Tag Archives: Charlotte Motor Speedway

Anderson and company determined, refocused, and hungry for more

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

After Summit Racing Equipment Pontiac GXP driver Greg Anderson earned his fourth world title in 2010, he was hearty in defense for much of the 2011 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series season and fueled with resolve, but in the end, … Continue reading →

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Kent’s Pistonator Pro Stocker will carry Charter colors

Posted on September 20, 2011 by

Steve Kent’s Pistonator Pontiac Pro Stocker will showcase the colors of longtime associate sponsor Charter Communications for the remainder of the season beginning at this weekend’s O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals at zMAX Dragway. Steve Kent Racing and Charter Communications … Continue reading →

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Smith back racing after accident; looks for Pro Mod win in Charlotte

Posted on September 19, 2011 by

Any athlete can tell you that the road to recovery is not an easy one. For many, it can be a long, stressful situation filled with questions and doubt. For NHRA Get Screened America Pro Mod Drag Racing Series driver … Continue reading →

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Schumacher scheduled for Full Throttle appearance at Charlotte-area Bass Pro Shops

Posted on September 18, 2011 by

With seven world titles, Top Fuel driver Tony Schumacher obviously knows a thing or two about maneuvering through the six-race Countdown to the Championship. He also knows how to win over fans, who will have the opportunity to meet the … Continue reading →

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Tasca ready to make a move in Countdown playoffs

Posted on September 17, 2011 by

In the world of NHRA Funny Car racing, Robert Hight’s amazing championship run from the 10th-place points position in 2009 continues to be the one that each and every driver south of fifth place looks to for inspiration once the … Continue reading →

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NHRA drivers revved up for O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals

Posted on September 14, 2011 by

The O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals at zMAX Dragway Sept. 15-18 will feature a spectacular night qualifying session Friday and high-speed family fun the entire weekend as the NHRA begins the six-race NHRA Countdown to the Championship, and NHRA’s drivers … Continue reading →

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Force unveils 9/11 tribute car, honors first responders at zMAX Dragway

Posted on September 11, 2011 by

Surrounded by men who were among the first to respond at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, 15-time NHRA Funny Car champion John Force unveiled a commemorative 9/11 paint scheme Wednesday at zMAX Dragway in advance of the … Continue reading →

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Stanfield weathers roller-coaster ride, stays the course

Posted on July 8, 2011 by

Pro Stock driver Greg Stanfield wasted no time stating his intentions when he ripped into the 2011 season of NHRA Full Throttle Series Drag Racing and finished in the final round at the season-opening Kragen O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals presented … Continue reading →

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Tasca ready to launch his ‘rocket ship’ during Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

For NHRA Funny Car pilot Bob Tasca III, the June 17-19 Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals presented by Tri-Cities Area Ford Dealers will be the perfect launchpad to unleash the power of his rocket ship. Tasca counted Thunder Valley among … Continue reading →

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Worsham to do burnout on pit road prior to Coca-Cola 600

Posted on May 29, 2011 by

NHRA Top Fuel points leader Del Worsham will be a loud, smoky part of the pre-race festivities prior to Sunday’s 52nd running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway when he executes a burnout on pit road. Worsham is … Continue reading →

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