North Central Division News

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