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The 54th edition of the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks continues Friday at Bradenton Motorsports Park with two final qualifying sessions scheduled for the heads-up classes, including the headlining Pro Mod division. Friday’s qualifying sessions will set the field for eliminations, which will begin Saturday to get ahead of rain predicted for Sunday. The historic event serves as the opening race of the second annual Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A

The 2025 season of NHRA’s Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series was marked by a strong effort in pursuit of the world championship by NHRA Comp Eliminator racer Taylor Chomiski. In 2026, Chomiski is determined to turn the No. 5 on his window into a No. 1, and with Blind Frog Ranch on board as primary partner for the second consecutive season, they will together embark upon what they’ve coined the “Chasing Gold” tour. “First and foremost, I have to say thank you to Duane Ollinger and all the folks at

Trackside Systems, the industry’s leading race-operations and ticketing platform, has announced its acquisition of Accutime Timing Systems, drag racing’s most advanced and accurate timing system. The announcement comes as Trackside prepares for its largest presence ever at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show, where the newly unified platform will be showcased for the first time. The acquisition brings together Accutime’s proven timing accuracy with Trackside’s modern digital operation

Jim Halsey and Jeff Rudolf were involved in a scary crash at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals. Both drivers walked away from the incident.View the full article

When you have an idea like putting a 1,400 horsepower Coyote into a 1972 C10 and going drag racing, you need a friend like Bigun.View the full article

Four-time PDRA world champion Jason Harris rocketed to the top of the Pro Mod qualifying order Thursday night at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks. Competing in the first race of the three-race 2025/2026 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service at Bradenton Motorsports Park, Harris recorded a 3.560-second pass at 211.20 mph in his Harts Charger-boosted “Party Time” ’69 Camaro to lead what is already a record-setting 32-car field with two qualifying se

During the second Pro Mod qualifying session at the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks at Bradenton Motorsports Park, drivers Jeff Rudolf and Jim Halsey were involved in a top-end crash that saw both drivers impact the retaining walls in the shutdown area.    Rudolf and Halsey exited their cars under their own power and were examined on site by EMS staff. Rudolf was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.  This story was originally published on December 4, 2

Drag Illustrated is proud to announce that Hart’s Turbo and the rapidly growing Hart’s Charger centrifugal supercharger division have signed on as major sponsors of the Drag Illustrated Winter Series Presented by J&A Service. The Missouri-based manufacturer has exploded onto the drag racing scene in recent years – first through its industry-leading turbocharger program and most recently with the late-2024 debut of the Hart’s Charger supercharger unit, which made an immediate impact across mu

The 2025 Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks at Bradenton Motorsports Park is officially underway with Thursday qualifying. Due to rain in the Sunday forecast, race officials moved up the event schedule. The plan is now to complete qualifying on Thursday and Friday before going into eliminations Saturday and crowning winners on Saturday night. The historic event serves as the opening race of the second annual Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, a

Edelbrock’s Muskrat is the wildest build at SEMA 2025. It’s a 1,500hp, twin-turbo big-block Chevy stuffed into a Tesla Model S body.View the full article

Shelton Motorsports is charging into the 2025/2026 Drag Illustrated Series presented by J&A Service with a major new partnership, announcing earlier this week a technical and operational alliance with Killin’ Time Racing (KTR). The collaboration takes effect immediately as the team prepares for this weekend’s Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks at Bradenton Motorsports Park. The two-car effort features Stan Shelton and Kevin Rivenbark, who will wheel a pair of supercharg

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) announced a major enhancement to the 2025 PRI Show with the debut of the PRI Paddock, a new activation at the grand entrance of the Indiana Convention Center. A centerpiece of the experience is the Show’s iconic hanging car, this year represented by the Matco Tools Top Fuel dragster driven by four-time NHRA Top Fuel Champion Antron Brown, continuing a long-standing PRI tradition. The Paddock includes a live stage featuring exclusive live interviews and stand

Two-time NHRA Funny Car world champion Cruz Pedregon confirmed Wednesday that crew chief Jason Bunker has departed Cruz Pedregon Racing (CPR) to pursue other opportunities. The team issued a brief statement wishing Bunker well as both sides move forward. After flashes of strong performance in 2025—including a playoff-opening win at the NHRA Reading Nationals—Pedregon says the move aligns with a larger effort to reshape the program for long-term success. “With this transition, CPR is fully focu

Motorsports track operators, promoters, and sanctioning body leadership and staff will have a dedicated headquarters to conduct business, learn from industry leaders, and grow their professional networks at the 2025 PRI Show. Happening Dec. 11-13 in rooms 240-245 of the Indiana Convention Center, T.O.P.S. HQ Presented by MyRacePass.com will offer over 42 sessions and learning opportunities designed to help racetrack professionals strengthen their business. Beyond the educational sessions, th

AFCO’s Accelerator Series coilovers deliver a smooth ride and upgrade-ready design for street rods, cruisers, and street/strip builds.View the full article

Intercooler pumps play a big role in helping a boosted engine make horsepower. Here's a look at why these pumps are so important. View the full article

Joey Hiykel owns the LS stock block record, but he wants more. Hiykel is looking for a three-second pass with his Beater Bomb Mustang.View the full article

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has named Leah Martin as President, where she will oversee the organization’s operations across its various motorsports disciplines and support ongoing efforts to establish consistent structure and strategy within the sanctioning body. Martin’s background includes leadership roles in national nonprofit organizations, along with her work as Executive Director of the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, one of the largest powerboating events in the world. S

Elite Motorsports, the largest professional drag racing team in the NHRA, has announced Michelle Domagala as its newly appointed Vice President, Operations and Partnerships. Domagala, who has served as the Administrator for PRO (Professional Racers Owners Organization) for the past 18 years, will work with Elite Motorsports owner and President Richard Freeman in acquiring new partnerships, maintaining current relationships and building the Elite Motorsports brand both on and off the racetrac

Drag Illustrated announced today that Pro Line Racing Engines will continue as a major partner of the Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, extending one of the most influential technical and competitive relationships in modern Pro Mod racing. The partnership once again includes the popular $5,000 Off The Trailer Bonus, awarded to the provisional No. 1 qualifier during the opening round of Pro Mod qualifying at the World Series of Pro Mod. Pro Line Racing Engines has b

Drag Illustrated today announced that Strange Engineering, one of the most respected and enduring brands in the drag racing industry, will continue its major sponsorship of the Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service for the 2025-26 season. The partnership extends a relationship that spans decades of innovation, racer support, and championship-winning performance. Known for its world-class driveline and suspension components, Strange Engineering has long been a trusted al

Drag Illustrated announced today that FuelTech has expanded its long-standing relationship with the Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, coming onboard as a major sponsor for the 2025-26 season. The partnership strengthens one of the most meaningful alliances in modern doorslammer drag racing and underscores FuelTech’s commitment to supporting Pro Mod teams and the global doorslammer community. Few brands are as deeply ingrained in modern high-horsepower racing as Fue

Following a full season spent chasing records, championships, and big-money wins across the sport’s most competitive series, Pro Modified stars from the U.S., Canada, and beyond are once again heading to Bradenton Motorsports Park this week for the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals presented by Motion Raceworks. Set for Dec. 4-7, the $50,000-to-win showdown officially kicks off the 2025/2026 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, a three-race, eighth-mile Pro Mod championship payin

FloRacing and Drag Illustrated announced today that two of the most recognizable voices in modern drag racing – Brian Lohnes, the voice of NHRA on FOX, and Kayla Morton, No Prep Kings star and longtime fan favorite – will join the broadcast talent roster for the 2025-26 Drag Illustrated Winter Series presented by J&A Service, further elevating the live streaming experience for one of the most anticipated championship series in doorslammer racing. FloRacing, the official live streaming pa

John Force Racing has now expanded to a four car team again. Alexis DeJoria will pilot a fourth JFR car in 2026.View the full article