Final Update & Last Call: 2026 NHRA North Central Division Chassis Seminars

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 gets underway.

Several additional dates and locations have been added, with a few final details still to be confirmed before the start of the season. Racers are encouraged to plan ahead and take advantage of one of these remaining opportunities.

NHRA‑licensed Chassis Inspectors will be on-site to perform both new and renewal inspections, ensuring all vehicles meet current NHRA safety requirements.

For questions or to coordinate directly with an inspector, please refer to the NHRA Chassis Inspector Contact Information available on NHRARacer.com or simply click on the link: Chassis Inspector Locator | NHRA

2026 NHRA North Central Division Chassis Inspection Seminar Schedule

Apr 26^th – US 131 Motorsports Park – Martin, MI

Contact: Jason Peterson 269-672-7800 Email: jason@us131msp.com

May 2^nd – 3rd - Byron Dragway - Byron, IL

Click here: http://byrondragway.com 

May 9^th - Kuhnle Motorsports Park - Thompson, OH

Email:  nicky@kuhnlemotorsports.com 

May 30^th - Wagler Motorsports Park - Lyons, IN 

Email:  april@waglercompetiton.com

Revised: April 19, 2026

Important Information

Vehicle Preparation Requirements:

To ensure a smooth, timely, and complete inspection, racers must have vehicles properly prepared:

• Open‑wheel cars and roadsters must have the body removed so the inspector can access all required areas.

• Full‑bodied cars must be raised high enough for the chassis inspector to visually access and evaluate every component underneath the vehicle.

Vehicles that are not properly prepared may not be inspected.

Inspection Costs and NHRA Coverage:

• NHRA covers all inspector travel and lodging expenses for every seminar event.

• The Sportsman Chassis Certification fee is $170 and includes a chassis tag valid for three (3) years.

• Chassis tags expire on the last day of the month punched, plus three years.

Need to Contact an NHRA Chassis Inspector?

Racers looking for additional information, clarification, or to connect with an NHRA‑licensed chassis inspector may use the official NHRA Chassis Inspector Locator, available at: https://www.nhra.com/chassis-inspector-locator

This resource provides the most current list of inspectors across all divisions and is recommended for any racer seeking direct contact or additional inspection options.

A Convenient Way to Prepare for the 2026 Season.

These seminars offer racers an efficient opportunity to complete chassis certification before their season begin. Competitors are encouraged to attend the most convenient location and bring any required documentation along with their prepared vehicle.

Additional seminar dates will be published as soon as they are finalized.