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LUCAS OIL AND NHRA PARTNERSHIP CONTINUES WITH MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION
INDIANAPOLIS – NHRA officials announced today that Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance 
automotive additives and lubricants, have signed a long-term extension to continue as the sponsor of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of NHRA.”
It continues a premier and lasting partnership between the NHRA and Lucas Oil, one that has been in place for more than two decades. Lucas Oil has been a cornerstone and all-encompassing partner of NHRA and will continue a relationship that was started nearly 25 years ago.
“Lucas Oil has been an integral part of the NHRA for nearly a quarter of a century, and I am proud to announce a new, long-term extension with this remarkable organization,” said Brandon Bernstein, Director of Partnership Marketing for Lucas Oil. “This has always been one of our most cherished motorsports relationships because of the NHRA’s amazing history and its remarkable fanbase. Our sponsorship of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Antron Brown, and at other levels throughout the NHRA reflects our deep dedication to drag racing and the entire motorsports community. We have witnessed some incredible growth in this sport, and I firmly believe 2024 will be one of the most exciting seasons in NHRA’s history.”
Lucas Oil Adds $10,000 Low Qualifier Awards to PRO Superstar Shootout
BRADENTON, FL – More than just bragging rights are on the line for the No. 1 qualifiers in Top Fuel, Funny Car, and Pro Stock at the 
inaugural SCAG Power Equipment PRO Superstar Shootout presented by Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage. Lucas Oil, a leading manufacturer of high-performance engine oils and lubricants, has signed on to provide $10,000 bonuses to the low qualifiers in the $250,000-to-win nitro classes and $125,000-to-win Pro Stock category at the invitation-only event, Feb. 8-10, at Bradenton Motorsports Park.
“We wanted serious No. 1 qualifier awards to go with the headline-grabbing payouts, and Lucas Oil shared our vision,” said Alan Johnson, president, Professional Racers Owners Organization (PRO). “Lucas Oil and the Lucas family have been incredible supporters of drag racing and motorsports in general over the years. We’re proud that they were so eager to be a part of what we’re doing with the first-ever PRO Superstar Shootout. These $10,000 awards will give teams another incentive to throw down big numbers in qualifying.”
The No. 1 qualifiers will also receive a Low Qualifier trophy built by uber-talented metal artist and fabricator Tom Patsis of Cold Hard Art.
NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES RELEASES EVENT SCHEDULE FOR ACTION-PACKED 2024 SEASON
INDIANAPOLIS – The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, which features the top sportsman drivers in drag racing, announced the 
schedule for the 2024 season, featuring stops at standout racing facilities across the country, including a pair of new facilities on the 2024 tour.
Beginning on Feb. 16-17 at Orlando Speed World Dragway, the upcoming NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season will include a total of 45 divisional events and 22 regional events, with the year concluding Nov. 7-10 at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The series will also make first-time stops at Pine Valley Raceway (South Central Division) in Lufkin, Texas on Oct. 18-20, and the new Flying H Dragstrip (West Central Division) in the Kansas City area on June 13-16.
The season will also include 11 doubleheader events, which have been a popular attraction for race teams, drawing an impressive number of participants.
The exciting doubleheader races will take place at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Phoenix (Feb. 22-25), The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (April 18-21), the Texas Motorplex in Dallas (May 16-19), Flying H Dragstrip (June 13-16), Yellowstone Drag Strip in Acton, Mont. (June 27-30), Woodburn Dragstrip in Woodburn, Ore. (July 11-14), Brainerd International Raceway (July 18-21), Pacific Raceway in Seattle (Aug. 8-11), Tulsa Raceway Park (Sept. 19-22), Famoso Dragstrip in McFarland, Calif. (Oct. 3-6) and World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis (Oct. 2-5).
Lucas Oil Joins Shop Squad’s Monthly Giveaway for Student Technicians
OLATHE, KS – Lucas Oil, a leading manufacturer of high-performance engine oils and lubricants, has partnered with two-time NHRA Top 
Alcohol Dragster world champion Megan Meyer and Shop Squad to reward the next generation of auto repair technicians. Lucas Oil will contribute Slick Mist detailing kits that will join the list of prizes going to winners of Shop Squad’s monthly giveaway, which student technicians can enter now through December 2023.
Shop Squad is a community created by NGK Spark Plugs to advance the auto repair industry through training, resources, dialogue, and more. The Shop Squad online portal offers on-demand educational materials, as well as live webinars, all at no cost.
“We recognized the potential to reach the automotive technician student base and recognize them through Megan’s platform,” said Jacklyn Donahue, Group Marketing Manager, Niterra North America. “We are so excited for Lucas Oil, another brand powerhouse, to join us in this effort. We believe, undoubtedly that working together, all of the brands, including our NHRA world champion, Megan Meyer, will help us all achieve this common goal.”
NHRA TO STREAM 37 LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES RACES FOR FREE IN 2023, STARTING THIS WEEKEND IN ORLANDO
INDIANAPOLIS – The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series officially opens its 2023 season this weekend at Orlando Speed World Dragway and fans will be able to watch for free on the NHRA YouTube page.
It’s part of a comprehensive coverage plan for the upcoming divisional season, as NHRA will stream 37 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series divisional races on either NHRA.tv or the NHRA YouTube page for free during the 2023 campaign.
All 21 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series events this year can also be viewed on NHRA.tv and is available for $149.99 for the entire season or $24.99 per national event.
The free coverage of NHRA divisional races starts with this weekend’s race in Orlando, giving fans a chance to take in the first racing action of the year, and will include events from all seven NHRA divisions throughout the course of the 2023 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season. To watch the select divisional races for free, fans simply need to sign up for a complimentary account on NHRA.tv.
UPDATED: LUCAS OIL REINFORCES LONG-TERM COMMITMENT TO NHRA DRAG RACING WITH MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION
INDIANAPOLIS – NHRA officials announced today that Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, will continue as the sponsor of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of NHRA” as part of a long-term extension.
It furthers a premier and lasting partnership that continues to grow after more than two decades, as Lucas Oil remains a cornerstone sponsor and all-encompassing partner of NHRA.
“All of us at Lucas Oil are excited to extend this Partnership with NHRA for another 3 years,” said Brandon Bernstein, Lucas Oil Director of Partnership Marketing. “We know how important the sportsman racers are to Lucas Oil and we want to keep that alive for many years to come. We see NHRA as an amazing property that has potential for massive growth and Lucas Oil is thrilled to be partnered in this journey.”
LUCAS OIL REINFORCES LONG-TERM COMMITMENT TO NHRA DRAG RACING WITH MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION
INDIANAPOLIS – NHRA officials announced today that Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricates, will continue as the sponsor of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of NHRA” as part of a long-term extension.
It furthers a premier and lasting partnership that continues to grow after more than two decades, as Lucas Oil remains a cornerstone sponsor and all-encompassing partner of NHRA.
“All of us at Lucas Oil are excited to extend this Partnership with NHRA for another 3 years,” said Brandon Bernstein, Lucas Oil Director of Partnership Marketing. “We know how important the sportsman racers are to Lucas Oil and we want to keep that alive for many years to come. We see NHRA as an amazing property that has potential for massive growth and Lucas Oil is thrilled to be partnered in this journey.”
NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES RELEASES ACTION-PACKED EVENT SCHEDULE FOR 2023 SEASON
INDIANAPOLIS – The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, starring the best and most decorated sportsman drivers in drag racing, announced the schedule for the upcoming 2023 season, featuring stops at standout racing facilities across the country.
Starting on Feb. 3-4 at Orlando Speed World Dragway, the 2023 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season will include 46 total divisional events and 24 regional events, finishing Nov. 3-5 at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The season will also feature nine doubleheader events, which have been a popular draw for race teams in recent seasons.
The thrilling doubleheader races will take place at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Phoenix (Feb. 23-26), The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas (April 19-22), Texas Motorplex in Dallas (May 18-21), Woodburn Dragstrip in Woodburn, Ore. (July 13-16), Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka (July 27-30), Pacific Raceways in Seattle (Aug. 10-13), Yellowstone Drag Strip in Acton, Mont. (Aug. 24-26), Tulsa Raceway Park in Tulsa (Sept. 21-24) and World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis (Oct. 4-7).
B. FORCE AND HIGHT RACE TO PROVISIONAL NO. 1 SPOTS AT LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS
BRAINERD, MN – It was a memorable qualifying day for John Force Racing on Friday at Brainerd International Raceway as Top Fuel’s 
Brittany Force and Funny Car’s Robert Hight raced to the provisional No. 1 positions at the 40th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals.
Force, the current Top Fuel points leader, powered to the top with her run of 3.685-seconds at 333.49 mph in her 11,000-horsepower Monster Energy dragster at the 15th of 22 races during the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season. If that holds, Force, a four-time winner in 2022, would pick up her sixth No. 1 qualifier this season and the 38th in her career. After struggling during the first qualifying session, Force and her team delivered an impressive run with the sun starting to set. That came after a 90-minute weather delay as Force, who won at Brainerd in 2016, enjoyed a strong run at the ideal time.
“We were very happy with that second run, especially after not making it down there in the first one,” Force said. “When the rain came, we got a little nervous about getting in a second session tonight, (but) NHRA got it cleaned up quickly, and (crew chief David) Grubnic came in and said it was a great racetrack. I love night racing. There’s nothing cooler than watching drag racing at night. Seeing the header flames, it was my favorite thing as a kid in the grandstands. We saw what was capable ahead of us and we knew we could get it done, and we ran exactly what we wanted. I love this racetrack, we always lay down good numbers and we’ve had success here before so we’re hoping to get it done again.”
AFTER MONUMENTAL WIN, TOP FUEL’S ANTRON BROWN LOOKS TO KEEP ROLLING AT LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS
BRAINERD, MN – Antron Brown’s first year as a team owner has been anything but easy but following the Top Fuel star’s first win of the season – and as a team owner on Sunday in Topeka – things are starting to click for the three-time world champ. Racing just days later at this weekend’s 40th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway, Brown is also ready to keep this momentum going in the right direction.
He performed at a high level in hot conditions in Topeka and there will be stark contrast in temperatures heading into Brainerd this weekend. That has Brown thinking big in his 11,000-horsepower Matco Tools dragster, where he hopes to continue to round into championship form with the Countdown to the Championship just around the corner.
The annual stop in Brainerd is the penultimate race of the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series regular season and Brown would love a second straight win, as well as a second career Top Fuel victory in Brainerd, where things should be extremely fast this weekend.
