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1320 Video is back at it, this time with new video from their parking lot party car show. We’re used to having big spaces here in the States, but in many big cities in the rest of the world they take over parking garages for car shows and it totally makes sense. We’ve seen plenty of them on videos from Larry Chen and 1320Video, and they certainly look cool. So when 1320Video decided to throw their own local car show a few years ago, the parking garage party seemed like the perfect fit. Check out the video below to see all the cool stuff that showed up this year and let us know what you think! Video Description: For the fourth year in a row, we hosted Hot Summer Nights right here in Omaha, Nebraska. What started as a way to give back to the local car community has grown into one of our favorite events of the year. The same community that has supported 1320video for years showed up once again in a BIG way, with more than 1,000 vehicles attending and over 800 cars packed into the four-level parking garage. A huge thank you to everyone who brought their cars, hung out with us, and helped make this event possible. We can’t wait to do it again next year! The post 1320 Video Decided to Throw a Parking Lot Party and 1,000 Cars Showed Up! Check Out The Video from Omaha! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Nitro Funny Car driver Spencer Hyde was a hometown hero this weekend at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park. Both Hyde and his legendary crew chief and team owner, Jim Head, were kept busy on and off the track. Even though they made a fierce race day attempt, the Head Contractors and Engineers Funny Car had an early exit after the first round. “If we had made the pass we executed during the first round of eliminations during qualifying, today could have ended very differently,” said Hyde. “But that’s drag racing for you. We had the fifth quickest pass of the first round, and it just wasn’t enough against our competition. Hopefully things will swing in our favor next race.” Hyde entered race day on Sunday in the No. 13 qualifying position, based on the final pass he made during qualifying, a 3.965 second, 322.19 mph run. He was up against No. 4 qualifier Jack Beckman, who he had a 2-1 record against going into this matchup. Even though Hyde made a stout 3.936 second, 327.19 mph pass, it was not enough against the 2012 Funny Car world champion. Beckman went on to make it to the finals.“I have a lot of respect for Jack Beckman, both as a driver and as a mentor to so many of the Funny Car guys out here,” said Hyde. “Today was his 60th birthday, so the only positive way I am looking at this first round loss is knowing I at least didn’t send a guy packing on a milestone birthday.” Outside of his on-track performance, Hyde participated in an autograph session on Saturday at the Right2Breathe display with Joe Morrison, reigning Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Richard Gadson and Top Alcohol Dragster standout Melanie Johnson. On Friday, Jim Head joined the announcers in the booth as he was recognized at this race’s legend during the 75th anniversary of the NHRA. Leading into the quarterfinals, Hyde stepped into the booth for the Next Round with Joe Castello. And all weekend, both Hyde and Head hosted friends and family in their pits, for their hometown race. Head is from Ohio, while Hyde, a Canadian, considers the Norwalk track his ‘American home track.’ “It was so great to have my friends and family here to support me this weekend,” said Hyde. “I grew up racing with my family, so having them with me on this journey now in Funny Car means a lot.” The Norwalk race officially marks the halfway point of the season. There are now just four races left before the Countdown to the Championship. Coming out of this weekend, Hyde and the team have two weekends in a row off before heading to Sonoma. “We’re all going to get some much needed rest before buckling down and trying to get as many points as possible before the Countdown starts,” said Hyde. “We have to keep making Hyde Construction, OUTLAW Light Beer and the Caine Group proud as we get into the thick of the rest of this season.” Hyde and the Head Contractors and Engineers Funny Car will be back in competition in three weeks at the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge on July 17-19 at Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, California. There will be two qualifying sessions on Friday, July 17 and two qualifying sessions on Saturday, July 18. For tickets or more information on the NHRA Sonoma Nationals visit nhra.com. The post Hyde and Head Recognized as Hometown Heroes in Norwalk first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

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After a standout qualifying performance at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Alexis DeJoria and the John Force Racing Bandero Café Chevrolet SS Funny Car team carried that momentum into a semifinal finish on race day at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. The fan-favorite driver outpaced Blake Alexander and Chad Green before tire smoke ended her bid for a Wally trophy against Ron Capps. DeJoria was competitive and consistent throughout qualifying, landing her Bandero Café Funny Car in the top three of each session. On Friday, her solid pass of 3.947 seconds at 331.53 mph was the second-lowest elapsed time of the session and earned her two bonus points. She improved on her performance in the next qualifying attempt, making the third-fastest pass of Q2 with a 3.918 at 330.63. As qualifying continued on Saturday, crew chiefs Mike “Zippy” Neff and Jonnie Lindberg powered her to a stellar lap of 3.886 at 330.31 to earn two more bonus points. The final qualifying opportunity delivered more of the same as DeJoria once again made the second-best pass with a strong 3.900 at 334.32. Starting race day from the No. 2 position for the second consecutive event, DeJoria faced No. 15 qualifier Alexander in the first heat of eliminations. Alexander had the early advantage and was outpacing DeJoria through the first 300 feet before he started to smoke the tires. DeJoria sped around him, reaching the stripe in 3.918 seconds at 333.41 mph to advance to the quarterfinals. In the second round of eliminations, DeJoria was eager for redemption as she faced Chad Green, who has defeated DeJoria in two final rounds this season. Green ran into tire smoke at the launch, allowing DeJoria to breeze by him and turn on the win light with another remarkable run of 3.958 at 329.18. “Beating Chad Green was huge,” said DeJoria. “He definitely had it coming. I could not wait to beat him. When that win light came on in our lane, I was like, ‘finally!’” In the semifinals, DeJoria faced three-time world champion Ron Capps. The two seasoned drivers left the starting line within two-thousandths of each other, but DeJoria ran into tire smoke at the hit, ceding the win to Capps. “We made it down the track every time except for that semifinal round,” added DeJoria, whose 2026 record includes two runner-up finishes, a Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge win, and now, two semifinal appearances. “We had three-second runs all through qualifying. We racked up 40 points today, and seven bonus points during qualifying, which is excellent. We’ve got a really great car. We all thought this was definitely our weekend. There aren’t any ifs. It’s just a matter of when because (a win is) happening very soon. I’m excited to go to Sonoma. I know they will have some cool weather there. We have a really fast race car; we’re qualifying well, and we are solid. This car can run in any conditions right now, and my team has really got a handle on it. Everyone on this team is kicking ass and we all get along so well; we’re all on the same page. Nobody wants to come up against us because we’ve got an excellent race car and a strong team. We’re just going to keep chipping away at it.” DeJoria and the John Force Racing Bandero Café team will now shift their focus to the West Coast as they prepare for the next stop on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals, July 17-19 at Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, Calif., where DeJoria will start the weekend ranked seventh in the Mission Foods Funny Car standings. The post Alexis DeJoria Builds on Strong Qualifying Outing with Norwalk Semifinal Run first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

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A one-of-a-kind custom motorcycle that combines the iconic styling of the Kawasaki ZRX1200R with the legendary performance of Suzuki’s Hayabusa has surfaced on the auction market. Listed on Bring a Trailer, this 2004 Kawasaki ZRX1200R—dubbed Kawabusa 3—represents the latest evolution of a series of ambitious hybrid builds created by Norm Wilding of Mid-Missouri Motorcycles in Columbia, Missouri. Completed in 2022, the project was showcased at that year’s Handbuilt Motorcycle Show in Austin, Texas, where it highlighted an unconventional approach to […] The post FOR SALE: 2004 Kawasaki ZRX1200R Custom appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

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Moto News Weekly Wrap June 30, 2026 What’s New: Midwinter replaces McGillivray for ISDE AMA Pro MX reignites at RedBud following Summer break Tom Vialle a WSX British GP wildcard! Ken Roczen confirmed for AUSX Auckland Jo Shimoda set for 450 debut at AUSX FIM Flat Track World Championship – Round Three U21 Speedway World […] The post Moto News | GNCC | Flat Track | Speedway | MX | SX appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Seven months ago, no driver in Pro Modified history had ever competed for a million dollars. Since that time, Jason Harris has not only achieved that opportunity – he’s done it twice. His first chance came in December after winning the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks, the first race of the 2025/26 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service. The Elite Motorsports Million offered $1 million to any driver that could win all three events of the Winter Series. Unfortunately, Harris suffered a second-round defeat to Derek Menholt at the U.S. Street Nationals presented by M&M Transmission in January, ending his initial quest for the huge payday. Although dejected at the time, Harris knew the odds were against him from the start. “I think we all looked at the Million when it first came out and thought it’s not feasible, but then I think when you actually get in the seat where you think you can do it, then it is feasible,” Harris reflected after the loss. “It’s not like I lost it by a thousandth. I lost it by a lot of rounds. I had to go 10 more rounds to be perfect. Is it impossible? No, but it’s a very, very hard task.” Harris admitted at the time that he felt a lot of pressure on himself, which may be why he’s the most well-positioned driver to go after it again. He’s no stranger to feeling pressure – with two PDRA Pro Nitrous world championships, back-to-back PDRA Pro Boost world championships, and the aforementioned Snowbirds victory, he’s been the hunted for much of his career. His recent victory at the inaugural IHRA Triple Crown event in Hebron, Ohio offers Harris a unique shot at redemption, and this time he has prior experience on his side. The final two Triple Crown events will be contested as part of a doubleheader weekend, September 10-13, at Darana – Maple Grove Raceway. If Harris wins both races, he’ll get $1 million. “I’m probably the one person they didn’t want to see win this because I’ve probably got the best chance at the million,” Harris said after his win in Ohio. “I’ve already had a chance at a million one time this year and it didn’t work out, but this is a dream come true. At Snowbirds, I thought it was unattainable until I won the first one, and then I put too much pressure on myself. This time I’m just gonna go out, have fun, and win races.” When looking at whether winning the Triple Crown is a realistic possibility, there’s a variety of factors to consider: the car, the driver, and the competition. All three variables will play a crucial role in either a seven-figure payday, or another heartbreaking loss. First let’s take a look at the car: the Harts Charger-equipped, “Party Time” ’69 Camaro tuned by ProLine Racing’s Brandon Stroud. Harris has found success everywhere in it this season – the DI Winter Series, PDRA, and especially IHRA. In the five IHRA events so far this year (Pro Mod Mania, Triple Crown, and three national events), Harris has four No. 1 qualifiers, two event wins, and two runner-up finishes. His round record is an incredible 20-3 in 2026 IHRA competition. In the one event he didn’t qualify No. 1, he still qualified third, only seven-thousandths of a second from the top spot. His worst performance in eliminations was a semifinal finish at Pro Mod Mania in Milan, Michigan. Not only does Harris routinely have the quickest car on the property, he also has the most consistent, rarely needing to abort a run due to tire shake or parts failure. Other drivers have taken notice, including 2025 World Series of Pro Mod champion Steve King. “He is the most dominant car and driver in Pro Modified since Scotty Cannon in years past,” says King, who also co-hosts the Boost & Bullsh*t podcast with Harris. “Not only is the car running low e.t. of every session, it is also the most consistent car and driver in the field. He is the one car that every racer would pick to be the one to win the million.” Now let’s look at Harris himself. According to “Stat Guy” Chris LeCloux, nobody is better than Harris when it comes to gaining a starting line advantage. LeCloux took the average of the top seven reaction times in eliminations for every driver that has competed in the IHRA this year, and Harris sits atop the list with a .014 average, followed closely by Jacob McNeal and Kye Kelley, who both average an .015 RT. In the final three rounds of competition at the inaugural Triple Crown, Harris went .012, .015, and .019 on the tree. When you pair that with the above-mentioned performance of his car, it’s a nearly unbeatable combination. “I don’t see myself as the baddest man in Pro Mod – I just feel like I’ve been that guy this year,” says Harris. “I’ve got a great car, a great crew, and I drive okay sometimes. Everything adds up. If Brandon Stroud is on and I’m on, we’re unstoppable with the combination we’ve got.” However, as good as he’s been, Harris isn’t perfect. Despite running a nearly identical elapsed time as Melanie Salemi (Harris 3.5992, Salemi 3.5982) in the semifinals at Pro Mod Mania, his -.0142 red light ended his chance immediately. At the two IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series events Harris hasn’t won, he’s suffered the exact opposite issue: uncharacteristically late reaction times. At the season opener in Benson, N.C, Harris was .093 on the tree and lost the final round on a holeshot to 2025/26 DI Winter Series points champion Peter Norton after Norton went .026, allowing his 3.567 to stay ahead of the quicker 3.545 run from Harris. At Virginia Motorsports Park earlier in the season, Harris was even later in the final round (.133 reaction time), giving Tony Wilson the victory. Those examples are clearly the exception, not the rule – even with those hiccups, Harris has been superior overall to every other driver this year. But in the hunt for $1 million, it only takes one hiccup to derail the entire plan. Harris understands that, and has adjusted accordingly. “We just have to do the same thing we’ve been doing,” Harris says. “Race the racetrack, race the guy next to you, and don’t make mistakes. I made some mistakes earlier in the year that cost me some wins, but I learned from those. That’s all you can do as a driver is learn from every little mistake.” And finally, the competition. When I first began looking into this, it appeared to me that winning the IHRA Triple Crown should be less difficult than winning the Elite Million at the DI Winter Series. Notice I didn’t say easy; there’s nothing easy about any of this. Simply less difficult. My reasoning is two-fold. First is simply the quantity of top-tier competitors. When Harris won the Snowbirds, there were 80 Pro Mods on the qualifying sheet. Subsequently, the U.S. Street Nationals featured 70 cars, while the WSOPM had 64. That means at the very least, half the field was going home before eliminations even began. By comparison, the first IHRA Triple Crown race fielded 31 cars. Pro Mod Mania had 25. Fewer cars means fewer teams that can potentially beat you. Second, and perhaps more importantly, is that IHRA features a standard qualifying ladder, while the DI Winter Series uses a chip-draw format for every round. By virtue of his four No. 1 qualifying positions (as well as his No. 3 spot), Harris has the advantage of receiving a more favorable draw throughout eliminations. In fact, according to LeCloux, four out of the five bye runs Harris has received in eliminations this season was by virtue of him being the top qualifier, including the first round of the Triple Crown. In contrast, when Harris qualified No. 1 at the Snowbirds, he still drew Pro Mod legend Mark Micke, who had qualified No. 1 at all three Winter Series events the previous year. It didn’t get any easier after that, as Harris immediately drew No. 2 qualifier Jimmy Taylor in the second round. At the Triple Crown, that matchup wouldn’t be possible until the finals. But while there are clear advantages this time around in his quest for a million dollars, there are still a ton of elite drivers that can knock Harris out of contention – and with (likely) 10 rounds of competition still to go, it only has to happen once. Here’s just a small sample of some of the competition Harris had to outlast in Hebron, and will likely be gunning for him again in September at Maple Grove: DI Winter Series points champion Peter Norton; 2026 U.S. Street Nationals winner and two-time NHRA Pro Mod world champion “Stevie Fast” Jackson; 2026 Shakedown at M’Town winner Paul Gargus, driving the same Scott Tidwell Racing Camaro that earned Aaron Stanfield a 2026 WSOPM championship; 2025 WSOPM champion Steve King; 2024 Snowbirds winner Kye Kelley; 2021 Snowbirds winner and 2026 Pro Mod Mania runner-up Melanie Salemi; as well as a slew of rising young stars like Triple Crown runner-up Jacob McNeal, Kallee Tally, Paige Coughlin, and Mike Decker III. Oh, and let’s not forget Travis Harvey, the $125,000 IHRA Pro Mod Mania winner who missed the first Triple Crown race due to prior obligations with his Carolina N/T series. Harvey is one of just a handful of drivers who can match Harris pound-for-pound with his driving skills, which he proved over the weekend at the PDRA North vs. South Shootout, defeating Harris on a holeshot in the Pro Boost semifinals en route to an event win. Am I rooting for Harris to take home the $1 million? Yes. Do I believe he has a legitimate shot at it? Absolutely. He was correct when he said he’s the one driver who probably has the best shot at it. He has the skills, the car, and the experience to put it all together. He may only have to win 8-9 rounds instead of 10 if he earns more bye runs. But…as great as all that sounds, do I think it’s likely? No. And that’s not a knock on Harris at all. I’ve followed this sport for more than 40 years, and all too often I’ve seen the smallest thing lay waste to the best-laid plans – whether it’s a red light, tire shake, a 20-cent part failure, or simply a hero run by another driver. But if Harris can navigate through all that, he will go down as the only driver in Pro Mod history to ever do it, further cementing his legendary status in the sport. And as for finishing the year out as a millionaire? Harris is pretty blunt about that. “I hope I do. I need it bad. I’m gonna try to keep this thing rolling while I can because you never know when it might stop.” The post Op-Ed: Can Jason Harris Become Pro Mod’s Million Dollar Man? first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced revisions to its remaining 2026 drag racing schedule as the organization continues making significant investments in its facilities and implementing key initiatives designed to strengthen the future of the series. While IHRA fully intended to return to Darana Dragway – Milan, Michigan, Empire Dragway, Darana-Heartland Motorsports Park, and Atlanta Dragway during the 2026 season, the organization has made the difficult decision to remove those events from the current schedule. Over the past several months, IHRA has worked closely with local cities, counties, states, and contractors to complete substantial improvements and upgrades at multiple facilities. As these projects progressed, it became clear that the remaining timeline would not allow the organization to deliver the level of quality, professionalism, safety, and fan experience that IHRA expects from its events. Rather than continue delaying decisions or opening facilities that do not meet those standards, IHRA believes it is important to be transparent with its racers, teams, sponsors, and fans. “We understand many people will be disappointed by this decision, and quite honestly, so are we,” said Dustin Farthing, President of the IHRA. “Our goal must be to build facilities and create experiences that our racers, fans, and communities can be proud of. Working with cities, counties, and contractors on projects of this scale takes time, and we were optimistic about what could be accomplished within our original timeframe. “At the end of the day, the IHRA has a standard that we intend to uphold. Opening a facility that isn’t ready or doesn’t meet our expectations doesn’t benefit our racers, fans, or partners. Rather than continue pushing timelines back, we felt it was important to make a clear decision and continue the work necessary to ensure these facilities open at the level everyone deserves.” In addition to facility improvements, IHRA continues to invest heavily in the future of the organization. These efforts include a fully integrated website, an upgraded ticketing platform, enhanced fan engagement tools, improved operational systems, and several behind-the-scenes initiatives designed to elevate the experience for racers, teams, sponsors, and fans alike. The remainder of the 2026 drag racing season will feature three events: August 13–15: Dragway 42 – West Salem, Ohio (IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series) September 10–13: Darana Raceway at Maple Grove Park – Mohnton, Pennsylvania (IHRA Triple Crown x2) October 8–10: Darana Motorsports Park – Benson, North Carolina (IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series Finals) IHRA appreciates the patience, understanding, and continued support of its racers, teams, sponsors, and fans throughout this transition. The organization remains focused on completing improvements, strengthening operations, and ensuring future events and facilities meet the standards the IHRA community expects and deserves. Fans and racers who have already purchased tickets or paid entry fees for affected events will automatically receive a full refund. Refund processing will begin over the next week, and no action is required unless contacted directly by IHRA. “As President of the IHRA, my responsibility is to do what is best for the long-term success of our organization, our facilities, and the racers, teams, sponsors, and fans who support us,” added Farthing. “Every decision we make will be guided by our commitment to creating first-class experiences that everyone involved can be proud of.” This story was originally published on June 29, 2026. The post IHRA Announces Revised 2026 Drag Racing Schedule first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

After battling through a challenging qualifying effort, four-time NHRA Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown and the AB Motorsports team found their stride when it mattered most, racing to a runner-up finish Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park. The event carried extra significance for Brown and the Matco Tools team. Norwalk serves as a homecoming race with longtime partners Matco Tools and Summit Racing Equipment, headquartered nearby. Earlier in race week, Brown visited both company headquarters to spend time with employees before returning to the racetrack. The weekend also held special meaning for crew chief Brian Corradi, an Ohio native and owner of Master Pizza and Corradi’s Scoops Ice Cream Shop in the Cleveland area. Qualifying proved difficult as Friday and Saturday’s cooler conditions gave way to significantly warmer temperatures on race day. Brown opened qualifying with a solid 3.843-second pass at 329.02 mph before improving to a 3.828 at 329.50 mph during the second session. Despite the quicker elapsed time, Brown slipped to the No. 8 provisional position heading into Saturday. The first round of the Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty Challenge brought a semifinal rematch with Doug Kalitta from Bristol, but Brown encountered problems immediately after the hit and coasted to an 8.045-second run at 75.79 mph. The NHRA Top 75 driver rebounded in the final qualifying session with his quickest run of the weekend, a 3.825 at 310.48 mph. Although the run wasn’t enough to improve his position, he entered eliminations from the No. 14 qualifying spot. Facing one of the toughest opening-round matchups of the day against Leah Pruett, Brown delivered exactly what his team needed. He left first off the starting line and never trailed, posting a 3.763-second run to Pruett’s 3.781 to advance and earn lane choice. Brown continued his charge in the second round against Tony Schumacher. Once again, he was first off the line, and when Schumacher encountered trouble down track, Brown powered to a 3.806-second pass at 329.34 mph to move into the semifinals. The semifinal round tested both drivers as Brown and Clay Millican each battled traction issues shortly after launch. Brown expertly pedaled his Matco Tools Eagle Experience Top Fuel dragster and regained momentum first, advancing to his third final round appearance of the season. In the championship round, Brown squared off against Maddi Gordon. Brown once again won the starting-line battle, but Gordon drove around him before the 300-foot mark to claim the victory with a 3.786-second pass. Brown crossed the finish line in 3.840 seconds to secure the runner-up finish. “To rebound after qualifying, where we had some struggles, and then to come out on race day and throw up a 3.76 on the first lap, and with that really tough first-round matchup against Leah, that was an unbelievable job by our team,” Brown said. “You’ve got to give credit where credit’s due. Maddi came up in that final, and they swung, and they hit a grand slam out of the park right there. We came up there, and we were a little cautious. We wanted to make sure we went down the racetrack. But all in all, it was a great day for our Matco Tools team. We just really wanted to put it in the winner’s circle for Summit and Matco. This was their hometown track. We fell a little short, but at the end of the day, it was a great, great points day.” Brown and the Matco Tools team head west for the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge, July 17-19, at Sonoma Raceway. This story was originally published on June 29, 2026. The post Antron Brown Charges to Final Round at Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

(Words and Photos by Joe Grippo) Arguably the biggest bombshell news story that came out of last year’s PRI show was the legendary Pennsylvania drag strip Maple Grove Raceway being acquired by the newly reinvigorated IHRA sanctioning body. The seismic ripples were felt throughout the drag racing world, but none more than in my neck of the woods. Maple Grove Raceway is my home track, I have been going there since I was child, watching my dad Joe Sr. racing his Mach 1. I was finally able to race at the Grove myself for the first time in 1987, during the High School Challenge in my own Mach 1. For 2026 Grippo Racing is celebrating 30 years of participating in the Grove’s bracket ET Series. We live a mere 20 minutes away, so it really is our home away from home. The off season brought many questions and of course internet fueled rumors of doom and gloom. I’m here to say all is well at Maple Grove Raceway, or as it has been rebranded Darana Raceway Maple Grove Park. Although Mother Nature hampered the start of the season washing away two of our ET Series races and pushing the IHRA Triple Crown National Event to September, a full schedule of events is underway. This past weekend over 300 of some of the toughest bracket racers in the country filed through the gates for the official kickoff of the E.T. Series, all vying for the sizable payouts and IHRA points. Top, Mod, Sportsman, Teen Challenge, Jr Dragsters, Motorcycles and 8.50 Index were contested. General Manager Shane Sweigart and his staff put on efficiently run weekend of racing. Keeping the staging lanes full and moving the program along while always keeping the racing surface consistent and pretty much perfect. Even squeezing in a buyback round each day and a separate Gamblers race on Saturday night. Really the only negative was my driving, turning it red for early exits both days. So, check out the gallery full of Darana Raceway Maple Grove’s local racers and their gorgeous rides. And if you have never tried it yourself, get out and try your hand at bracket racing. You can be competitive in anything, just cut a light and run the number. There are classes from beginners to seasoned veterans. At least hit up a Test & Tune or grudge day, give it shot, you won’t regret it. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL DRAGSTRIP! Darana Raceway Maple Grove Park Grippo’s YouTube Channel Additional photos by James Woodard: 3.61 Media The post A Weekend At The Drags with Joe Grippo: Racing, Photos, And Fun From Darana Raceway Park Maple Grove in Pennsylvania. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

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(Photos by Charles Wickam) Billed as the biggest Father’s Day event in Pueblo, the Father’s Day Car Show at the Pueblo Christian Center is in it’s 8th year and fills up fast on show day. Lucky for us, our Colorado BANGshifter Charles Wickam was on site to snap some photos of all the cool rides to share with all of you. And were there some cool rides! This show has an amazing variety, with everything from traditional hot rods, muscles cars, classic trucks, customs, and even lowriders on had, right next to cool motorcycles as well. This is a great family show and given how car centric the community is in Pueblo, it’s no surprise to us that there was such a good crowd and selection. Check out the first gallery of photos below and we’ll have more coming tomorrow! The post Pueblo’s Biggest Father’s Day Event Is The Father’s Day Car Show! We’ve Got Photos Right Here! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

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The 2026 PDRA season reached its halfway point at MDIR. Here's a recap of all the action from the PDRA North vs South Shootout. View the full article

Aaron Stanfield and the Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage / Melling Performance / Janac Brothers Racing team rallied to victory Sunday at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park. After a lethal display on the starting line through the weekend, including a sharp .001 reaction time in the second round, Stanfield took the victory in the final round on a holeshot, cutting a near-perfect .002 reaction time to hold off a hard-charging Matt Hartford. Stanfield’s 6.626-second elapsed time at 208.75 mph was just enough to defeat Hartford’s quicker 6.597 at 207.98 mph by a thin margin of victory of .0064 seconds. It was Stanfield’s 16th career Pro Stock victory, overall 35th NHRA national event win, and his second victory of the 2026 season. “I definitely knew I was going to have to be pretty good on the tree. Matt’s been driving good here and he’s had a bad race car. I knew I would have to grab some on the tree, and the old hot rod did just enough to pull the win off,” Stanfield said. “Every time Matt and I race, it’s a good race. I’ll be honest though, it’s no secret that it doesn’t matter who I line up against, once I put the helmet on, I’m trying to rip your head off. It feels great as a driver whenever you’re able to do your job and pull off a holeshot win like that. “Sometimes I guess I just wake up on the right side of the bed, and I felt really focused this morning, and I did feel like I was going to have a decent driving day,” Stanfield continued. “The combination of having a clutch linkage in that perfect spot where the fuel is perfect, it puts me in a spot where I can drive good. I try to go up there and do the same thing every time, even in qualifying. I try to be as consistent as I can be.” Stanfield balanced a massive workload over the weekend, pulling double duty behind the wheel of the JHG / Melling / Janac Brothers’ Pro Stock Car and the ProFlow Pumping Solutions / Modern Racing / Elite Motorsports Pro Modified car. He also, through the family business, Stanfield Racing Engines, tuned Factory Stock Showdown entries. “I told (teammate) Erica [Enders] before we ran first round, I said, ‘We’re lucky I don’t put my helmet on backwards.’ But it’s definitely a balancing act and it would not happen without a lot of great people around me in every aspect of racing I’m involved in,” Stanfield explained. “Surround yourself with great people, and that is for sure what I’ve done. And I eat, sleep, and breathe drag racing. So that definitely helped.” Stanfield’s win is a massive boost for Elite Motorsports as they continue their battle to close the gap on the competition. “I know it means the world to all the guys and gals on the Elite team, and, you know, that’s probably the biggest motivation I have is to go out there and do the absolute best I can do, because I know the sacrifice, I know how hard they work,” Stanfield said. “I want to lay it all on the line and do my absolute best for them. We still have a little ways to go. But this team, after every race, they hurry up and get back home and they’re on the dyno trying to find some more power. We’ll be back on top; it’s just a matter of time.” The Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series 2026 schedule takes a two-week break before hitting the West Coast for the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway July 17-19, race one of the two-race Western Swing. The post Aaron Stanfield Picks Up Second Win of the Season in Norwalk first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The Pacific Northwest doesn’t do anything halfway. Towering pines, volcanic high desert, rivers that cut through canyons like they have somewhere to be. It’s the kind of country that practically dares you to load up your rig and disappear for a week. So, when Overland Expo PNW 2026 rolled into the Deschutes County Expo Center in Redmond, Oregon, June 26-28, it felt less like a trade show and more like a homecoming for everyone who’d rather sleep under the stars than under a roof. A Vendor Village That Refused to Quit Walking the show floor was an adventure in itself. With 295 exhibitors on-site, every stroll through the grounds uncovered innovative gear, incredible vehicles, and plenty of “I need that” moments. Our title sponsors set the tone early. Toyota turned heads with an awe-inspiring display anchored by the 1985 Turbo Trail Cruiser; a build based on a 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60 that honors Toyota’s legendary Land Cruiser legacy while flexing some seriously modern engineering and reliability. It was the kind of rig that stops you mid-stride and makes you forget where you were going. Subaru brought a different kind of energy, packing their booth with hands-on demos that covered everything from how to successfully live out of your Subaru to outfitting your rig for adventure and taking it off-road. Practical, inspiring and packed with real-world tips for the Subaru faithful. American Expedition Vehicles showed off several killer vehicles including the Ford Super Duty FXL that they launched earlier this year, and it is STILL drool worthy. Four Wheel Campers and ROA Off-Road proved that home really can come with you, while Dometic turned camp comfort into an art form with coolers, power and gear that blur the line between roughing it and living well. Expion360, showcased batteries and solar set ups that keep the lights on for weeks in the backcountry. Overland Vehicle Systems rolled out awnings, tents, and recovery gear built to take a beating while providing top-class living space in the backcountry. Wanderbox brought out their expedition-ready rigs that really are a home on wheels, Pelican Products showed why their cases survive everything short of the apocalypse, 58 Peaks reminded us that our coffee can get a kick of flavor no matter where we’re brewing it, and Ford’s series of Tremor-equipped rigs had us dreaming of new builds. Then there were the exhibitors who turned browsing into an obsession. Rucker Knives put serious steel in serious hands AND sponsored the Backcountry & Culinary Pavilion. A perfect match for trail ready meals. Tires, Beer, and Good People Our supporting sponsors kept the good times rolling. Nokian Tyres showed up with rubber built for whatever the backcountry throws at you. And pFriem Beer? Let’s just say nobody walked away thirsty after a long day on the grounds. The special area sponsors made the community feel like, well, community. Hankook Tire anchored Bivvy #1, the central hub where strangers became friends, stories got swapped, and future travel plans were solidified. As always, the action at Overland Expo doesn’t stop when the exhibitor rows close. Friday night Happy Hour sponsored by OGO Compost Toilet/Configure Brands kicked off the evening activities. From there, the Women Who Wander Networking Event sponsored by MAXXIS Tires created a welcoming space for female overlanders to connect, share routes, and prove the trail belongs to everyone. And if that wasn’t enough to keep attendees busy during the evening, they could still choose between the Toyota Game Night with plenty of laughs, snacks, and good times, or head over to the Overland Expo Film Festival to get inspired by incredible films showcasing overland journeys from a host of talented filmmakers. This night of adventure films reminded everyone exactly why we do this. Saturday evening, the action kicked off even earlier with Camp Subaru LIVE! delivering tunes and good vibes before Happy Hour sponsored by Guild Outfitters brought everyone together to share stories of good gear, new friendships, and more from the day. Post happy hour, the Overland Expo Foundation once again saw tons of prizes going home with attendees, and it raised $18,000 that will go towards expanding access, protecting trails, and helping the overland community at large. Where the Real Learning Happened Gear gets you started. Skills get you home. That’s why training and education sit at the heart of every Overland Expo. This year, 138 trainees climbed behind the wheel for hands-on driving instruction, working one-on-one with expert instructors on a custom-built off-road course. Recovery drills, technical maneuvers, the works. People who showed up nervous left ready to tackle terrain they’d only dreamed about. The classroom side delivered too. Across 212 sessions and 221 hours of education, attendees soaked up everything from navigation and trip planning to vehicle maintenance and Tread Lightly principles. Beginner or expert, nobody left without learning something new. The Stories Continue Big thanks to our media partners who help tell these stories all year long: OVR Magazine, Off Road Travel TV, OutdoorX4, and Overland Collective. They keep the overlanding spirit alive long after the tents come down. When the dust settled, 16,000 attendees had made the trip to Redmond. That’s 16,000 people who chose community, adventure, and the open road over a quiet weekend at home. The high desert got loud, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Missed It? Don’t Make the Same Mistake Again Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Photo by Overland Expo Here’s the part where the FOMO really kicks in. PNW 2026 is in the books, but the road doesn’t end here. Next stop: Overland Expo Mountain West in Colorado. Picture alpine passes, big mountain air, and a whole new crew of overlanders ready to swap stories and trade trail tips. The vendors, the training, the films, the community, it’s all heading to the Rockies, and you’ve got another chance to be a part of the 2026 Overland Expo road trip. So fuel up, check your tire pressure, and point your rig toward Colorado. The world is out there. Let’s go find it together. Ready to road trip with us? 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Doors that shut and wheels that turn might not sound super exciting, but they require fabrication and time in order to be right and that’s what we dig. This project has been fun to follow, and we can’t wait to see it out on the rocks having fun too. Shannon is back at the fab work on the FJ40, and man this thing is really coming along. In this installment we are sharing two videos that cover making the doors fit, fixing steering issues, and more. There is a lot of fabrication going on in this project, so we hope it inspires you to get out there and start cutting and welding something on your ride this week. Shannon and Jess are moving right along on the FJ40 and things just keep getting better. If you like a Landcruiser, you’ll dig this one. But if restored to factory is your jam, this one might not be quite up your alley. We dig them all, so we are in. If you missed this FJ40 project that Shannon Campbell is working on, we’ve got a link below, but if you are back for the next installment in this build series you are in luck as well. I think this is going to be a fun project, because I love FJ40s, but if you have any ideas of building a custom chassis for your FJ or Jeep, you should check this one out. CLICK HERE IF YOU MISSED ANY OF THE UPDATES ON THIS FJ40 PROJECT SO FAR The post FJ40 Land Cruiser Custom Fabrication: Making Fiberglass Doors Actually Fit, And Making The Steering Work Properly! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article