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During Q3 of the 2025 Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway, Cruz Pedregon made his qualifying pass with one front body latch of his Funny Car not properly closed and locked. This violation resulted in a disqualification from Q3 and a $2,500 fine. During Q4 of the same event at Brainerd International Raceway, Ida Zetterström made her qualifying pass with the parachute safety tethers not properly installed on her Top Fuel Dragster. This violation resulted

During eliminations of the 2025 DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals, Cody Coughlin displayed unsportsmanlike behavior and comments toward a competitor. While no fine or point deduction was issued, Mr. Coughlin received a formal warning for participant conduct. Any future incidents of this nature will result in disciplinary action. During the Lucas Oil events at Numedia Dragway, both Daniel Lynch and Ken Robinson were found to have made modifications to their helmets to act as blinder

The idea that racers should be able to “race freely” at Indy is at odds with the goal of maintaining fair, factored competition in Stock and Super Stock. In fact, Indy provides some of the best data NHRA can collect. That said, the committee believes the AHFS should remain on for the Indy event, just like any other national or divisional event. Indy is part of the official qualifying/elapsed time (Q/E) data, and horsepower adjustments made are based on the same rules that app

The NHRA Technical Department has released additional 2025 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2025 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under Tech, then Rules on NHRARacer.com. These amendments include the following changes…See the latest amendments document for complete details. Section 18, Funny Car, Frame, Roll Cage Padding – Roll cage padding requirements updated Section 19, Top F

The NHRA Technical Department has released the 19th edition of the 2025 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement. Unless otherwise noted in this document, the additional amendments included in this release will come into effect immediately. The 2025 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement, 19th Release can be found under Tech, then Rules on NHRARacer.com. Notable changes include… A/Fuel Eliminator rule set updated Nostalgia Top Fuel, crank triggers

Following E1of the 2025 Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals, a post-run inspection revealed that Cameron Ferre’s SFI Spec 6.2 clutch bellhousing and flywheel shield did not have all required bolts installed on the inspection cover or adjustment slot. This violation resulted in a disqualification from E1. 73238

NHRA has announced that the Automatic Horsepower Factoring system will be used during this year’s NHRA U.S. Nationals. As a result, runs made by Stock and Super Stock competitors at any time during the event will count towards class averages, used to trigger index or horsepower reviews. 73237

July 22, 2025 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Chry 62-78 361-440 added replacement cylinder head 4532287 Stock/SS 73236

July 18, 2025 The Tech Department has issued a list of frequently asked questions and answers on the subject of modifications in SS/AH. As with any category, racers in SS/AH are constantly looking at smaller and smaller details in their quest for performance, necessitating periodic clarifications or interpretations of the text contained in the NHRA Rulebook. Input from NHRA Technical Inspectors, engine builders, competitors and manufacturers was used to determine the correc

The NHRA Technical Department has released additional 2025 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2025 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under Tech, then Rules on NHRARacer.com. These amendments include the following changes…See the latest amendments document for complete details. Section 5A, Summit ET Handicap Racing, Super Pro, Pro, Sportsman, Electrical, Batteries – Language updated

During the Lucas Oil event at Lebanon Valley Dragway, Brian Vollman and his team were involved in an altercation with a competitor. While no fine or point deduction was issued, Mr. Vollman received a formal warning for participant conduct. Any future incidents of this nature will result in disciplinary action. 73231

During Q1 at the 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, Chris Holbrook’s Factory X entry was found to be in violation of NHRA rules due to the vehicle weighing less than 2600 lbs. As a result, his Q1 run was disqualified. 73230

During Q3 at the 2025 American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals, Clay Millican’s vehicle was found to be in violation of NHRA rules due to the rear wing’s trailing edge extending more than 50 inches behind the centerline of the rear axle. As a result, his Q3 run was disqualified. After E4 of the same event, a random post-run inspection revealed that Shawn Langdon’s SFI Spec 6.2 clutch bellhousing and flywheel shield did not have all required bolts installed on the inspecti

NHRA has updated the digital version of the 2025 NHRA Rulebook to reflect all of the rule amendments made through 06/23/2025. The 2025 NHRA Rulebook can be found under the Rules section on NHRARacer.com. 73228

The NHRA Technical Department reminds all competitors to take a moment to review the following safety requirements and upcoming changes: 1. Steering Rod Ends All steering rod ends must have a minimum 3/8-inch shank diameter and be installed with flat washers of sufficient outside diameter to prevent bearing pullout. This applies to all classes. 2. Operational Safety Equipment All safety equipment must be operational if installed regardless of if the equipment is part of o

During Q4 at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Erica Enders’ vehicle was found to be equipped with beadlock wheels and inner liner tires not permitted in the Pro Stock category. The infraction led to a disqualification of her Q4 run, a $5,000 fine, and a deduction of 100 Championship Points. Following E1 at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, a random post-run inspection revealed Jordan Lazic’s fire extinguishing system had the safety pin still instal

June 13, 2025 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Chev 16-20 376 410 corrected induction type again 73222

These amendments include the following changes…See the latest amendments document for complete details. Section 2, Race Procedures, Lane Choice – Lane choice updated Section 6, Pro Mod, Designation – Centrifugal supercharged weight change, 2,740 to 2,720 pounds Section 12A, Super Stock, Engine – Add Fuel Injection section/clarification Section 18, Funny Car, Electrical – Ignition System clarification Section 19, Top Fuel Dragster/Funny Car, Electrical – Ignition System clarif

June 9, 2025 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide. GM 92-98 350 added Edelbrock 60947 73220

June 6, 2025 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Chev 16-20 376 410 corrected induction type 73219