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 man

The NHRA Summit Racing Equipment E.T. Series is getting even bigger in 2026! NHRA has officially announced that Hoosier Racing Tire has been named the presenting sponsor, and this expansion brings huge opportunities for NHRA member racers. With the 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟐 𝐄.𝐓. 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 across the United States, racers will have more chances to compete closer to home and advance to the NHRA Summit Racing Series presented by Hoosier World Championship, set for Oct. 2

Here is the full lineup of NHRA Chassis Certification Seminars, and this is your chance to get your car certified and race-ready for the season! MARCH 21 • Kearney Raceway Park (9 AM–1 PM) — 📞 Joe (308) 999-0245 / David (308) 440-5374 • Flying H Drag Strip (9 AM–3 PM) • SRCA Dragstrip (10 AM–2 PM) — 📞 (620) 792-5079 APRIL 11 • Kansas International Dragway (9 AM–2 PM) — 📞 (316) 737-6846 • Rapp Motors / Thunder Valley Dragways (9 AM) — 📞 (605) 648-3605 APRIL 18 (Appointmen