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After a full day of professional qualifying at Norwalk's Summit Motorsports Park, Shawn Langdon, Ron Capps, Greg Anderson, and Gaige Herrera lead their respective pro categories.
Top Fuel points leader Shawn Langdon moved closer to his third No. 1 qualifier in the past four races, taking the provisional No. 1 position on Friday at Summit Motorsports Park as part of this weekend’s 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA…
The National Dragster photo crew was all over Summit Motorsports Park on Friday capturing images from the opening day of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. Here are some of the best.
Jianna Evaristo is turning things around this 2026 season. Not only is she picking up her performance on track, but she’s also focusing on getting back to having fun.
Jianna Evaristo is turning things around this 2026 season. Not only is she picking up her performance on track, but she’s also focusing on getting back to having fun. The California native admits that last season she was in a rut, and one thing she’…
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division is in action this weekend with a doubleheader event at Yellowstone Drag Strip. LATEST UPDATE: Thursday qualifying
The following are Thursday's final qualifying results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Yellowstone Drag Strip:COMPETITION ELIMINATOR1) Cody Lane, Seattle, Wash., '32 Bantam, A/EA, 7.598 seconds…
NHRA members across North America can race to earn a trip to the Summit Racing E.T. World Championship at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and a chance to win part of an impressive $30,000 Hoosier Prize Pool bonus fund across the E.T. Finals and World Championship in Las Vegas.
NHRA officials, alongside representatives from Summit Racing Equipment and Hoosier, have announced a unique opportunity for NHRA members across North America to earn a trip to the Summit Racing E.T. World Championship at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor…
Brian Corradi, co-crew chief on Antron Brown’s Matco Tools Top Fuel dragster, also made his NHRA driving debut this weekend in, of all things, Stock Eliminator.
26 Jun 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
When it comes to nitro crew chiefs, Brian Corradi’s stats compare favorably alongside anyone else in the industry as he’s been a key component in each of Antron Brown’s Top Fuel world titles.Now, Corradi is expanding his resumé to include driver as…
News and notes from the opening day of pro qualifying from the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, the tenth event of the 2026 Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing season, and the year-long 75th anniversary.
PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE Q1Pro Stock Motorcycle took to the starting line six hours ahead of the earlier scheduled time due to the forecasted weather on Friday. However, bikes before lunch added a different twist at Summit Motorsports…
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series hits the halfway mark this weekend with the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio. The event will be the 10th of 20 races this season. Here's everything you need to know in our Friday preview.
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series hits the halfway mark this weekend with the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio. The event will be the 10th of 20 races this season.Heading into the event, Shawn Langdon, Ron Capps,…
Clay Millican has a lot of stops he enjoys on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, and this weekend’s Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals qualifies as one, leaving the Top Fuel veteran equal parts hopeful and excited heading to the halfway point of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season.
Clay Millican has a lot of stops he enjoys on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, including the most recent event in Bristol.This weekend’s fan-favorite 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park also…
Derek Menholt enjoyed a tremendous regular season in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports and takes the points lead into the Road to the Championship playoffs.
Derek Menholt enjoyed a tremendous regular season in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports, winning twice and taking the points lead into the Road to the Championship playoffs.But the five-race postseason…
The revised schedule moves the first round of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying to 11:45 a.m. ET, with the second qualifying session slated to start at 2:15 p.m.
Due to potential inclement weather on Friday evening, NHRA announced an earlier start for Friday qualifying at the 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park to ensure all Professional categories complete both…
If reigning NHRA Rookie of the Year Spencer Hyde had to pick a home track, the Canadian’s first choice would be Summit Motorsports Park, the site of this weekend’s Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
If reigning NHRA Rookie of the Year Spencer Hyde had to pick a home track, the Canadian’s first choice would be Summit Motorsports Park, the site of this weekend’s fan-favorite 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.If Hyde’s tuner and…
Three-time world champion Luke Bogacki was named one of the eight panelists to help select NHRA's Top 50 Sportsman racers and went at it with a racer's brain and a mathematician's savvy.
It was about two months ago that I got the text from Phil Burgess, the editor of National Dragster. In it, he detailed the Top 50 Sportsman Racers project, and he asked if I’d be willing to be a panelist. As I read the text, I was…
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…
Bernstein Partners, led by founder Brandon Bernstein, will join the Team RTR organization as Vice President of Operations for its NHRA Pro Stock program, effective July 1. Team RTR is fronted by Australian driver Shane Tucker.
Bernstein Partners, led by founder Brandon Bernstein, will join the Team RTR organization as Vice President of Operations for its NHRA Pro Stock program, effective July 1. Team RTR is fronted by Australian driver Shane Tucker.In this role, Bernstein…
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will hit the halfway mark this weekend at Summit Motorsports Park with the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, the 10th of 20 events scheduled this season.
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will hit the halfway mark this weekend at Summit Motorsports Park with the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, the 10th of 20 events scheduled this season.This week, the PlayNHRA Favorites include…
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna to break down some of the overarching stories that have been a part of each category leading up to Norwalk.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by the insiders themselves, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna. The guys break down Bristol results, some of the overarching stories that have been a…
As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends collaborated to select the Top 50 Sportsman Racers from NHRA’s first 75 years. Here's the fourth group of 10.
As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends — Dan Fletcher, David Rampy, Peter Biondo, Luke Bogacki, Justin Lamb, Gary Stinnett, Jeff Taylor, and Austin Williams, who have combined for 411 NHRA national…
The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum invites hot rodders, racers, muscle cars, sports cars, and automotive enthusiasts to join us Saturday, June 27, for our next Cars & Coffee to collect school supplies to donate to schools int he Pomona area.
Join Us This Saturday—8:00-10:00 a.m., Talk Cars & Drink CoffeeHot rodding is an American tradition built on innovation, creativity, and the belief that anything can be made better. That spirit is at the heart of the National Hot Rod…
NHRA’s broadcasting team has been honored with six prestigious Telly Awards, including a Gold Telly award for its Chasing Speed documentary.The six overall Telly Awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all screens,…
A year and a half after becoming a mother and just three months after returning to the driver's seat, Leah Pruett proved that she can still deliver with a powerful and uplifting win at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.
When Leah Pruett stepped away from the cockpit after the 2023 season to start a family with husband Tony Stewart, she did so at the height of her powers, just one win light shy of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series world championship.Her…
Pete Kaiser capped off a dominant weekend at the NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion by claiming the Nostalgia Top Fuel title at Beech Bend Raceway, leading a talented group of champions during the annual celebration of drag racing heritage.Kaiser, of…
NHRA wishes a Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. Whether you be a racer, a fan, a sponsor, or any part of our world, we wish you the happiest of days with this special message.
On this Father's Day, the NHRA community pauses to acknowledge and honor the sometimes-unsung heroes who embody the spirit of fatherhood. From the racers gripping the steering wheels to the fans cheering from the grandstands to the sponsors who…
For generations of racers, hot rodders, and fans, Father’s Day weekend has meant one thing: a pilgrimage to historic Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, Ky., for the NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion.The annual celebration of speed, nitro, and…
Jon Bradford and Sean Bellemeur scored wins in the Top Alcohol classes to finish off the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division doubleheader at Summit Motorsports Park's Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser.
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division 20th annual Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTERJon Bradford, Tucson, Ariz., 5.277, 275.39 …
The 1971 Hot Wheels Top Fuelers of Don Prudhomme and Tom McEwen are the only dragsters in the sport’s history whose design was dictated by a toymaker. To say that they were misunderstood, maligned, and mocked is a little like saying that the Hotel California had an unreasonable checkout policy.
19 Jun 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
If there have ever been two more misunderstood front-engine Top Fuelers than the 1971 Hot Wheels rails of Don Prudhomme and Tom McEwen, I don’t know what they are. To say that they were not only misunderstood but also maligned and mocked is a little…
This weekend, as competitors prepare for the 104th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, few fans realize that one of the most successful racers in the mountain's early sports car era was also one of the founding officers of the…
Joe Carnasciale, Matt Lisa, and Kevin Robb doubled up in Comp, Stock, and Top Dragster, respectively, as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division was in action with a doubleheader event at Maryland International Raceway. =
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northeast Division event at Maryland International Raceway:COMPETITION ELIMINATORJoe Carnasciale, Ashaway, R.I., '06 Cavalier, I/SM, 8.889, 150.15…
NHRA Publications has created two handsome books that tell the stories of NHRA's acceleration into motorsports glory and salute the heroes who helped drive the sport forward.
18 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
To help commemorate NHRA's 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026, NHRA Publications has created two handsome books that tell the stories of NHRA's acceleration into motorsports glory and salute the heroes who helped drive the sport forward.NHRA…
A star-studded weekend is back at Summit Motorsports Park on June 25-28 when the biggest names in drag racing celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary at the 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
A star-studded weekend is back at Summit Motorsports Park on June 25-28 when the biggest names in drag racing celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary at the 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.Annually one of the biggest weekends on the…