by Susan Wade Wed, 2022-10-19 20:20
It was such a juicy idea, and Rob Wendland just knew it would help Johnny Gray win Funny Car trophies and championships for Don Schumacher Racing.
His colleagues thought he was crazy, he said, but he kept telling himself, “This is going to be as cool as hell.”
The crew chief knew that just the right kind of shoe, an appropriate one with just the right kind of sole, helps “read” the racetrack. And reading the racetrack correctly then tuning the car accordingly is at least one secret to success in drag racing. So, he figured, “Why go with ‘appropriate’ when you could have perfect?”
by Bobby Bennett; Photos by Rhonda McCole Tue, 2022-10-18 19:11
Hollywood couldn't have written a better script.
Competition Eliminator racer Adam Hickey needed a miracle in the worst way. Hickey came into the Texas NHRA FallNationals as third in points behind Greg Kamplain and Chase Williams in the Rooftec D4 Competition Eliminator Bonus Fund.
The 2022 Comp Eliminator Bonus Fund rewards Competition Eliminator racers from NHRA's Division 4 who finish in the top ten on the divisional level. The fund, which pays out a total fund of $225,000, delivered a winner's prize of $100,000. The runner-up still pocketed $20,000. The remaining funds were dispersed to the top ten CEBF point earners.
by Susan Wade Tue, 2022-10-18 18:20
Current and four-time Pro Stock champion Erica Enders is the 2021 recipient of the Mike Aiello Award.
CompetitionPlus.com owner and publisher Bobby Bennett made the surprise presentation at the close of qualifying Saturday during the NHRA FallNationals at Texas Motorplex at Ennis, near Dallas.
The honor, commonly referred to as “The Spirit of Drag Racing Award,” recognizes someone who has persevered and remained positive in spite of hardship.