Reducing weight and improving efficiency are hallmarks of drag strip performance. We’re often shaving weight wherever possible, but it inside the engine, driveline or anywhere you can exchange or remove an unnecessary a part.

American Powertrain™ has a practical solution for protecting the transmission seal during shipping with any new TREMEC® TKX and Magnum transmission sold by American Powertrain. 

Engine cooling is critical to drag racers, whether you’re looking for max power or consistency in the case of index or Bracket racing. And one way to keep your engine happy is with the latest fans from PROFORM.

Sure, there’s no replacement for displacement, and bigger definitely is better. So, when Ford introduced its new 7.3-liter for the Super Duty truck line in 2020, racers immediately began contemplating the performance possibilities and the automotive aftermarket was ready with plenty of upgrades almost instantly. 

Priding itself on performance and reliability, Kinsler Fuel Injection says that not one of its fuel pumps has failed in the past 17 years. Its original Tough Pump mechanical fuel pump supplied the fuel for the engines that powered winners of the heralded and grueling Knoxville Nationals for dirt sprint car race.

For decades, Calvert Racing has led the way with enhancing traction for drag racers. A champion racer himself, John Clavert has developed all types of suspension and wheelie bar systems for wide range of cars. He's even developed a line os shocks that work exceptionally well.

Design Engineering Inc. (DEI), a worldwide leader in heat and sound control products, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product, ATAC™: Advanced Thermal Acoustic Control Coating. 

Coyote engines love boost and now over 800-horsepower is available for any 2024 5.0 Ford Mustang GT or Dark Horse. This warranty-backed Mustang package is offered from Ford Performance as a kit that features the new 3.0-liter Whipple supercharger.

Today’s modern muscle cars are quicker and faster than ever, and it’s easier than ever to improve on that. Dodge’s supercharged Challengers and Chargers are prime examples of this, and when we saw that Profab Performance in Hudson, Florida, was installing a custom roll cage in one, we decided to follow along to see what was involved.

The Dodge Hellcat needs no introduction, as various forms of the muscular Mopar can be found at drag strips everywhere, as well as lurking on the streets.

Third-Gen Camaros have always been popular on the street and strip. And these days, chances are the stock powerplant has been upgraded to something making more power. 

Add caster and camber adjustability, and fix alignment issues on your lowered 2011-2014 Mustang with Caster/Camber Plates from BMR Suspension. The factory alignment adjustability can be insufficient when you lower your S197 Mustang.

Making huge power is an accomplishment, but all that power is wasted at the drag strip when there isn’t enough traction to support it. For pure race cars, there are race-only slicks are up to the task, but for those vehicles balancing street duty and on-track performance, a drag radial is a dual-purpose tire is what the drag-racing doctor ordered. 

A proven commodity on the racetrack, 1979-1993 Mustangs can transform into any performer thanks to their vast aftermarket support. In fact you'll find dozens of Foxbody Fords at every NMRA and NMCA event in a variety of classes. But whether race or street, many love the thrill of jamming gears.

Properly preparing engine blocks, cylinder heads and other components for assembly should include thoroughly cleaning all threaded apertures.

Aviaid Oil Systems, the company recognized for bringing dry sump lubrication technology into motorsports back in the 1960s, offers a wide selection of dedicated pump mounts for most popular applications.

Meziere Enterprises, the leader in water pumps for race and street driven vehicles, announces yet another expansion of its already-impressive offerings for LS-based power plants.

NMCA and other modern Mopar racers are making huge power and that can call for an upgrade to your transmission. Thankfully, Sonnax has the answer with its new 300M steel intermediate shaft.

Using its unrivaled expertise in fluid delivery systems, Aeromotive has turned its attention to universal and engine-specific race ready water pumps

For many decades, Moroso has been dedicated to delivering race-winning and show-stopping performance products. You may not know that in addition to manufacturing high-performance oil pans, Moroso also sells its own line of oil filters.

One area of aftermarket performance that never slows down is the development of new-and-improved wheel designs. RC Components have been the choice of many NMRA and NMCA racers who are looking for cutting edge design and performance to match.

Cars that split time between the street and the drag strip need a tire that can easily transition between the two environments. Designed to do just that, Atturo Tire’s D.O.T.-compliant AZ850DR features a directional design with an extra wide shoulder tread, large center contact strip, and ultra-sticky compound.

Engine swaps are all the rage and when it comes to Ford powerplants, the relatively new 7.3L Godzilla is making big waves

Big boost combinations produce a massive airflow and keeping that air under control is the mission of Turbosmart’s StraightGate76, which the company describes as the “world’s highest flowing external wastegate.”

When it comes to supercharging, there’s a few ways to develop precious boost and deliver it to the engine.

Brakes are important for any drag racer, whether it’s for consistent staging or slowing after a pass. Improving stock brakes is common and one way to do it is with these new brake lines from Wilwood.
 

You likely know of Flex-A-Lite for its wide range of automotive cooling hardware, but the company expanded its offerings under the SQR Performance banner to include a wider range of upgrades.

When it comes to gear jamming in your NMCA hot rod, many owners opt for the venerable TREMEC 6-speed Magnum XL transmission.

Much like the original small-block and big-block Chevrolet engines, the GM LS has grown in popularity and gained recognition as an incredible street and track performer. 

Throughout the ranks of NMRA and NMCA competition you’ll find Ford Mustangs of all generations.

Managing underhood heat is important in any high-performance vehicle, but especially in street-legal classes including Drag and Drive, and NMRA/NMCA True Street.

Ididit is all about steering, more specifically, steering solutions. It offers a line of race and street columns, plus all the parts and pieces for a wide range of installations. Some are direct bolt-in, while others are universal and require fabrication.

It takes a combination of great parts to get the most out of your NMRA or NMCA race machine. Many racers rely on boost from turbocharging or supercharging and this requires a solid tune and boost control to ensure maximum power and reliability.

With hundreds or thousands of horsepower available, a race car can deliver incredible performances. Unfortunately, things don’t always go as planned

Despite the popularity of the GM LS platform, the tried-and-true Chevrolet Big-Block remains a fantastic option for those wanting big from from a Bow-Tie platform. And why not add boost to sweeten the deal?

Clean race car wiring is one of those things that we strive to obtain. A well-laid-out wiring system looks professional, but more importantly, it makes problem solving easier, should a situation arise.

Proper spark is essential to making efficient power and for good fuel economy, too. So if you own a 1994-2010 Ford, chances are you’ll be looking to replace the stock coils to ensure peak performance.

It’s that time of year when racers kick back and enjoy the holidays. But many of us will get out to the garage and do required maintenance, whether it’s rebuilding the engine and transmission or just giving everything the “once over.”

Oil is the lifeblood of an engine, and for those building a small-block Chevy engine that needs a high-volume oil pump, Moroso offers combo kits that include a Moroso billet oil pump, oil pump mounting stud, and driveshaft.
 

NMCA racers and performance enthusiasts looking to enhance to the power of their Big-Block Chevy engines have a great new option with AFR’s Magnum Intake Manifold

Your first line of attack as a racer is finding traction, as all the power in the world won’t do you any good if you’re spinning off the line.

The Dodge // Mopar Hemi Shootout is one of the most popular and competitive categories in NMCA competition. Each of the six races hosts some of the most incredible late-model Mopar entries from stock, base models and 392 editions, up to the fire-breathing Hellcat, Demon and Super Stock versions.
 

NMCA racers are no strangers to engines swaps and Scoggin Dickey is a leader in providing crate engines to give you any level of performance for virtually any vehicle.

No matter the engine combination, one of the more fun components to select is the intake manifold. The intake manifold is a key piece of the horsepower puzzle as plenum size and runner length help define the power curve of the engine. 

For many years, Stifflers has been a popular brand with Ford performance enthusiasts and racers. The line of great products just keeps growing, from suspension to the excellent driveshaft safety loops that Stifflers developed.

Fox Mustangs remain as popular as ever with both street and racing enthusiasts, and the aftermarket is still churning out part after part to support the platform. If you think about it, though, ‘90s-era Mustangs are over 30 years old, and not all of those aftermarket parts age so gracefully.

Valvetrain is one of the most important parts of any engine combination. Selecting the correct cam, lifters, springs, retainers, rockers and valves is critical for both performance and durability. One way to ensure max power and performance is with Erson Cams new cutting-edge line of Titanium Racing Valves.

Virtually all drag racers are familiar with the Rochester Quadrajet, a spread-bore four-barrel carburetor developed in the 1960s. Q-Jets, as they are often referred to, were used on regular production and high-performance engines, with some of the last being the mid-1980’s GM vehicles.

While EFI systems are can deliver amazing performance, drivability and reliability, they are not bulletproof, and furthermore, building one from scratch can leave you, well… scratching your head.

One of the most versatile performance vehicles on the market, Ford’s Mustang is at home galloping on the streets, carving up the corners, or blasting down the drag strip.