Update on SpeeDriven’s Record-Chasing V12 Mercedes-Benz
The guys at SpeeDriven, Inc. recently sent us an update on one of their latest projects, this ridiculous Mercedes-Benz SL600. For more details and photos of the build, check out the progress here. Last...
View ArticleGardner Wins June Big Dog Race in Jack Gaddy-Owned Camaro
After a rainout last week, the June edition of Piedmont Dragway’s legendary Big Dog Shootout returned on Thursday night with eight quality cars on the property and fans treated to great competition....
View ArticleDI DRIVER BLOG: Alex Laughlin
NHRA Pro Stock isn’t only one of the most intricate and difficult classes to compete in within drag racing, but also any other kind of motorsports. Everything has to be perfect – there’s no “getting...
View ArticleJohnson Jr., Langdon and Line Race to NHRA Thunder Valley Victories
Tommy Johnson Jr. raced to his first Funny Car victory of the season and 13th of his career Sunday at the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel) and Jason Line (Pro...
View ArticleCastellana Earns First NHRA Pro Mod Win of 2016
Mike Castellana raced to victory Sunday in the NHRA J&A Service Pro Mod Drag Racing Series portion of the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. This weekend’s Pro Mod racing at Bristol Dragway is...
View ArticleGary Phillips Hits 270 MPH En Route to 19th Australian Championship
Gary Phillips has claimed his 19th Australian Championship in his Lucas Oil Alcohol Funny Car en route to his 13th Winternationals win, in front of a huge crowd last weekend at Willowbank Raceway. In...
View ArticleEXCLUSIVE: 275 Radial Star Barry Mitchell Unveils Brand-New Supercharged Pro Mod
Radial tire racer Barry Mitchell shook things up when he sidelined his freshly finished Racecraft Inc-built Fox Body Mustang in favor of purchasing Kyle Huettel’s BAD9ER Racing F-body Camaro in...
View ArticleDI DRIVER BLOG: Megan Meyer
It has been quite a while since my last DI Driver Blog and I apologize to my readers. One thing I can definitely guarantee about this year is there has been no lack of performance from the Randy Meyer...
View ArticleCV Products to Offer Qualifying Bonuses for EOPM Racers
As the Extreme Outlaw Pro Mods (EOPM) invade historic Darlington Dragway on June 25, Drag Race Team Leader Matt Giangrande, of CV Products, has announced that CV Products, in nearby Thomasville, NC,...
View ArticlePOTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP: Keith Berry & Keith Haney Exploring Joining Forces
Could it be possible that Keith Berry and Keith Haney to join forces? Well, that’s the latest. The two Keiths – who are both known for having larger than life personalities and are often the source of...
View ArticleDI RETURN ROAD PRESENTED BY COMETIC: Summit Nationals
The 10th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals is one of the most anticipated events on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule for drivers, teams and fans. It’s the halfway point on...
View ArticleGlidden Scores First Turbo-Powered Pro Mod Win
Billy Glidden raced to victory Sunday in the NHRA J&A Service Pro Mod Drag Racing Series portion of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. This weekend’s Pro Mod racing, presented by The Real...
View ArticleCOMP’s Sportsman Lifters: Tech, Durability, and Affordability in One
There are plenty of lifters out there designed specifically for drag racing. Neither supply nor demand is a problem for these critical components. Cost and durability are. It’s easy to break your...
View ArticlePro Extreme’s Terry Leggett Persevering Through Eye Cancer Battle
In March of this year PDRA Pro Extreme pilot, Terry Leggett, went in for a regular eye checkup. He walked away with a long list of upcoming appointments and treatment options. Leggett had melanoma eye...
View ArticleFranklin Sets Both Ends of Track Record at Darlington EOPM Race
After several oildowns and crashes that ran the Extreme Outlaw Pro Mod (EOPM) event into the very late of night, there were some positive results. CV Products’ Matt Giangrande was on hand to award...
View ArticleBlake and Howell Inducted into New England Hot Rod Hall of Fame
Follow A Dream/Permatex Top Alcohol Funny Car team founder Jay Blake was inducted this past Sunday (June 26) into the New England Hot Rod Hall of Fame at New Hampshire Dragway in Epping, N.H. “I am...
View ArticleGALOT Drivers Dominate in GALOT Motorsports Park Pro Boost
There have been only two unique winners in GALOT Motorsports Pro Boost this season and both of those also happen to come from the GALOT Motorsports camp. Kevin Rivenbark came out swinging this year,...
View ArticleSonny’s Power Takes Harper to Commanding Lead in IHRA Pro Mod
It’s been a dream year for Billy Harper and his IHRA Pro Mod team. Led by crew chief Dennis Radford and assistant crew chief Jim Rowe, Harper has won two of the four IHRA events this year, and has such...
View ArticleDI DRIVER BLOG: Michalek Brothers Racing
Hi everyone, and happy Fourth of July! While we have not been on the track lately, we have been staying busy and making progress to get the car ready by continuing the seemingly never-ending process of...
View ArticleNew Hi-Top Driving Shoes from Stroud Safety
Stroud Safety is excited to present their new Hi-Top Driving Shoe. Featuring premium grade leather and a thin, durable neoprene rubber sole, these new shoes deliver the ultimate in protection, comfort,...
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