped Suzuki
He's won on an EBR, he's won on a Victory, he's won on a Beull—now he's looking to exploit the potential of the Suzuki
Tricky Tipster: Circle K NHRA Four Wide Nationals
Heading to zMax Dragway for the second and final Four Wide racing event of the season, Tricky Tipster, NHRA's longtime wizard of odds, has labeled Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, and Matt Smith as the favorites to win this week's event.
After a stopover in Houston, we’re back in Four Wide mode this weekend for the annual Circle K NHRA Four Wide Nationals at luxurious zMax Dragway. The last time we ran pro cars four-abreast a month ago in Las Vegas, Brittany Force and Ron Capps came…
Nitro Time Machine: Pro Mods go four-wide for the first time at 2017 Charlotte event
The wild and wooly Pro Mod class went four-wide for the first time at the 2017 NHRA Four-Wide Nationals in Charlotte, with a classic final quad that provided the fans with thrills.
NHRA tour heads to zMAX Dragway for thrilling NHRA Four-Wide Nationals
The signature event at zMAX Dragway is also one of the most incredible experiences in motorsports, as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to the “Bellagio of dragstrips” on April 29-May 1 for the thrill ride known as the Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals.
The signature event at zMAX Dragway is also one of the most incredible experiences in motorsports, as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to the “Bellagio of dragstrips” on April 29-May 1 for the thrill ride known as the Circle K …
Funny Cars headed to Firebird Raceway’s 51st Ignitor April 30/May 1
The oldest major event in the Pacific Northwest, the NAPA Auto Parts Ignitor Opener presented by Peterson Chevrolet returns to Firebird Raceway on April 30/May 1.
The oldest major event in the Pacific Northwest, the NAPA Auto Parts Ignitor Opener presented by Peterson Chevrolet returns to Firebird Raceway on April 30/May 1. Firebird’s granddaddy event originated in 1971, a staple in Idaho’s greater Treasure…
Bobby Bode III: The explosion and glove toss seen round the world!
You've seen the passion Bobby Bode III exuded after his Funny Car explosion, you heard the generosity of Tony Stewart who offered to replace the thrown helmet—but watch Bode's reaction when he learns he was beating Matt Hagan early in the run…
The most passionate and important moment of the whole ordeal was arguably captured by NHRA on Fox cameras when Bobby Bode thanked his team and competitors who helped him…
DHDR to support Save Our Allies During 2022 Factory Stock Showdown season
DH Davies Racing and driver David Davies will be supporting Save Our Allies, a nonprofit organization that rescues, serves, and aids Americans and Allies from conflict zones and contested areas around the world, throughout the 2022 Constant Aviation NHRA Factory Stock Showdown season.
DH Davies Racing and driver David Davies will be supporting Save Our Allies, a nonprofit organization that rescues, serves, and aids Americans and Allies from conflict zones and contested areas around the world, throughout the 2022 Constant Aviation…
D-Wagon named presenting sponsor for FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series
D-Wagon, the latest endeavor from Kruckeberg Industries (KI), has been named the presenting sponsor for the 2022 FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series.
D-Wagon, the latest endeavor from Kruckeberg Industries (KI), has been named the presenting sponsor for the 2022 FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series.
After a thrilling opener last month in Gainesville, the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing…
Alexis DeJoria's strength is reinforced by longtime crew chief Del Worsham
Alexis DeJoria knows how to rebound, and after her car's unfortunate run-in with the guardwall in Houston, she will have the opportunity to do that very thing in just a few days at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals in Charlotte.
Alexis DeJoria knows how to rebound, and she will have the opportunity to do that very thing in just a few days at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals in Charlotte. After her car's unfortunate run-in with the guardwall in Houston eliminations this past…
Nitro Time Machine: Robert Hight kicks off winning streak with four-wide victory
In the latest edition of Nitro Time Machine, watch Robert Hight dominate the final quad at the 2014 NHRA Four-Wide Nationals in Charlotte, kicking off a four-race winning streak.
Crew Chief Confidential: David Grubnic reveals a little known fact about record-setting runs
When pushing Top Fuel dragsters to their very limits you may be surprised to learn that crew chiefs can predict the e.t., but the trap speed is something that often surprises them as much as it does fans.
Breaking the beams, cockpit canopies, fuel tanks, and top-end Top Fuel smoke
At every NHRA national event, NHRA announcer Alan Reinhart offers fans the chance to send him an email with technical questions about the race cars, the tracks, and the procedures. As part of a semi-regular feature, we share those questions and answers on NHRA.com.
At every NHRA national event, NHRA announcer Alan Reinhart offers fans the chance to send him an email with technical questions about the race cars, the tracks, and the procedures. As part of a semi-regular feature, we’ll share those questions and…
Before hometown heroics, Erica Enders threw out first pitch at Astros game
Before her huge hometown win at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, Erica Enders had the honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Minute Maid Park for the Houston Astros' game against the Los Angeles Angels.
Tickets on sale now for exciting season-ending Auto Club NHRA Finals, Nov. 10-13
Tickets are now on sale for the Auto Club NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, Nov. 10-13, where fans can witness the crowning of the four NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series champions.
As NHRA drivers continue their 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, they all will be looking towards the Auto Club NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, Nov. 10-13. Tickets for this famed event are now on sale.
The Auto…
Five things we learned in front of a sold-out crowd at the NHRA SpringNationals
Five races into the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, it’s clear that the sport is thriving, with packed grandstands, record-setting runs, and NHRA’s trademark diversity of winners, points that were all reinforced before a sellout crowd at the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston.
Five races into the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season, it’s clear that the sport is thriving, with packed grandstands, record-setting runs, and NHRA’s trademark diversity of winners, points that were all reinforced before a sellout…
Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, Erica Enders, Steve Johnson claim final Houston victories
At the final NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, event champions Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, Erica Enders, and Steve Johnson combined to give the historic facility a proper send-off.
At the final NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park, event champions Brittany Force, Matt Hagan, Erica Enders, and Steve Johnson combined to give the historic facility a proper send-off.
There was more than enough drama to go around at…
NHRA SpringNationals Sunday photo gallery
National Dragster's photographers are at it again, bringing you all the color and excitement of the final NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park.
NHRA SpringNationals Sunday News and Notes
News, notes, quotes, videos, and photos from final eliminations day at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park. (Updated throughout the day)
Before the first pair of Top Fuel dragsters had even done their burnouts, there was a lane swap in pair two as No. 3 qualifier Doug Kalitta elected to move his Mobil 1 dragster from the left lane to the right lane. The move may…
NHRA SpringNationals Sunday preview
Final eliminations are scheduled for today at the NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park and there are a lot of questions that will be answered.
Can Steve Torrence win his first race of the season? Can Ron Capps keep his momentum going? What about rookie Camrie Caruso, can she become NHRA’s next first-time winner? And then there is the Pro Stock Motorcycle class. Can anyone catch runaway…
Torrence, Capps, Caruso, and Stoffer land top qualifying spots in Houston
Steve Torrence grabs the top spot in Top Fuel while Friday leaders Ron Capps, Camrie Caruso, and Karen Stoffer hold on in front of a packed house in Houston.
Fans jammed Houston Raceway Park to capacity on Saturday as qualifying was completed and the fields set for the NHRA SpringNationals. There was plenty of drama and excitement, but also a fair amount of tire smoke in the nitro classes as crew chiefs…
NHRA SpringNationals Saturday Photo Gallery
National Dragster's photographers are at it again, bringing you all the color and excitement of the final NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park.
When it comes to winning in Houston, Matt Hartford just needs a little good luck
Pro Stock racer Matt Hartford has won two of the last four Houston events but can he win the final one? He certainly thinks so.
Since Matt Hartford has won two of the last four NHRA Pro Stock events held in Houston, it would be reasonable to assume that a return trip to the Lone Star State would help cure whatever issues have held him to just a single round win thus far in…
NHRA SpringNationals Saturday preview
If Friday’s lone professional qualifying session taught us anything, it’s that the fields for the final NHRA SprinNationals in Houston will be among the most competitive of the season.
If Friday’s lone professional qualifying session taught us anything, it’s that the fields for the final NHRA SprinNationals in Houston will be among the most competitive of the season. Two more session are on tap today, as well as more qualifying…
Frickes double up with dual wins at Atco Raceway Division 1 event
Jackie Fricke scored in Top Alcohol Dragster and her husband Shawn in Super Street as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division raced to completion at Atco Raceway.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Atco Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Jackie Fricke, Flemington, N.J., 5.331, 275.51 def. Mike Hepp, Levitton…
SpringNationals Friday Photo Gallery
National Dragster's award-winning photographers are at it again. They've captured all the excitement from the opening day of the NHRA SpringNationals in Houston.