600 Cars, 8 Days, and One Mega Event: Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 86 Recap
Welcome to Drag Drive Repeat EP 86, presented by Summit Racing! This week’s episode was packed with groundbreaking announcements, exclusive updates, and thrilling teasers for the upcoming year. Let’s dive into the most adrenaline-fueled moments from the livestream.
Rocky Mountain Race Week Mega Week 2025 Announced
The biggest highlight of the night was the unveiling of the Rocky Mountain Race Week Mega Week 2025. Set to be the largest drag-and-drive event in history, this race week is making waves with its ambitious plans.
Dates: May 31 – June 7, 2025
Cars: A staggering 600 cars expected, making this a record-breaking event
Tech Day: May 30, with 600 cars to be run through tech inspection in one day. This will be a logistical feat with multiple tech teams.
Route:
Day 1: Tulsa Raceway Park
Day 2: Flying H Dragstrip
Special Stops: Possible stops along historic Route 66 and a visit to Galena, Kansas, are being considered.
Mega Week Party: The grand finale includes a massive party, live music, a buffet-style dinner, and a 400+ car shootout with substantial payouts:
$15,000 for the top winners
$10,000 for the “next 16” racers
Matt Frost and the organizing team are gearing up for an unforgettable week. From logistics to the planned vendor midway featuring major sponsors like Summit Racing and Performer Built Transmissions, the excitement is already building.
Drag and Drive Awards at PRI 2024
The Drag and Drive Awards are returning to PRI, and they’re promising to be the biggest celebration yet. Here are the details you need to know:
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Room 241, upstairs at the PRI venue
Awards:
Top three quickest quarter-mile and eighth-mile racers from national-level events
Road King Award for the most miles driven between races
Drag and Drive Ambassador award recognizing contributions to the community
The Drag and Drive World Champion belt, with reigning champion Gold Stone defending his title
New for 2024: 8.50 and 10.0 Championship Awards, which are currently in tight races. The season’s final points updates will shake things up!
Gold Stone has been a dominant force this year, but challengers are emerging, and the championship race is heating up.
The Circuit 2025 Registration
Registration for The Circuit 2025 is kicking off, and the anticipation is high:
Returning Racers: Early access starts on October 31, 2024. Returning racers will receive an exclusive discount, with $50 off each ticket.
Early Listers: Registration opens on November 1, 2024 for those who joined the early list.
Public Registration: Opens on November 2, 2024, and spots are expected to fill up fast.
Total Spots: 200 available, with hopes of a sellout within minutes.
The event will feature a fresh route, new challenges, and tons of surprises, making it a must-attend for drag-and-drive enthusiasts.
Community and Racer Highlights
Racer Spotlight: In a fun random draw, we highlighted some notable racers:
Kylie Moore: Fifth place in the 11.0 Class at Race Week, with an average of 11.113 in her Nissan GTR.
Will Carter: Fourth place in the Rowdy Radial Class at Sick Week 2024, running a 5.097 average in his iconic flat-black Vega.
These racers exemplify the spirit and dedication of the drag-and-drive community.
Exciting Updates from the Automotive World
Jeff Lutz Confirms Return: In an interview, Jeff Lutz shared his intent to participate in Drag Week again, saying, “If we can make it work, we’ll be there.” He opened up about the challenges at Sick Week, where he and his team faced engine failures and tough decisions. His experience underscores the unpredictability and intensity of drag-and-drive racing.
Murder Nova Hints at a Comeback: Shawn “Murder Nova” Ellington talked about the 1,000-horsepower twin-turbo setup in his ’55 Chevy and expressed a strong desire to join the drag-and-drive scene once again.
Event Coverage and Announcements
Hard Ass 1000 Winners:
Big Pimpin Class: Matt VK with a 12.85 average
Bottle Shop Brawlers: Jake Phillips with a 14.05 average
Rod Slingers: Rod Lall with a 9.93 average
Australia’s Drag Challenge: The Street Machine Drag Challenge is in full swing, despite some challenges with track safety inspections. This year, 240 cars are participating, celebrating a decade of racing in Australia.
Central Georgia Battle of the Street: A one-day event aimed at drawing in new racers is happening this weekend at Silver Dollar Motorsports Park. It’s a great opportunity to experience the thrill of drag racing without a multi-day commitment.
Gear Up and Stay Safe
Driven Racing Oil Tip: Winter is coming! Summit Racing reminded racers to prepare their rides for the cold to avoid catastrophic engine failures.
Tech Feature: Dylan Peacock’s twin-turbo Coyote-swapped, all-wheel-drive Chevy truck is making waves, and Devon Vanderhoof’s Fox Body rebuild is on track to set new performance benchmarks.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
A massive shout-out to our sponsors who make all of this possible:
Summit Racing, Mahle Motorsports, Driven Racing Oil, J Wire Solutions, Howard’s Cams, and many more. Your support fuels our passion and helps us bring you the best in drag-and-drive coverage.
Join us again next week for more news, updates, and community stories. Until then, race safe, race fast, and keep the rubber burning!
