Drag Strips

Orlando Speed World Dragway has ignited a new debate in the racing world by announcing a total ban on fully electric vehicles from its dragstrip – not just in competition, but also during test and tune days – effective immediately. The move, revealed in a January 8 press release from the Central Florida facility, cites safety concerns tied to battery technology and emergency response capabilities, and draws a stark line in the sand on how traditional motorsports venues are approaching the rise o

There are wins – and then there are moments that change how a racer is defined. For Jason Harris, the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals didn’t just add another trophy to an already decorated career. It placed him at the center of the most unforgiving competitive environment in modern drag racing – and demanded that he prove it, five times in a row. “This was the pinnacle of my career,” Harris said. “I’ve won championships. I’ve won a lot of races. I’ve never gotten the type of press that I’ve go

If you’ve ever been staring through a windshield onto the open racetrack ahead, you understand how drag racing can extend a few intense seconds into a lifelong memory. For those lucky enough to be caught in the crosshairs of Robert Richard’s viewfinder, that millisecond of action will be expertly immortalized in an effort to transport you right back into the driver’s seat. And the 21-year-old professional photographer wouldn’t have it any other way, because the most unexpected shot is absolutely

Turbocharged street/strip cars need the right torque converter. Here's what goes into picking the correct converter. View the full article

Milodon releases a new oil pan for Challengers and Chargers that uses Drag Pak technology to keep oil in the sump and out of the breathers.View the full article

For Samuel Peterson, drag racing is the only life he’s ever known. The 24-year-old track prep specialist and event promoter based out of Michigan has been immersed in the sport thanks to a deeply rooted family legacy that stretches across multiple generations of dragstrip operators. Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in DI #197, the 30 Under 30 Issue, in November/December 2025. “Before I was born, my mom and dad worked at Rockingham Dragway,” Peterson says. “My grandpa, Steve Earwoo

The IHRA announced its 2026 event and championship payouts for 2026, including three big-money specialty races.View the full article

It was a big decision to race NHRA Pro Stock at the age of 19, and it’s certainly one that requires a healthy dose of confidence. Brandon Miller, though, doesn’t come off like a guy with a big ego. He’s authentically humble, dedicated, and grateful. Truthfully, working for his dream doesn’t leave much time for overconfidence, and more often than not, you’ll see an almost shy smile on his face as he prepares to step into his family-owned Dodge Dart. Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared

Will Smith wrapped up the 2025 season not knowing exactly what his 2026 season would look like. After hoisting an IHRA Ironman in Top Alcohol Dragster over the summer and making his Nitro Funny Car debut to close out the season, Smith had established himself as a proven wheelman in the nitro ranks. Randy Gloede and the folks at SCAG Racing took notice of Smith’s initiative on and off the track over the last several years, and now Smith’s 2026 outlook is clear. He’s set to run his first-ever full

After a horrific crash last month at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks, nobody would have blamed four-time PDRA Pro Nitrous world champion Jim Halsey if he missed the final two races of the 2025/2026 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service. Halsey admitted that in the moments immediately following the wreck, he wondered if he should step away from racing. But sitting back and watching simply isn’t in his DNA. He and his team have been thrashing e

Texas-based American Communications Construction (ACC) and Aloha Beauty Lounge have each extended its primary sponsorship of NHRA Top Fuel driver Tony Schumacher and the No. 15 Top Fuel dragster he pilots for Rick Ware Racing (RWR) through the 2032 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. This long-term agreement will have the winningest Top Fuel driver in NHRA history in a 12,000-horsepower dragster for a fourth decade, allowing Schumacher to add to his 88 event wins and series-best ei

One of the biggest seasons in NHRA history is set for a massive opening, as the 75th anniversary season in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series officially gets underway with the NHRA Gatornationals on March 5-8 at legendary Gainesville Raceway. The historic race and venue will get an added touch this season to kick off NHRA’s milestone year, with a lineup full of legends scheduled to appear to start the celebration. Some of the sport’s biggest names – including Kenny Bernstein, Don Garlit

Chassis Engineering is offering their high-quality chassis components at new lower prices, the company announced today. This move reflects Chassis Engineering’s commitment to giving back to racers, especially in today’s economy. Now, the high-quality, precision-manufactured chassis components that have made Chassis Engineering a major player in the racing aftermarket for 45 years – all designed and made in the USA and based out of South Florida – are more accessible than ever to the racer/builde

Orlando Speedworld Dragway has banned electric vehicles. The track cites safety risks as reason for the vehicle ban. View the full article

Former No Prep Kings star Kayla Morton traded in her fire suit for a microphone last month at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks, joining FloRacing’s live broadcast team in Bradenton, Florida for the first race of the 2025/2026 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service. Morton dove headfirst into her new role, relishing the opportunity to record top-end interviews during qualifying and eliminations, offer in-depth reporting from the pits, and even call

At just 22, Bryce Micke is helping carry one of drag racing’s most respected family names into the next generation. As a key crew member on Mark Micke’s twin-turbo M&M Transmission ’69 Camaro, Bryce plays a hands-on role in one of the most talked-about programs in Pro Mod. When he’s not helping his uncle chase wins at the biggest Pro Mod events in the country, he’s behind the wheel of his own turbocharged Top Dragster – or back home at M&M Transmission, machining, welding, and learning t

Sunoco debuts EPX, a high-oxygen ethanol fuel capable of handling 30+ psi of boost, solving the issues found in pump E85.View the full article

By any historical measure, drag racing has always evolved in waves – eras defined by cars, personalities, venues, and moments that only fully reveal their importance years later. But every so often, something emerges that refuses easy comparison, something that doesn’t fit neatly into the established timelines. According to Brian Lohnes, that’s exactly what’s happening right now with the Drag Illustrated Winter Series. “I really thought about this,” Lohnes said during The Wes Buck Show. “And

Former No Prep Kings star Nate Sayler arrived in Bradenton, Florida last December for the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks with high hopes. Piloting his brand-new screw-blown ’67 Mustang, built by Quarter-Max Racing and powered by a ProLine MH8 4.9 Hemi, Sayler appeared primed for a breakout performance. Unfortunately, the car backfired on the starting line in Q1, forcing the team to ship in parts overnight and putting them behind the eight ball all weekend. In the final

Stroud Safety, the Oklahoma City-based motorsports safety manufacturer trusted by racers across every major discipline, announced today that John Gentry has been named Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Gentry has served as Stroud Safety’s National Sales Manager since February 2019 and has been an integral part of the company’s continued growth and success. In his new role, he will oversee Stroud Safety’s global revenue strategy, including sales, partnerships, and long-term business development, w

Growing up in Odessa, Texas, Mikel McQueen didn’t have many distractions – just baseball, work, wide-open spaces, and drag racing. Now 24, he’s become one of the most accomplished young bracket racers in the region, collecting wins and championships at a rapid pace. Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in DI #197, the 30 Under 30 Issue, in November/December 2025. McQueen’s path started generations before he ever sat in a car. His great-grandfather helped fund the construction of the l

Ryan Martin made history Wednesday, clocking the first pass in the 3-second zone on 28x10.5 tires, a 3.94 at 198 mph.View the full article

After initially being left off the event schedule, the fan-favorite True 10.5 class is poised to return January 23-25 for the U.S. Street Nationals presented by M&M Transmission, the second race of the Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, once again competing for $40,000. True 10.5 was originally scheduled to only appear at The Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks and the World Series of Pro Mod. But with the immense popularity of the class, combin

THE WES BUCK SHOW — EPISODE 410 “NEW YEAR, NEW MILLION?” IT’S 2026. WE’RE BACK. AND WE’RE ALREADY TALKIN’ BIG MONEY AND BAD FAST HOT RODS. To kick off the new year, we’ve got a couple of absolute hammers joining us to break it all down and fire it all up. First up, NHRA’s own Brian Lohnes, the voice of the sport, the man behind the mic, and the guy who’s gonna help us set the tone for a huge season ahead. He’s fresh off the mic from the DI Winter Series and bringing the takes, the in

At just 27 years old, Sydney Marshall is already the face of a new generation in drag racing. He grew up at the racetrack, learned every inch of it from the ground up, and now runs one of the most active racetracks in Florida – Orlando Speed World Dragway. Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in DI #197, the 30 Under 30 Issue, in November/December 2025.  Growing up in central Florida, Marshall spent his earliest weekends at the track, tagging along as his father raced in local bracket