Category: Drag Racing News
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Wheaties Returns! What Are Your Thoughts? #NoPrep #NoPrepRacing #StreetCar #TrueStreetOnNotice
Wheaties is making a comeback, and there’s excitement in the air surrounding its return to the No Prep Racing scene. The content encourages followers to share their thoughts on what they believe will come of this revival. The use of hashtags like #noprep, #noprepracing, and #streetcar suggests a focus on grassroots racing enthusiasts who enjoy…
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8th Annual Footbrake 150 Scheduled for March 14-16, 2025
Prepare for the 8th Annual Footbrake 150, presented by BTE, taking place from March 14-16, 2025, at Gulfport Dragway in Gulfport, MS. This thrilling event features twin $25,000 races, alongside a special “BUY ONE, GET ONE” entry fee of $400. Participants can also look forward to several exciting races: a $3,000-to-win Friday Gamblers Race, an…
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Wichita Raceway Park Makes a Comeback to NHRA
Wichita Raceway Park (WRP) has officially rejoined the NHRA Member Track Network in the South Central Division (Division 4), signaling a promising new chapter for this Texas facility. Under the ownership of Keith Starr, WRP aims to enhance its local track programs and improve its facilities, benefiting both the track owners and the racers who…
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Nitrous Camaro LT1 Takes on Twin Turbo F-150: Epic 50 to 130 MPH Street Showdown!
On January 30, 2025, racing enthusiasts are treated to an exhilarating showdown in Mexico, featuring a modified Chevrolet Camaro LT1 and a high-performance Ford F-150 pickup truck. The Camaro, a Gen 6 model with rear-wheel drive, boasts a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 engine that, in stock form, delivers 455hp and 455 lb-ft of torque through…
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Choosing the Ideal Radiator for Your V8-Swapped Build
Project Swedish Meatball has been upgraded with an LS swap and a 76mm Summit Racing turbo, necessitating enhancements to its cooling system. A robust cooling system is crucial for preventing engine overheating, particularly in performance vehicles, according to Ryan Salata of PROFORM Parts. The original radiator from the 1994 Volvo 940, designed for a 163-horsepower…
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BangShift.com Sick Week Day 2 Highlights: Windshield Shatters at 223 MPH, Big Block Tesla and Epic Speed Unleashed – More Action and Carnage!
Sick Week Day 2 at Bradenton Motorsports Park showcased the thrills and challenges of drag racing, highlighted by intense speed and unexpected incidents. One standout moment was when a factory windshield shattered, imploding at an astonishing 223 MPH, illustrating the unpredictable nature of these events. Other notable occurrences included a Camaro’s nose detaching and a…
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Multi-Time Circle Track Champion Cody Coughlin to Make Pro Stock Debut with KB Titan Racing
Cody Coughlin, a Rookie of the Year candidate, is set to debut in the Pro Stock category of the NHRA’s Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, driving a Chevrolet Camaro powered by KB Titan Racing. Coughlin, who comes from a racing family with a history in NHRA, has transitioned from successful circle track racing to the…
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$25 Million Prize Pool for NHRA Racers in the 2025 Season; New Regular Season Championship Unveiled
The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Regular Season features a schedule of exciting events across various venues. Kicking off the season is the 56th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals from March 6-9 at Gainesville Raceway in Florida. This is followed by the 40th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals at Firebird Motorsports Park in…
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Authentic No-Prep Racing: Real Installations by Owners – Thank You for Your Support!
The post highlights the authenticity of no prep racing, emphasizing that the installations performed are genuine efforts by the car owners themselves, without the use of filters or edits to enhance appearances. It focuses on the hands-on, DIY spirit of the community, reinforcing that the success and modifications in no prep racing come from the…
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2024 DragChamp Racer of the Year Award
In 2024, Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. stood out as the DragChamp Racer of the Year, having clinched the NHRA Super Stock world championship and finished second in the Stock standings. He achieved an impressive record of 8 wins in 11 finals across both classes and secured the Division 4 championships in Stock and Super Stock. Notably,…