The Original JEGS SportsNationals will return to Beech Bend Raceway Park on May 21–24, 2026, bringing four days of NHRA-sanctioned sportsman drag racing to one of the sport’s most historic venues. The event will be part of the NHRA North Central Division and take place during a milestone season celebrating 75 years of NHRA Championship Drag Racing and 70 years of Beech Bend Raceway Park. The JEGS SportsNationals will feature Stock and Super Stock Class Eliminations, with comp

VP Racing Fuels and the NHRA North Central Division have announced a multi‑year partnership beginning with the 2026 season, highlighted by the continuation of the VP Racing Fuels Run for the Drum, a program exclusive to the North Central Division. The VP Racing Fuels Run for the Drum rewards racers who execute a perfect package a .000 reaction time combined with running exactly on their index or dial‑in to the thousandth during eliminations at any NHRA North Central Division

To help ensure all competitors have an opportunity to receive updates and participate in polls or discussions, the NHRA Sportsman Racer Advisory Council (SRAC) has created a simple way for competitors to stay connected. Competitors can now submit their contact information for the SRAC group most relevant to their category. Sign up here to stay connected: SRAC – Stay Connected | Competitor Sign-Up Being involved and active whether through conversations at the track or away

This past weekend, during the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Divisional Event at World Wide Technology Raceway, a meaningful new chapter was added to the 75th Anniversary celebration of NHRA competition. The Jr. Street class made its official debut, marking the next evolution of youth participation within the NHRA and reinforcing the organization’s long-standing commitment to developing the future of motorsports. The Jr. Street program was contested in a single-day format on Sa

The NHRA North Central Division proudly announces the third consecutive year of the Equal‑i‑zer Sway Control Hitches Top Dragster and Top Sportsman Shootout and Low Qualifier Program, continuing a successful initiative that rewards outstanding qualifying performance throughout the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season. ​ Recognized for producing some of the quickest and most competitive Top Dragster and Top Sportsman fields in the country, the North Central Division has once ag

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The NHRA North Central Division is proud to announce a new partnership with GMPartsNow.com , bringing added support and excitement to Stock and Super Stock competition during the 2026 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season. GMPartsNow.com , a trusted source for genuine General Motors replacement and performance parts, will award $200 to the No. 1 qualifier in both Stock and Super Stock at each of the eight NHRA North Central Division events . This new prog

The NHRA North Central Division has released the final update to the 2026 Chassis Inspection Seminar schedule, providing Sportsman racers with multiple remaining opportunities to complete their NHRA Chassis Certifications before the upcoming season. This is the LAST CALL for all remaining Chassis Inspection Seminars. If you happened to miss one earlier in the year, these upcoming seminars represent your final chance to complete new or renewal inspections before the season get

The NHRA is proud to announce that nominations are now officially open for the “51 Legends of the Divisions” program, presented by Quarter-Max Racing, as part of the organization’s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026. This special initiative honors the racers, track operators, and innovators who have made a lasting impact on the sport of drag racing at the divisional level. Rooted in NHRA’s founding year of 1951, each of the seven divisions will recognize 51 individuals wh

The Oakley Motorsports Super Quick Series enters an exciting new era in 2026, expanding its championship lineup, unveiling new junior categories, and awarding NHRA 75th Anniversary Wally trophies to event winners throughout the season. With a strong multi‑track schedule and increased opportunities for competitors of all ages, the 2026 season further establishes the Oakley Motorsports Super Quick program as one of the premier specialty racing series in the NHRA Sportsman lands

NEW ALEXANDRIA, Pa. (April 3, 2026) – NHRA officials are excited to announce that Keystone Raceway Park has returned to the NHRA Member Track Network in NHRA’s North Central Division (Division 3). Located in New Alexandria, Pa., just outside of Pittsburgh, Keystone Raceway Park is a standout 1/4-mile dragstrip with a large group of local racers. Keystone Raceway Park boasts a long history dating back to the 1980s and offers a full schedule and a variety of events. The tr

DULUTH, Ga. (March 17, 2026) – Fendt® , a leading provider of advanced agricultural machinery and smart farming solutions, today announced a targeted regional sponsorship with the National Hot Rod Association’s (NHRA) North Central Division 3. The sponsorship expands Fendt’s relationship with the NHRA and introduces the Fendt Championship Bonus Award , a program designed to recognize top-performing sportsman racers in the Super Comp, Super Gas and Super Street classes duri

Date: March 28 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (includes a scheduled lunch break) Location: TEC Building – Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park Course Fee: $40 per individual Registration Deadline: March 20 at 5:00 PM RSVP / Questions: wtharpe@nhra.com When seconds matter, skill, preparation, and clear decision-making save lives. To help safety teams meet that moment, the NHRA North Central Division is hosting a specialized, one‑day Incident Response Training Course built spec

The 2026 season is underway, and with it begins the celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the NHRA . To honor the racers, track operators, and innovators who helped build the sport of drag racing, NHRA is launching the “51 Legends of the Divisions” program, presented by Quarter-Max Racing . Why 51? It celebrates 1951 , the founding year of NHRA. Each division will recognize 51 Legends , nominated and voted on by their peers. Honorees will receive a special-editio

Hoosier Racing Tire has been named the presenting sponsor of the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Series, the world’s largest motorsports program when it comes to racer participation, as part of an impressive expansion for the 2026 season. Hoosier Racing Tire has been named the presenting sponsor of the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Series, the world’s largest motorsports program when it comes to racer participation, as part of an impressive expansion for the 2026 season. The popu

One of the most prestigious and anticipated events in sportsman drag racing, the JEGS Allstars, is gearing up for its return to the historic Texas Motorplex, taking place October 13–18, 2026, during the NHRA FallNationals and the Motorplex’s renowned Stampede of Speed. The JEGS Allstars remains a celebrated race‑within‑a‑race for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, bringing together the best racers from 10 categories across all seven NHRA geographic division s . Competitor

The NHRA North Central Division proudly announces its 2026 racing schedule, launching during the NHRA’s historic 75th Anniversary season . This milestone year will include special events, commemorative celebrations, and the awarding of exclusive 75th Anniversary Wally trophies at select races. As North Central Division Director William Tharpe noted, the 2026 season will showcase some of the most competitive racing in the country, supported by a loyal community of NHRA compet

Reminder to verify grade points for 2026! With entries to the 2026 Gatornationals and FMP Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs opening on January 7 and NHRA offices closed December 22-January 2, racers are urged to verify their grade point level prior to the holiday break. Any discrepancy should be brought to the attention of your division office for verification.

INDIANAPOLIS (Dec. 11, 2025) – Heading into its 75th anniversary season, NHRA has announced the full category schedule for all racing classes that will compete in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national events during the highly anticipated celebratory 2026 campaign. Along with the full category schedule, NHRA also announced purse increase payouts of nearly 15 percent at national events for racers in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series

In advance of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026, NHRA has created commemorative new logos for each of its seven geographical divisions, the first update to iconic logos in decades and one that represents a unified design without losing the individuality that racers and fans have associated with their home divisions for decades. Each of the logos still continue the division’s familiar mottos – “We Are #1 for Division 1; Second to None” for Division 2; “Land of the Wi

The NHRA North Central Division is proud to announce the reopening of its Hall of Fame after a brief hiatus, continuing the tradition of honoring individuals whose contributions have shaped the sport of drag racing in our region. This year, we are privileged to induct two iconic figures: the late Irvin Johns and Bill “Redman” Floyd. Both men left an indelible mark on the North Central Division, embodying the passion and dedication that define our racing community. Irvin Johns

Updated: November 12, 2025 at 2:51pm (PST) Good Afternoon Lucas Series Racers, Due to the unfavorable forecast this weekend, the decision has been made to go directly into Round 1 of Eliminations tomorrow morning, November 13th, for STK, SS, SC, and SG. The intention is to run the event to completion tomorrow in these categories. While an unpopular decision for all concerned, we feel this is the best course of action to complete the event and championships in your categories.

NHRA, working in conjunction with our SRAC representatives and Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series host facilities, will be implementing a series of format and scheduling changes for the 2026 season. These updates will help ensure the long-term success of TAD & TAFC racing across the country by creating opportunities for race teams of all budgets to compete for National and Regional Championships and increase field sizes for our Member Tracks and fans. Highlights include a 24-race

INDIANAPOLIS – Set to celebrate its 75th anniversary season in 2026, NHRA is thrilled to announce the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series schedule for the upcoming year. The category, which showcases the best and most decorated sportsman drivers in drag racing, will compete at standout facilities across the United States and Canada, and the schedule features several exciting highlights for the 2026 season, including: 47 divisional events, including 14 double-divisional ev

Brownsburg, IN — Due to the impending weather forecast for this weekend, the NHRA North Central Division announces the cancellation of the Fall Classic National Open and the Oakley Motorsports Super Quick Series event. After thorough evaluation of all rescheduling possibilities, it was determined that securing an alternative date is not feasible given the conflicting commitments of all parties involved. The Law Chevrolet Super Quick Series Shootout, originally scheduled to t

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The North Central Division delivered a powerful performance at the 41st annual JEGS Allstars, held during the NHRA...