Parnelli Jones, August 12, 1933 – June 4, 2024
One of the greatest, toughest drivers of his era, Rufus Parnell Jones, known to one and all in the racing game as Parnelli Jones, lost his battle with Parkinson’s Disease on June 4 in Torrance, CA.
Baja 1000
Prudhomme Looks to Conquer Baja a Second Straight Time
Real racers never stop competing. That’s why Don “The Snake” Prudhomme is planning to return to the Yokohama NORRA Mexican Rally 1000 later this month in an attempt to take a second consecutive victory in this tough challenge.
Hypercraft Shows off Plans for EV Trophy Truck Set to Take on Gas-Powered Competition
We recently got the chance to sit down with Hypercraft USA Creative Director Logan Tanner, who gave us the inside scoop on Hypercraft’s plans to launch the first all-electric Unlimited Class trophy truck to go head to head against gas-powered competition at the Mint 400, Baja 1000, and more!
Prudhomme Battles Baja Again
Don “The Snake” Prudhomme may have stepped away from professional drag racing, but his competitive juices still fiercely burn. The NHRA standout – in both Top Fuel and Funny Car racing – recently turned his activities to the dirt, where he’s twice raced in Baja, California’s Mexican 1000.
Bronco R Debuts, Ampudia Bros Take Overall Win at SCORE Baja 1000
The Bronco R prototype made its competitive debut in a manner both memorable and epic – racing through the desert wilderness in the SCORE Baja 1000.
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[Video] Ford Reveals Bronco Race Prototype During SEMA Week
Watch as Justin Dugan from American Trucks gets up close and personal with the new Bronco R Prototype.
Don “the Snake” Prudhomme Teams with Jagger Jones for Return To Mexican 1000
Don “The Snake” Prudhomme will return to the Baja peninsula this year over five decades after missing his first chance to compete in the grueling Mexican 1000 off-road race.
Behind the Wheel Podcast Episode 15: Baja 1000 Ironman Competitor Larry Janesky
To kick things off in 2019, we decided to catch up to a successful business professional who waited longer than most to begin developing his passion for motocross racing, but did not let this stop him from becoming the oldest Ironman finisher in the 2018 Baja 1000.
Cameron Steele Finally Wins Baja 1000
For any off-road driver, winning the Baja 1000 is a dream come true. The same can be said for Trophy Truck driver Cameron Steele and his Desert Assassins race team.
Baja 1,000 Still On
Despite a near-suspension from federal authorities, the prestigious Baja 1000 – one of the most popular off-road races in the country – will go on as planned next month on the Baja California Peninsula.