Author Archive
Rob Atchison returning to upcoming PMRA Pro Modified season
Former IHRA champ looking for good 2012 after first year learning curve
LONDON, ONTARIO (February 2, 2012) – One of Canada’s most successful drag racers will be returning to the Pro Modified Racing Association in 2012.
After his first PMRA racing last year, London’s Rob Atchison will be behind the wheel of the Atchison Racing Corvette Pro Modified, and said he hopes his short time last season will bear fruit.
“We’re going to try to make the next step up,” said the three-time IHRA Funny Car Champion, who believes the team has made the transition from the Alcohol-powered Flopper to a door-slamming Pro Modified. “We’ve made some changes, and I think I’ve learned how to drive the new car.”
Atchison was a dominate force in the IHRA Funny Car wars, winning 21 events, world records in elapsed time and speed, and the three titles in 2003, 2004, and 2005. With only 20 runs on the Corvette last year, he believes he has made the needed driving style adjustments.
August event added to 2012 schedule for popular drag race series
- click to enlarge
PMRA, Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and PBSS all get another venue for upcoming season
CAYUGA, ONTARIO (January 19, 2012) – Three of the top drag racing series have announced an additional event for the 2012 season.
The Pro Modified Racing Association, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series presented by NAPA Auto Parts, and the Pro Bike & Sled Series presented by Wiseco Performance Products will compete August 3-5 in the Community Weekend event at the Cayuga Dragway of Toronto Motorsports Park along with the other 2012 dates.
For the upcoming season, the PMRA will compete in an unprecedented seven races, while the Quick 32 Sportsman Series and the PBSS will each compete in six events. All three series will compete together with the exception of the PMRA competing July 20-22 at the IHRA Nitro Jam Nationals at the Grand Bend Motorplex.
Inaugural Summer Showdown drag race to be held June 8-9 at US 131 Motorsports Park
PMRA, Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and PBSS to compete at popular Michigan track
MARTIN, MICHIGAN (December 21, 2011) – US 131 Motorsports Park will be celebrating its 50th year of operation in 2012, and the Pro Modified Racing Association, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and the Pro Bike & Sled Series will be part of those celebrations.
The three popular drag racing series will race at the south-western Michigan track June 8-9, for the second event on the 2012 calendar.
The race at US 131 Motorsports Park, to be known as the Summer Showdown, will be the first for the PMRA, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series, or the PBSS.
PMRA, Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and PBSS announce 2012 race dates
Six events on tap for Pro Modified Racing Association, and five events scheduled for Quick 32 Sportsman Series and Pro Bike & Sled Series
CAYUGA, ONTARIO (December 1, 2011) – Three of the top drag racing series in North America have announced their 2012 schedules.
The Pro Modified Racing Association, The Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and the Pro Bike & Sled Series will take to the strips next season starting with the Victoria Day Weekend Challenge May 18-20.
This traditional opener is held on the Cayuga Dragway of Toronto Motorsports Park. The race will mark the start of the eighth season for the PMRA, the fourth season for the Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and the second year for the PBSS.
A new event will take place in 2012, as all three series head to Martin, Michigan June 8-9 to compete at US131 Motorsports Park for an inaugural race at the IHRA facility.
NGK Spark Plugs returns to PMRA, Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and PBSS
World leader in spark plugs to support drag race series for 2012 season
MARKHAM, ONTARIO (November 29, 2011) – NGK Spark Plugs, one of the world leaders in spark plugs and related items is returning to the Pro Modified Racing Association, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series, and the Pro Bike & Sled Series in support of these three popular drag racing series.
“We are grateful for the involvement of NGK Spark Plugs,” said Bruce Mehlenbacher, Director of Operations for all three series. “They produce an excellent product, and are renowned for their commitment to auto racing.”
Started in Japan in 1936, NGK has established itself not only as a major supplier of new automobile spark plugs and wiring sets, it is also a leader in motorsports around the globe. Along with its involvement in drag racing, NGK manufactures product for Formula One, NASCAR, and the IZOD IndyCar series. The company has 15 facilities around the world, including three in North America.
