South Central Division News

Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Event Schedule      Don’t miss the action as the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series rolls back into the Lone Star State for the Double Divisional at Texas Motorplex! We’re pumped to crown new champions and hand out more 75th Anniversary Wally's in Division 4!    Lonestar Nationals Event Schedule   Tuesday, May 12th, 2026:   8 AM: Parking Opens ( Racers may only save one spot)  Gates Open 24 Hours     Wednesday, May 13th, 2026:   8 AM: Gates Open  9 AM -

NHRA South Central National Open – Wild West Classic May 29-30, 2026 | Amarillo Dragway | Amarillo, Texas We are excited to head out west to Amarillo Dragway for the SDPC Raceshop Wild West Classic! Don’t miss another opportunity to race for a 75th Anniversary Wally  in the South Central Division. 📅 Dates:  May 29-30, 2026 Location:  Amarillo Dragway 📍 2955 Burlington Rd., Amarillo, TX 79118📞 (806) 336-6051 ⏰ Schedule: Wednesday:  Early Parking | 8 AM – 9 PM Thursday:  Tra

The NHRA is proud to announce that nominations are now officially open for the “51 Legends of the Divisions”  program, presented by Quarter-Max Racing, as part of the organization’s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026. This special initiative honors the racers, track operators, and innovators who have made a lasting impact on the sport of drag racing at the divisional level. Rooted in NHRA’s founding year of 1951, each of the seven divisions will recognize 51 individuals  wh

Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Event Schedule      Tuesday - March 24, 2026:    Gate 1 Opens for Stacking: 8:00 AM  Parking & Credentials Open: 8:00am - 8:00pm  Testing: 12-6 PM $100     ​Wednesday - March 25, 2026:   8 AM - 8 PM: Parking & Credentials   8 AM: Qualifying & Time Runs (All Classes)  Super Shootouts (SST, SC, SG)  ​   ​Thursday - March 26, 2026:   7 AM: Gates Open  7 AM: RFC Service  8 AM: Eliminations  Online Ticketing Link   Purchase Tech Cards & Credentials

We’re pumped to be heading to No Problem Raceway for the first Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event of the 2026 season, along with the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnationals! Registration is officially open. Register Today: https://www.stubwire.com/e/37960/nhradivisionallarismotorsportsinsurancecajunsportsnationals/noproblemraceway/

The start of the 2026 season is already building excitement as tires finally hit the track at Gainesville Raceway, signaling the opening of a historic year for the National Hot Rod Association. The 2026 season marks the 75th Anniversary of the NHRA, and the celebration begins with the first National Event of the season in Gainesville this weekend.   Adding to that excitement, NHRA is proud to announce a brand-new marketing partnership with Quarter-Max, a highly respected manu