About Ellen Richardson
Ellen Richardson is the author of Behind The Wheel for RacingJunk.com. This automotive sports junkie has a passion for telling an athlete's story while also covering various racing activities. Find out more about her at ellennrichardson.wordpress.com or follow Ellen on Twitter at @ellennrich or Instagram at elnrich33.
Street Racing: The Drama Continues

Street Racing: The Drama Continues

March 30, 2015 Ellen Richardson 10

The drama continues to unfold in the world of street racing. As Street Outlaw Isreal “Izzy” Valenzuela, awaits his fate from a Los Angeles court, for being involved in an illegal street race that killed two people in Chatsworth, California, others across the nation are continuing to show their support for this form of drag racing.

Behind the Wheel: Valerie Thompson

Behind the Wheel: Valerie Thompson

March 26, 2015 Ellen Richardson 0

Seven-time land speed record holder, Valerie Thompson may have begun her racing career a little later than most, but this week’s featured Behind The Wheel driver has quickly sped past many who have tried to stand in her way.

Farmington Dragway Kicks off 2015 Season

Farmington Dragway Kicks off 2015 Season

March 23, 2015 Ellen Richardson 0

Mocksville, NC’s historic 1/8 mile concrete dragstrip played host to a series that holds true to it’s old school racing style, which consists of all American classic, wheel standing four and five speed stick shift cars and trucks running a dial-in, break-out format.

Illegal Street Racing Gaining Attention

Illegal Street Racing Gaining Attention

March 9, 2015 Ellen Richardson 22

With the popularity of television shows like the Discovery Channel’s Street Outlaws, illegal street racing continues to be at the forefront of many drag racing fans these days. Love it or hate it, it is hard to look away from the sound of revving engines and a car taking off from the starting line.

Lex Joon - Racing To An American Dream

Lex Joon – Racing To An American Dream

January 14, 2015 Ellen Richardson 0

Behind the Wheel with Lex Joon: FIA European Top Fuel drag racing champion Lex Joon, known as The Flying Dutchman, made the move from his home in the Netherlands in the Fall of 2013 to build his American dream of winning his first NHRA Mello Yello Racing Top Fuel Championship this season.

 Behind the Wheel with Ken Regenthal

Behind the Wheel with Ken Regenthal

December 10, 2014 Ellen Richardson 0

Behind the Wheel explores the world of the weekend warrior, the amateur racer, and the quickest amongst us. This week, Ellen Richardson interviews former Pro Mod driver, and current Gear Jammer Ken Regenthal.

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