Category: Drag Racing News
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The Rock Returns: Exploring the Significance of NHRA’s 2026 Comeback to Rockingham Beyond Just One Playoff Date
Rockingham Dragway will host an NHRA national event in 2026, marking its first full-fledged entry into the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. Scheduled for September 25–27, 2026, the race will fill a crucial Countdown to the Championship slot previously occupied by zMAX Dragway. This historic venue in North Carolina, known as “The Rock,” has…
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Kane Kern Captures the 2025 WDRA Summit Junior Dragster World Championship
Kane Kern, a remarkable 16-year-old racer from Louisiana, added significant achievements to his racing resume at the 2025 WDRA Summit World Championships. With ten years of experience, Kern claimed the title of World Champion and a $10,000 purse in junior dragster racing. Introduced to the sport by his father, Coty, Kern has since excelled, achieving…
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11/9/25 Drag Racing Update: Latest News and Highlights
The 2025 PS-MOUNTAIN category features a range of powerful Pro Stock vehicles from various owners across the United States. Notable entries include: HRE Manifolds (Dave Hughes, Nazareth, PA): A 2018 Chevrolet Camaro equipped with a massive 832 cubic inch Chevy engine by Jon Kasse and a 5-speed manual transmission. Huffman Racing/3V Performance (Jeremy Huffman, Catawba,…
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Harnessing Unbridled Horsepower on the Open Road
The Stockholm Open, one of the oldest underground street racing events in the world, has been thrilling audiences since 1982. Set on the illuminated late-night highways of Stockholm, Sweden, it features high-speed races where drivers vie for cash prizes and bragging rights. This unique event unfolds on open highways—no trees, no tracks—allowing for pure adrenaline…
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Experience Live Land Speed Racing: SCTA Dry Lake Bed Races at El Mirage – November 9, 2025 (Day 2) on BangShift.com!
On November 9, 2025, the Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) hosted exhilarating land speed races at El Mirage Dry Lake, a venue known for its unique challenges and rewards. While Bonneville often garners more attention as the premier location for land speed events, many racers attest that El Mirage offers an equally thrilling experience. The…
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Honoring Keith Berry: A Tribute by Drag Illustrated
Keith Berry, a celebrated drag racer and event promoter, passed away on November 3 at 53, following years of health challenges. He was not just a racer but a passionate supporter of the drag racing community, embodying an engaging personality that drew many friends, including the Drag Illustrated team. Berry’s journey in racing began unexpectedly…
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IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series: Live Action from GALOT Motorsports Park!
Tune in to CompetitionPlusTV this Friday and Saturday for live coverage of the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series at Galot Motorsports Park in Dunn, North Carolina. Witness the thrilling spectacle of Top Fuel Dragsters, Nitro Funny Cars, Pro Mods, and more as they rev up the excitement with powerful performances under the night sky. The event…
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Jr. Dragster Christmas on the Coast Makes a Thrilling Return to Gulfport
The 4th Annual BTE King of the Coast Jr Dragster Christmas on the Coast and Junior Dragster $10,000 Invitational, presented by DragChamp, will take place at Gulfport Dragway from December 18-22, 2025. This prestigious event focuses solely on Junior Dragster racing and features a top prize of $20,000, alongside multiple $5,000 races scheduled for Friday…
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Drag Racing Update: November 7, 2025 – Latest News & Highlights
The summary highlights various drag racing teams and their vehicles from different locations, each with notable specifications. Sundance: Tripp Shumake (Phoenix, AZ) – 1974 Plymouth Satellite with a 484 cubic inch WRE Hemi and a 2-speed manual transmission. Russell Long (Mission Viejo, CA) – 1975 Chevrolet Monza with a 484 cubic inch Keith Black Hemi…
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Unlocking the Advantages of Digital Gauges: Insights from Intercomp
Tire pressure significantly influences vehicle performance at drag strips and must be monitored and adjusted after each pass, taking track and weather conditions into account. An accurate tire pressure gauge is essential for any drag racer, making it a top priority in their toolbox. Tire pressure gauges come in two main types: analog and digital.…