Category: Drag Racing News
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Greg Anderson Secures 138th Career No. 1 Qualifier in Dallas
Under the scorching Texas sun, Greg Anderson of KB Titan Racing secured his 139th No. 1 qualifying position at the NHRA FallNationals, driving his HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro. Celebrated as a six-time Pro Stock champion, Anderson expressed pride in his team’s performance, highlighted by his impressive best time of 6.497 seconds during the Friday Night Live…
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Texas Fall Nationals: Leaderboard Stays Steady After Final Qualifying Round
At the 40th annual Texas NHRA FallNationals, Austin Prock, Shawn Langdon, Greg Anderson, and Richard Gadson demonstrated their prowess in their respective classes. This event, crucial in the Countdown to the Championship, showcased Prock’s consistent dominance in Funny Car with a top qualifier time of 3.876 seconds at 336.07 mph, marking his sixth No. 1…
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Holland Claims Double Victory at the 9th Annual FRBR Promotions Door Wars
The FRBR Promotions 9th Annual Blittersdorf’s Automotive Door Wars: Battle Off the Bottom took place from October 3-5, 2025, at Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, PA. The event featured a series of competitive races, including three $10K main events, a $1,644 Dave Anderson Memorial Shootout, and a $1,000 “Change Your Luck” Shootout. Throughout the weekend,…
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NHRA Results: Friday Qualifying Highlights from Ennis 2025
At the 40th annual Texas NHRA FallNationals in Ennis, Texas, Shawn Langdon secured the provisional No. 1 spot in Top Fuel with a remarkable run of 3.684 seconds at 338.88 mph. This performance earned him a $15,000 bonus during “JEGS Friday Night Live.” He is currently third in the championship standings, needing strong results to…
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From Farm Field to Fast Rides: The Chevelle Malibu SS Journey
In 1997, a 13-year-old named Ryan Wurst discovered a 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS buried in a farm field in Illinois. He and his father, Ron, decided to bring it home as a father-son project. Over 28 years, that Chevelle has transformed into a formidable 1,700-horsepower drag car, showcasing Ryan’s dedication, passion, and personal connection…
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BangShift.com: Newbern and the Crew Wrap Up the Incredible 1957 Chevrolet Street Freak – Not a Gasser, But a True Automotive Marvel!
Newbern and his team are putting the finishing touches on a radical 1957 Chevrolet, transforming it into a street freak that harks back to the vibrant car culture of Southern California in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Street freaks, an evolution of gassers, were known for their extreme designs and bold statements on iconic…
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Southeast Gassers Association Set to Light Up Gulfport Dragway with Historic Racing Event This Weekend
Gulfport Dragway, known as the “racecation destination,” is set to host a historic event for the Southeast Gassers Association (SEGA) this weekend with the Gulf Coast Nationals. This marks the first double race weekend in SEGA history, taking place on October 10 and 11. Qualifying and eliminations will occur on both days, critical as competitors…
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Torrence Seeks Season Finale Victory at Texas Motorplex
Four-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion Steve Torrence is set to wrap up his season at the Texas Fall Nationals, a race that holds significant personal and professional importance for him. With 56 career victories, Torrence regards the Texas Motorplex, where he has competed for over a decade, as a home venue. This year’s event…
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Whitlock and Coleman Wrap Up 2025 Season at PDRA World Finals
The PDRA World Finals at Virginia Motorsports Park concluded the 2025 season, crowning world champions and event winners. Key highlights included Ron Whitlock winning in Elite Top Sportsman and Linzie Coleman in Elite Top Dragster. Other winners were Jeff Melnick (Top Sportsman), Will Creasman (Top Dragster), Makenzie Alexander (Pro Jr. Dragster), Kylie Varnier (Top Jr.…
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October 7, 2025: Exciting Updates from the Drag Racing Scene
Nitro Clown is a top-tier fuel funny car owned by Dave Gallegos, based in Manhattan, Kansas. The car competes in the AA/FC class and is identified by Comp Number 100. It features a 2022 Dodge Charger chassis built by DSR and is powered by a 500 cubic inch TFX Hemi with a direct drive. The…