North Central Division News

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