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ADRL To Appoint Chris Bell As Director of Technical Services
O’FALLON, MO (January 10, 2011) – The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is pleased to announce that Chris Bel
l has been named the ADRL’s Director of Technical Services after a lengthy and successful career in the sport.
Most recently, Bell worked as the crew chief for the standout Extreme Pro Stock (XPS) team of Cary and Dean Goforth.
Bell, a St. Louis-area native, was the crew chief for the two-car team in 2009 and 2010, working solely with Dean in 2008 after a proven and noteworthy career in the racing industry.
Bell, who started his professional career in drag racing in 1994, is excited about the new opportunity.
“I’m honored that I was asked to take on this role in the ADRL,” Bell said. “I’ve been a big proponent of the ADRL from the start.
“The ADRL is a great organization and has an amazing following, and I simply hope to do my part to make it even better.”
Todd, Al-Balooshi Both Pick Up Second Win After Round 4 Victories
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DOHA, QATAR – A day after his teammate had a record day, J.R. Todd continued his remarkable start to a promising Pro Extreme career.
The former Top Fuel standout has caught on quickly in the doorslammer ranks as well, posting another remarkable performance in the Arabian Drag Racing League on Friday at Qatar Racing Club (QRC).
His sparkling ’57 Chevy displayed bracket car-like efficiency during Round Four of the eight-race series, capping off a consistent day with a 3.67 in the finals against Von Smith, giving him two wins and the points lead after four races.
“I didn’t know what to expect when I got here and this has definitely exceeded my expectations,” the PX newcomer said. “It’s tough to win over here. There’s eight of the best cars in the world and it’s tough from top to bottom.
Career-Best Run Vaults Hossler To Top Of Round 4 Qualifying Field in Qatar
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DOHA, QATAR – After finishing as the runner-up in the Pro Extreme class of the Arabian Drag Racing League a year ago, Alex Hossler was ready to pick up where he left off this season.
It took four events and plenty of headaches, but Hossler finally appears to have regained that magic.
With three races of frustration behind him, the Al-Anabi Racing driver rebounded in a major way, setting career-bests across the board, as his 3.641 at 209 miles per hour vaulted him to the top of qualifying after three rounds on Thursday at Qatar Racing Club (QRC).
“To get a career-best is always uplifting, especially after the first three races when we couldn’t get things to come together,” Hossler said. “For it all to work is comforting, but not too comforting in this class.
Stott And Allen on Tonight’s “ADRL Drag Racing Live!”
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O’Fallon, MO – Tonight’s featured guests includes Pro Extreme standout Quain Stott and Pro Nitrous standout Stan Allen, and that has your agent excited. Also, there is the possibility of some sound bites from drivers (including PX’s
Alex Hossler and Todd Tutterow) who competed today in Round 4 of the Arabian Drag Racing League in Qatar.
Hosts Bret Kepner and Josh Hachat are thrilled for the chance to talk to Stott, who finished No. 7 in the PX points standings and advanced to the finals of the “Battle For The Belts” in 2010. Bret and Josh will get Quain’s thoughts on 2010 and what he expects out of what will be an even tougher PX class in 2011. Stan also advanced to the “Battle For The Belts” after a late-season charge in PN and he is always fun to talk with.
It’s easy to catch the show, too. Simply listen to the show on the ADRL website or at www.blogtalkradio.com. Also, Hachat leads a chat session during the show, so head over to blogtalkradio and join in the festive chat.
The Fast Lane- TV show trailer
Ofallon, MO – We found this on Facebook. Produced by One Eyed bird http://www.oneeyedbird.com/ it makes you wonder what the 2011 season will bring for the ADRL. If this is any indication, we suspect it’s going to be a barn burner…stay tuned!
Burton Auxier, Cary Goforth Guests Tonight For “ADRL Drag Racing Live”
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O’Fallon, MO – Your agent knows where he will be at 9 p.m. EST tonight and he hopes that you will be joining him to listen to “ADRL Drag Racing Live” right here on www.ADRL.us.
Tonight’s featured guests are 2010 Pro Nitrous World Champion Burton Auxier and Extreme Pro Stock standout Cary Goforth, and that has your agent excited. Hosts Bret Kepner and Josh Hachat have talked to all of the 2010 ADRL World Champions except for Auxier, so your agent is very much interested to see what Auxier has to say on tonight’s program. Auxier knocked off friend and teammate Shannon Jenkins in the finals to win his first ADRL World Championship and he’s currently getting ready to leave for Qatar to continue racing in the Arabian Drag Racing League. Goforth finished first in the points standings in XPS, won three events in 2010 and also set both the E.T. and speed records in the class in what was a memorable year.
Powersource Transportation and ADRL Extend Partnership Through 2011
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O’FALLON, MO. – The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) is pleased to announce that its growing partnership with 
Powersource Transportation, an industry leader in trailer delivery service, will continue for the 2011 season.
An excited Skip Bakos, owner and president of Powersource Transportation, talked glowingly about his company’s association with the ADRL.
“I’m thrilled with our relationship with the ADRL and I think we’re going to have a really good year in 2011,” Bakos said. “We’ve only been around for one year, but we like the ADRL a lot.
“They are very people-friendly and we are always treated well. We’ve got a great, great relationship with the ADRL and I know the league will just continue to grow.”
Taylor Ends December With Round Three Win In Qatar
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DOHA, QATAR – Earlier this year, Frankie “Mad Man” Taylor could not have envisioned traveling abroad to race in the Middle East, but after setting the world record and winning the American Drag Racing League (ADRL) title this
year in Pro Extreme, it was an easy decision for Frankie to keep his momentum moving forward by racing through the winter.
It’s already been a memorable time through three of the eight races in the Arabian Drag Racing League at Qatar Racing Club (QRC) in Qatar.
After setting two tracks records and advancing to one final, Taylor wrapped up his December with a win, going 3.63 at 210.41 miles per hour to beat Joshua Hernandez in the finals of Round Three. Taylor’s celebration was well-earned after beating a loaded field that included Mike Stawicki in the first round (3.67 at 193 mph) and J.R. Todd in the semifinals (3.64, 209 mph).
Hunnicutt Continues Success With Second Straight Win In Qatar
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DOHA, QATAR – Like any competitor, Rob Hunnicutt has often wondered what it would feel like to be the frontrunner and the person everyone else was chasing.
Now that it’s happening, the Pro Extreme Motorcycle rider admits it feels quite amazing.
After winning for the first time in his American Drag Racing League (ADRL) and Arabian Drag Racing League career last week, Hunnicutt followed it up with his second straight win, taking Round Three at Qatar Racing Club (QRC) on Friday.
“I’ve never won this many round in probably five years of doing this,” Hunnicutt said. “This is like a dream come true.
“It makes me speechless when I look at these two trophies. I’m almost in awe. It makes all the hard work and time and money worth it.”
Jenkins Takes Round Three Victory In Qatar
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DOHA, QATAR – After what happened during the first two rounds, Shannon Jenkins would have gladly taken any good fortunes in Round Three of the Arabian Drag Racing League at Qatar Racing Club (QRC).
Plenty came his way on Friday and Jenkins returned to a familiar perch – back on top in Pro Nitrous.
Jenkins got plenty of luck, but he did his part and took advantage, winning Round Three in Qatar, returning home after the three-race stretch in December with much some much-needed momentum.
“It’s great to finally get our first win of the season here at QRC,” Jenkins said. “My guys have done an outstanding job, and I’m very proud of them for their hard work and dedication to our team. I also can’t thank Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Thani and the people of Qatar enough for allowing us to be a part of such a great team.”
The American Drag Racing League (ADRL) PN standout had plenty of luck to get the win, but Jenkins likely felt like he was due for some.
In the opening round of eliminations, Jenkins defeated Khalid Mohammad from Bahrain Racing on a red light and he followed up with a semifinal win after Khalid Al-Balooshi was off his game.
