Participants of a drag-and-drive event (or multiple events) will tell you: there is just something about getting out there and accomplishing a ‘must-do’ or a ‘bucket list’ item. We’ve heard tons of reasons why people decide to make the commitment to do a drag-and-drive, but for Brian Rowlison, it was about making the most of a second chance.

Despite growing up in an automotive-influenced environment, and now living less than 30 minutes from the historic Orlando Speed World Dragway, Morgan Evans had never made a pass down a drag strip in her life until she got the call to be part of the Dodge Direction Connection Grudge Race. But thanks to the combined efforts of Morgan and fiance Jason Kastner, she was clutching the winner's trophy at the end of the day.

One of the players in the top three at this year’s Rowdy Radial class at Sick Week Presented by Gear Vendors Overdrive was Kolby Bouck, and although his 2017 Mustang showed consistent 5.0-second performance, he has decided to raise his game for the 2025 edition of Sick Week.

Communication is an important tool in any relationship, and this can even more important in racing, as the car and driver being in sync can allow them both to perform at their best. How can we use communication to keep the hobbies of cars, racing and drag-and-drive alive?

After doing his first drag-and-drive in 2018, Chris VanWerden was asked by father Rick about building an A/FX (Factory Experimental) ride for drag-and-drive gasser use. Just over 5 years later, they can see the finish line on the '65 Dodge build.

For the second time in a month, multiple drag-and-drive names we recognize are making their mark at local tracks, big events, and even test-and-tune sessions to post personal best times.

The 2024 drag-and-drive season has moved past the halfway point, and also been featured in a few racing series as well. One of those is the National Muscle Car Association, and the second Sick the Mag Drag-and-Drive Shootout for 2024 will take place at this week’s Mickey Thompson NMCA All-American Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.

One of the great things we’ve witnessed over time about the drag-and-drive community is the majority wants to help fellow enthusiasts get into the game. Todd Fogle, a truck driver with very little experience with cars outside of general maintenance, purchased a 1966 Pontiac Bonneville in 2017, and it started his path to a deeper appreciation of cars, as well as joining the drag-and-drive world.

After a successful drag-and-drive debut at Hot Rod Drag Week in 2023, Jack Brooks looked to continue his drag-and-drive adventure at this year’s Sick Week and Sick Summer. Neither panned out as he wanted, so it was back to the drawing board, and a bunch of changes, to plot his return to Hot Rod Drag Week.

The evolution of engine building and making big horsepower has really ramped up in the last decade! Although there are classes that keep those power figures in check with weight and power-adder restrictions, seeing the potential of what’s available to consumers is still eye-opening!

As news of another possible race track closure in Florida hit social media last week, new details have emerged about a proposed new racing facility in West Palm Beach, about two hours north. Spearheaded by local enthusiast Madelyn Marconi, the new track idea has been in the works since Palm Beach International Raceway (PBIR) closed.

After pushing his first ‘Snot Rocket’ Ford Mustang into the 6-second range at over 200 mph, Brett LaSala made the jump in 2022 to a lighter chassis to pursue his next set of goals.

After two years, multiple victories and becoming a record-holder in the drag-and-drive scene, the ‘Snot Rocket 2.0’ 2012 Mustang has gone up for sale.

The news for drag strips has already had some good headlines in 2024, and unfortunately, some bad ones as well. And while we recently reported on plans for a South Dakota drag strip to reopen in 2025, a track in southern Florida could also make its final laps in 2025.

The father-son team of Steven and A.J. Lloyd recently completed their first drag-and-drive appearance at Sick Summer Presented by Motion Raceworks with the family 1980 Chevy Malibu wagon. Not only are they plotting a second appearance in 2025, but a new ride to do it.

We’ve covered some race track closures in the last few years here, but occasionally we also get to cover race tracks coming back to life after sitting inactive. Recently, news came up about Sturgis Dragway in South Dakota.

After a successful run, Stefan Gustafsson has retired the storied ‘Bitter Tears’ 1989 Chevrolet Corvette from drag-and-drive competition. But he’s he’s not leaving the fray; the 2-time Unlimited class champ is preparing for a new ride to debut at 2025 edition of Sick Week Presented by Gear Vendors Overdrive.

Early this morning, the Next-Gen Dodge Charger was revealed to the media, and Dodge’s new ride will be able to be seen by the public starting at 1 p.m. today. The fresh redesign of the iconic Dodge nameplate packs some cutting edge styling, as well as all-new drivelines.

We’re just 1 day away from the 3rd annual Sick Powerfest Presented by Dodge and M1 Concourse. But Sick Pizza and Sullivan’s Public House decided to start the party a bit early - co-hosting the Hops and Horsepower meet on Wednesday night, August 7th.

This ‘69 Chevrolet Camaro might be rare with its Australian heritage and right-hand-drive layout. But that doesn’t mean it won’t lay down a solid burnout!

Combining the best elements of street racing with the accuracy and safety of a closed race track, Roadkill Nights has brought a new meaning to the street racing world. In nine years, thousands of competitors have participated in legal ‘street racing’ in Michigan, and the 2024 edition this Saturday, August 10th, 2024 promises to bring more excitement to the streets!