Category: BTE Car of the Week
Monday, January 18, 2021
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 Andrew Ellis from Evington, VA, who owns and races a 1987 Chevrolet S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My older brother raced a little when I was younger. I always wanted to race so I saved my money and bought a truck to race.
When and where was your first drag race?
New London...
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Monday, January 18, 2021
Friday, January 15, 2021
We love to give everyone in our BTE community a chance to show off their ride every Wednesday. However, as we go through the submission process we often notice missing information, which is why your entry may not be published.
To make sure everyone has a clear picture of how it works, here’s how to properly send in your submission to guarantee your Car of the Week slot:
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Friday, January 15, 2021
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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 Paul Vinyard from Albuquerque, NM, who owns and races a 1999 Cameron RED.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I was born into it, my dad raced a RED, then I raced JR’s, now I have my own car.
When and where was your first drag race?
Probably Alamo City Motorplex in San Antonio when I...
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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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 Kevin Warren from Milan,Tennessee, who owns and races a 1972 Chevrolet Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My father
When and where was your first drag race?
Jackson Dragway in Jackson, TN.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1972 Chevrolet Nova
Does your...
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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
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 Joey Cram from Santa Fe, Texas, who owns and races a 1977 Tube Chassis Vega.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My cousin Frank when I was about 10 years old
When and where was your first drag race?
Houston Raceway Park 1982-ish
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Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Monday, December 21, 2020
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 Sam Freeman from Hertfordshire, UK, who owns and races an A Fuel FED (2018).
How did you get interested in drag racing?
From a UK magazine in the Sunday newspaper.
When and where was your first drag race?
1970
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
A Fuel FED built in 2018. Crashed it...
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Monday, December 21, 2020
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
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 Lloyd Kreklewich from Regina, SK, Canada who owns and races a 1997 Chevy Cavalier.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I grew up with cars and liked it.
When and where was your first drag race?
Saskatoon in the 1980’s
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1997 Chevy...
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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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 Rick Alford from Lakeland, FL, who owns and races a 1967 Chevy II Nova SS.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Racing event in 1972
When and where was your first drag race?
Street racing in Lakeland, FL, back in 1975
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
Chevy II Nova...
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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 Bill Becker from Paso Robles, CA, who owns and races a 1933 Willys Sedan Delivery.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
We had a drag racer that lived next door when I was a kid in Southern California. I got to go with him to the tracks and have wanted to pursue it since then.
When and where...
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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
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 Billy Ferguson from Carleton, Michigan, who owns and races a 1969 Camaro SS.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad used to race which got me interested, and once I started racing I was hooked.
When and where was your first drag race?
I did a lot of street racing when I was about 17-years-old...
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
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 William Orozco from Las Vegas, NV, who owns and races a 7.0 Pro Funny Car.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Through my brother-in-law back in the 60s
When and where was your first drag race?
Lions Drag Strip
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
7.0 Pro Funny Car
Does...
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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
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 Earl Schexnayder from Arnaudville, LA, who owns and races a 2000 Ford Mustang Cobra.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
As soon as I started driving...I started racing! I still have my 1st vehicle! 1969 F100 since 1985
When and where was your first drag race?
Eunice Raceway in LA, now...
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Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
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 Cory Berge from Phelan, California, who owns and races a 1981 Toyota Starlet.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Grew up around it then decided to take a chance offroad. Then I noticed the urge to go faster was there, so I decided it was time to buy a car.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
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 Scott Pareso from Brighton, CO, who owns and races a 1923 Altered T-Bucket.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad
When and where was your first drag race?
My 16th birthday at Bandimere Speedway
What model/year do you race now? Any special...
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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
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 Kyle Fritz from Mesa, Arizona, who owns and races a 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My father has been a drag racer for 30+ years. I can’t remember a time when I wasn't interested in drag racing! This has truly become my life.
When and where was your...
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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Monday, October 5, 2020
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 Kaleb Hall from Omaha, Nebraska, and his 1966 Ford Falcon.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My grandfather and father were racing long before I was born, so I was brought up around cars.
When and where was your first drag race?
The first drag race I attended was at Nebraska Motorplex in...
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Monday, October 5, 2020
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
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 Gerald Neace from Cynthiana, KY, who owns and races a 1969 Chevy Chevelle.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Started racing in 1979 as a street racer then went to bracket racing around 1984
When and where was your first drag race?
1979 on the street
What model/year do you race...
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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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 Kent Newsome from Forest Hill, MD, who owns and races a ProCharged Dragster.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Mechanical curiosity
When and where was your first drag race?
Summer Nationals in Englishtown
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
Procharged small block...
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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 Scott Mills from Jackson, TN, who owns and races a 235” Worthy Dragster.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad and his best friend both raced and so I was raised around it.
When and where was your first drag race?
Jackson Dragway
What model/year do you race now? Any special...
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Friday, September 4, 2020
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 Eagan, MN, who owns and races a 1972 Chevelle.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Always been a car guy ever since I was a kid
When and where was your first drag race?
1988, Rock Falls Raceway
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1972 Chevelle 383. A John...
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Friday, September 4, 2020
Friday, August 28, 2020
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 Tiaan van der Merwe from South Africa, who owns and races a Chevy S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I have been a Petrol Head ever since I was a boy. It first started with street drags and from there the passion just got bigger.
When and where was your first drag race?
In 1993 on a small...
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Friday, August 28, 2020
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
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 Rainaldo Viruet from Pennsylvania, who owns and races a 1988 Firebird Trans Am.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My family was a drag racing family
When and where was your first drag race?
Puerto Rico
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1988 Firebird Trans Am
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Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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 David Hollis from Dyer, TN, who owns and races a 1979 Chevy C10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
As a kid, my cousin gave me his old Hot Rod magazines. That was it!
When and where was your first drag race?
Mid-South Dragway, spring 2018
What model/year do you race now? Any special...
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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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 Brent Fuller from Fyffe, Alabama, who owns and races a 1985 Chevy S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I had 2 uncles in 1972 that had GTO’s and would carry us to the track when I was 9 years old. It gets in the blood!
When and where was your first drag race?
On the street. We did a lot...
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
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 Mark Guinn from Washington, WV, who owns and races a 1980 Chevy Monza.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I was born into it. My father is a long time racer.
When and where was your first drag race?
Eldora Dragway, Fairmont, WV, 1992
What model/year do you race now? Any...
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Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Friday, July 24, 2020
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 Brian Wulff from Charles City, Iowa, who owns and races a 1987 Pontiac Trans Am.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad
When and where was your first drag race?
NEITA Raceway in Cedar Falls, Iowa
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1987 Pontiac Trans Am ...
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Friday, July 24, 2020
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
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 Rob Kruger from Oshkosh, Wisconsin, who owns and races a 2007 Police Interceptor.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My brother, friends, and Eric. Racing is just in my blood and it helps keep kids out of trouble.
When and where was your first drag race?
I'd say it's hard to...
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Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
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 Jacob Dufrene from Lockport, LA, who owns and races a 2001 Camaro.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Family
When and where was your first drag race?
No Problem Raceway
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
2001 Camaro
Does your car have a nickname?
Ironman
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Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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 Rory Vick from Riley Township, Michigan, who owns and races a 1972 Rally Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
As a kid in the 70s
When and where was your first drag race?
First time I drag race at track was around 2004 at The Ubly Dragway Ubly Michigan.
What...
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Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
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 Rich Reed from Champaign Illinois, who owns and races a 1966 Chevelle Super Sport.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Went to a drag strip with friends and family at a young age...I should have stayed home, lol!
When and where was your first drag race?
1986 Coles County dragway in Charleston...
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
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 Mandi DeLarec from Akron, OH, who owns and races a 1991 Mustang.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My father, uncle and sister all race.
When and where was your first drag race?
Dragway 42 when I was really young. My first race competing was at Summit Motorsports Park.
What model/year do...
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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 John Jeffries from Belle Vernon, PA, who owns and races a 2001 Chevy S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Former Aviation Mechanic in the military. We used to drag race on the runway when we had the chance.
When and where was your first drag race?
Fort Hood Texas, 1984
What...
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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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 Buddy Dailey from Hannibal, MO, who owns and races a 1967 Chevy Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Going to watch my dad.
When and where was your first drag race?
I-57 dragstrip in Benton, IL.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1967 Chevy Nova built by Garret...
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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 Cody Graham from Forrest City, Arkansas, who owns and races a 2000 S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My uncle raced.
When and where was your first drag race?
1998 Jackson Dragway.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
2000 S10, 1969...
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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 Dan Thacker from Ashland, KY, who owns and races a 1962 Chevy II Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad got me into hot rods when I was a kid, then I got competitive with it as I got a little older. Then came the nitrous and I was hooked.
When and where was your first drag race?
My first...
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Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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 Robert Prough from Greencastle, Missouri, who owns and races a 2004 Mazda RX8.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My older brother.
When was your first drag race?
When I was 16 years old.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
2004 Mazda RX8
Does your car have a...
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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Monday, May 11, 2020
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 Jim Blalock from Abbeville, AL, who owns and races a 1994 Chevrolet S10.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I lived close to our local drag strip Big A Dragway where we used to stand in the yard and listen to the cars. When I became older we would go watch and I always liked anything fast and loud.
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Monday, May 11, 2020
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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 Ben Partlow from Askov, MN, who owns and races a 2016 Mega Truck.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I saw it on tv as a kid. Got into drag racing as a kid which progressed into dirt track racing, and now mud drags/hill in a hole mega truck racing.
When and where was your first drag race?
1999...
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Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
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 Chris Kaarsberg from Warwick, Queensland, Australia, who owns and races a 1977 Holden Torana.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Always been into cars.
When and where was your first drag race?
Late 80s on the back roads around town.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?...
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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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 Bill Mccarty from Bloomington, Indiana, who owns and races a 1984 Dodge D150.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My brother took me back in 1989 and I have been hooked ever since.
When and where was your first drag race?
1989 in Terre Haute, Indiana at the Terre Haute Action Dragstrip.
What...
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Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
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 Brent Lancaster from Fort Worth, Texas, who owns and races a 1970 Chevy Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My grandpa and dad.
When and where was your first drag race?
Kennedale, TX in 2009
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1970 Nova bracket car
Does...
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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 Bill Mszyco from Pittsburgh, PA , who owns and races a 1984 Monte Carlo SS.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My uncle
When and where was your first drag race?
I was 10 years old at the South Mountain Raceway.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1984 Monte Carlo SS ...
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Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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 Mark Blake from Prichard, WV, who owns and races a 1994 Camaro.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My dad and family friends.
When and where was your first drag race?
Tri-River Dragway
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
Camaro 1994
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Monday, March 9, 2020
Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series!
This is where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Kenny Propst from Houston, Texas, who owns and races a 2015 American Dragster.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
My stepdad drove Top Fuel Funny Car.
When and where was your first drag race?
First competitive race was 2016 at Northstar Dragway in Sanger, TX.
What...
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Monday, March 9, 2020
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
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 Taggart from Brandon, MS, who owns and races a 1967 Chevy II Wagon.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
It’s in my blood. My dad and brother also drag race.
When and where was your first drag race?
Jackson International Dragway Pearl MS in 1984
What model/year do you race now? Any...
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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
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 Tony Tafelski from Toledo, Ohio, who owns and races a 1978 Oldsmobile Omega.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Grew up drag racing.
When and where was your first drag race?
25 years ago at Sand Drags Milan Dragway.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1978...
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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Friday, February 14, 2020
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 John Schaeffer from Springfield, Missouri, who owns and races a 1999 Camaro.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Watching NHRA growing up.
When and where was your first drag race?
Ozark raceway Park Rogersville Mo.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1999 Camaro
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Friday, February 14, 2020
Friday, February 7, 2020
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 Gene Sweatt from Brighton, Tennessee, who owns and races a 1976 Vega.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
I’ve been around cars most of my adult life.
When and where was your first drag race?
Lakeland in 1973
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
23 Altered NDRl...
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Friday, February 7, 2020
Friday, January 31, 2020
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 Scott White from Grand Junction, CO, who owns and races a 1969 Chevelle.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
It’s been so long I can’t remember...
Where was your first drag race?
Mexico.
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1969 Chevelle. 100% street car, 100%...
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Friday, January 31, 2020
Monday, January 27, 2020
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 Donald Gertz II from Crownsville, MD, who owns and races a 1974 Chevy Nova.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
When my Dad started racing around 1966.
When and where was your first drag race?
In the summer of 1996, when I got my license.
What model/year do you race now? Any special...
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Monday, January 27, 2020