Category: Drag Racing News
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DragChamp’s Top 10 Picks – April 1, 2026 Edition
Sean Shaffer leads the DragChamp Top 10 List presented by Laris Motorsports Insurance after a remarkable performance where he won 10 consecutive rounds to help Team West triumph over Team East in a highly competitive shootout. Tasked with defeating seven East racers, Shaffer rose to the challenge and secured a $16,000 payday, showcasing his exceptional…
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Second Wave of NHRA 75th Anniversary Tickets Features Legendary Drivers
The content provides details on several drag racing vehicles and their owners, highlighting specifications, performance categories, and personal information. Sentry Eagle: Owned by Dale Barlet from Lakewood, New Jersey, this vehicle is a 1984 Chevrolet Camaro built on an unknown chassis. It is powered by a 484 cubic inch Keith Black Hemi engine with a…
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SCBR Names Gavin Carter as New Race Director
Building a premier drag racing event requires meticulous attention to detail in track preparation, race flow, and competitor experience. To enhance its 2026 event, the Street Car Braggin Rights (SCBR) team, led by Nate Prater, has appointed Gavin Carter as race director. This strategic move aims to elevate SCBR, which has been recognized since its…
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Join Us for the FREE Livestream of Door Car Domination 2026 at Maryland International Raceway – Sunday on BangShift.com!
The 2nd Annual Blittersdorf’s Automotive Door Car Domination is set to take place at the Maryland International Raceway from March 27–29, 2026. This thrilling event highlights the excitement of spring racing and features some of the nation’s top door car drivers competing in intense, high-speed battles for the ultimate bragging rights. The event is proudly…
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Carolina Nationals Postponed Due to Cold Weather; Event to Resume at East Coast Nationals
The PDRA Drag Racing Series postponed the completion of Saturday eliminations at the KTR Drag Racing PDRA Carolina Nationals due to rapidly dropping track temperatures. While two rounds of eliminations in professional classes were completed, the decision was made to hold off on further racing for safety reasons, as the series did not want to…
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Pro Mod Legacy: United by Vision – The RAM Top Performer Challenge
In the fall of 1987, brothers Pat and Mike Norcia envisioned a new direction for Top Sportsman doorslammers, leading to the creation of the RAM Top Performer Challenge. They collaborated with then IHRA Vice President Ted Jones to establish a Quick Eight shootout, which awarded a $5,000 prize for the season’s best cars. Open to…
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Drag Racing Digest: Highlights from March 28, 2026
Summary of Drag Racing Events The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series in Belle Rose, Louisiana, highlighted two significant events in Super Comp and Super Gas during the Round 6 eliminations. These rounds saw fierce competition among drag racers, showcasing high-speed performances and precise driving skills in both categories. Meanwhile, the PDRA Carolina Nationals garnered…
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Lasala and LaFerriere Shine with Jaw-Dropping 5-Second Runs at TX2K26
At the TX2K street car shootout in Ennis, Texas, standout racers Brett Lasala and Eric Laferriere captivated audiences in the 2JZ versus The World category. Competing in high-powered cars—the turbocharged “White Rice” 1995 Nissan 240SX driven by Laferriere and the twin-turbo “Snot Rocket 3.0” Mustang driven by Lasala—the two faced off in six intense qualifying…
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Join Us Live for the Big Money Bracket Racing: Southwest Showdown on the West Coast – All Weekend Long at BangShift.com!
The Southwest Showdown at Tucson Dragway is a premier event in the West Coast Bracket Races series, attracting racers from over a dozen states and three countries. Organized by Chris Forsyth and his team, this annual event has earned a reputation for its vibrant community spirit and competitive racing atmosphere. The fun and excitement of…
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Gary Pritchett Claims First Career Top Fuel Victory in Thrilling IHRA Season Opener
Gary Pritchett celebrated a significant milestone in his racing career by winning his first Ironman trophy at the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series season opener at Darana Motorsports Park. Competing with his Top Fuel dragster while it was literally on fire, Pritchett was unfazed, mistaking the flames for his win light. He triumphed over Jasmine Salinas,…