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On this bonus Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals Insider, Brian Lohnes dives deep into the world of JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series and interviews rookie sensation Peter Norton, who has been racing for nine months and has…
JEGS has announced a new partnership with the NHRA to provide complimentary Wi-Fi access for all fans, racers, crewmembers, and event personnel beginning with the 2026 Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
JEGS, a leading direct-to-consumer retailer and distributor of high-performance automotive aftermarket, restoration, and racing parts and accessories, today announced a new partnership with the NHRA to provide complimentary Wi-Fi access for all fans…
Kendra Larson ran her record to a perfect 3-0 in national event finals, all of them in Brainerd, when she defeated Bob Fischer in the final of Right Trailers Top Dragster. Larson was perfect at the start and finished the job with a 6.929 against her…
Rich Hill scored in Super Street after Division 5 standout Donnie Durenburger fouled in the final round. Hill cut .00 lights in four of six rounds including a .002 in the final.
Jeff Cheney claimed his fifth national event win when he beat past world champ James Glenn in the Super Comp final, 8.947 to 8.961. The final margin of victory was just .002-second.
For the second time this season, Jamey Picht won a 75th anniversary NHRA Wally after Dirk Olson fouled by .005-second in the Stock final. As a result, Picht is now a Top 10 contender.
The Comp final was a heads-up A/Econo Altered battle between former world champ Cody Lane and Bruce Schmiedl. The win went to Lane, who left first and made the quicker run, 7.348 to 7.351.
Shane Westerfield won his 19th NHRA event and third in Brainerd on a single after opponent Christine Foster had a fire in the semi’s and was unable to make the Top Alcohol Funny Car final.
Anthony Troyer successfully defended his 2025 Brainerd title in Top Alcohol Dragster with a narrow 5.220 to 5.250 win against Melanie Johnson in a battle of Top 10 contenders.
Still need a reason to attend this weekend’s prestigious 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at the famed Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park? Here's about 100 reasons why you can't miss it.
Still need a reason to attend this weekend’s prestigious 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at the famed Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park?How about 45 of them, as in the 45 Top Fuel and Funny Car entries slated for the world’s…
For the fourth-straight year, the NHRA Sportsman Appreciation Dinner will be held ahead of the opening day of qualifying for the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The event will be held between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Top Eliminator Club building at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
For the fourth-straight year, the NHRA Sportsman Appreciation Dinner will be held ahead of the opening day of qualifying for the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The event will be held between 5 p.m. and 7…
Kelly Clontz Racing has announced a new partnership with Crocodile Cloth, which will join the team as an associate partner for the upcoming Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis.
Kelly Clontz Racing has announced a new partnership with Crocodile Cloth, which will join the team as an associate partner for the upcoming Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis.As part of the partnership, a collaborative…
Arana Racing has announced a one-race partnership with TCX Global, a global time-critical logistics company, for the 2026 Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals.
Arana Racing has announced a one-race partnership with TCX Global, a global time-critical logistics company, for the 2026 Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals.TCX Global will join Arana Racing and Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Hector Arana Jr.…
Greg Schenck left first and never looked back in the Comp final in his H/EA ’32 Bantam as he drove to a (-.578) 8.882 for the win over Greg Kamplain, who recorded a (-.501) 6.939 as the NHRA JEGS SPORTSnationals raced to completion at Beech Bend…
NHRA officials have announced that Edinburg Motorsports Park will become the newest member of the NHRA Member Track Network in the South Central Division (Division 4).
NHRA officials are thrilled to announce that Edinburg Motorsports Park (EMP) is the newest member of the NHRA Member Track Network in the South Central Division (Division 4).CEO Albert Rodriguez owns the standout South Texas facility, which…
Michael Farrell, Donna Morris, and Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. led the list of champions as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division was in action at Beech Bend Raceway Park.
The following are Saturday's Alky final qualifying results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at Beech Bend Raceway Park:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER1) Melanie Johnson, Ventura, Calif., 5.276 seconds,…
The world’s biggest drag race will have one of the biggest collections of NHRA legends on hand, as a huge list of the most iconic names in NHRA history will help celebrate the prestigious Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals Sept. 2-7 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
The world’s biggest drag race will have one of the biggest collections of NHRA legends on hand, as a huge list of the most iconic names in NHRA history will help celebrate the prestigious 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at the…
As we get ready for the Big Go, NHRA National Dragster Editor Phil Burgess takes a big go of his own through his notebook to talk about John Wiebe, Don Garlits' new book, the proud tradition of disabled racers, and much more.
28 Aug 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
My recent Random Ramblings and Rumblings column drew a huge response, not just for format but for content, and, like all good originals, there needs to be a sequel, so here…
At the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, Jack Beckman’s Peak Chevrolet SS Funny Car will wear the same iconic black-and-white flame job scheme that carried team owner John Force to his 1996 championship season and Driver of the Year Award honors.
The ultimate definition of NHRA competitive dominance that was John Force’s 1996 championship season was capped off with a special paint scheme at that year’s season finale, and it’s that same iconic black-and-white flame job scheme that Jack…
NHRA has announced the full 20-race schedule for the upcoming 2027 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season that will start and end the season at iconic In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
Following an announcement of a return to a traditional schedule to start the year, NHRA has announced the full 20-race schedule for the upcoming 2027 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.The 2027 campaign – which is NHRA’s 76th season – will…
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA Brainerd Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
With a stacked field of NHRA Funny Car drivers, including five world champions with 11 combined titles, winning the PlayNHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout crown at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals will be no easy task.
Two-time reigning Funny Car world champion Austin Prock is entering this year’s 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals with more to prove than just defending his PlayNHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout title. With a stacked field of NHRA…
On this super-sized, three-guest episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Maddi Gordon, Jordan Vandergriff, and Mario Boesch (aka "The MKD Pit Reporter") join the show to talk all things about Brainerd, the points, Indy, Sportsman drag racing, and more.
On this super-sized, three-guest episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Maddi Gordon, Jordan Vandergriff, and Mario Boesch (aka "The MKD Pit Reporter") join the show to talk all things about Brainerd, the points, Indy, Sportsman…
Matt Hagan and Greg Anderson joined WFO Radio after winning the NHRA Brainerd Nationals.Hagan, who earned his 600th NHRA round win, will talk about his Tony Stewart Nitro team's 3rd victory of the 2026 NHRA Drag Racing season, heading into the…
The Sox & Martin Hemi Challenge will celebrate its 25th anniversary during the upcoming 2026 Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
The Sox & Martin Hemi Challenge will celebrate its 25th anniversary during the upcoming 2026 Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.The Sox & Martin Hemi Challenge has been a tradition, and a fan…
The NHRA Brainerd Nationals is always a treat for racers and spectators, bringing together one of the quickest and fastest dragstrips on the tour with the unparalleled fun and festivities at Brainerd International Raceway's campgrounds.
The California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and featuring Nitro Revival, is set to deliver a full weekend of throwback style drag racing action when the event returns to the legendary Famoso Dragstrip Oct. 23–25.
The California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and featuring Nitro Revival, is set to deliver a full weekend of throwback style drag racing action when the event returns to the legendary Famoso Dragstrip Oct. 23–25.This…