Drag Racing
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Old Audi A4 Diesel is killing the planet a quarter of a mile at a time
No matter what it looks like, you know things are about to get serious anytime an old car hits the start line for a quick quarter-mile ... -
Ronald Johnston obituary (1940 – 2021) – Floral City, FL
Ronald “Butch” Jackson Johnston, Sr. of Floral City passed away at Citrus Memorial Hospital on September 10, 2021, at the age of 81.He was born to ... -
State Health Commissioner resigns, officials say drag racing event may continue
State Health Commissioner Dr Howard Zucker tendered his resignation on Thursday. (Credit: Office of the Governor) The Daily Update is a podcast briefing on what’s happening ... -
Dodge Challenger Hellcat vs. Tesla Model 3 Drag Race proves V8 is still king
Concerned that internal combustion engines die slowly? Well you should be, but it’s a whole different topic that would span many paragraphs. As we said before, ... -
Hyundai’s young Texan makes TCR history
While Shirley Muldowney was a trailblazer in winning several NHRA Top Fuel Drag Track Championships in the 1970s and 1980s (a tradition more recently confirmed in ... -
Obituary: Jerri-Ann Tims – CentralMaine.com
Jerri-Ann Tims MANCHESTER – Jerri-Ann Tims, 65, of Manchester, was suddenly called home to be with God and his angels on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at ... -
ACU Drag Racing Championship final this weekend
High-end gasoline bike. Repeating and reigning champion Steve Woollatt won the last round and has a slim points lead in this event, ahead of Al Smith ... -
Philadelphia residents say drag racing is becoming a major problem in the city – CBS Philly
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Some neighbors who live in bustling downtown areas say drag racing is getting out of hand. Along Delaware Avenue, some call this a ... -
Police reports reveal more information on fatal Tucson street racing crash
TUCSON (KVOA) – The News 4 Tucson investigators learn more about a fatal crash at Golf Links Rd. And Sarnoff on April 27, witnesses said the ... -
Drag racing rally turns violent
By Wakisha Bailey Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA CREAM (KYW) – A drag racing rally on the Temple University campus in north Philadelphia ... -
Can the Ford Mustang EcoBoost stand up to a Nissan Skyline GT-R R32?
Its V8-powered siblings, especially the menacing Shelby GT500, may be more suited for a day on the drag strip, but despite having a smaller, quieter engine, ... -
992 Porsche 911 GT3 vs. 992 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Drag Race is incredibly loud
Revealed last December, the 2021 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup shares its base powertrain with the road 992 in GT3 gear. The biggest difference from the production ... -
World Superbike Catalunya, Spain – Superpole Race Results
Jonathan Rea wins a Catalunya WorldSBK Superpole race affected by Toprak Razgatlioglu’s red flag. World Superbike Catalunya, Spain – Superpole Race Results Pos Rider Nat Team ... -
Some NHRA drivers disagree with Billy Torrence’s “Loser Appreciation Program” label
NHRA Top Fuel rider Billy Torrence is the third ranked rider in his class. After failing to run a full program in 2019, the NHRA created ... -
Torrence aims for sixth consecutive victory over ZMax | Sports
CHARLOTTE, NC – Even if he hadn’t left Maple Grove Raceway with the point lead after the countdown opened last week, Kilgore’s Steve Torrence and his ... -
Greg Anderson looks for Pro Stock history at DeWalt NHRA Carolina Nationals
After tying an incredible mark in Pro Stock less than a week ago, Greg Anderson will now have the chance to make history at this weekend’s ... -
HOT ROD Drag Week Brings Midwestern Income and Communities to Byron
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – “Oh, that’s really important,†said Harry Erickson, a racing fan. “I took a day off. I wouldn’t miss it. Erickson, a native ... -
Carwow’s Citroen Ami Drag Races Matt Watson on an electric bike among other things …
Maybe that’s part of the appeal for those who aren’t necessarily passionate about drag racing but still like to see two cars go head to head ... -
Old Chevrolet LUV truck is unlikely dragster, tears apart on drag track
Do you remember the Chevrolet LUV? It was a light pickup truck offered in North America by GM from 1972 to 1981, when the Chevrolet S-10 ... -
Cruz Pedregon Rises to No. 1 in Qualifying in Six Years
Cruz Pedregon led the Funny Car field in Saturday qualifying at Maple Grove Raceway. (Photo NHRA) MOHNTON, Pa – For the first time in more than ... -
Nissan GT-R finds unlikely rival in Chevrolet C10 Classic pickup
For a rather basic workaholic, the Chevrolet C10 has a large fan base. Some owners modified theirs for demonstration purposes, while others, like the person whose ... -
Rain wipes out last day of qualifying at Dodge // SRT NHRA US Nationals
Heavy rain showers on Saturday wiped out the final two qualifying sessions for the 67th Annual Dodge // SRT NHRA US Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway ... -
Ram truck launches 1,500 horsepower Cummins diesel, burns out all four wheels
Pickup trucks might not be as fast as full-fledged dragsters on a quarter or 1/8 mile, but they’re just as exciting to watch. To me, it’s ... -
Kentucky student gets the chance to work with a drag racing team
PADUCAH, Ky. Many can dream of being a racing car driver. Only a few pursue these dreams and are fortunate enough to work with a professional ... -
Mercury Muscle Cars through the years
Ford’s middle child has an interesting history with the world of hot rods. When Mercury was created in 1938 by Edsel Ford, it was ostensibly to ... -
Mayor Duggan appoints James White as Detroit police chief
James White Appointed Detroit Police Chief By Mayor Duggan, Needs City Council Approval Acting Detroit Police Chief James White will likely be named Detroit’s next full-time ... -
S. Torrence, Hagan scores wins at Brainerd
Steve Torrence has now won on every track of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series circuit, finally solving the Brainerd International Raceway on Sunday and ... -
Drag racing is coming back to LI: ‘Race Track, Not Street’ event draws large crowds to Calverton
More than 1,000 spectators watched the streetcars hurtle down an unused track at Enterprise Park in Calverton during the inaugural weekend of the “Race Track, Not ... -
This is what the coolest muscle cars of the 70s look like with wide body kits
For decades, the United States has pumped high-powered straight-line machines to pretty much win drag races and NASCAR. Many dream of harnessing horses under the long ... -
2022 Chevrolet Copo 572 powered by Chevrolet’s biggest V8
Chevrolet returns to drag strip with update COPO Camaro for 2022, and it will be powered by a big block engine. The last muscle car bear ... -
Pressure cookers and frying pans: NHRA Insider podcast with Justin Ashley, JR Todd
Justin Ashley and JR Todd join NHRA’s Brian Lohnes in this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast. They talk about their personal experiences during what was ... -
Tips for installing your harness with Impact Racing
According to NHRA rules, when you’re running faster than 11.50 in the 1/4 mile or 7.35 in the 1/8 mile, it’s time an SFI-certified restraint system ... -
Jerry Summers: Drag Racing in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama
In addition to stock car racing, the Chattanooga area has been a hotspot for the popular sport of drag racing. At the height of this type ... -
Alberni Valley Drag Racing Charity Cruise scheduled for August 6 – Vancouver Island Free Daily
The Alberni Valley Drag Racing Association is moving forward with the Thunder in the Valley charity cruise this Friday August 6th. The cruise was held in ... -
Steve Huff: faster than cancer | SWX now
The Tri-City Water Follies offers more than just the H-1 Unlimited Tour. In the E-350 5 liter class, E-98 “The Flood Guys” pilot Steve Huff has ... -
Clark County Fair: Entertainment and Show Program
5:00 p.m. Sea lion show 7:00 p.m. Sea lion show 8 p.m. Dean Simms Band – Big Tent 9:00 p.m. Sea lion show To exploreFree of ... -
National Hot Rod Association: Sonoma in the middle of the NHRA Western Swing | Sports
The NHRA Sonoma Nationals weekend begins with the ever popular and spectacular Friday night qualifying, starting with Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycles at 6:30 p.m. ... -
Garbage Truck Drag Races two more trucks, it’s almost hilarious
I don’t know about you, but whenever I hear about truck races I tend to think of Stadium Supertrucks! This is a format you can never ... -
Gunfight at illegal drag race in Akron kills one, injures teenager
AKRON, Ohio – A man has died and a 17-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting Sunday night after large crowds gathered in an ... -
Attention Tesla, these used electric vehicles are full of zest: Drag Race Fun
What happens when you race two old used electric vehicles? How do they compare to the acceleration of the latest high-performance electric cars, such as the ... -
The 2021 Polaris RZR Trail goes where most side-by-sides can’t
Five years ago I spent a few days from Mexico drive a Can-Am Maverick X3 X RS side-by-side. This jumble of names translates to “Baja factory ... -
Champions crowned in JDRL Eastern Conference final in Bristol
Camden Teel wiped out the events of the 2021 Conference Finals when he outlasted the field in the 6-9 age group in the NHRA Jr. Drag ... -
Tesla Model 3 thinks it can beat Dodge Challenger Hellcat, Oh Boy, that’s wrong
With all the Tesla Model S Plaid drag racing videos, you’d imagine people weren’t exactly excited to field other Teslas against a muscle car like the ... -
30-year-old man arrested in shooting of 6 people outside Detroit banquet hall
A suspected man in a car shooting who left one dead and five others injured at an unlicensed Detroit banquet hall has been arrested at a ... -
Island County Sheriff’s Office: Fireworks shake houses, hit cars | New
A two-car accident occurred on Mountain View and Elger Bay Road. A white Mazda parked in Iverson Beach had a broken window and a stolen purse. ... -
2022 VW Golf R Drag Races Tuned Golf 7.5 R, the gap is confusing
Don’t get too excited; it’s not a 2022 Golf R from the US market, as Volkswagen has barely started showing people the new GTI. But all ... -
Community members mobilize amid lingering chaos in Uptown
On Thursday, the Minneapolis Police Department said it would be setting up additional patrols in the Uptown area, effective immediately, and is ready to call for ... -
1,380 horsepower Chevrolet Caprice on 24-inch Drag Races Big-Block Impala wheels, crushes it
In factory finishes, these Golden Bowtie machines had different ways of using the full-size formula, the eras in which they were built were a big contributor ... -
800HP Chevy Nova Ten Feet Drag Race Takes Over 1 Minute, Always Entertaining
Well, this one is definitely different, to say the least, as it involves some serious drag racing construction and a track that’s about ten feet long. ... -
John Gorrie’s Supercharged 1970 Camaro No Time
Timeless racing is the purest form of drag racing – you line up against someone else, execute what you brought in, and hope you brought in ... -
Ferrari F12berlinetta Drag Races Porsche 911 Turbo S, takes a serious hit
Ferrari ditched the F12berlinetta in 2017, replacing it with the 812 Superfast, but it remains one of the fastest and most exciting grand touring cars. But ... -
Paul Walker enjoyed going to drag races long before he starred in “The Fast and the Furious”
Paul Walker became an international icon after starring in The Fast and the Furious, and what started as a single movie about illegal street racing exploded ... -
Sports shorts: results of drag races and shooting clubs
The Jamestown Drag Racing Association (JDRA) held their annual drag races on June 26-27 at the Jamestown Regional Airport. The event brought together 158 cars on ... -
NOTICE | EDITORIAL NWA: Thursday Thumbs
It’s Thursday and another chance to throw a few thumbs up or down on some of the news developments in our neck of the woods and ... -
Celebrate NHRA Drag Racing’s return to SoCal in a Pomona Party Suite!
NHRA fans attending the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com will have the opportunity to enjoy the historic event from the comfort of a Quarter ... -
Two people killed by MPD officer on leave in high-speed crash
An MPD officer on leave reportedly did a drag race in Walnut Grove before crashing into the victims. MEMPHIS, Tennessee – While the Memphis Police Department ... -
Bugatti Chiron VS. Red Bull Racing on the drag track
Photo: Joe portlock (Getty Images) Hypercars and F1 cars are both multi-million dollar machines designed for speed, but neither are exactly designed for drag racing. But ... -
1965 Chevrolet Malibu SS is an unrestored vintage dragster, needs TLC
While there is no solid evidence for the car’s racing career, it looks like a full-fledged dragster of the time. The massive bulge on the bonnet, ... -
Champions crowned at JDRL Western Conference Finals
Camden Teel (6-9 years), Emma Elliott (10), Tyler Wied (11), Kayden Salter (12), Cole Foster (13), Jada Sexton (14), William Craft (15) and Braiden Chesleigh (16 ... -
Tasca and Troy Coughlin Jr. say electric vehicles could bring a new level of excitement to NHRA
The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing series is committing to an EV class in its Summit ET series for 2022. While racer Troy Coughlin Jr. enjoys ... -
Chevy Nova SS Drag Races Fox Body Mustang, is surprised by submission
Built between 1967 and 1972, the Nova reached its peak during those years, with the Golden Bowtie leaving behind the Chevy II economy car brand and ... -
Dodge Charger Hellcat Redeye Drag Races Ram TRX, Mammoth Gap is big
The differences between the two are immediately apparent. The TRX is an all-terrain truck with gigantic tires, and it doesn’t seem like the ideal setup for ... -
Pink 1,200-horsepower Nissan GT-R races 862-horsepower Subaru STI drag race, Travis loses daughter
Travis has faced serious opponents in the past five episodes, including a 1,300-HP Nissan Altima, a twin-turbo Chevrolet Corvette, a 1,000-horsepower Mazda RX-7, a 1,080-horsepower Jeep ... -
Audi TT RS R8 and 911 Turbo S drag racing in a duel of 3,400 horsepower
Tired of stock cars participating in drag races? Well the latest carwow drag race is for you as it brings together three cars each modified to ... -
Tesla Model S Plaid Drag Races Dodge Challenger – It Begins
To be fair, that wouldn’t make a whole lot of sense, as we know there’s nothing that can hope to keep pace with the quarter-mile, and ... -
West Virginia Interstate Fair and Exposition returns Tuesday after pandemic year | News, Sports, Jobs
MINERAL WELLS – After being canceled in 2020, the 48th Annual West Virginia Interstate Fair and Exhibition will return Tuesday through Saturday at the Butcher Bend ... -
2018 Camaro SS Drag Races 2019 Mustang Shelby GT350, the destruction is over
Yes, it also offers lower levels of performance on almost every measurable front, but ask anyone who cares about driving which they would take on a ... -
The Sports Report: Like father, like daughter
It’s no coincidence that Amanda Boicesco’s dragster wears the No.11, which means she’s the reigning NHRA Division 1 Super Comp champion. In the COVID-shortened 2020 season, ... -
Force dominates TascaParts.com NHRA New England Nationals presented by Bandero Premium Tequila
In a thrilling team-mating final, the legendary John Force defeated Robert Hight in Funny Car at New England Dragway, claiming his 153rd career victory on Sunday ... -
Southeast Super Trucks to hit Kingsport on Saturday | Sports
Kingsport Speedway will have races on Saturday instead of Friday this week with the return of the Southeast Super Trucks series. Trucks are the main division ... -
Whipped Mustang Kills Some Fox Bodies on Strip, Takes Roush Mustang Last
Both Mustangs are legitimate 10 second cars. When you live your life a quarter mile at a time, every fraction of a second counts because it ... -
850hp Mercedes-AMG GT tears up 592hp BMW M3, fights with 911 and 720S
When it comes to drag racing, the problem with the Mercedes-AMG GT is that it was never designed to touch the shoulders of flagship supercars at ... -
Longmont knows of numerous reports of illegal street racing as law enforcement struggles to catch runners
While lying in bed at night in his home on Terra Rosa Avenue, Bob D’Alessandro can hear the low rumble of car engines slowing down to ... -
Bracket races give everyone a chance to compete | Sports
There is room for everyone and almost all types of cars. That’s the beauty of bracket racing. From specially designed dragsters and pumped up muscle cars ... -
Hyundai Creta vs Mahindra Scorpio in a drag race [Video]
Hyundai Creta is currently one of the most popular mid-size SUVs on the market. The all new generation of SUVs arrived in India last year and ... -
Bandimere Speedway, Colorado State Patrol is reshaping the community, one race at a time
Courtesy of Bandimere Speedway (Facebook) The “Take It to the Track” event aims to provide pilots with a controlled drag racing environment. Through a partnership with ... -
Jet cars showcased Saturday at Yellowstone Drag Strip | Sports
Curt White will compete in his jet car at the Yellowstone Drag Strip on Saturday. Chuck Haynes will compete in his jet car at the Yellowstone ... -
AUTOMOTIVE RACING: NASCAR bound for Texas; The IndyCar heads for Detroit
Kyle Larson stands on top of his car after winning a NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday June 6, 2021 at Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, Calif. ... -
Engines ready to roar at the Saskatchewan International Raceway
They will very soon be consolidated into one location just outside of Saskatoon. Saskatchewan International Raceway is set to return with a slightly reduced schedule. However, ... -
Turbo Big Block Oldsmobile Cutlass drags blown Chevy Camaro SS for surprise loss
It’s probably one of the biggest quarter-mile events of this first half of 2021, not only because of all of the above, but also because we’ve ... -
The two main weather readings you need for drag racing
Acquiring weather data makes you a faster and more consistent drag racer as it allows you to make fine tuning adjustments based on current conditions… but ... -
Gio Scelzi walks the distance in Knoxville
Gio Scelzi in the victory lane on Saturday at Knoxville Raceway. (Photo of Paul’s Arch) KNOXVILLE, Iowa – Gio Scelzi led end to end for his ... -
Events around the lakes
Submissions should be made at least one week prior to the event date, in writing, to [email protected] or [email protected] Each submission should include the following: the ... -
Vintage Drag Racing Action from March 2021 in Bakersfield, CA
Giant photo gallery of Gasser, Nitro Fuel Altereds, Top Fuel Dragsters, Funny Cars, and more. For nostalgic drag racers and fans of vintage drag racing, the ... -
‘Drag Race’ star Widow Von’Du claims self-defense, racism
“RuPaulof The “drag racing” star was arrested on suspicion of hitting a romantic partner and pretending to be defending herself, and she informed the police upon ... -
Funny Car Chaos: Great Drag Race Comes to Kearney Raceway Park | State and regional news
Video courtesy of Funny Car Chaos. High-powered, nitromethane-burning fun cars are the main attraction of the two-day event, which will feature more than 150 racing cars, ... -
Speeding in Maryland, more road fatalities in 2020
Despite a lower volume of traffic and a decrease in crashes during the pandemic, speeding and other reckless driving behaviors have increased. ROCKVILLE, Maryland – Law ... -
New Ford Mustang Edge Rides Wheel Bars During Fine Line 3.97 Lesson
With plenty of hot eight-kilometer action, the PDRA DeCerbo Construction American Doorslammer Challenge presented by Callies was a big hit during the 2021 drag racing season ... -
Travis Pastrana’s new drag racing series has a jump, of course
Travis Pastrana’s Subaru WRX STI, to Gymkhana specifications, is an overwhelming force of nature. With 862 horsepower and all the wings you can imagine, he’s a ... -
Two Extreme E races, two wins for Kristoffersson / Taylor de Rosberg
Rosberg X Racing teammates Johan Kristoffersson and Molly Taylor reigned supreme once again in the second round of the Extreme E at Lac Rose, Dakar, Senegal ... -
Are NHRA drag races suffering from too many rules and too much technology?
After watching five hours of NHRA drag racing from Houston this weekend, I came to the conclusion that the NHRA, the recognized stewards of the sport ... -
World of Wonder founders prioritize ‘drag racing’ passion and scripted shots – TBI Vision
As Drag race preparing for sashay on spanish screens, World of Wonder founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato explain to TBI associate editor Mark Layton what ... -
Fight against drag races
A trio of state lawmakers are pushing a pair of bills to crack down on drag racing and the noisy exhaust pipes of bloated cars and ... -
Pharris among top qualifiers in Norwalk PDRA trials
Daniel Pharris dominated PDRA Pro Boost qualifying on Thursday at Summit Motorsports Park (Photo by Roger Richards) NORWALK, Ohio – Small tire racing star Daniel Pharris ... -
Traxxas unveils RC Chevy Drag Slash Truck and yes, it pulls Wheelies
Once upon a time, radio controlled cars were relegated to two kinds. You had off-road stuff like trucks and strollers to jump everything in sight, and ... -
2000+ HP Twin-Turbo Viper Huffs, Puffs, Takes Control of the Drag Strip with 7.23s Run
Dunphy recently brought his 2000+ horsepower Viper to a Street Car Takeover event in Atlanta, Georgia, and initially had a hard time trying to get his ... -
KCMO City Council Erects Roadblocks Against Reckless Drag Racing On City Streets | KCUR 89.3
Reckless drag races, burnouts and other dangerous driving stunts have frustrated Kansas City police, residents and motorists, especially during the pandemic, and also spawned shootings and ... -
Duggan introduces ‘Detroit Future Fund’ to distribute $ 400 million in emergency funds
Detroit – Detroit will use some of the money from the coronavirus relief fund to tackle intergenerational poverty and overall as “a chance to right a ... -
9.8 liter 800 HP Chevrolet Nova is a drag racing car washed up on the street
Nowadays we are told that a car should be as predictable as possible, that it should only do what it is told and not have any ... -
18-year-old borrows his father’s 3,200 HP Viper, sets quarter-mile world record
Considering how quickly things are moving in the world of drag racing world records, it seems almost impossible to talk about the world’s fastest Viper retaining ...
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