Fuel for Thought

Here are some simple facts about NHRA and NASCAR that may be helpful to know:

NHRA

  • NHRA stands for National Hot Rod Association
  • Established in California in 1951
  • Headquartered in Glendora, California
  • Founder: Wally Parks
  • President: Tom Compton
  • There are four professional categories in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series: Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock Car, and Pro Stock Motorcycle
  • For more information, visit their website here

NASCAR

  • NASCAR stands for National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing.
  • Founder: Brian France, Sr.
  • Established in 1948
  • President: Mike Helton
  • The main headquarters is located in Daytona Beach, Florida
  • The three largest series sanctioned by NASCAR are the Sprint Cup Series, the Nationwide Series, and the Camping World Truck Series
  • For more information, visit their website here