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COVERAGE: Edmund Hall's Baby Promod Shootout Invades Montgomery Motorsports Park

Edmund Hall’s Baby Promod event invaded Montgomery Motorsports Park this past weekend, celebrating 12 Years for the event that forever changed Heads Up Racing in the South.

“Buy Back” Billy, Ashe, and Pruitt among Super 7 Series Season Opener Winners: Event Photos

The first thing that comes to mind when you think about the Super 7 Series Season opener at Montgomery Motorsports Park three weeks ago is “wow.” With over 200 cars on the property, this event marked the largest race for the series.

ADRL Releases Its 2011 Competition Licensing Policy
by Agent DC on February 22, 2011

O’FALLON, MO (February 21, 2010) – The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) has announced its 2011 Competition Licensing Policy, which goes into effect for the first race of the 2011 ADRL Tour. The season starts on March 25-26 at Royal Purple Raceway in Baytown, Texas with CarSafe Dragpalooza VII presented by LenMar Motorsports.

Safety Sentry Motorsports teams up with Greg Stanfield and Angie Smith

Safety Sentry Inc. “The Trailer Towing Device” teams with Stanfield/Yonke Racing and Coffman Tank Trucks for 2011 NHRA Full Throttle Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle Championship Run! Team Safety Sentry Motorsports has teamed up with 2010 NHRA Full Throttle Pro Stock Series Runner Up, Greg Stanfield to contest the Championship Series in 2011.

Lamb Kicks Off 2011 Season with Double Victory

by Luke Bogacki on February 14, 2011

Henderson, NV: Justin Lamb began his 2011 season in style last weekend with a double victory at the NHRA Division 7 National Open at his home track, The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. There, Lamb drove his familiar Race Tech Dragster to the event victory in Super Pro, and won the Stock/Super Stock combo in his maiden appearance behind the wheel of Rodger Comstock’s Mail Terminal Services Cobra Jet Mustang.

NHRA History: A Snake is born
by NHRA on February 2, 2011

1965, A SNAKE IS BORN: In February 1965, NHRA Legend Don “The Snake” Prudhomme won his first of 49 NHRA National event titles at the NHRA Winternationals in the Top Fuel category. Amazingly, the entire event was run in a single day, due to inclement weather.

Of the 12 wins he has at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, Pro Stock legend Bob Glidden has won the season-opening Kragen O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals seven times – the most of any driver in NHRA history.

Nitro Jam Season Opener at Palm Beach Results

JUPITER, Fla. (January 28, 2011) – Just about the farthest point you can get from the sunny beaches of West Palm Beach, Fla. in the continental United States is the great state of Washington on the Pacific coast. Approaching nearly 4,000 miles from the southern tip of Florida to the capitol city of Seattle, the differences between the two locations are great and the distance even greater.

ADRL Adds Ford Safety Truck and Staff For 2011 Season
by ADRL on February 2, 2011

The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is excited to announce the development of a new track safety program that includes a fully-customized, state-of-the-art safety truck, a full contingent of emergency equipment and the addition of two new safety technicians for the 2011 season. Working closely with Ford, The Official Vehicle of the ADRL, the world’s top eighth-mile drag racing league will innovatively utilize a new Ford F-150 two-wheel drive extended cab with a short bed

RJ Race Cars, Quarter-Max Named Major Sponsor For 2011 ADRL

by Agent DC on February 2, 2011

The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is pleased to announce RJ Race Cars and Quarter-Max Chassis & Racing Components as a new major sponsor for the 2011 season. With nearly 25 years in the drag racing business, RJ Race Cars is widely-regarded as one of the top complete chassis fabrication shops and parts manufacturers in the business.

Performance by Fisher Announces New Weld Racing Dragster Front
by Agent DC on January 31, 2011

Up until now the ever popular black anodized finish drag wheels, first introduced by the innovators at Weld Racing, were only available in the AlumaStar, Magnum and the more recently released V-Series lines.

Seeing a need to expand the black anodized finish offering to the other wheel lines, and wanting something a little different for one of their own team cars, Kathy Fisher of Performance by Fisher submitted a suggestion to the design team at Weld Racing.

Bob Elliott to be Inducted into Hall of Fame

February 1, 2011 | Wingham, ON - Bob Elliott is one of Canada’s most recognized drag racing personalities having competed and won at the highest levels of the sport for many years. He will be honoured for his accomplishments when he is inducted into the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame, along with seven other inductees, April 23, 2011 at a gala ceremony in Toronto, Ontario.

60 Greatest Moments in NHRA's 60-year History
by NHRA on February 1, 2011

From a simple signature on March 13, 1951 by NHRA founder Wally Parks to a far more complicated, championship-clinching comeback by John Force on Nov. 14, 2010, NHRA has seen its share of Great Moments in its first 59 years.

And as the world’s largest motorsports sanctioning body prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2011, NHRA officials have narrowed the many hundreds of memorable moments to a list of “60 Greatest Moments.” The complete list, which can be found at the bottom of this release, is officially being unveiled for the first time today.

DragCoverage Congratulates 2010 Champions
by TJ Pruitt on January 27, 2011

DragCoverage.com would like to congratulate local (Southeast) 2010 Champions. If you were a track or class champion, email us today and get recognized on the fastest growing drag racing website. Email all class champions to teejay@dragcoverage.com

Kentucky racers dominate at Hangover Nationals
by TJ Pruitt on January 21, 2011

The annual Hangover Nationals at Montgomery Motorsports Park is in the bag and the state of Kentucky was the spotlight of the event. On Saturday, Barbersville, KY racer Steve Foley defeated Teddy Barlow, Bowling Green, KY, in the finals to take home the Super Pro victory. Jake Bonner and Jeff Brown were the semi-finalist. In footbrake, Steve Clanton (near lane), Fort Payne, AL defeated Penningrass, GA racer Ryan Johnson in the finals.

Ashley Pregnant, Neff Back In Seat
by NHRA on January 27, 2011

In the most dramatic development in a day of announcements at John Force Racing Inc., Ashley Force Hood, the two-time reigning Mac Tools U.S. Nationals presented by Lucas Oil champion and one of the brightest young stars on the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series tour, revealed that this year she is giving up one family car for another.

After she was introduced as the new president of John Force Entertainment, a JFR subsidiary that will develop TV, film, and book projects from new video production facilities at the Yorba Linda, Calif., compound, Force Hood announced that she and husband Dan are expecting their first child in August.

Mike Janis’ New ADRL Ride Coming out of Andy McCoy Race Cars
by Mike Janis Racing Inc.on January 27, 2011

Mooresville, NC – Mike Janis, who competed on the ADRL tour in 2009, taking two wins, will return to ADRL Competition in 2011 at the wheel of an Andy McCoy Race Cars 1970 Plymouth Duster. The AMRC Duster will be propelled by the newly designed Alan Johnson Performance Engineering 5300 Hemi. “Our association with AJPE has afforded us the opportunity to partner with several new people and companies.

Johnny Gray moves over to Funny Car and DSR
by Agent DC on January 27, 2011

With only six weeks remaining until the first engines start up at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, the off-season shuffle appropriately named, “the silly season” continues as former Pro Stock driver and team owner Johnny Gray announced that he, along with sponsor TBC Retail Group, would be joining Don Schumacher Racing and would be fielding the Service Central Racing Dodge Charger Funny Car for the 2011 season.

Holzhauer to team up with Speir for 2011 Midwest Series
by DragCoverage.com on January 27, 2011

One of the fastest tuners in Outlaw 330 racing , Jim Speir, will tune the Whaley powered Halfscale dragster of Brendan and Brad Holzhauer in 2011. The team, along with Jim and his son Will Speir, completed 4 test sessions this winter, between Montgomery and Valdosta, and are ready for the Midwest Jr. Super Series 330 Outlaw Class.

New TMRC Promod for Mike Knowles - '68 Camaro
by Agent DC on January 25, 2011

Grand Junction, CO–The 2011 NHRA Get Screened America Pro Modified season will bring changes for everyone involved, but none will look better than Mike Knowles’ new Tim McAmis Race Cars built ‘68 Camaro. Earlier in 2010 Knowles commissioned TMRC to build him one of their new V4 ’68 Camaros. Once the build was well on its way Knowles then contacted motorsports artist Justin Spencer

Kurt Busch earns NHRA Pro Stock license and ready for Gainesville
by NHRA on January 24, 2011

SEAT TIME: Pro Stock Driver Allen Johnson on his testing session this holiday season with NASCAR driver-turned NHRA Drag racer Kurt Busch: “This testing has been real good for Kurt, providing him a chance to earn his NHRA Pro Stock license and get some seat time in an NHRA Pro Stock car at full power. He’s completed all his

Lucas Oil Products Acquires Naming Rights to Historic Indianapolis
by NHRA on January 24, 2011

Lucas Oil Products has acquired the naming rights to the NHRA-owned and operated multi-purpose auto racing facility located just west of Indianapolis. The multi-year track entitlement agreement gives Lucas Oil Products naming rights to the legendary facility,

Million Dollar Race To Be Held At Montgomery Motorsports Park In 2011

The 16th Annual Million Dollar Race Weekend has officially been scheduled for 2011. It will be held October 19th thru 23rd at the Montgomery MotorSports Park in Montgomery, Alabama. This year's car count is projected to be at 300+ with a combined pay-out forecasted to exceed the $600,000.00 mark over the four day racing schedule.

Tigerflow and K&N to back Phillips for 3rd Season

NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series standout Tommy Phillips and his Philco Motorsports team are proud to announce the continued support of major marketing partners Tigerflow and K&N Engineering for the upcoming season. 2011 will mark the third year of Phillips' .

Feature: Art Peterson's Super Clean 1969 GTO SS
by Agent DC on December 23, 2010

Big Fan of GTO's? Well check out this 1969 GTO that Art Peterson's competes in SS/JA Class in NHRA. Peterson, Rialto, CA, was highly pleased when this hotrod was selected as Best Appearing at the NHRA Las Vegas Nationals back in October. I had a chance to shoot a few pics of Peterson's bad to the bone ride in the winner's circle

Chad & Cory Hedgecock Represent Eagle Racing Engines with Phenomenal Season

Knoxville, TN

The Eagle Racing Engines backed father and son racing team of Chad and Cory Hedgecock are no strangers to success. Chad is a former IHRA World Champion, having won the Top ET Summit Super Series championship in 2007.

MOROSO plans 2 Million in Memphis Motorsports Park Improvements
by Agent DC on December 19, 2010

Closing for the $2.06 million dollar auction purchase of Memphis Motorsports Park is scheduled to take place within 30 days. The sale of the Memphis racetrack to Moroso Investment Partners

19 Year Old Buddy Perkinson makes jump to NHRA Prostock
by NHRA on December 21, 2010

Buddy Perkinson has been named the new driver for Jim Cunningham Motorsports in 2011. Perkinson, 19, of Prince George, Va., will usher in the new year as one of NHRA’s newest professional drivers as he makes the jump from Comp eliminator to the ranks of Pro Stock piloting the team's Jerry Haas-built Ford Mustang. “Cunningham Motorsports welcomes Buddy Perkinson

RPM TECH ARTICLE: Altronics - the Air that I Breathe
by RPM Magazine on December 20, 2010

RPM Magazine will now be publishing their “Products & Innovations” and all technical articles online in an easy-to-use “E-Magazine” format. The project will be labelled “RPM E-Tech”. This program will not only be a benefit to RPM print readers (allowing them access to printed Tech pieces all published in one place), but it is a huge bonus for RPM advertisers as their ads will now

JEGS to partner with Kalitta Motorsports in 2011
by Kalitta Motorsports on December 20, 2010

JEGS Mail Order, a world-renowned high-performance auto parts powerhouse, and Kalitta Motorsports, one of the most successful Top Fuel and Funny Car teams in the history of professional drag racing, as an associate sponsor for the team in the 2011 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.

VIDEO: Fast and Finchum
by TJ Pruitt on December 19, 2010

I ran across this video from a link posted on DRR. In the video titled “Fast and Finchum” Rodney Finchum gives you a taste of bracket racing in episode one of his driving school. This is a MUST SEE Video – quite funny.

Rickie Jones to debut 1969 Camaro in 2011
by Agent Dc on December 15, 2010

After racing twice in the Extreme Pro Stock division in 2010, former NHRA Pro Stock driver Rickie Jones will debut a new 1969 Pro Nitrous Camaro built by RJ Race Cars for the 2011 season in the American Drag Racing League (ADRL).Jones and his father, Rick, had hinted about committing to the 2011 ADRL

HOT ROD Magazine Power Tour Heads to Montgomery Motorsports Park in 2011
by Agent DC on December 18, 2010

Montgomery Motorsports Park is excited about the 2011 HOT ROD Magazine Power Tour which is coming to the track on Monday June 6, 2011. This is an exceptional event that you do not want to miss. Early registration ends Wednesday, May 25, 2011.

Joe Lubeck, Florida investor, bids $1.9 Million for Memphis Motorsports Park
by Agent DC on December 16, 2010

Memphis Motorsports Park is officially SOLD. The 340+ acre racing facility that includes a drag strip, oval track, and road course took a little over 5 minutes to sell during the auction Tuesday Morning. Joe Lubeck had the highest bid, offering $1.875 million dollars for the property. Dover Motorsports Inc. originially had the facility listed for 6 million dollars.

Davis Dominates Snowbirds to Double -Up at End of Season
SUWANEE, GA (Dec. 14, 2010)

The year could not have ended any better for Ronnie “The King” Davis. The Suwanee, Georgia-based golf cart dealer won the last two races he entered in 2010, each time starting from the number-one qualifying position and each time in a different Tommy Mauney-built ’63 Corvette.

Over Kill Motorsports Partners with DragCoverage
by Agent DC on December 12, 2010

Over Kill Motorsports is proud to announce that they have partnered up with www.dragcoverage.com to be become the primary sponsor of one of the fastest growing motorsports websites that brings the racing world up-to-date coverage of racing events.

Jon Kaase Racing Engines On Board As ADRL Sponsor For 2011 Season
ORLANDO, FL. (December 12, 2010)

Already the producer of engines for some of the top drivers in the highly-competitive Extreme Pro Stock (XPS) class, the American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is pleased to announce that Jon Kaase Racing Engines will be a sponsor for the first time starting in 2011.

JR Todd set to Debut Pro Extreme '57 Chevy
by Agent DC on December 10, 2010

It's official, JR Todd has moved to Promod. The NHRA Top Fuel star will be debuting a Garret Race Cars '57 Chevy for Round 1 of the Arabian Drag Racing League in Quatar. This is one fine ride!

PHOTOS: Brand New Racing Surface at Holiday Raceway, Woodstock, AL
by Agent DC on December 10, 2010

Holiday Raceway, aka "The Beach," has been open since 1968. Starting out with open class heads up drag racing, they now run three bracket classes paying 8 places in Pro-Bracket, Foot-Brake, and two places in Jr. Dragster. Holiday Raceway will have an all concrete racing surface in 2011. "A lot has changed over the years and the cars

Bogacki’s Season Ends with a Pair of Division Titles, 2nd place National Finish
by Agetnt DC on December 10, 2010

Carterville, IL: Professional bracket racer Luke Bogacki enjoyed another phenomenal season in 2010. Bogacki, who has earned a reputation as one of the top competitors in big dollar bracket competition over the past decade, directed his focus to the NHRA Lucas Oil

Vegas Phenom Lamb Enjoys Another Successful Season
by Luke Bogacki on December 10, 2010

Henderson, NV: 23-year-old UNLV student Justin Lamb closed out another successful season of NHRA competition in 2010. Lamb, who has proven his versatility at a young age with victories in Competition Eliminator, Top Dragster, Super Stock, Super Comp, and Super Gas along the NHRA trail in addition to various big dollar bracket events, added to his impressive resume with a strong 2010 campaign. In April, Lamb earned the Super

Cummings Team Wraps Up Extremely Successful Season

by Luke Bogacki on December 10, 2010

Hammond, LA: When a team has a history as rich as the Moser Engineering backed Cummings Motorsports team, it’s hard to say that achievements amassed in one particular season make that year the teams best ever. With that in mind, one could make a strong

Silly Season Begins! Massey Joins DSR for 2011 Season
by NHRA News Nuggets on December 10,2010

Just three weeks after the season-ending Auto Club NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, the moving and shifting within the teams of the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing series has begun, as Don Schumacher Racing announced that Top Fuel pilot Spencer Massey will drive the Prestone/Fram dragster

"Team Frantic" Ford Funny Car Announces 2011 Team
by Al Liebmann on November 21, 2010

We are extremely pleased to release the following information pertaining to our return to professional drag racing in 2011. Through numerous discussions and well thought out planning, Team Frantic Ford has charted a course of attack that will afford us the opportunity

Troy Williams Jr. crowned the 2010 PBIR 5-Day Bracket Champion
by T.J. Pruitt

The 2010 5-Day Bracket Championship came to end on Saturday, which took place at Palm Beach International Raceway. The results have been declared. It was Troy Williams Jr. who was crowned the 2010 5-Day Champion. Other event winners included Jon Siegel, Cory Hedgecok, Carl Drake Jr., Steve Sisko, Dave Connolly, Gary Williams, and JP Hickmon

ADRL Co-Founder Kenny Nowling Steps down as President and CEO

O’FALLON, MO (November 18, 2010) – The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) and its ownership group, Al-Anabi Companies, announced today that ADRL Co-Founder Kenny Nowling will step down as President and CEO effective immediately to take an expanded role in the company’s international development.

Bradenton 5-Day Winter Series Coverage and Winner Circle Photos
by T.J. Pruitt on November 15, 2010

DragCoverage.com and Overkill Motorsports will be covering the Phantom 5-Day Winter Series here at Bradenton Motorsports Park. The first day has been completed with Johnny Laboose Jr. taking the $10,000 win over George Rupert. 147 Entries made first round on day 1. Tindle Enterprises' racer T.J. Pruitt will also be updating a blog of the event. The blog is being updated often.

Coil resigns from John Force Racing but eyes possible 2012 return to racing
by Phil Burgess, National DRAGSTER Editor

Two days after winning a record 15th NHRA Funny Car world championship with John Force, Hall of Fame crew chief Austin Coil has resigned from John Force Racing and plans to take at least a year off before returning to tuning race cars.

"I've decided to take some time with my wife, which I haven’t for the last 26 years, and then I suspect at some point, I'll be hanging out my shingle to go racing again because I feel great, and I'm having a good time every day," said Coil, who also won championships with driver Frank Hawley (1982-83).

CP Has Banner Year At Home In
Bracket Racing
by DragCoverage.com on November 15, 2010

Cody Pollage better known as “CP” to the racing world had a banner year this year. The bracket racer from Plaquemine, LA mostly runs at No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, LA and State Capitol Raceway in nearby Baton Rouge, LA. Pollage, pilot of the Grand Cherokee went to 11 finals this year, winning five of them, and came close to clinching his first track championship but

Jeg Coughlin Jr. will not return to Pro Stock in 2011
by Agent DC on November 16, 2010

Five-time world champion drag racer Jeg Coughlin Jr. has announced he will not return to Pro Stock in 2011. One of the most prolific drivers in NHRA history, Coughlin is planning a less hectic schedule of Sportsman events in a variety of race cars in 2011, forgoing the time demands of the 22-race professional circuit. "We took most of 2006 off just to kind of have a break from it all," the 40-year-old Coughlin said. "We did a lot of high-dollar bracket races

2009 IHRA Division 2 Champion Closes Out Season with 4th Straight Final Round Appearance
by Agent DC on November 14, 2010

The Spradlin Motorsports team entered the last race of their season, the NHRA LODRS Division 2 event in Reynolds, GA, on a hot streak. In the previous three races they had made it to the finals, recording one win. “Our goal was to continue our momentum from the previous races and get our new born baby girl, Summer, into the winner’s

Mickey Ferro’s Mission ‘Vegas’ Accomplished
by Agent DC on November 13, 2010

Mickey Ferro and his RYCO Hydraulic Alcohol Funny Car Team are experiencing a storybook finale to the 2010 drag racing season. His team took home their fifth Wally in a row this past weekend at the Shortline Express sponsored Lucas Oil Pacific Division 7 drag race in Las Vegas. At the end of qualifying on Saturday, Ferro’s team sat in the 5th position which paired them in first round

Morrell Becomes First Female Champion In ADRL History With PXM Victory
by Agent DC on November 13, 2010

Kim Morrell wouldn’t chalk it up to fate or destiny, but she knew her moment to shine was coming. After months of tremendous improvement and coming oh-so-close to her first American Drag Racing League (ADRL) event win, the fastest female on two wheels enjoyed her moment on the ADRL’s biggest stage.

Michael Beard named 2010 IHRA Sportsman Driver of the Year
by Agent DC on November 13, 2010

Sometimes, when it’s your year, it is just your year. As simple an explanation as that may seem to describe what many would consider to be a career year, it is the only way to describe the exploits of veteran racer Michael Beard this past season. With two national event victories, a championship in Division 2 on the Summit Pro-Am Tour, a third place finish in the Tournament of Champions

Bradenton 5-Day Winter Series Coverage and Winner Circle Photos
Results and winner circle photos from the 25th Annual 5-Day Winter Series at Bradenton Motorsports Park have now been uploaded on DragCoverage.com. T.J. Pruitt also has a blog that was updated often during the event.

IHRA Bracket Finals at Montgomery Motorsports Park
Eight tracks invaded Montgomery Motorsports Park for the IHRA Division II team finals. Those tracks include the 2009 Division II Champions – Alabama International Dragway, Chilton County Dragway, I-40 Dragway, Middle Tennessee Dragway, Mountain Park Dragway, Montgomery Motorsports Park, Mobile Dragway, Bluegrass Dragway, and London Dragway.

Bogacki Looks To Extend Hot Streak At NHRA LODRS Events
NHRA Lucas Oil championship contender Luke Bogacki has been making noise outside of the NHRA tour in the last month. Bogacki, who is chasing NHRA Lucas Oil Series points for the first time in a career that includes a myriad of big dollar bracket victories and championships, has enjoyed a great deal of success along the big dollar bracket tour of late.

Mike Henry R/U at Governor's Cup; Post Best Career Speed - 198 MPH
by D&M Racing Team on October 4, 2010

Mike Henry's D&M Racing team headed into the 41st Annual Governor's Cup looking to win after taking home a Quick 8 win at PINKS ALL OUT. Again, it would be up to his driving ability and team work if the were going to get the job done. Nitrous tuner Pat Watson was on hand consulting with the tune-ups and working with 14yr old crew chief Mike Henry III to get the car down the track. The team posted a best mph of 198.9 at 7.21 as they attempted to get after it on the front half of the track.

Doug Winters wins at Bristol Super Chevy Show
by Doug Winters on October 4, 2010

Doug Winters and the Winters Racing Team won Saturday night’s Pro Mod event at Bristol Dragway during the Super Chevy Show. This just adds to the success that Doug has had at this track over his many years racing. His first national event win came at this track in 1996 when he won the Top Sportsman class at the IHRA Spring Nationals in his ’55 Hooters Chevy.

Blake Johnson Crowned Alabama International Track Champion
Birmingham, AL racer Blake Johnson captured his first track championship in the IHRA Summit Super Series at Alabama International Dragway on Saturday. Johnson, who also led the season points, won the track’s end of the season shootout on Saturday, crowning him the season champ.

Lowmad hits 200 MPH at Montgomery Motorsports Park
by Agent DC on September 27, 2010

Joey Martin and the Russell’s lit the score boards up with a 200 mph during qualifying at the Southern Outlaw Tour at Montgomery Motorsports Park two weeks ago. This YouTube video catches the action as the team celebrates the 200 mph pass.

Watch ADRL Summit Racing Equipment Ohio Drags
by Agent DC on September 25, 2010

Watch the ADRL Summit Racing Equipment Ohio Drags live! The Dragstock Rain-out race was contested on Friday and the event is currently in action. View the event live by visiting http://www.adrl.us/live/

Todd Tutterow wins Dragstock VII Rain-Out Race in Ohio
Just moments after watching his son, Ty, win in Pro Junior Dragster at the completion of the American Drag Racing League (ADRL) Simpson Dragstock VII on Friday, Todd Tutterow had only one thought before his Pro Extreme final.

ORSCA / Southern Outlaw Tour Event Coverage & Photos

The Outlaw Street Car Association and the Southern Outlaw Tour met at Montgomery Motorsports Park this weekend and boy was it a show. With over 25 promods battling to qualify for a 16-car field and 10.5 street cars running low into the 4s, this weekend was a race to remember.

ADRL.us Named Title Sponsor For Eighth Annual Shakedown At E’Town
by ADRL on September 22, 2010

The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) announced that its website, www.ADRL.us, has been named the title sponsor for the eighth annual ADRL.us Shakedown at E’Town, which takes place Oct. 1-3 at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ. In addition to the ADRL.us title sponsorship, the ADRL’s in-house magazine, Adrenaline, will also sponsor the event’s Adrenaline Pro Extreme Eighth-Mile Challenge.

O’Neal first Active Duty Soldier in National Event Final
by Luke Bogacki on September 22, 2010

Don O’Neal has a pretty good gig. As a soldier for the U.S. Army, O’Neal uses a unique method to gain interest from potential recruits, he has a 1,000 horsepower Super Comp dragster. With Army backing, O’Neal attends roughly 30 racing events and makes over 50 recruiting appearances a year.

Mike Henry Wins Quick 8 at Pinks All Out
by Agent DC on September 22, 2010

Pinks All Out rolled into Infineon Raceway this past weekend for the second time in three years and brought out some of the best around. Mike Henry, in his 1981 Gotelli Speed Shop sponsored Kustom Koffin Camaro went there for one purpose and that was to be the Quick 8 winner at the end of the day. After recently developing his own engine program with the help of pro mod team owner Luther Lane, Henry knew he had the power to get the job done.

VP Racing Fuels' "Mad Scientist" T-Shirts - Bad to the Bone!
by Steve Scheidker on September 22, 2010

VP Racing Fuels’ “Mad Scientist” is on the loose again, this time in three new colors. In addition to white, VP's popular “Mad Scientist” T-shirts are now available in black, light gray and tan, with each color available in Large and X-Large sizes.

A testament to VP’s passionate dedication to R&D and its never-ending quest to squeeze more horsepower from every last chemical molecule, the T-shirts are emblazoned with a Troy Lee-designed caricature of VP’s Mad Scientist and the caption, “Must…make…more…POWER!”

Dan Millen Becomes Final Member of Mickey Thompson 3-Second Club
by Agent DC on September 10, 2010

After a difficult summer in his new 2011 Mustang, Extreme 10.5 Dan Millen found something to smile about on Friday at the American Drag Racing League (ADRL) Simpson Dragstock VII in Rockingham. The Al-Anabi Racing driver b8:17 PM 9/22/2010ecame the fifth and final member of the distinguished Mickey Thompson 3-Second Club, going 3.951 at 199.20 miles per hour at Dragstock VII

NHRA pro Foley relocating to NASCAR country
by Agent DC on January 31, 2010

Top Fuel driver and noted drag racing instructor Doug Foley is moving to a much racier neighborhood. Foley recently signed a contract for a 12,000-plus square foot shop in the heart of NASCAR country in North Carolina. The new shop will house Foley's race team and the world renowned Doug Foley Drag Racing School.

Contrary to RUMORS, Alan Pittman Race Cars Open for Business
This Monday morning, the bay doors at Alan Pittman Race Cars swung open at 8 AM just as they do every weekday. In the face of recent rumors that his renowned chassis fabrication business was closing, Alan Pittman would like to set the record straight:

New Product: BTE Powerglide Transbrake Valve Body
by Agent DC on January 30, 2010

BTE's new cast iron valve body is now available. It is in three configurations, the bracket style (BTE 248260), the quicker releasing pro style (BTE 228260), and the high pressure quick release style (BTE 228270). All kits include a new transbrake solenoid and instructions for easy installation. These valve bodies are 100% new. The internal design of the new BTE Powerglide valve body retains the dependable, industry transbrake design,

Bickel delivers Balooshi’s new car to track on Flat Bed Trailer
by Agent DC on January 29, 2010

Khalid Al-Balooshi received his new car Friday Morning of the ADRL Hardee’s Gateway Drags III in Missouri a few weeks back. The 2009 ADRL world champion received this high dollar ride on a flat bed open trailer, nothing more or less. You should see this bad to the bone hot rod soon at the track.

VIDEO: Dina Parise scrapes the wall
posted by Agent DC on August 29, 2010

Andrew’s breakage was not the only bad break for the Parise’s that day. During the 1st round of qualifying, Dina Parise took a hard hit to the driver’s side of her beautiful Military tribute themed ’63 Corvette.

“I am not really sure what happened.” Stated Dina Parise “ I was in the left lane. The car went out about 100 feet and went right on two wheels. I let off the throttle. When she came down, I was ok then bam she shot hard left. To avoid hitting the wall head on, I turned the wheels to the right. I hit the wall, next thing I know, I’m taking flight.

Jones Paint & Design Completes Randy Folk's 2010 Mullis Dragster
by Agent DC on August 29, 2010

Jones Paint and Body is at it again with the design and paint on Randy Folk's new Mullis Dragster. Jone designed the theme by scratch, using a computer program, and then put his imagination to work.

New look for Lagana Jr.
posted by Agent DC on August 29, 2010

Nothing goes together better than burgers, fries and drag racing and for Bobby Lagana Jr. that combination has led to a tasty new partnership for this weekend’s event in Maryland. Five Guys Burgers and Fries will be helping out Bobby Lagana Jr. and his crew this weekend at the Maryland Nitro Jam at Maryland International Raceway and will also be participating during FanFest both Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Hartman pilots ‘Bullet Bob’ to emotional victory in front of huge Maryland crowd
Just seven months ago following a bad fire at the season opening Palm Beach Nitro Jam in Florida Bob and Cathie Floch, owners of the well-known “Bullet Bob” Prostalgia Nitro Funny car, were on the verge of walking away from the sport after nearly four decades in the business.

Edmund Hall Rebounds after crash
posted on August 29, 2010 by DragCoverage.com

Edmund “Mr.5 Speed” Hall debuted the GTO this past weekend after brushing the wall with Mike “The Hitman” Hill during a match race earlier this year. The GTO was sent back to Bickel and re-skinned with a new carbon-fiber GTO body. Hall qualified for the 8-car baby promod field and was ousted in the semi-finals.

Promod Racer Lands Big Money with Thoroughbred Horse
by Agent DC on August 16, 2010

Pro Mod drag racer and Kentucky-based entrepreneur Rick Stivers' love of horsepower grew by $300,000 this week when his yearling Thoroughbred Racehorse sold at the 90th annual Selected Yearlings Sale at Saratoga, New York on August 2. The filly, born January 18, 2009, was sired by 2007 Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense and birthed by Gwinnett

ADRL Announces TV Deal with MAVTV
by Agent DC on August 16, 2010

The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is pleased to announce an extensive new television agreement with MAVTV, a national television network that caters to a motorsports audience. The agreement calls for 13 one-hour shows on the high-definition network, giving the ADRL a national television presence for all of its 2010 events.

Superman wins Farmington
by Karon Woodward on August 16, 2010

On saturday August 7th Farmington Dragway known as "The Farm" hosted its monthly Pro Mod event. From what I have gathered there was the largest field of the year with 16 or 18 doorslammers in the lanes for qualifying. After shaking the tires on the first 2 qualifying attempts, the G&G Racing Team of JD Goad, and Ronnie Gardner would qualify number one with a stunning 4.04

DC Profiles: Bounty Hunter '87 Mustang
by DragCoverage.com on August 15, 2010

Join DragCoverage.com Speed Forums today and create a profile to show off your Hot Rod. DragCoverage will be publishing profiles often on the front page and yours could be next. Check out user “Bleach Box’s” profile.

Vauxhall signs up with the Redvictor1 racing team
by Agent DC on August 15, 2010

We are proud to announce a partnership between Vauxhall Motors and the Redvictor1 Racing Team to support the MSA Pro Modified campaign with the new Redvictor 3 Street Legal Pro modified Car. The team will be running under the VXR banner to promote the flagship Vauxhall performance range with, what will be again, the fastest road going Vauxhall on Planet Earth

New Nitro Jam A Hit At U.S. 131 Motorsports Park
by Larry Crum on August 14, 2010

MARTIN, Mich. (August 14, 2010) – Unpredictable racing, 300 mile-per-hour dragsters and jets, daredevil wheelstanders, the world’s best drivers and the single biggest payout of the year. Just another weekend on the Nitro Jam tour. Fans at Michigan’s U.S. 131 Motorsports Park were brought into the new world of Nitro Jam

Upton wins Moser Axle-Mania Sportsman Showdown
MARTIN, Mich. (August 14, 2010)
Just four months ago Bo Upton was just another ordinary racer with a dream and a racecar. Upton loved to race, but knew he didn’t have the means to chase a championship. Upton loved to win, but knew that his hobby would never be much more than that.

2nd Annual Moser Engineering Great American Bracket Race; Same Day Coverage

Team DragCoverage.com has arrived at No Problem Raceway, Belle Rose, LA, for coverage of the 2010 Great American Bracket Race. Follow us right here for same day coverage of the 3-day bracket race that pays over $100,000 in prize money.

DragCoverage.com to cover Great American Bracket Race this Weekend
by TJ Pruitt

We have taken a few weeks off here at DragCoverage.com, but it's time to hit the pavement again and cover the Great American Bracket Race this weekend in Bell Rouse, LA. DragCoverage.com will be posting photos and hourly updates of one of the biggest bracket races to hit the south. Coverage will be brought to you by TindleRacing.com. Team DragCoverage.com will arrive on site Thursday night and coverage will begin on Friday morning. Be sure to stay tuned to DragCoverage.com

DragCoverage.com Publisher takes Ten to Win Race at MMP
by Goodyear Racing Media

When he brings his race car to Gulfport Raceway in Mississippi for the King of the Coast race April 9-10, Alabama drag racer T.J. Pruitt will have a new nickname. They’ll call him ‘Big Money.’ Pruitt, an electrical engineer with a degree from Auburn University, lay claim to the new moniker when he won the $10,000 winner’s prize in the Super Pro class of the Super 7 Series race at Montgomery Motorsports Park in Alabama in March. It is the richest race Pruitt has ever won and he won it on Goodyear tires.

Brown Takes Deliver of 2010 JMark Dragster
Jim Brown took deliver of his new 2010 JMark Rear Engine Dragster this past weekend. The Monroeville, AL racer plans debut this beautiful ride at next week’s King of the Coast event at Gulfport Dragway, MS.

Spectator wins 2010 Ford Mustang GT at zMax
by Susan Pollack on April 2, 2010

During the 2009 NHRA Drag Racing Full Throttle Racing Series event at zMAX Dragway, Faye Curtis of Pilot Mountain, NC, entered to win a 2010 Ford Mustang GT at the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing Experience display as part of Ford Customer Service Division’s national sweepstakes program. A few short months later, Curtis received a call from Ford Customer Service Division informing her

Likeable Local Veteran to Sport IRWIN’s Blue and Yellow Colors
IRWIN® Tools, a world-class manufacturer and marketer of a broad line of professional hand tools and power tool accessories, today announced it will be the primary sponsor of veteran Top Fuel driver Doug Herbert for 2010 NHRA races taking place at zMax Dragway, just outside of Charlotte, NC.

Herbert, a fan and media favorite, will first showcase the famous blue and yellow colors of IRWIN Tools on his “Top Fuel” dragster this weekend during the inaugural NHRA 4-Wide Nationals.

First Summit ET Race Results at Atlanta Dragway
by Amy Glover on March 29, 2010

Inclement weather stamped out the first scheduled points race of Atlanta Dragway’s 2010 season, but racers were met with perfect conditions this time around. The spring breeze cooled off the black top and kept racers comfortable throughout the rounds.

The Crash VIDEO & TIME SLIPS: Mike Hill VS Edmund Hall Part II - Crash
by Agent DC on March 11, 2010

The Agent has received a copy of the crash video that happened between Mike "The Hitman Hill" and Edmund "Mr.5 Speed" Hall. The Agent also has a copy of the time-slips. It took quite a bit to get the popular demand video, but here it is. The Agent was told that Hall has already been in contact with Jerry Bickel inquiring about repairing the GTO.

Mick Synder Crashes at South Georgia Motorsports Park While Testing
Photos by Marvin Smith

Mick Synder did not have the start he anticipated this 2010 season. The young driver crashed while testing at SGMP last week. Synder teamed with Scruggs in 2010 and was set to campaign Scruggs' previous 1963 corvette. Unfortunately, Synder will not make his debut, March 19-20, at the opening ADRL Universal Technical Institute Dragpalooza VI.

Jones Paint & Design Completes Kenny Acree’s Promod Camaro
By Agent DC on March 10, 2010

Jones Paint and Body is on a mission. The artist "lil" Jones has definitely become dynamic with paint schemes and airbrushing. Agent DC received these spy photos of Kenny Acree’s new Promod Camaro. The Outlaw Racing Street Car Association (ORSCA) racer purchased this bad to the bone hot rod last year some time, exiting his Chevy Lumina. Casey Prince has obtained driving duties of Acree’s Chevy Lumina and will compete in 5.30 and 5.00 events. Acree will now complete in the 4.70 Heads Up Class and various heads up events.

PHOTOS: New Hot Rod in John Sullivan's Stable; Dodge Stratus
by TJ Pruitt on March 10, 2010

DragCoverage.com member John Sullivan, aka "lil john," has posted pictures of the new hotrod that has entered their stable. "Lil" John Sullivan will be behind the wheel of this beautiful Dodge Stratus in 2010. The Sullivans compete in various Heads Up Races across the South East and are known to turn the win light on quite often.

PHOTOS: Solid Rock 1971 Mustang Mach I Nostlagia Funny Car Complete
by TJ Pruitt on March 10, 2010

The final touches to the Solid Rock 1971 Mustang Mach I nostalgia funny car have been completed. DragCoverage.com received these photos from Rocky Ausec and this is one bad to the bone hotrod. The funny car will be on display at the Race and Performance Expo at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, IL. on March 6th & 7th. It will be displayed in conjunction with the Engine Challenge that is put on by the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow organization

Kurt Busch is Drag Racing This Weekend
by Agent DC on March 10, 2010

2004 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Kurt Busch will return to his drag racing roots during the 41st running of the Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals March 11-14 at historic Gainesville (Fla.) Raceway. The driver of the No. 2 Miller Lite Dodge for Penske Racing is set to get behind the wheel of his rebuilt 1970 Dodge Challenger next weekend to compete against a field of between 70 and 90 veteran “Super Gas” racers who no doubt will be champing at the bit to line up against one of the biggest names in motorsports.

Mike Hill VS Edmund Hall Part II Coverage
March 6, 2010 (Montgomery, AL) -- Mike Hill and Edmund Hall could not have asked for a better day to grudge race. The weather was beautiful! DragCoverage was planning to cover the race live, but I (TJ) decided to try my luck in the 6.00 Heads Up Class.

Huntsville Engine King of the Coast Kicks off with over 200 entries
by K.O.C. Media

Feb. 20 & 21, 2010. The Huntsville Engine "King of the Coast" Bracket Series Kicked off it's 6th Season of racing this past weekend as the Bracket Bash invaded Gulfport Dragway in Gulfport, MS. With a good weather forecast in store racers from Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Texas made the trip to Gulfport Dragway hoping to cash in on the $26,000 Weekend Purse

Goodyear's D4305 Drag Radial Takes Victory in Georgia
by Agent DC on March 10, 2010

Sometimes tires scream and sometimes they screech. But Sunday, at the ORTC/UORS Night The Lights Went Out Outlaw Radial Tire Championship at South Georgia Motorsports Park, Goodyear’s D4305 DOT drag radial tire made a statement. The race drew cars with wildly differing drag racing applications and matched purpose-built drag racing slick tires

Antron Brown Statement on Feb. 21 Accident
by Schumacher Racing on March 3, 2010

Don Schumacher Racing Top Fuel driver Antron Brown would like to extend his condolences to the family and friends of a woman who was killed on Sunday at Firebird International Raceway in Chandler, Ariz. on Feb. 21. Brown said "My heart and my prayers go out to the woman's family and friends," Brown said. "Our focus is on the family's well being during this very challenging time.

VP Statement on Phoenix Traction Issues; It's Not Our FAULT
In response to several queries we've received and blogs that have been posted regarding the traction compound used at Firebird International Raceway which led to the postponement of the NHRA races there this past week, we want to confirm that VP's Lane Choice was not involved in any way. VP's Lane Choice traction compound has never been purchased or used at Firebird.

New Look for Hinds Motorsports in 2010
by PMRA on March 2, 2010

Al Hinds Motorsports is very excited to announce its return to Pro Modified Racing Association competition for the 2010 season with major backing from Wakefield Canada, under the Castrol SLX banner.

VIDEO: DragCoverage.com takes a ride with Timmy Smith - In-Car Video
by T.J. Pruitt on February 29, 2010

DragCoverage.com took a ride with Roanoke Mafia racer Timmy Smith at the Super 7 Series opener on February 27, 2010 at Montgomery Motorsports Park. The big dollar bracket race winner took DC for a ride at nearly 140 mph during time trials of the $20,000 to win bracket race. DC will feature more in-car videos throughout the year.

ADRL and House of Hot Rods Present ‘Eye Candy’ to Dallas Car Show Goers
by ADRL Media on January 28, 2010

The House of Hot Rods “Eye Candy” display at this weekend’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Autorama Car Show in downtown Dallas, Texas, will feature sweet rides and sweet treats, courtesy of the American Drag Racing League (ADRL), which will be providing complimentary candy to Dallas Autorama fans.

Woman Killed By Debris After NHRA Crash
by Agent DC on February 22, 2010

A woman who was struck by a tire earlier today at the NHRA Arizona Nationals at Firebird International Raceway was pronounced dead at Good Samaritan Hospital this evening. The tire became detached from Antron Brown's dragster following an incident during the first round of eliminations. Brown was not injured.

NHRA is investigating the incident. The entire NHRA community is deeply saddened by today's incident and sends its thoughts and prayers to the woman's family and friends.

Deceglie regroups after Phoenix accident
Mountain View Racing driver Vinnie Deceglie emerged unhurt following a high-speed accident during Pro Stock qualifying at this weekend’s Arizona NHRA Nationals in Phoenix. Deceglie was in the left lane, attempting to better an earlier 6.66-second run, when the team’s Dodge Avenger lost traction

and made contact with the left side retaining wall. The car turned over and slid across the finish line on its roof before coming to a stop in the shutdown area.

No Joke: Nostalgia Funny Cars Serious Business at March Meet
by Rob Gibson

A funny thing is happening on the way to the 2010 March Meet nostalgia drag race: Funny Cars are having the last laugh - seriously. With 32 entries - the largest field since 1980 - and 14-time NHRA Funny Car champion John Force tabbed as this year's Grand Marshal, Nostalgia Funny Cars will indeed reign supreme at the 52nd running of the March Meet, Mar. 5-7 at historic Auto Club Famous Raceway in McFarland, Calif.

Pacific Street Car Association (PSCA) News and Rumors for 2010
The PSCA is a West Coast heads up association that is, in my opinion, one of the most unique Drag Racing organization. The cars and entries are some of the baddest hotrods on this planet. Attending a PSCA event in Las Vegas is on the "to-do" list for DragCoverage.com. The following are PSCA news and rumors for 2010.

Bo Simpson's Nova Gets a Make-Over!
by Agent DC on February 17, 2010

Now this has to be the make-over of the year. Knoxville, TN racer and DragCoverage.com user Bo Simpson decided to paint his 4.70 Promod Nova over the offseason. The racer transformed this maroon hotrod into a blue dynamite machine that can be entered into any car show. Simpson plans to compete in several 4.70 Heads Up Promod events across the South East in 2010.

Good Start for Luke Bogacki; Wins Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Event in Bradenton
BY LUKE BOGACKI ON FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Luke Bogacki earned the first Super Comp Lucas Oil Divisional trophy of the 2010 season at the NHRA Division 2 opener at Bradenton Motorsports Park last weekend. Bogacki, at the wheel of his ThisIsBracketRacing.com backed, American Race Cars built dragster, took the title in odd fashion. As he completed the burnout prior to his semi-final bye run, Bogacki watched in horror

C1500 Sleeper: Ken Grant's Heavy Chevy 1500
For this month’s DragCoverage.com “Featured Ride,” we decided to pay homage to one cool garage-built Cheverolet Silverado. Ken Grant, Americus, GA, has definitely built one unique sleeper, weighing in at nearly 3,900 lbs.

VIDEO: Huge Nitrous Explosion; Shakes the Glass in the Tower
by T.J. Pruitt on February 16, 2010

Check out this video from Sunday's race at Shakedown at Etown 2009 at Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ. After a long smokey burnout and nitrous purge, Jeff Rodger's Executioner Mustang had a huge Nitrous Explosion. The announcer said that he has never ever seen a nitrous explosion this bad. It shook the glas in the tower. There is no doubt that the this explosion could have been much worst, but fortunately the crew were able to kill the source.

Derek Hawker to debut '63 Corvette for 2010 Season; Gets Rid of Nitrous adds Super Charger
by PMRA on February 16, 2010

After running just one year in the Quick 32 Sportsman Series, Derek Hawker decided to upgrade and increase his racing effort, with the Pro Modified Racing Association.

So the Hawker Racing Team, based near Belleville, Ontario, took his two-year old 1963 Corvette Sting Ray, removed the tunnel ram-injected engine, and replaced it with a 526-cubic inch Alan Johnson supercharged unit complete with a PSI Supercharger, Atchison Fuel System, and a Lenco three-speed on the back of the engine.

Force Ends 40-Race Winless Streak with 50th Winternationals Win
by NHRA on February 16, 2010

POMONA, Calif. – On a weekend in which NHRA paid tribute to its rich history during the 50th running of the Kragen O’Reilly NHRA Winternationals, NHRA legend John Force turned back the clock himself by winning for the first time in a year-and-a-half.

The other winners at the season-opening event in the 23-race NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series season were Larry Dixon (Top Fuel) and Mike Edwards (Pro Stock). All three final rounds featured drivers who ranked in the top-10 on the all-time wins lists in their respective classes.

Al-Anabi to Back Matt Smith; Prostock Bike Heading to Quatar?
BY NHRA ON FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Former Pro Stock Motorcycle champion Matt Smith has signed a major sponsorship deal with Al-Anabi Racing for the 2010 season. Smith confirmed that he will return to his Buell this season and resume his engine research and development program which he suspended with the end of the Torco sponsorships.

Smith said that his resumed program will include noted mountain motor Pro Stock engine builder Sonny Leonard. He believes that Pro Stock Motorcycle riders, primarily those on the Buells, will begin to align themselves with Pro Stock car engine builders. | Read More

Your Ideal Garage; Work Bench, TV, Tools, etc
Take a close look at the photo below. It is a garage with tools scattered throughout, tires stacked, and a workbench with engine parts. This is a pretty nice shop right?

Now, would you believe that it is a 1/24th scale model? | Read More

The Junk Yard - Time Forgotten; Yard Full of Antique Cars Found
BY T.J. PRUITT ON FEBRUARY 10, 2010

A SinglefingerSpeedShop user found an old junk yard somewhere in Michigan where the owner has passed and the land is being cleared. He was sworn to secrecy and would not post the location – do you blame him? Most of the metal is beyond saving, but there are several bits and pieces that can be used; tons of trim, engine parts, etc.

While reading the post, it made me think of the old junk yards or cars that are stashed in backyards that are hidden treasures. Riding down old country roads in Alabama, you are bound to come across similar findings | Read More

The SoundRacer V8 Experience; Everyone Needs One.
BY T.J. PRUITT ON FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Call me childish, but this gadget is pretty cool. The link to this youtube video was sent in by a DragCoverage.com viewer and it is a classic! Plug the SoundRacer V8 into your cigarette lighter and your car instantly has the sound of a high horsepower V8 engine. According to the video, the sound is amplified through the sound system of your car | Read More

Photo Feature: TM Race Cars 1941 Willys
BY T.J. PRUITT ON FEBRUARY 10, 2010

Tommy Mauney and the staff at TM Race Cars have definitely outdone themselves with the construction of this 1941 Willys. This car, one of Mauney's finest masterpieces, features all of the latest and greatest tricks from the shop. Check out this beautiful ride within this photo feature | Read More

Berner Completes Rendering of Summit Colors; Pontiac GXP
by Lisa Collier

Pete Berner's Pontiac GXP has never looked better as it now flies the familiar red, white and blue of Summit Racing Equipment in a unique and eye-catching design by Greg Ozubko. With its new look, the GXP is sure to cause a stir with onlookers as well as with opponents | Read More

Debut of Frantic Ford Nostalgia Funny Car
The long awaited debut of the Frantic Ford AA/Fuel Coupe Nostalgia Funny Car is right around the corner. Car should be ready for active competition up and down the eastern seaboard this coming May-June 2010 | Read More

The team of Freddy Frey, Bob Rosetty, Bobby Frey & "Big Al" Liebmann are set to bring you a "Blast from the Past" with the return of the legendary Frantic Ford AA/Funny Car.

GM to Auction 427 Big-Block Z06 Corvette; proceeds go to Haiti
by TJ on February 4, 2010

General Motors will auction off a limited-edition 427 Cheverolet Corvette Z06 at the Barrett-Jackson auction on Saturday in Scottsdale, Ariz. Any proceeds from the sale will help fund relief efforts in Haiti.