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Division 5 racers wrap up season at Tri-State Raceway
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series West Central Division is in action this weekend for the season finale at Tri-State Raceway. LATEST UPDATE: Saturday qualifying
The following are Saturday's final qualifying results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, West Central Division event at Tri-State Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
1) Nick Spiegel, Gothenburg, Neb., 5.234 seconds, 271.90…
History made: Bo Butner pulls off U.S. Nationals Super Gas three-peat
Multi-class racer Bo Butner, competing in Super Gas, tapped into Indy magic and became the first driver outside of the alcohol campaigners to win three U.S. Nationals trophies in a row.
The soil at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park is sacred, and whatever emanates from the ground there at Indy has been like pixie dust for select drivers. It took 25 years, but multi-class racer Bo Butner tapped into that Indy magic and became the…
Austin Prock's family opened up to Jordan Vandergriff before Indy
In a rare and memorable moment ahead of the prestigious Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals at Indy, the Prock family—Austin, Thomas, Jimmy, and Tom—took a breather from the intensity of race prep to grab a drink with NHRA on Fox host, and NHRA nitro drag racer Jordan Vandergriff.
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The Prock family, known for their deep roots in NHRA, caught up with Vandergriff in a laid-back setting, sharing stories and laughs ahead of one of the biggest events on the drag racing calendar.
The camaraderie between the Procks and Vandergriff…
How the 1968 Hemi Barracuda Super Stocker changed drag racing
NHRA on FOX’s Brian Lohnes knows drag racing history like few others, and when it comes to pivotal moments in the sport, few vehicles have made an impact like the 1968 Hemi Barracuda.
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Listen in as NHRA on FOX's Brian Lohnes explains how the creation of this iconic car was a game changer for the sport, revolutionizing drag racing with its raw power, unique design, and track-dominating presence.
Introduced as a prototype in 1968…
Remembering Alison Lee, the first First Lady of Top Fuel racing
Before Shirley Muldowney ever turned a tire in Top Fuel and nearly 20 years before Brittany Force was even born, the First Lady of Top Fuel was Alison Lee, whose tuning prowess made her a legend in the sport. We lost Alison Aug. 29 at age 84, but her legacy will long survive her.
Before Shirley Muldowney ever turned a tire in Top Fuel and nearly 20 years before Brittany Force was even born, the First Lady of Top Fuel was Alison Lee, whose tuning prowess on a series of successful Top Fuel dragsters made her a legend in…
Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2024 Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
Austin Prock Indy win continues his family's legacy of Circle City success
Austin Prock’s king-making Funny Car win at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals was the coronation that seemed almost inevitable given his four-generation bloodline and the family’s racing history in Circle City.
Austin Prock’s king-making Funny Car win at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals was the coronation that seemed almost inevitable given his four-generation bloodline and the family’s racing history in Circle City.
His great grandfather, Jimmy Prock —…
Andrew Hines and Jim Oberhofer talk Toyota U.S. Nationals triumphs
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Andrew Hines, crew chief for Indy winner Gaige Herrera in Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Top Fuel-winning crew chief Jim Oberhofer, who tunes Clay Millican's 330-mph missile.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Andrew Hines, crew chief for Indy winner Gaige Herrera in Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Top Fuel-winning crew chief Jim Oberhofer, who tunes Clay Millican's 330-…
NHRA and Mattel Hot Wheels extend their partnership in the fast lane
NHRA and Mattel, Inc. have renewed their licensing agreement to develop collectible die-cast vehicles under the iconic Hot Wheels brand.
NHRA and Mattel, Inc. have renewed their licensing agreement to develop collectible die-cast vehicles under the iconic Hot Wheels brand.
This licensing partnership will continue to expand die-cast versions of classic hot rods, including a 1976…
It all comes down to this: 2024 NHRA Countdown to the Championship set
After an incredible regular season in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, the Countdown to the Championship playoffs is officially here.
After an incredible regular season in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, the Countdown to the Championship playoffs is officially here.
Over the next six races, dreams will be realized, history will be made, and excitement…
Sound on! Ron Capps inside his Funny Car at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
In an unprecedented moment of live NHRA coverage, Ron Capps spoke directly to NHRA on FOX hosts Brian Lohnes and Tony Pedregon from the cockpit of his NAPA-sponsored Toyota Supra Funny Car.
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Just before the final round of the 2024 Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals. This groundbreaking new NHRA on FOX feature gives fans an intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse of a driver's mindset before the biggest race of the season.
As Ron Capps…
Weekend Rewind: 2024 Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
The 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals went into the record book as one of the wildest and most exciting events of the season. Enjoy this video look back at the Big Go.
In Memoriam
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.…
Watch the Division 5 Lucas Oil Series event from Tri-State free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 5 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Tri-State Raceway for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 5 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Tri-State Raceway for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Tri-State are Moser, Speedmaster, Strange, and…
Team Kalitta cars test in wake of tough weekend at Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
After a tough weekend at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, Kalitta Motorsports’ three cars were back at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park the day after the event to test and work on their problems in advance of the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.
Repeat winners Butner, Bellemeur make history at Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
In addition to the exciting Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, event champions were also crowned in nine Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series classes at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, led by Bo Butner’s history-making win in Super Gas.
In addition to the exciting Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, event champions were also crowned in nine Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series classes at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, led by Bo Butner’s history-…
5 things we learned at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
Many lessons were learned as the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals came to a rousing conclusion on Monday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Here are five things we learned from a truly memorable 70th annual edition of the Big Go.
Many lessons were learned as the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, the sport’s biggest and most historic drag race, came to a rousing conclusion on Monday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Here are five things we learned from a truly memorable 70th…
Kevin Skinner wins Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown at U.S. Nationals
On the biggest stage, Kevin Skinner and his Ford Mustang Cobra Jet made the most of his opportunity to win his first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series win at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals.
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On the biggest stage, Kevin Skinner and his Ford Mustang Cobra Jet made the most of his opportunity to win his first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series win at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals. The No. 6 qualifier won five rounds of racing to secure…
Unofficial Mission Foods points standings
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, the 14th race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the last race of the regular season.
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, the 14th race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the final race of the regular season. Drivers who have qualified for the Countdown to…
Prock, Millican, Stanfield and Herrera roll to wins at 70th Toyota U.S. Nationals
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock powered to his first career victory at the U.S. Nationals, defeating back-to-back winner Ron Capps in the final round of the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals on Monday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Clay Millican, Aaron Stanfield, and Gaige Herrera also collected wins at the Big Go.
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock powered to his first career victory at the U.S. Nationals, defeating back-to-back winner Ron Capps in the final round of the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals on Monday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park…
Aaron Stanfield scores historic U.S. Nationals double in Factory X, Pro Stock
Aaron Stanfield becomes the first driver to double-up at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals with wins in Holley EFI Factory X and Pro Stock.
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Few would argue that Aaron Stanfield is one of the most talented and versatile drivers currently racing in NHRA competition and his performance at the 70th U.S. Nationals helped confirm that notion.
Stanfield won his second event of the season in…
Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals Monday photo gallery
The National Dragster photo staff covered all the action at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park on Monday of the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
Monday News & Notes from the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from final eliminations at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Today is not just about crowning champions at the most prestigious drag race in the world, it's also about setting the fields for the Countdown to the Championship that starts in two weeks in Reading, Pa. It's race time!
Top Fuel E1
With…
Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals Monday preview
Victory at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals is one of the most prestigious titles a racer can claim. Emotions are high today as winners will be crowned at the sport's landmark event and Countdown to the Championship fields will be locked into place.
Monday at the U.S. Nationals is the most important day, thus far, of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, and victory at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals is one of the most prestigious titles a racer can claim. Emotions are high as…
Who ya got? NHRA Drag Racing legends pick their U.S. Nationals winners
Prior to the start of eliminations for the 70th Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, online fantasy drag racing bracket game Drag Race Bracket Bonanza asked four drag racing and U.S. Nationals legends to pick their drivers.
To celebrate the 70th Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, online fantasy drag racing bracket game Drag Race Bracket Bonanza asked four drag racing and U.S. Nationals legends to pick their drivers.
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Quartuccio opens Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series playoffs with Indy win
Ken Quartuccio picked up the biggest win in his career in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+, defeating Mike Stavrinos in the final round on Sunday at the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals.
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Ken Quartuccio picked up the biggest win in his career in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+, defeating Mike Stavrinos in the final round on Sunday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park as part of the 70th annual…
Force, Prock, Anderson, and Herrera will lead fields into Monday battle in Indy
Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all qualified No. 1 at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, the 14th of 20 races during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all qualified No. 1 at the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals, the 14th of 20 races during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series…
Paul Lee wins Pep Boys Funny Car All-Star Callout at Toyota U.S. Nationals
Funny Car’s Paul Lee won a specialty race for the first time in his NHRA career on Sunday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, defeating Bob Tasca in the final round of the Pep Boys Funny Car All-Star Callout as part of the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals.
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Funny Car’s Paul Lee won a specialty race for the first time in his NHRA career on Sunday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, defeating Bob Tasca in the final round of the Pep Boys Funny Car All-Star Callout as part of the 70th annual Toyota…
Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals Sunday photo gallery
The National Dragster photo staff covered all the action at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park on Sunday of the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals
New Pro Stock Motorcycle regulations weigh heavily on Vance & Hines team
After a dominant regular season, Vance & Hines riders Gaige Herrera and Richard Gadson are adjusting to new technical regulations.
On the surface, 15 pounds may not seem like a lot of weight, but for a Pro Stock Motorcycle, it’s a heavy load to carry. That’s the dilemma that many NHRA two-wheel teams are currently working with after a recent rules revision added ballast to some…