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A Glimpse into the Golden Era: Drag Racing in the 1960s

The 1960s were a transformative period for sdrag racing, a time when the sport was still in its raw, unrefined form, far ...
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5 drag racing legends who ruled the quarter mile in the 1970s

The 1970s was a golden era for drag racing, a time when legends were made on the quarter-mile strip. This period saw the rise of several icons who left an indelible mark on the sport, driving some of ...
Newsweek

Major Manufacturer Confirms Surprising NHRA Exit After Two Decades In Sport

Toyota Motor North America has announced its decision to withdraw from the NHRA Drag Racing series after the 2025 season, ending a partnership that has spanned more than two decades. Toyota's ...
The New York Times

Drag racing’s John Force, 16-time champion, retires after record-setting career

John Force, 76, holds the record for most all-time NHRA wins with 157. Mark J. Rebilas / Imagn Images Drag racing great John Force announced his retirement Thursday after an unmatched 46-year career.
The Drive

NHRA Top Fuel Dragster Blows Past 300 MPH in 1/8-Mile, Sets All-Time Record

A new milestone in drag racing has been reached: Mike Salinas is the first person in the National Hot Rod Association’s (NHRA) history to go 300 mph in the 1/8th mile. Drivers have gotten within one ...