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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Car of the Week: John Upchurch's 1966 Chevy Malibu

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Jon Upchurch from Amarillo, Texas, who owns and races a 1966 Chevy Malibu. How did you get interested in drag racing? Racing has been in my family for years! When and where was your first drag race? In 2013 at Amarillo Dragway  What model/year do you race now? Any special features? 1966 Chevy... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, January 21, 2020
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Car of the Week: Nic Gaines' 1972 Mach One

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Nic Gaines from Hayward, MN, who owns and races a 1972 Mach One. How did you get interested in drag racing? My stepdad, he got the whole family interested in it. When and where was your first drag race? Around 2003 at Cedar Falls Raceway. I was racing a ‘67 Mustang—I still have it.  ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, January 15, 2020
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Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Car of the Week: Jeremy Lyons 1982 Chevrolet Camaro

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Jeremy Lyons from Brandenburg, KY, who owns and races a 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. How did you get interested in drag racing? Watching my uncles with their ‘69 Camaros  When and where was your first drag race? A long time ago at US60 Raceway in Hardinsburg, KY. What model/year do you race now?... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Car of the Week: Gary Whitford Jr's 1969 Camaro Z/28

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Gary Whitford Jr. from Hurst, TX, who owns and races a 1969 Camaro Z/28. How did you get interested in drag racing? My Father When and where was your first drag race? Age 15 at Texas Raceway  What model/year do you race now? Any special features? 1969 Camaro Z/28 Does your car have a... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, December 31, 2019
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Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Car of the Week: Ron Flood's 1972 Chevelle

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Ron Flood from North Branch, MN, who owns and races a 1972 Chevelle. How did you get interested in drag racing? I always loved cars and I started racing as a kid. When and where was your first drag race? 1988 at Rock Falls Raceway.  What model/year do you race now? Any special... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, December 25, 2019
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Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Car of the Week: Darrell Cramer's 1966 C10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Darrell Cramer from Winnemucca, Nevada, who owns and races a 1966 C10. How did you get interested in drag racing? I always liked the speed and HP.  When and where was your first drag race? 25 years ago at our local airport. What model/year do you race now? Any special features? 1966... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, December 18, 2019
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Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Car of the Week: Bob Kruger 2007 Ford Crown Victoria

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Bob Kruger from Oshkosh, Wisconsin, who owns and races a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. How did you get interested in drag racing? My brother at age 13 and his friend Erik Johnson.  When and where was your first drag race? My first race was in my ‘84 Hurst Olds, my brother drove and won. What... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Car of the Week: Ryan Otenberger's 1968 Chevy Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Ryan Otenberger from Orlando, FL, who owns and races a 1968 Chevy Nova. How did you get interested in drag racing? Born into it.  When and where was your first drag race? National Trail Raceway, Ohio. I started going at 4 years old as a spectator, made my first pass at age 16 in 2002.  What... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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Monday, November 25, 2019

Car of the Week: Wendell Kenney's 1979 El Camino

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Wendell Kenney from Midlothian, VA who owns and races a  1979 El Camino. How did you get into drag racing? A Friend Where was your first drag race? 1967 Biloxi, MS. I won my first race and I still have trophy. What model/year do you race now? 1979 El Camino Does your car have a nickname? ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, November 25, 2019
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Monday, November 18, 2019

Car of the Week: Hoyt Cartwright's 1967 Camaro

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Hoyt Cartwright from Rossville, TN who owns and races a ‘67 Camaro. How did you get into drag racing? Been addicted since childhood.  Where was your first drag race? Lakeland International Raceway What model/year do you race now? ‘67 Camaro  Does your car have a nickname? O... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, November 18, 2019
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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Car of the Week: Vert Wallace's 1979 Chevy Malibu

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Vert Wallace from Minneapolis, Minnesota who owns and races a 1979 Chevy Malibu. How did you get into drag racing? I started with street racing and it evolved into drag racing. Where and when was your first drag race? My first race was on the street in the late ‘90s in a 1970 Cutlass on West Broadway... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, November 13, 2019
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Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Car of the Week: Calvin Reynolds' 2006 TNT Dragster

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Calvin Reynolds from Lancaster, KY who owns and races a 2006 TNT Dragster. How did you get into drag racing? I started in Jr. Dragsters when I was 11 years old. Where was your first drag race? Mountain Parkway Motorplex in Clay City, KY in the late 90s. What model/year do you race now? 2006 TNT... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, November 5, 2019
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Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Car of the Week: Rickey Greer's 1967 Chevelle

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Rickey Greer from Advance, NC, who owns and races a 1967 Chevelle . How did you get interested in drag racing? David Spaugh and my dad When and where was your first drag race? Farmington Dragway, 10 years ago What model/year do you race now?  1967 Chevelle  Does your car have a... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, October 29, 2019
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Friday, October 25, 2019

Top BTE Product Picks from COTW Alumni

Are you looking to make some improvements to your car to fix an ongoing performance problem? Just shopping around for new parts and don’t know where to start? Hear from your fellow racers (our Car of the Week alumni) as they share their personal experience using BTE products in their own words. Some have picked up more speed and others just enjoyed the durability and reliability of BTE products. We’ve made sure to include their car make and model, which part they purchased, and... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, October 25, 2019
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Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Car of the Week: Phil Combs, Jr.'s 1988 Chevy S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Phil Combs, Jr. from Demossville, Kentucky, who owns and races a 1988 Chevy S10. How did you get into drag racing? It’s family time for us. When and where was your first drag race? Thornhill Dragstrip 2016 What model/year do you race now? 1988 Chevy S10 Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, October 23, 2019
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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Car of the Week: Dewayne May's 1985 Chevy S-10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Dewayne May from Heinrich, KY, who owns and races a 1985 Chevy S-10. How did you get into drag racing? Going with my dad Where was your first drag race? Knoxville Dragway  What model/year do you race now? 1985 S-10  Does your car have a nickname? Not really  What's under... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, October 16, 2019
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Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Car of the Week: Robert Woods 1964 Chevy II SS

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Robert Woods from Kansas City, Kansas, who owns and races a ‘64 Chevy II SS. How did you get into drag racing? My neighbor took me to my first drag race and from there I was hooked. Where was your first drag race? Lawrence Drag Strip in Lawrence, Kansas. What model/year do you race now? 1964 Chevy... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, October 8, 2019
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Monday, September 30, 2019

Car of the Week: Chad White's 1992 GMC Sonoma

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Chris White from Robertsdale, AL, who owns and races a 1992 GMC Sonoma. How did you get into drag racing? My Dad and Grandpa started racing in the 80s so I was born and raised around it. When and where was your first drag race? Atmore Dragway 2004 What model/year do you race now? 1992 GMC Sonoma  ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, September 30, 2019
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Monday, September 23, 2019

Car of the Week: Rick Eisenzimmer's 1968 Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Rick Eisenzimmer from Pensacola, Florida, who owns and races a 1968 Nova. How did you get into drag racing? Been racing for as long as I can remember. Competitive cars were a natural next step and I was hooked by high school. When and where was your first drag race? Atmore Dragway in the ‘90s. (First legal... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, September 23, 2019
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Monday, September 16, 2019

Car of the Week : Bubba Paschal's 1986 Ford Mustang

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Bubba Paschal from Greensboro, NC, who owns and races a 1986 Ford Mustang. How did you get into drag racing? My grandpa started in the ’70s, then my uncle and dad, and now me and all of my brothers' race. When and where was your first drag race? Farmington Dragway What model/year do you race... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, September 16, 2019
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Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Car of the Week: Kevin Fuller's 1985 Chevy S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Kevin Fuller from Niagara Falls, NY, who owns and races a 1985 Chevy S10. How did you get into drag racing? I grew up camping at the track with my family every weekend.  When and where was your first drag race? I started off dirt track racing in go-karts, then I switched over to Jr... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, September 10, 2019
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Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Car of the Week: Kenny Case's 1970 Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Kenny Case from Norwalk, OH, who owns and races a 1970 Nova. How did you get into drag racing? Born into the sport, my dad has raced for 25+ years. When and where was your first drag race? The first race was at my home track Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, OH. I started when I was 8 years old in a Jr.... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, September 3, 2019
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Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Car of the Week: Justin Lourash's 1987 Ford Mustang Notchback

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Justin Lourash from Morristown, IN, who owns and races a 1987 Ford Mustang Notchback. How did you get into drag racing? Going to watch my dad race since I was a week old. When and where was your first drag race? 2004 at Wabash Valley Dragway in Terre Haute, Indiana. What model/year do you race now? ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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Monday, August 19, 2019

Car of the Week: Andrew Ellis' 1987 Chevrolet S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Andrew Ellis from Evington, Virginia, who owns and races a 1987 Chevrolet S10. How did you get into drag racing? My buddy Leroy had a Nova he drove on the street/strip. I’ve always liked drag racing, so I got a good deal for a turnkey truck and trailer, and I bought it. I put a lot of time and money in it... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, August 19, 2019
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Car of the Week: Lucas McKinney's 1996 Chevrolet S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Lucas McKinney from Elizabethton, TN, who owns and races a 1996 Chevrolet S10. How did you get into drag racing? My dad started racing when he was 20, so I pretty much grew up at a racetrack in the Southeast somewhere.  When and where was your first drag race? Bristol Dragway in 2008 What model/year... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, August 13, 2019
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Monday, August 5, 2019

Car of the Week: Chris Morales 1993 Chevy Silverado

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Chris Morales from Lubbock, Texas, who owns and races a 1993 Chevy Silverado. How did you get into drag racing? I've always had a passion for drag racing. My step-dad and I built this truck about 4 years and just started going to our local track, Lubbock Dragway. When and where was your first drag race? 4... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, August 5, 2019
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Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Car of the Week: Derek Pearson's 1996 Mustang

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Derek Pearson from West Frankfort, IL, who owns and races a 1996 Mustang. How did you get into drag racing? My parents own a skating rink that is a mile from the drag strip and when I was younger I would always hear the cars racing on Friday and Saturday nights and wanted to go but couldn’t because I had... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, July 30, 2019
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Monday, July 22, 2019

Car of the Week: Destin Bailey's 1964 Dodge A100 Van

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Destin Bailey from Marrero, Louisiana, who owns and races a 1964 Dodge A100 Van. How did you get into drag racing? Went to the track with my dad at 6 weeks old, first national event at 3, junior dragsters at 9, and now footbrake. When and where was your first drag race? My first race was on my 9th birthday... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, July 22, 2019
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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Car of the Week: Scott Mills' 1994 GMC 1500

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Scott Mills from Jackson, Tennessee, who owns and races a 1994 GMC 1500. How did you get into drag racing? My dad’s best friend William West got me interested. Where was your first drag race? Jackson Dragway in Jackson, TN.  What model/year do you race now? ‘94 GMC 1500 Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, July 3, 2019
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Monday, July 1, 2019

Car of the Week: Todd Smith's 1991 Chevy S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Todd Smith from Baltimore, Ohio, who owns and races a 1991 Chevy S10. How did you get into drag racing? I always wanted to build a drag car after several attempts, marriage, my son being born, buying 2 houses my lovely wife went through some health issues and after she recovered she gave the “green... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, July 1, 2019
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Thursday, June 20, 2019

Car of the Week: Gary Gillion's 1986 Chevy S-10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Gary Gillion from Winfield, Alabama, who owns and races a 1986 Chevy S-10. How did you get into drag racing? My older brother got me started. When and where was your first drag race? 1994 at Fulton Dragway What model/year do you race now? 1986 Chevy S-10 Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Thursday, June 20, 2019
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Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Car of the Week: Martin Hagstorm Chevy Nova '69

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Martin Hagstrom from Sweden, who owns and races a Chevy Nova ‘69.   How did you get into drag racing? My brother took me to a streetrace.  When and where was your first drag race? 1998 in Malmoe with a Beetle.  What model/year do you race now? Chevy Nova ‘69 Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, June 19, 2019
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Friday, June 7, 2019

Car of the Week: Matt Peters' 1984 Chevy S10

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Matt Peters from Vandalia, OH, who owns and races a 1984 Chevy S10. How did you get into drag racing? My dad got me hooked as a little kid. Where was your first drag race? First time racing was at Speedworld Motorplex in Phoenix, AZ. What model/year do you race now? 1984 Chevy S10 Does your car have... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, June 7, 2019
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Monday, June 3, 2019

Car of the Week: Derek Fuller's 2006 Chevy Colorado

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Derek Fuller from Prattville, AL, who owns and races a 2006 Chevy Colorado. How did you get into drag racing? My dad, who has been racing since the 70s. When and where was your first drag race? 2005 Jr. Dragster competition at Montgomery Motorsports Park What model/year do you race now? 2006 Chevy... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, June 3, 2019
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Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Car of the Week: Matt McCoy's 1986 Mustang GT

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Matt McCoy from Kettering, Ohio, who owns and races a 1986 Mustang GT. How did you get into drag racing? Mom and dad had fast cars all my life. Where was your first drag race? In Xenia, Ohio at Kilkare Dragway, but may have done a bit of street racing before that. What model/year do you race now? 1986... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, May 22, 2019
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Thursday, May 2, 2019

Car of the Week: Jack Tarner's 1978 Mercury Zephyr Z-7

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Jack Tarner from Owasso, Ok, who owns and races a 1978 Mercury Zephyr Z-7 (and a Dodge Viper). How did you get into drag racing? Began going with my dad in the late 60s. Got interested in it with my own car in the high school drags (1980), and have been doing it on and off since. When and where was your first... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Thursday, May 2, 2019
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Thursday, May 2, 2019

Car of the Week: Ryan Markham's 1989 Ford Mustang coupe

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Ryan Markham from West Frankfort, Illinois, who owns and races a 1989 Ford Mustang coupe. How did you get into drag racing? My brother Ian told me about a dragstrip down the road from where we lived. I was 17 years old and bought my very first vehicle with the money I saved up. Me and a few friends went out there... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Thursday, May 2, 2019
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Friday, April 26, 2019

Car of the Week: Lauren Lockhart's '67 Chevy II Nova SS

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Lauren Lockhart from Sedalia, Ketucky, who owns and races a '67 Chevy II Nova SS. How did you get into drag racing? Through my boyfriend (now husband). When and where was your first drag race? April 9th, 2011 in Gleason, TN What model/year do you race now? '67 Chevy II Nova SS Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, April 26, 2019
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Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Car of the Week: Kyle Bigley's 2002 MPR built Super Stock Firebird

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring BTE-sponsored driver Kyle Bigley from New Jersey, who owns and races a 2002 MPR built Super Stock Firebird. How did you get into drag racing? My father got me into it. When and where was your first drag race? Started at 10 years old in a half-scale junior dragster. First ever pass was at Englishtown... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, April 24, 2019
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Thursday, April 11, 2019

Car of the Week: Jared Pennington's 1972 Chevrolet Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Jared ‘Big Jed’ Pennington from Fultondale, Alabama, who owns and races a 1972 Chevrolet Nova. How did you get into drag racing? My dad got me started at the age of 13. When and where was your first drag race? Lassiter Mountain Dragway in 1984 What model/year do you race now? 1972 Chevrolet... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Thursday, April 11, 2019
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Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Car(s) of the Week: Philip Cromer's 1970 Nova & 1990 Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Philip Cromer from Kentucky, who owns and races a 1970 Nova and a 1990 Nova. How did you get into drag racing? Thanks to my dad. When and where was your first drag race? 1992 in Clay City, Kentucky What model/year do you race now? A 1970 Nova and a 1990 Nova. Does your car have a nickname? No.... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, April 9, 2019
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Monday, April 1, 2019

Car of the Week: Mark Rapp's 1970 Nostalgia Pro Stock Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Mark Rapp from SoCal (soon moving to Prosper, Texas), who owns and races a 1970 Nostalgia Pro Stock Nova. How did you get into drag racing? When I was about 7 years old, we had neighbors move in that raced drag boats, and down the street was a Super Stock racer and they both let me hang out and watch. I've been... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, April 1, 2019
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Friday, March 22, 2019

Car of the Week: Keith Morton's 1986 Ford Mustang

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Keith Morton from Hope, Arkansas, who owns and races a 1986 Ford Mustang. How did you get into drag racing? My girlfriend (now wife) worked front gate at my local track. I started going all the time and had to have a car of my own! When and where was your first drag race? May 4th, 2013 at Prescott Raceway ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, March 22, 2019
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Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Car of the Week: Scott Wallace's 1978 Chevy Malibu

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Scott Wallace from Grand Prairie, Texas, who owns and races a 1978 Chevy Malibu.  How did you get into drag racing? My dad, uncles, brothers and brother-in-law all race and got me into it. Where was your first drag race? At the now-closed Texas Raceway in Kennedale.   What model/year do you race... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, March 13, 2019
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Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Car of the Week: Robert High's 1996 Camaro Z28

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Robert High from Mayfield, Kentucky, who owns and races a 1996 Camaro Z28. How did you get into drag racing? It’s always been in my blood from a young age. When and where was your first drag race? Sikeston, MO. Late 1980’s. What model/year do you race now? 1996 Camaro Z28 Does your car... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, March 6, 2019
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Car of the Week: Tim Walker's 1972 Chevrolet Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Tim Walker from Grand Prairie, Texas, who owns and races a 1972 Chevrolet Nova. How did you get into drag racing? My dad was a drag racer. When and where was your first drag race? Texas Raceway in Kennedale, TX. What model/year do you race now? 1972 Chevrolet Nova Does your car have a nickname? No.... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, February 26, 2019
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Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Car of the Week: Sean Stearns' 1978 Chevrolet Malibu

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Sean Stearns from Owasso, Oklahoma, who owns and races a 1978 Chevrolet Malibu. How did you get into drag racing? My family has always been a car family. When and where was your first drag race? 1992 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  What model/year do you race now? 1978 Chevrolet Malibu Does your car have a... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, February 12, 2019
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Wednesday, February 6, 2019

Car of the Week: Greg Kildow's 1965 Chevy Malibu Station Wagon

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Greg Kildow from Benton, Kentucky, who owns and races a 1965 Chevy Malibu Station Wagon. How did you get into drag racing? My cousin and I started racing a 1967 GTX in 1985 at Sikeston. When and where was your first race? The first race I actually drove the car was in Newport, AR in ‘85. What model/year do you... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, February 6, 2019
BTE Car of the Week 1965 Chevy Malibu Station Wagon

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Car of the Week: Jason Wicker's 1971 Chevy Nova

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Jason Wicker from Clayton, North Carolina, who owns and races a 1971 Chevy Nova. How did you get into drag racing? My dad got me involved. When and where was your first drag race? Benson Dragstrip in 1993 What model/year do you race now? 1971 Chevy Nova Does your car have a nickname? Little Haywire... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, January 29, 2019
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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Car of the Week: Logan Martin's 1971 Ford Maverick

Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our customers and fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Logan Martin from Waynesboro, Virginia, who owns and races a 1971 Ford Maverick. How did you get into drag racing? My dad has been drag racing since I was a toddler so I grew up around it. When and where was your first race? When I was 7 years old, I raced a Junior dragster at Eastside Speedway. What model/year do you... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, January 15, 2019
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