{"id":2764,"date":"2025-03-07T23:59:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T23:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/DragCoverage.com\/?p=2764"},"modified":"2025-03-08T00:06:54","modified_gmt":"2025-03-08T00:06:54","slug":"ihra-just-purchased-7-drag-strips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/DragCoverage.com\/?p=2764","title":{"rendered":"IHRA HAS AGREED TO PURCHASE 7 DRAG STRIPS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>IHRA AND OWNER DARRYL CUTTELL ANNOUNCE GROUNDBREAKING ACQUISITION OF SEVEN PREMIER DRAG RACING TRACKS<\/p>\n<p>HAMILTON, Ohio (Mar. 7, 2025)\u2014The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is making a landmark move in motorsports by acquiring seven legendary racing facilities. This move reinforces its commitment to expanding the sport and delivering world-class racing experiences.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/DragCoverage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/img_9623-1.jpg\" class=\"size-full\"><\/figure>\n<p>IHRA owner Darryl Cuttell announced today that the organization has agreed in principle to purchase seven premier drag racing tracks. This marks the first phase of a dynamic strategy to position IHRA as a global leader in sports and entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>IHRA\u2019s Newly Acquired Tracks:<\/p>\n<p>National Trail Raceway (OH)<br \/>\nMaryland International Raceway (MD)<br \/>\nMilan Dragway (MI)<br \/>\nDragway 42 (OH)<br \/>\nDarlington Dragway (SC)<br \/>\nGalot Motorsports Park (NC)<br \/>\nKil-Kare Raceway (OH)<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am proud to announce that the International Hot Rod Association is purchasing seven legendary racing facilities as of today,\u201d said Darryl Cuttell. \u201cThis is just the beginning of growing IHRA into a global leader in sports and entertainment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Expanding Beyond the Track: New Partnerships &amp; IHRA TV<br \/>\nIn addition to acquiring these historic venues, IHRA is actively expanding its event portfolio and partnerships.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe IHRA has also agreed in principle to purchasing, hosting, and partnering with some of the most successful and popular racing series in the entire world,\u201d Cuttell stated. \u201cThese events will combine music, entertainment, and All-American family fun!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To further elevate the fan experience, IHRA is also launching IHRA TV, a groundbreaking digital platform that will bring an extensive lineup of motorsports action to audiences worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe International Hot Rod Association will also launch IHRA TV, which will not only bring more live drag racing content to the fans but also feature a diverse lineup of racing series on snow, water, dirt\u2014anywhere you find horsepower and competition,\u201d Cuttell added.<\/p>\n<p>A Bold Vision for the Future of Drag Racing<br \/>\nWith this major expansion, IHRA is revolutionizing motorsports by integrating competition, entertainment, and media innovation, to create unparalleled experiences for both racers and fans.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe look forward to revolutionizing racing and the continued growth of a legendary company,\u201d Cuttell said. \u201cAs we head into the future, we are committed to making drag racing fun again!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IHRA AND OWNER DARRYL CUTTELL ANNOUNCE GROUNDBREAKING ACQUISITION OF SEVEN PREMIER DRAG RACING TRACKS HAMILTON, Ohio (Mar. 7, 2025)\u2014The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is making a landmark move in motorsports by acquiring seven legendary racing facilities. This move reinforces its commitment to expanding the sport and delivering world-class racing experiences. 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