Fairfield, OH — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has officially announced the acquisition of Empire Dragway, marking a major step in our continued growth and investment in premier racing facilities across the United States. Located in Leicester, New York, Empire Dragway has long been a staple in the Northeast racing community, known for its […]
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IHRA Acquires Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, Preserving a Legendary Legacy WhileExpanding the Future of Driver Development
FAIRFIELD, OH — March 31, 2026 — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) todayannounced the acquisition of Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, one of the most respected andinfluential driver development institutions in the history of motorsports.For more than four decades, Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School has delivered world-classinstruction to drag […]
IHRA AND SPEED SPORT ANNOUNCE 2026 BROADCAST PLANS AND SCHEDULE FOR OUTLAW NITRO SERIES
MOORESVILLE, NC — In its inaugural year under the new ownership of Darryl Cuttell last year, the IHRA recorded explosive growth of its audience across multiple broadcast platforms. With a multi-year agreement with SPEED SPORT and world-class production, the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series set a high bar for engaging fans both at […]