2023 Summit Team Finals Schedule

HOUSE SPRINGS, Mo. — The International Hot Rod Association has made a splash with the hire of longtime industry leader Andy Carter as IHRA Business Development Manager.

Carter’s career in drag racing started when he was in college at Texas Christian University. He worked with U.S. Tobacco Company and Don “The Snake” Prudhomme until the legendary driver retired. Carter also was part of promoting the whole rodeo craze with the Professional Bull Riders.

NEWPORT, Ark. — It has taken a team effort to revive Newport Raceway. Scott Cooper and his wife Belinda took over the Arkansas track which had shut down in 2019. Through their hard work, the track has undergone a huge renovation project. 

Now, they’ve extended their partnership with the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) through a multi-year sanctioning agreement. 

CENTERVILLE, Ark. — The owners of Centerville Dragway listened to their racers when it was time to decide whether to renew the sanctioning agreement with the International Hot Rod Association.

The racers’ reaction was an overwhelming yes.

MAYNARDVILLE, Tenn. — Knoxville Dragway has been defined by outstanding performance.

Track owner Wes Clapp sees the same with the International Hot Rod Association as a sanctioning body. Now, the East Tennessee track known as a home of champions has signed a multi-year renewal agreement with the IHRA.

TALLMADGE, Ohio —  Summit Racing Equipment has added a big selection of automotive-themed toys, collectables, and apparel just in time for the 2023 holiday season.