Buddy Hull Racing
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull Honors a Legend: “Big Jim” Dunn
DALLAS – In one of the most special episodes of ‘Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull’ to date, host Buddy Hull continues season 2 by sitting 
down with his team owner, “Big Jim” Dunn, one of the true legends of NHRA drag racing. The episode premieres this Wednesday, October 29, at 8 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT on the NHRA FAST Channel.
With an incredible 75 years in racing, Jim Dunn’s name is synonymous with passion, longevity and dedication to the sport. In this heartfelt conversation, Dunn shares how he first got started behind the wheel, reflects on his decades as both a driver and team owner, and talks about some of his favorite drivers over the years. He also discusses how the sport has evolved, both for better and for worse, and what it meant to him to be honored as a NHRA Legend last year. Viewers will also hear how racing with his family continues to fuel his love for competition.
“I’ve been blessed to be part of drag racing for a long time,” said Dunn. “It’s changed a lot over the years, but the people, the fans, and the love for the sport, that’s what keeps me going. It’s been great having Buddy as part of the team and getting to share some of my stories with everyone watching.” Continue reading
Buddy Hull Set for Return to Racing at Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals
DALLAS – NHRA fan favorite and driver of the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car, Buddy Hull, is set to return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag 
Racing Series at the Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals, October 31 – November 2, at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The second year Funny Car driver has been sidelined following a serious incident at the Sonoma Nationals in late July that injured his left hand. Over the past 10 weeks Hull has participated in physical and occupational therapy in Dallas, Texas, with an eye on returning to the seat. In his absence veteran driver Alex Laughlin has been driving the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car.
“First I want to thank Alex for stepping in and keeping the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car on track while I have been healing and rehabbing,” said Hull. “I have been doing my best to stay active at the track but there is no substitute for the 320 mph rush of racing for Big Jim Dunn. I want to finish our 75th season strong and I thank all our fans who have reached out with well wishes and support over the past few months.”
Hull will race in Las Vegas and the season finale in Pomona as the team finishes the season strong with another Countdown playoff appearance. The season finale at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip will be a significant event for the Southern California based team as Jim Dunn Racing closes out another memorable season of a Hall of Fame racing career.
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull Catches a Wave with Jeff “The Surfer” Diehl
DALLAS – Season 2 of Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull continues tonight with a laid-back yet adrenaline-charged conversation featuring 
longtime Funny Car driver Jeff Diehl, known throughout the drag racing world as “The Surfer.” The episode premieres at 8 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT on the NHRA FAST Channel.
In this episode, host Buddy Hull sits down with Diehl to talk about his one-of-a-kind journey into the world of Funny Car racing. A Southern California native with deep roots in surf culture, Diehl shares how he first became a Funny Car driver, the surprising ways that surfing and drag racing intersect and what keeps him paddling back out, season after season, in one of the most competitive classes in motorsports. His mix of humor, humility and heart makes this an episode fans won’t want to miss.
Buddy Hull (left) and Jeff Diehl talked surfing, racing and being big guys behind the wheel in the latest episode of Talkin Funny Cars with Buddy Hull, photo credit Werner Communications
“Jeff Diehl is one of the most genuine and entertaining guys in the pits,” said Hull. “He’s got this great mix of SoCal cool and Funny Car fire. His perspective on how surfing connects to racing is something fans are really going to love.” Continue reading
HULL STAMPEDES THROUGH TEXAS FALL NATIONALS
DALLAS – Funny Car driver and Dallas native Buddy Hull was everywhere during the Stampede of Speed, leading up to the 40th Texas 
NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. In his last race out of the driver’s seat before he returns to on-track action in the Jim Dunn Funny Car, he could be seen at the Stars of Texas music festival, the annual Champions Dinner, the PreStage Fan Fest and every other event in between.
“I am so proud to be living in Texas, and to call the Texas Motorplex my home track,” said Hull. “The Meyer family does a bang-up job putting on the Stampede of Speed, a full 10 days of events that both loyal drag racing fans and people who have never seen a drag strip before can enjoy. Anything I can do to support their mission of growing the sport of drag racing, I will do. This year’s Stampede of Speed was the best yet. They keep raising the bar.”
The Stampede of Speed kicked off with Hull’s personal Funny Car, decked out in the Stampede of Speed livery, participating in the cattle drive in downtown Waxahachie. Hull then attended all three days of the Stars of Texas country music festival, which included a lantern festival, beer expo and more. The Motorplex social media team put him to work engaging with festival goers, encouraging them to come back out for the Texas Fall Nationals the next weekend. Continue reading
TEXAS NHRA FALL NATIONALS IS HOMECOMING FOR BUDDY HULL, ALEX LAUGHLIN OF JIM DUNN RACING
LONG BEACH, CA – It’s homecoming week for both Jim Dunn Racing drivers as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads deep 
into the heart of Texas for the 40th Texas NHRA Fall Nationals, October 8-12, at the world-famous Texas Motorplex. While primary driver Buddy Hull continues to recover from a left-hand injury sustained at the Sonoma Nationals, fellow Texan Alex Laughlin will once again handle driving duties for the Jim Dunn Racing 75th Anniversary Funny Car, which will feature True Brand as the primary sponsor for the second time this season. Even though he won’t be behind the wheel, Hull is coming into his home race weekend with his trademark enthusiasm, ready to represent his team, sponsors and home state in a big way.
“There’s nothing like racing in Texas. It’s my home, my people, and my favorite stop on the tour,” said Hull. “The Texas Motorplex and the Stampede of Speed mean so much to me. It’s the biggest, most exciting week in drag racing, and even though I won’t be in the seat, I’m still going full throttle all weekend long with the fans, the team and the community. I’m beyond fired up!”
Hull, a proud supporter of the Stampede of Speed, will be a major presence throughout the event, participating in fan activities and community appearances. On Thursday, October 9, from 7 – 8:30 p.m., he’ll be meeting fans and signing autographs at the PreStage FanFest in Waxahachie at Railyard Park, one of the most anticipated events leading up to the Fall Nationals. Continue reading
TRUE BRAND TO SUPPORT NBCF WITH JIM DUNN RACING FUNNY CAR IN DALLAS
LONG BEACH, CA – Jim Dunn Racing and Funny Car drivers Buddy Hull and Alex Laughlin will be shining a light on a worthy cause throughout the 40th annual NHRA Texas Fall Nationals racing a beautiful True Brand Nitro Funny Car. True Brand will in turn be highlighting the amazing work the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) does across the country throughout the race weekend. This will be the second time Jim Dunn Racing has repped True Brand and the third time True Brand has promoted the National Breast Cancer Foundation at the NHRA Texas Fall Nationals. True Brand has been a season long partner with the team and both Hull and Laughlin are thrilled to be promoting such a great foundation.
“Alex and I are thrilled to be promoting True Brand and through them, the good work the National Breast Cancer Foundation is doing,” said Buddy Hull, who is still recovering from a hand injury. “This is the second year for Jim Dunn Racing to bring awareness to the NBCF thanks to True Brand and Alex will continue to do a great job behind the wheel of this True Brand Funny Car and I will be all over the track talking about this partnership.”
On Thursday before the NHRA Texas Fall Nationals Hull will be one of the featured drivers at the Texas Motorplex Prestage Fan Fest in downtown Waxahachie at Railyard Park. Over 100 drivers will attend the free event. The True Brand Funny Car will be on track on Friday for two qualifying sessions including the wildly popular JEGS Friday Night Live where $15,000 in bonus money will be on the line as well as a $1,000 bonus gift card from JEGS. The stands will be black and yellow to support the family friendly night. When the True Brand Funny Car hits the track for the first time, plans are in the works for a special message from the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Continue reading
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull Features Trailblazer Alexis DeJoria
DALLAS – Season 2 of Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull rolls on tomorrow with a powerful new episode featuring Alexis DeJoria, Funny 
Car driver for JCM Racing and the only current full-time female competitor in the category. The fifth episode of season two premieres Wednesday, October 8, at 8 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT on the NHRA FAST Channel.
In this episode, host Buddy Hull sits down with DeJoria for an inspiring and high-energy conversation about her journey to the top of the sport. A first-generation racer who carved her own path, DeJoria shares how she first got hooked on Funny Cars, what it took to break into professional drag racing and the personal standard she set for herself early on: refusing to move up to the next level until she won a race. She also talks about the unmatched adrenaline rush of piloting one of the most powerful machines in motorsports and what continues to drive her passion for competition today.
“Alexis is a true pioneer in Funny Car racing,” said Buddy Hull, host of Talkin’ Funny Cars. “She’s tough, focused and has earned every bit of respect she gets out here. Her story is one of grit and self-determination, and I think fans will walk away with a whole new appreciation for what she’s accomplished.” Continue reading
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull Spotlights Dave Richards
DALLAS – A brand-new episode of Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull airs tonight, featuring Dave Richards, the Funny Car driver for SCAG 
Racing/BlueBird Turf. The episode will premiere at 8 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. PT on the NHRA FAST Channel.
Richards joins Hull for an honest and entertaining conversation that highlights his unique journey in the sport. From tackling the challenges of competing as a larger guy in one of the most demanding categories in motorsports, to the special opportunity of racing alongside his brother, Richards’ story is one of determination, family and love for the sport. He also talks about the incredible support he receives from his sponsor, SCAG, and how their belief in him has fueled his career and passion for Funny Car racing.
“Dave is one of the most relatable and inspiring guys out here in Funny Car,” said Buddy Hull, host of Talkin’ Funny Cars. “He’s proof that passion and perseverance matter more than size, and his story about racing with family and having a sponsor like SCAG behind him is one every fan should hear. He talks a lot about his fellow SCAG teammates, and what their comradery means to him, proving once again that he’s truly just a great guy.” Continue reading
HULL IS SUPPORTIVE OF HIS JIM DUNN RACING TEAMMATES IN ST. LOUIS
ST. LOUIS – While NHRA sophomore Funny Car driver Buddy Hull is still out of the Jim Dunn Racing driver’s seat recovering from a left-
hand injury, Alex Laughlin filled in for him this weekend at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals. Hull stayed busy at World Wide Technology Raceway, entertaining fans and promoting the upcoming episode of his hit TV show, Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull.
“It’s important to me to still show up, even if my hand is still too injured to compete,” said Hull. “The Jim Dunn Racing team works so hard, and we have fantastic sponsors like Menards, who I love to represent. This facility in St. Louis is fantastic, both for the drivers and fans, and I’m lucky to get to see it from both sides.”
In between qualifying rounds, Hull could be seen signing autographs and taking photos with fans out of the Jim Dunn Racing pits. During the qualifying action, Hull was up on the roof of the tower, observing the competition to stay sharp for when he is medically cleared to get back in the car. Continue reading
MENARDS CELEBRATES JIM DUNN RACING’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY AT THE MIDWEST NATIONALS
LONG BEACH, CA – Jim Dunn Racing, one of the most legendary teams in NHRA history, is set to compete with their Menards Funny Car 
this weekend at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, September 26-28. The race marks another milestone in the team’s 75th year in professional drag racing.
At the most recent Countdown event in Charlotte, Jim Dunn Racing and Alex Laughlin, filling in for driver Buddy Hull, recorded elapsed times of 4.026 seconds, 4.000 seconds and 3.987 seconds, a promising sign that the team is headed in the right direction during the NHRA’s six-race Countdown. The Midwest Nationals is the third of those six events, and the team is eager to continue moving forward.
“I couldn’t be more excited about the direction our team is headed,” said Hull. “Charlotte was a big step forward for us with that sub-four-second run, and it showed that the hard work everyone has been putting in is starting to pay off. I’m proud to have Alex filling in for me again in St. Louis while I get back to 100 percent. He’s a great driver and having him double up in Funny Car and Pro Mod just shows his adaptability.” Continue reading
