Night Before The 500, Kroger Speedfest and Drag racing hightlight the 2005 IRP season
Indianapolis Raceway Park is pleased to announce the racing schedule for the 2005 season. Among the highlights for the 2005 season are the 24th annual Kroger SpeedFest, 51st annual Mac Tools U. S. Nationals, a special return of USAC Thursday Night Thunder and the 60th annual Night Before the 500, USAC Midget series race on May 28th.
Monday, January 31, 2005
David Powers Motorsports Signs Rod Fuller for Top Fuel
Houston-based custom home builder David Powers will field a Top Fuel dragster driven by "Hot Rod" Fuller and tuned by Richard Hogan and Chris Russell in 2005. The group plans to compete at 14 or more races.
Houston-based custom home builder David Powers will field a Top Fuel dragster driven by "Hot Rod" Fuller and tuned by Richard Hogan and Chris Russell in 2005. The group plans to compete at 14 or more races.
The hometown boys are still good buddies
Back in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Greg Anderson and Kevin Smalley played hockey for the Denfeld Hunters. Anderson and Smalley have both moved on and made an impact in their own sports. Anderson literally hit the road. Smalley hit the ice. He played for the UMD Bulldogs for 15 games from 1981-84. He is now wrapping up his first year as the boy's hockey coach at Denfeld. Anderson this week was named the Driver of the Year in motor sports. It's one of the most prestigious awards in racing. But once upon a time they used to "lace them up" together for the Hunters.
Back in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Greg Anderson and Kevin Smalley played hockey for the Denfeld Hunters. Anderson and Smalley have both moved on and made an impact in their own sports. Anderson literally hit the road. Smalley hit the ice. He played for the UMD Bulldogs for 15 games from 1981-84. He is now wrapping up his first year as the boy's hockey coach at Denfeld. Anderson this week was named the Driver of the Year in motor sports. It's one of the most prestigious awards in racing. But once upon a time they used to "lace them up" together for the Hunters.
Barrett-Jackson Shatters Records on Saturday
Records, it is said, are meant to be broken. At the 34th annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale classic car auction Saturday, records weren't merely broken. They were shattered, obliterated and laid to waste in a remarkable bidding frenzy.
Records, it is said, are meant to be broken. At the 34th annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale classic car auction Saturday, records weren't merely broken. They were shattered, obliterated and laid to waste in a remarkable bidding frenzy.
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Gilbertson Announces Contest for a Fan to Drive a Nitro Funny Car
Bob Gilbertson, owner/driver of the Autolite XP Spark Plugs/Prestone Antifreeze nitro Funny Car, is having a contest that will allow a lucky fan the chance to make a license test in his 'Jungle Jim' tribute nitro Funny Car.
Bob Gilbertson, owner/driver of the Autolite XP Spark Plugs/Prestone Antifreeze nitro Funny Car, is having a contest that will allow a lucky fan the chance to make a license test in his 'Jungle Jim' tribute nitro Funny Car.
Congratulations To The Division Champions
My one journey out of the house this winter consisted of a trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania and the 38th annual Division 1 award's banquet. As a long time D-1 guy it's always nice to get to join the racers from the Northeast and award the trophies to the best of the previous year. This year, in addition to the normal winners, the D-1 folks inducted two members into their Hall of Fame and that was one of the highlights of the evening.
My one journey out of the house this winter consisted of a trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania and the 38th annual Division 1 award's banquet. As a long time D-1 guy it's always nice to get to join the racers from the Northeast and award the trophies to the best of the previous year. This year, in addition to the normal winners, the D-1 folks inducted two members into their Hall of Fame and that was one of the highlights of the evening.
The Mad Thrash
After Too Many Sleepless Nights, Our Front-Engined Dragster Is Finally Done, and It Ran 9.38 at 135 MPH to Beat All Comers at the eBay Motors Editors' Charity Challenge.
After Too Many Sleepless Nights, Our Front-Engined Dragster Is Finally Done, and It Ran 9.38 at 135 MPH to Beat All Comers at the eBay Motors Editors' Charity Challenge.
Young drag racer off to fast start
As the driver handpicked to replace the late Darrell Russell, Morgan Lucas desires as much as anyone to prove he was a deserving choice. So far, so good.
As the driver handpicked to replace the late Darrell Russell, Morgan Lucas desires as much as anyone to prove he was a deserving choice. So far, so good.
2005 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series television schedule unveiled
NHRA has unveiled its 2005 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series television schedule, showcasing the fastest cars on the planet exclusively on ESPN2. One of the premier sports entertainment channels on cable, ESPN2 is available in more than 88 million households.
NHRA has unveiled its 2005 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series television schedule, showcasing the fastest cars on the planet exclusively on ESPN2. One of the premier sports entertainment channels on cable, ESPN2 is available in more than 88 million households.
Dixon to tour USS Nimitz
After taking flight at the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series season-opener at Pomona (Calif.) Raceway, Feb. 10-13, two-time NHRA Top Fuel champion and three-time Winternationals winner Larry Dixon will head to San Diego to tour the famed aircraft carrier the USS Nimitz.
After taking flight at the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series season-opener at Pomona (Calif.) Raceway, Feb. 10-13, two-time NHRA Top Fuel champion and three-time Winternationals winner Larry Dixon will head to San Diego to tour the famed aircraft carrier the USS Nimitz.
Woman design team drives new automobile ideas
Although Volvo's newest concept car was designed entirely by a team of seven women, the company is quick to point out it's not a car just for women -- it's a car designed by women, for everyone.
Although Volvo's newest concept car was designed entirely by a team of seven women, the company is quick to point out it's not a car just for women -- it's a car designed by women, for everyone.
Numbers added to divisional designations for Irwindale Dragstrip Summit Series
The ultra-competitive Summit NHRA Drag Racing Series is back with seven Sunday races beginning on March 13 and concluding on August 14 that will determine the track's 2005 drag racing championships.
The ultra-competitive Summit NHRA Drag Racing Series is back with seven Sunday races beginning on March 13 and concluding on August 14 that will determine the track's 2005 drag racing championships.
Saturday, January 29, 2005
Gassers make run on drag strip
Drag strip supporters are pressuring Jackson County commissioners to sign over the lease of the White City track to the Hot Rod Gassers Association, even though the business might not have the deep pockets of other contenders.
Drag strip supporters are pressuring Jackson County commissioners to sign over the lease of the White City track to the Hot Rod Gassers Association, even though the business might not have the deep pockets of other contenders.
Whack a Mole and You Can Buy a Seven-Second Super Stocker this Weekend
A huge congratulations goes out to Greg Anderson for being named the Speed Channel 'Driver of the Year' on Monday night. Along with John Force, who won it in 1996, Greg is only the second drag racer to be so honored and while that's good it begs the question, what about Shirley, 'Big Daddy' and lots of the other drag racing greats? Whatever, let's not worry about the past let's just take pride that one of our own is now recognized as the best driver in the country.
A huge congratulations goes out to Greg Anderson for being named the Speed Channel 'Driver of the Year' on Monday night. Along with John Force, who won it in 1996, Greg is only the second drag racer to be so honored and while that's good it begs the question, what about Shirley, 'Big Daddy' and lots of the other drag racing greats? Whatever, let's not worry about the past let's just take pride that one of our own is now recognized as the best driver in the country.
Phoenix testing continues the ramp-up to the season opener
Worsham is happy, pushing the safety envelope, and IRL meets Drag Racing.
Worsham is happy, pushing the safety envelope, and IRL meets Drag Racing.
Historic deal for Blakemore and Rose Racing
UK Funny Bike racer Tim Blakemore has become the first-ever UK drag bike racer to secure full factory backing. The Blakemore and Rose Racing ZX-12R operation is now an Official Team of Kawasaki Motors UK, enjoying all the benefits which come with the title. Press Officer Augy Harrison's official announcement is now showing on Eurodragster.com.
UK Funny Bike racer Tim Blakemore has become the first-ever UK drag bike racer to secure full factory backing. The Blakemore and Rose Racing ZX-12R operation is now an Official Team of Kawasaki Motors UK, enjoying all the benefits which come with the title. Press Officer Augy Harrison's official announcement is now showing on Eurodragster.com.
Friday, January 28, 2005
Malta Drag Racing Association calendar
If you fancy combining a holiday on a beautiful Mediterranean island with a race event on a state-of-the-art drag strip then the Maltese Drag Racing Association have just released their 2005 calendar of events at Hal-Far Raceway.
If you fancy combining a holiday on a beautiful Mediterranean island with a race event on a state-of-the-art drag strip then the Maltese Drag Racing Association have just released their 2005 calendar of events at Hal-Far Raceway.
Murén returns - and how!
Swedish Pro Stock racer Jan Murén is returning to FIA European Championship competition in 2005 after spending a year out. Jan will be contesting the 2005 season in a Rick Jones Race Cars-built 2003 Pontiac Grand Am with Patterson Racing engine. Jan told Eurodragster.com all about his new ride and his plans for 2005.
Swedish Pro Stock racer Jan Murén is returning to FIA European Championship competition in 2005 after spending a year out. Jan will be contesting the 2005 season in a Rick Jones Race Cars-built 2003 Pontiac Grand Am with Patterson Racing engine. Jan told Eurodragster.com all about his new ride and his plans for 2005.
Drag Racing Lists Updated!
The Drag Racing Lists have been updated with the final stats for the 2004 racing season. Check 'em out and find out where your favorite driver ranks! Thanks to Danny White and Phil Cottingham. We are hard at work on a brand new online solution that will allow updates within 24 HOURS! Hope to have that up within a month. For now, enjoy one of the last of the "old school" text file updates at draglist.com.
The Drag Racing Lists have been updated with the final stats for the 2004 racing season. Check 'em out and find out where your favorite driver ranks! Thanks to Danny White and Phil Cottingham. We are hard at work on a brand new online solution that will allow updates within 24 HOURS! Hope to have that up within a month. For now, enjoy one of the last of the "old school" text file updates at draglist.com.
Thursday, January 27, 2005
Veteran racers Benza and Martino team up for 2005
Northeast drag racing veterans Tom Martino and Bob Benza have joined forces for 2005 to field at least one Pro Stock car with Benza driving and Martino tuning their handmade powerplants. The duo has tentative plans to race at 15 national events.
Northeast drag racing veterans Tom Martino and Bob Benza have joined forces for 2005 to field at least one Pro Stock car with Benza driving and Martino tuning their handmade powerplants. The duo has tentative plans to race at 15 national events.
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