Tag: drag racing
47th Annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals
The 47th Annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals concludes the Full Throttle Drag Racing Series. Filled with drama at this historic racetrack, the event promises to keep ...
27th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals
Forming part of the Full Throttle Drag Series the 27th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals became a fixture on the tour in 1985. This awesome track was constructed by Charlie Allen, who used to be a ...
57th Annual Mac Tools U.S. Nationals
The Mac Tools U.S. Nationals by Lucas Oil will see masses of NHRA fans and racers heading to the track on Labor Day weekend. This event is known as the most prestigious and richest on the drag ...
John Force Dominates
John Force is a name in the racing industry that is associated with success, determination, and a passion for the sport of drag racing. Not only does he own John Force Racing, but he is also a ...
NHRA Summer Nationals
Since opening in 1989, Heartland Park Topeka has become a popular racing event venue, with its dragstrip hitting the headlines with record-breaking performances. One of the more noteworthy of ...
NHRA Summit Racing Southern Nationals
The 31st annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals is considered to be one of the toughest of the NHRA series to claim a victory on. The heat of the action is magnified as ...
2011 NHRA Kicks Off in Style
The Auto Club Raceway, Pomona, was abuzz with excitement as the 2011 NHRA/a> Full Throttle Drag Racing Series got underway. There were some concerns as the weather during the qualifying days was ...
LA Invasion
Fans of Muscle Cars won’t want to miss the LA Invasion. Taking place on Memorial Day Weekend, the event kicks off with the Rim of the World Cruise on Saturday. Those taking part in the ...
Daytona Turkey Run 2009
From 26 – 29 November 2009, the Daytona International Speedway will be overrun by thousands of show quality vehicles, which include Mustangs, Rods, Muscle Cars, antique vehicles and custom ...
Drag Racing
When most people think of drag racing, Top Fuel dragsters are what commonly come to mind. With their huge rear tires, long bodies, spindly front wheels and flame-belching engines, Top Fuel drag racing is one of the most distinctive types of auto racing. Both NHRA sanctioned Top Fuel categories feature cars that exceed 325 miles […]
Mario Andretti
Mario Andretti – a name spoken with respect in auto racing circles. A master on the Formula One and NASCAR track, Mario Adretti has certainly left a major mark on the history of auto racing. Andretti, an Italian-American, has had a remarkable driving career with 4 IndyCar title wins and numerous F1 victories. Mario Gabriele […]
Shanghai International Speedway
Viewed from overhead, the shape of Shanghai International Speedway is reminiscent of the Chinese symbol “Shang,” which translates as “high” or “above.” According to computer simulations, current-generation Formula 1 cars will lap the track in about 1:34 at an average speed close to 205 kilometers per hour (roughly 127.4 mph). On the longest, 1175 meter ...
