What is the schedule for NHRA for 2022?
2022 NHRA CAMPING WORLD DRAG RACING SERIES SCHEDULEFeb. 17-20Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.comPomona, Calif.Sept. 15-18Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals presented by PennzoilReading, Pa.Sept. 23-25NHRA Carolina NationalsCharlotte, N.C.Sept. 30-Oct. 2NHRA Midwest NationalsSt. Louis21 more rows•Sep 16, 2021
Is Houston Raceway closing?
Houston Raceway Park to End 35-year Legacy After 2022 NHRA National Event.
What is the schedule for the NHRA?
2021 NHRA Schedule & TicketsMarch 2021. Mar. 11 - 14. AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. ... April 2021. Apr. 16 - 18. DENSO Spark Plugs NHRA Four-Wide Nationals. ... May 2021. May. 14 - 16. ... June 2021. Jun. 11 - 13. ... July 2021. Jul. 16 - 18. ... August 2021. Aug. 13 - 15. ... September 2021. Sep. 01 - 05. ... October 2021. Oct. 07 - 10.More items...
How many NHRA divisions are there?
Regional and divisional events: Races feature NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series points competition within NHRA's seven geographic divisions.
Why is NHRA leaving Phoenix?
The facility, which opened as Firebird International Raceway in 1983, is shuttering to make room for a new overpass and roadway for an Interstate 10 highway extension. NHRA's 2023 race there will be the series' last stop there.
Where will tx2k 2023 be held?
Promoter Peter Blach makes the surprise announcement that TX 2K23 will return to Houston Raceway Park.
Who is the most famous NHRA driver?
John ForceJohn Force is probably the most well-known driver in NHRA history. He has 97 career victories in funny car and won the NHRA championships 10 times. He was the first driver to pass the 320 mph mark and is the only driver who has 13 wins in one season. He is also the only driver to have won the Driver of the Year (1996).
Is NHRA coming back to Joliet Illinois?
For the first time since 2019 the Camping World NHRA series will be racing in Joliet, the NHRA announced its 2023 schedule and Joliet was the 6th of 21 events.
Who is the oldest NHRA driver?
In 2009, he became the first driver in NHRA history to compete and become the fastest driver at over 78 years old at the final event of the 2009 season at Pomona driving in the Top Fuel category....Chris KaramesinesBornNovember 11, 1931 Detroit, Michigan, United StatesAwards2 more rows
How much does a Top Fuel dragster engine cost?
about $500,000While a pro mod drag car will run anywhere from $275,000 to $350,000, a Top Fuel dragster costs about $500,000. Top Fuel engines that displace 496 cubic inches are most common, and these cars can weigh about 1,000 kilograms. Top Fuel dragsters can produce over 6,000 horsepower.
How long do Top Fuel engines last?
around 12 passesDue to the forces involved, a dragster engine has to be completely replaced after around 12 passes. No engine lasts long in Top Fuel drag racing.
How much fuel does a Top Fuel dragster use in a quarter-mile?
NHRA Top Fuel dragsters and Funny Cars consume between four and five gallons of fuel during a quarter-mile run, which is equivalent to between 16 and 20 gallons per mile!
What is going to happen to Houston Raceway Park?
It's the end of an era. The Houston Raceway Park in Baytown is closing after decades of providing fun. Memories have been made at this track, seen as a place for racing enthusiasts to gather, also seen as a second home for many over the years. The track was not just a place that hosted major national events.
Is drag racing going away?
Ambitious renovations will preserve the Los Angeles market for NHRA drag racing. Both NHRA, L.A. County Fairplex delegates assure that Auto Club Raceway will remain in place.
Is Texas Motorplex closing?
In 1988, NHRA announced the new Houston Raceway Park as a means of keeping NHRA drag racing in Texas with the departure of the Texas Motorplex for a brief stay with the IHRA. Today, NHRA and the track located in Baytown, Tex., have announced the 2022 NHRA Springnationals, April 22-24, will be its final national event.
Is Atlanta Dragway being torn down?
On October 25th, 2021, I was fortunate enough for the opportunity to document the final days of Commerce, Georgia's Atlanta Dragway just five days from the exchange of ownership and the demolition of the 45 year-old racetrack.