NHRA Adds Blown Nitro Engine Combo for Top Alcohol Classes in 2026
The NHRA is shaking things up for the 2026 season by introducing a new engine and fuel combination option for both the Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car classes.
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HOT ROD Power Tour West Returns to California for 2025 with Drag Racing, Autocross, and Thousands of Cars
West Coast gearheads, get ready—HOT ROD Power Tour West is back and bigger than ever.
POWERfest 2025 Signals the Return of ‘PINKS’ and a New Era of Racing Entertainment
POWERfest 2025, happening June 13–14 at North Carolina’s legendary Rockingham Dragway, is bringing serious heat to the track—and the cameras. This high-octane event not only marks the return of the iconic drag racing TV series PINKS but introduces a full lineup of original automotive programming, filmed live for the all-new free streaming network, POWERtube TV.
IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series Returns in 2025 with Action-Packed National Tour
The wait is finally over—after years of anticipation, the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series is making its explosive return for 2025, reigniting the drag racing world with nitro flames, thunderous horsepower, and intense side-by-side action.
High Performance Manufacturing Acquires Jerry Bickel Race Cars
Big news in the world of drag racing: High Performance Manufacturing has officially acquired Jerry Bickel Race Cars (JBRC), the renowned chassis and race component manufacturer based in Moscow Mills, Missouri.
Paul Lee Victorious at the NHRA Arizona Nationals in Nitro Funny Car
Paul Lee secured his first-ever NHRA Funny Car victory at the 2025 NHRA Arizona Nationals, driving the McLeod Racing/FTI Performance Dodge Charger to a commanding win.
WDRA and IHRA Team Up to Elevate Sportsman Drag Racing
In a groundbreaking move for drag racing, the World Drag Racing Alliance (WDRA) and the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) have announced their first-ever collaboration.
Ford Performance Unleashes Megazilla 2.0 and Supercharged Coyote V8 Crate Engines
Ford Performance is sticking to its philosophy of “no boring products, no boring engines” by unveiling two powerhouse crate engines: the supercharged 7.3-liter Megazilla V8 and the supercharged 5.0-liter Coyote V8.
Revving Up for Sick Week 2025: The Ultimate Drag-and-Drive Showdown
The countdown to Sick Week 2025 Presented by Gear Vendors Overdrive has begun, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable event.
Barrett-Jackson to Auction First 2025 Corvette ZR1 VIN 001 for Charity at Scottsdale Event
Barrett-Jackson, renowned as The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, has partnered with General Motors to auction the first retail production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 VIN 001 (Lot #3005).