Musi/Franklin win 2018 Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars  Jason Harris takes Musi power to Championship victory PITTSBORO, N.C. (Nov. 1, 2018): The 2018 Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars is one for the history books. Although a quick look at the 2018 season Pro Nitrous pole setters shows incredible parity in the class, all but one of those drivers relies on Musi Racing Engines power. When it was all said and done after Virginia, a Musi driver was on top of the pack seven out of eight events, with Jay Cox giving Buck Racing Engines one lone #1 qualifier award at the second tour stop. The incredible part of the Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars dynamic is that only one driver was able to repeat the pole position all year. Musi customers extend domination of Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars  Cox keeps Buck Engines alive PITTSBORO, N.C. (Sept. 16, 2018): While two races remain on the 2018 PDRA Tour, Musi Racing Engines customers have so thoroughly dominated the season that It’s now become impossible for anyone to top Musi Racing Engines in the 2018 version of Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars. The Musi engines camp has achieved four of the five low qualifier awards, but, thus far, only one driver has repeat this feat. Tommy Franklin scored both low ET of the recent Drag Wars and won the event with solid command of the Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC competition. His 959 Musi engine powered him to a pack-leading 3.710 at 202 MPH. Top and Pro Junior points battles are the closest in PDRA history PITTSBORO, N.C. (August 31, 2018): The 2018 PDRA season is now halfway over and points battles are starting to shape up with clear leaders. Three races remain for teams to make their push for a PDRA Championship. In CoolShirt Pro Junior Dragster Makala Stevens and Anthony Suppers are tied for first with 1058 points each. Most of the field remains close behind, and it’s still feasible for any of the top 10 Pro Junior drivers to make a run at the 2018 Championship. What’s even more impressive for these young drivers is that it’s both Makala’s and Anthony’s first year following the PDRA tour. PDRA: Faith, Family and Racing PITTSBORO, N.C. (July 24, 2018): There’s often reason for celebration at the race track. Each event, winners are crowned and someone goes home with a shiny new trophy and some hard-earned cash. It’s one of the main reasons we show up at the track week after week. But, most are quick to also realize that though the cars and speed are part of the passion, it’s the people who make it all worthwhile. And even when we celebrate performance, it’s really the people behind the accomplishments we’re cheering on. One of the PDRA mottos was fully lived out at the recent Firecracker Nationals, as people celebrated in a whole new way. Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars Heats Up PITTSBORO, N.C. (July 10, 2018): The PDRA is now officially halfway through the 2018 season and a clear leader has begun to emerge in the Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars. Musi Racing Engines drivers have now taken the Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC pole position in three of the four contested events. No driver has yet to repeat as low qualifier, but engine builder bragging rights currently belong to the Musi camp. At the season opener, Tommy Franklin scored low qualifying ET in his 959 cubic inch Musi powerplant. At the next event at Maryland International Raceway, Jay Cox scored a lone Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars... Quick Drive Improves Quickest Doorslammer Award  $1000 goes to quickest doorslammer in year end grudge match PITTSBORO, N.C. (June 22, 2018): PDRA and Quick Drive recently initiated the Quickest Extreme Doorslammer Award. The original program was open to all PDRA professional doorslammer classes. However, in light of recent category changes, Quick Drive and the PDRA are proud to announce some exciting new changes. The Quickest Extreme Doorslammer Award will play on the parity between the wildly popular Moroso Pro Boost and Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC categories. The initial premise of the program remains the same: beginning at the upcoming Firecracker Nationals, June 28-30, the quickest.... PDRA family Asking For Your Help The entire PDRA Community was rocked by news yesterday that one of our own, Big Don Ellison and his wife Calli Ellison received news that Don has colon cancer. This means the focus on their Race Hard Apparel business and Calling for the PDRA has to be put on immediate hold, whilst Don undergoes treatment with Calli by his side. The God Speed Ministry has partnered with the PDRA to set up this Bridge The Gap Fund to assist with expenses, as they do not have insurance. Thank you for your kindness, love and prayers. Note: 100% of all donations go to the designated recipient with credit card fees and expenses covered by GSM. PDRA Takes a Second Look at Pro Extreme PITTSBORO, N.C. (June 14, 2018): This season the PDRA has worked diligently to revive the Pro Extreme category, which has, in recent years, been losing racer support. The PDRA secured new sponsors and programs designed to ensure the class’ longevity with the series. Unfortunately, racer support continued to wane. A small handful of racers remained faithful to the class, but the lack of strong competition was evident. “The competition is not there,” began PDRA’s Bob Harris. “While the racers appreciated the PDRA paying the full payout for races for only a few Pro Extreme cars, they expressed they would rather enjoy strong competition... 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Quick Drive seeks to recognize car and driver performance that doesn’t always show up through top qualifying positions or win lights, so they developed the Quickest Extreme Doorslammer Award. Beginning at this weekend’s PDRA Summer Drags, the quickest doorslammer pass will be recognized, regardless of whether the pass happens during qualifying or eliminations. When all is said and done one person will be leading the pack in Quick Drive’s Quickest Doorslammer Award. ‘Bottles Vs. Blowers’ Grudge Race Headlines PDRA Summer Drags The eighth-mile competitors of the Professional Drag Racers Association will kick off the summer portion of their eight-race season this weekend at the PDRA Summer Drags, May 31-June 2, at US 131 Motorsports Park. The event will feature a variety of exciting one-off races and competitions in addition to the standard qualifying and eliminations for the PDRA’s six professional classes and seven sportsman categories. Among the special races is a “Bottles vs. Blowers” grudge race between two of the biggest stars in Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC and Moroso Pro Boost. Randy Weatherford, who won his first Pro Nitrous... PDRA Welcomes New Sponsor AED Performance PITTSBORO, N.C. (May 23, 2018): The PDRA is proud to announce that AED Performance has joined the ever-growing team of partners and sponsors that help make the PDRA a success. AED Performance will have a midway presence at PDRA events held at GALOT Motorsports Park and Virginia Motorsports Park. For 36 years, AED has helped racers reach the winner’s circle with their high performance carburetors and fuel systems, offering both off-the-shelf and custom pieces. AED boasts several Carb Shootout Winners and Best Out-of-the-Box Awards. Bottles Or Blowers? (May 15, 2018) The age-old question will be answered at the upcoming PDRA Summer Drags at US 131 Motorsports Park in Martin MI, during Friday night’s always-legendary third qualifying session. Pro Nitrous winner of the North vs. South Shootout, Randy Weatherford, will take on Pro Boost winner from the same event, Tommy D’Aprile in Al Billes' supercharged Chevy Camaro. These two classes - Pro Nitrous and Pro Boost - routinely attract fields exceeding 20 entries, and showcase the individual power adders running against their own breed. Friday night’s “Blower vs. Bottle” race will be a throwback to the early days of Pro Mod racing. PDRA Reemphasizes Commitment to Pro Extreme PITTSBORO, N.C. (May 11, 2018): Earlier this year, PDRA announced new partners for its Pro Extreme category including title sponsor Bryant Industrial Crane and Rigging, presenting sponsor ProLine Racing and sponsor of the Low Qualifier Award, Quick Drive. Companies, racers and the PDRA recognize the value of the class which boasts the quickest and fastest eighth-mile cars on the planet. It was the premier class when eighth-mile Pro Mod racing got its start and is still a fan favorite. PDRA has been committed to the class since the organization began and is not wavering in their devotion. Musi Racing Engines and Buck Racing Engines take early lead in Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars PITTSBORO, N.C. (May 9, 2018): With two races complete on the 2018 PDRA Tour, there’s no clear favorite yet in the Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars. The East Coast Nationals winner came as no surprise since Musi Racing Engines has dominated the Wars with various customers since the program began. But Buck Racing Engines quickly answered back at the North-South Shootout, staking their claim in the Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars with impressive runs by Jay Cox. Longtime Musi customer and back-to-back Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC World Champion Tommy Franklin took home the coveted... God Speed Ministry Increases Support of the PDRA KINGS MTN, N.C. (May 1, 2018): God Speed Ministry is increasing their support of the PDRA in 2018 by providing chaplains on the midway. A stationary location will make it easy for racers, sponsors, officials and fans to locate a chaplain. The God Speed Ministry display on the midway will be staffed by Chaplains Joe and Debbie Sannutti at all events except Michigan and Ohio. Bibles, decals, books and other giveaways will be available. T-shirts are available for a suggested donation. God Speed Ministry introduces the Road Sign Seek 'n Find activity for children of all ages. Children (and parents) can go to the display to get details of how to play. PDRA is Bringing Back Long Burnouts PITTSBORO, N.C. (April 25, 2018): Racing is certainly about competition, but no one denies the fact that it’s also built on entertainment. The PDRA believes strongly in the entertainment value it offers. This year the organization debuted a unique competition within each race for Pro Stock and Top Sportsman. During the last round of qualifying run on Friday night, Pro Stock and Top Sportsman show off their long, smokey burnouts through a burnout competition. Race Hard Apparel is sponsoring the Pro Stock Burnout Competition. Classic Graphix has stepped up to sponsor the Top Sportsman Burnout Competition. Tommy Gray will return in Undertaker for 2018 PITTSBORO, N.C. (April 19, 2018): Tommy Gray is synonymous with his Undertaker persona. Always a fan favorite, he epitomizes Pro Modified. Gray missed the PDRA season opener, lacking an available car after selling his graveyard-themed Corvette. His new 2018 Corvette is being built by Jerry Bickel, but won’t be done until August. Gray went into full attack mode to find a backup. Fortunately, there was a good fit to be found. “The new car was supposed to be done last month, but now it won’t be ready until August,” told Gray. “We sold the old car to a guy in Alabama. I ran an ad the other week on Facebook... Pro Outlaw 632 Welcomes Event Sponsors PITTSBORO, N.C. (April 16, 2018): East Side Auto Transport Pro Outlaw 632 will now be contested at all events on the PDRA tour thanks to new event sponsors. Jarvis Marine will present Pro Outlaw 632 for the May 3-5 event, the North-South Shootout at Maryland International Raceway. C&C Pumping Services stepped up for the Summer Drags and Edmunds Metal Works will present the class at the Super Strip Nationals as the PDRA visits National Trail Raceway for the first time. Pro Outlaw 632 returned this year with great enthusiasm. Class sponsor East Side Auto Transport has been a major influence in the class... Cox, Leggett, Ray, Morton and Williford Claim PDRA East Coast Spring Nationals Victories Competitors from the Tar Heel State nearly swept the Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA) East Coast Spring Nationals as Jay Cox led a host of fellow North Carolinians into the winner’s circle at GALOT Motorsports Park. Cox, from nearby Smithfield, recorded a string of 3.6-second passes to secure the season-opening win in Switzer Dynamics Pro Nitrous presented by MoTeC over 2014 Pro Nitrous world champion Jason Harris. Joining Cox in victory were Pinetown’s Terry Leggett in Bryant Industrial Pro Extreme presented by Pro Line Racing, Jacksonville’s Elijah Morton in Liberty’s Gears Extreme Pro Stock... Gilbert Motorsports Recognizes Value of Starting Young PITTSBORO, N.C. (April 3, 2018): The Virginia-based team of Gilbert Motorsports has been involved in the PDRA for years, running Top Sportsman and Juniors. They were drawn to the PDRA by the family atmosphere and values that reflect their own. When the opportunity arose to get involved on another level, owner Kris Gilbert jumped at the chance. Gilbert Motorsports will present Top Junior Dragster action this season. While the organization was officially founded in 1996, owner Kris Gilbert has been in one form of motorsports or another since the late ‘80s. He began in motocross before transitioning to drag racing... Racing Junk Joins PDRA Family as Official Classifieds PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 30, 2018): RacingJunk.com, the World's #1 Racing & Performance Classifieds since 1999, is a one-stop shop for buying, selling or trading performance motorsports products and services. From race cars, hot rods and classics, engines and engine parts, to trailers and RVs, RacingJunk.com classifieds reach into every niche of the performance industry. RacingJunk.com is trusted and supported by over 850,000 registered members, and it’s where over two million visitors per month come to buy, sell, and trade online, read the latest industry news, and... Edelbrock Bracket Bash PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 27, 2018): The Edelbrock Bracket Bash is a favorite category among PDRA racers. It provides a place for the local racer to come compete alongside the stars of the PDRA and experience the PDRA family firsthand. Edelbrock has returned to sponsor the Bracket Bash for a second consecutive season. One of the most recognizable names in motorsports, Edelbrock became a forerunner in automotive aftermarket parts. Vic Edelbrock Sr. bought his first hot rod in 1938. He built upon his mechanical knowledge, already honed in his own shop, to begin machining parts. His parts... CoolShirt Systems Pro Junior Dragster Gears Up for 2018 Season PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 26, 2018): Since its inception, the PDRA had always been a big proponent of Junior Dragster racing. Raising the next generation of drag racers is not something the PDRA wants left up to chance, so kid racers have held a permanent place in PDRA racing. Many across motorsports hold this same passion for the next generation and CoolShirt Systems and Gilbert Motorsports have stepped up to sponsor Pro and Top Junior Dragster for the 2018 season. For over 20 years CoolShirt Systems has been a leader in personal cooling systems. The technology that was developed... Atomizer Racing Injectors Outlaw 10.5 will run at four PDRA events in 2018 PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 22, 2018): Outlaw 10.5 will return to the PDRA schedule in 2018 thanks to backer Atomizer Racing Injectors. The class will be contested at four events this season: the East Coast Spring Nationals at GALOT Motorsports Park, April 5-7, the Firecracker Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park, June 28-30, the Super Strip Nationals at National Trail Raceway, July 19-21 and the World Finals at Virginia Motorsports Park, October 18-20. Atomizer Racing Injectors Outlaw 10.5 will run for a PDRA World Championship and has the opportunity to grow into a full schedule in the future. VP Racing Fuels Expands PDRA Sponsorship PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 15, 2018): A partnership as old as the PDRA continues again now in its fifth season as VP retains rights as the Official Fuel of the PDRA. In the company’s commitment to solidify its position as the world leader in race fuel technology, VP Racing Fuels has increased their support of PDRA and its racers. In addition to being the Official Fuel of the PDRA, VP Racing Fuels is also now the Official Fuel Additive of the PDRA. “The strength of the VP partnership speaks to VP’s commitment to the racer,” stated PDRA Marketing Director, Will Smith. “We’re grateful for the leadership role... MagnaFuel Top Sportsman Continues to Thrive PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 14, 2018): MagnaFuel Top Sportsman has regularly produced the largest fields in the PDRA, garnering up to 100 participants at a single event. The Pro Mod spinoff has continued to grow in prestige through the PDRA. MagnaFuel, a leader in high performance fuel systems, will back Top Sportsman again in 2018. Since 1995, MagnaFuel has designed and manufactured premium high-performance fuel systems, which the company continues to develop working with professional racers. MagnaFuel is able to deliver high-end features and race-proven durability... PERFORMANCE BY FISHER RACING ADDS LUCAS OIL PRODUCTS TO THE MIX LIMA, OHIO (March 12, 2018) Kathy and Kevin Fisher are excited to announce the addition of Lucas Oil Products to the Performance by Fisher Racing stable. The new partnership also includes offering trackside support, as well as a full array of Lucas Oil Products, at each of the eight stops on the 2018 PDRA tour. The Fisher’s are heading into 2018 following one of their strongest seasons to date, which included winning the 2017 PDRA Indy Showdown Top Dragster crown and ultimately finishing 3rd in the PDRA Lucas Oil Top Dragster standings. Lucas Oil Top Dragster Heads Into New Era PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 7, 2018): After the huge success of the pilot program for Top Sportsman in 2017, the PDRA opened Lucas Oil Top Dragster up to include both Elite Top Dragster and the Top Dragster 32 category. Lucas Oil Top Dragster has been well supported by racers across the country and this program will allow the field to grow without sacrificing the performance and integrity of the category. Lucas Oil will usher Top Dragster into this new era, continuing their multi-year backing of the class. Lucas Oil is known for their unmatched support in motorsports, going above and beyond to support teams, series... PDRA Announces 2018 Contingency PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 6, 2018): The Professional Drag Racers Association is proud to announce the 2018 contingency postings for all categories. There is over $120,000 available to PDRA racers this season. Twenty-nine of the industry’s top companies have backed the PDRA and its racers to reward winners, runner up finishers and low qualifiers throughout the season with cash, gift certificates and product.“We’re extremely excited to have all of these great companies on board this season,” stated PDRA Marketing Director, Will Smith. “These companies value racers and prioritize giving back to their customers. PDRA Welcomes Stand 21 as Official Safety Equipment Partner PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 2, 2018): Stand 21 makes the highest quality, made-to-order safety gear for motorsports genres worldwide. The company’s 48 year history has built a reputation of quality in their base of France and abroad. Nearly a decade ago, top drag race teams recognized the need for higher quality safety gear and reached out to Stand 21 founder Yves Morizot requesting a drag racing-specific line. The company responded with unsurpassed head-to-toe driver coverage now chosen by names such as Steve Torrence, Doug Kalitta, Larry Dixon, Cruz Pedregon, Alexis DeJoria, and Jonnie Lindberg, among others. Door Slammers Plus Recognizes Value of Junior Racers PITTSBORO, N.C. (March 1, 2018): There’s no arguing that the creation of junior dragsters has greatly increased participation in the sport, providing an easy entry and often growing into either a serious hobby or a lifetime profession. Some of today’s top drivers got their start in the junior ranks. Despite their inherent value for the future of the sport, the classes can often get overlooked. For Joe and Betty Edwards of Door Slammers Plus, quite the opposite is true. The couple believe strongly in junior dragster racers, supporting the PDRA Top and Pro Junior Dragster classes in impactful ways. Drag 965 Pro Extreme Motorcycle Ready for Turbos PITTSBORO, N.C. (February 26, 2018): The upcoming season of Drag 965 Pro Extreme Motorcycle will arguably be the most exciting in class history. For the first time, turbocharged applications will compete alongside the nitrous mainstays. Primary backer for the class, Drag 965, will usher PXM into this new era, continuing their multi-year sponsorship of the class. Drag 965 will also back PXM teams like reigning champ, Travis Davis. The organization, led by Sheikh Mohammad Khaled Al-Sabah, has done a lot of good in the sport, backing teams, classes and series purely for the love of drag racing. PDRA TS 32 and TD 32 Payout Increased Thanks to Generous Class Support PITTSBORO, N.C. (February 20, 2018): Due to outstanding participation from racers and expanded sponsor support, Top Sportsman 32 and Top Dragster 32 will see a payout increase from runner up down. Top Sportsman 32 will enter its second season this year. This will be the first season for Top Dragster 32. Since the PDRA’s inception, TS and TD have grown in number of entries to allow for these ‘32’ classes. If 42 or more entries in TS or TD make a qualifying pass, the class is split into Elite 16 and a second 32 car field. Both the 32 classes and the Elite 16 classes will crown world... Flatout Gaskets Takes Nitrous Wars Into Third Straight Season PITTSBORO, N.C. (February 12, 2018): It’s been one of the most popular racing programs to hit the stage in recent years, in no small part because of the incredible entertainment and competition it births. The Flatout Gaskets Nitrous Wars have been known by no other name as Flatout has retained unmatched support of the program since its inception. Flatout Gaskets now takes the Nitrous Wars into its third season. The program, which gives a platform to Pro Nitrous engine builders and their drivers, both showcases these companies and gives way to friendly competition. Birthed out of unofficial smack talk, the Flatout... ALL FOCUSED PLUCHINO RACING (Feb. 9, 2018) - BOOM!! One of the most talk about classes coming into 2018 is East Side Auto Transport Pro Outlaw 632! Comments are flying around Facebook with one “Young Gun” that wants to SMOKE his competition. That being non other then Johnny Pluchino! Exciting is one way to put Johnny as a driver. Always keeping fans on the edge of their seat with his “Bring It ON” racing mentality. This is is second year entering PDRA competition. Johnny states, “I first want to thank the PDRA and East Side Auto Transport for the stage. Second and most importantly, I want to thank my Dad, Dominic Addeo and... Switzer Dynamics, MoTeC and JESEL continue Pro Nitrous sponsorships in 2018 PITTSBORO, N.C. (February 3, 2018): The strength of PDRA Pro Nitrous is indelibly connected to the long standing commitment of class sponsors. Since the PDRA’s inception, Switzer Dynamics has held title rights to the class, showing an incredible devotion to nitrous racers. Together with MoTeC Systems East, the class’ presenting sponsor, Switzer Dynamics has aided Pro Nitrous in becoming a favorite category among racers and fans alike. “Switzer Dynamics is proud to announce it will be continuing its sponsorship of the Pro Nitrous class for the 2018 season,” stated Brandon... Bryant Industrial Crane and Rigging Pro Extreme presented by ProLine Racing gears up for 2018 Quick Drive continues support with #1 Qualifier Award - PITTSBORO, N.C. (January 25, 2018): PDRA’s Pro Extreme category welcomes new sponsorship for 2018. Bryant Industrial Crane and Rigging has come on board as the class title sponsor. ProLine Racing is the presenting sponsor. The class offers a unique niche in Pro Modified racing, a place for outlaws who continually want to push the limits. The class has no shortage of entertainment value and is ready to rock this season thanks to new sponsorship. For 35 years Bryant Industrial Crane and Rigging has been serving customers with the most technologically advanced cranes. "The Bender" Coming To The PDRA In 2018 (Jan. 22, 2018) - Top Dragster racer and owner of Bednar's Auto Service in Ocala, Florida, Brian Bednar, aka "The Bender" is thrilled to announce that with the support of FTI Performance of Deland, Florida, he will be running the entire eight race PDRA series in 2018. Brian is honored to bring a new sponsor to the PDRA in FTI. FTI is the premier torque converter and transmission manufacturer in the racing industry. With multiple big money bracket race winners and all of the NHRA and IHRA 8.90 and 9.90 World Champions in 2017 utilizing FTI performance products, this makes the perfect combination. MOROSO announced as PDRA Pro Boost Sponsor for the 2018 Championship Series (Jan. 16, 2018) - Industry Heavyweight MOROSO Celebrates it's 50th Anniversary in the Performance Products business by partnering with the PDRA. MOROSO will be the Class Naming Rights Sponsor for the break-out, crowd pleasing, Pro Boost category for the 2018 PDRA Championship season. Scott Hall, MOROSO Sales Engineer and PDRA Race Supplies Manager shared what brought MOROSO to partner with the PDRA and the Pro Boost class in 2018........"We see huge past, present and future business within the PDRA, based on the high percentage of teams utilizing our top... - VIEW 2017 Archived News Articles - VIEW 2016 Archived News Articles - VIEW 2015 Archived News Articles - VIEW 2014 (Inaugural Season) Archived News Articles