National Trail Raceway
IHRA Purchase of National Trail Raceway Becomes Final
HEBRON, OH — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has finalized the purchase of another first-class drag racing facility with 
National Trail Raceway.
The track located in suburban Columbus, Ohio has a rich history, first opened in 1964, and now a bright future with today’s announcement.
National Trail Raceway features a quarter-mile drag strip, which had its concrete ground just last week, and upgraded bleachers to make it more comfortable for spectators. Other amenities include a great variety of foods at concessions along with official merchandise at the National Trail Raceway (Pro Shop).
“The IHRA is great. I think (IHRA owner) Darryl Cuttell is taking it to the glory days and making it bigger and better than ever,” said NTR’s Jay Livingston who is staying on as team manager. Continue reading
MANAGEMENT CHANGES ANNOUNCED AT HEARTLAND PARK TOPEKA AND NATIONAL TRAIL RACEWAY
It was announced today that effective immediately Chris and Stacey Payne will take over the daily management 
operations of Heartland Park Topeka, Topeka, KS while supervising the operations at National Trail Raceway, Columbus, Ohio.
Chris and Stacey Payne own both Heartland Park Topeka and National Trail Raceway.
Scott and Laura Gardner who previously held management positions have elected to move on but in the interim will work as a consultant for the facilities assuring a smooth management transition.
“It was a great opportunity to be a part of the rebuilding process of both facilities with a lot of progress being made in a short period of time”, said Gardner, “we wish Chris and Stacey the best in their endeavors.”
STEVE LONG NAMED GENERAL MANAGER AT NATIONAL TRAIL RACEWAY IN COLUMBUS
It was announced today that Steve Long has joined National Trail Raceway in Columbus, Ohio as the General 
Manager.
With experience as the lead starter at National Trail Raceway and a background of drag racing operations along with experience in management and team building, Long brings decades of experience that will prove very helpful in the redevelopment of National Trail Raceway.
“I am personally very excited to welcome Steve to our management team. Having only known him for a brief time, I instantly realized Steve will do an outstanding job and will be a fantastic addition to our company,” said Scott Gardner, Chief Operating Officer
Prior to joining the National Trail Raceway team, Long was a Business Development Manage and Sales Coach and worked at select NHRA events.
