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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Car of the Week: Gerald Neace's 1969 Chevy 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, September 29, 2020
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Car of the Week: Kent Newsome's ProCharged Dragster

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, September 22, 2020
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Car of the Week: Scott Mills' 235" Worthy Dragster

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose
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Friday, September 4, 2020

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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, September 4, 2020
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Friday, August 28, 2020

Car of the Week: Tiaan van der Merwe's Chevy S10

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, August 28, 2020
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Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Car of the Week: Rainaldo Viruet's 1988 Firebird Trans Am

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 ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, August 25, 2020
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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Car of the Week: David Hollis' 1979 Chevy 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

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

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Car of the Week: Mark Guinn's 1980 Chevy Monza

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, August 4, 2020
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Friday, July 24, 2020

Car of the Week: Brian Wulff's 1987 Pontiac Trans Am

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 ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, July 24, 2020
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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Car of the Week: Rob Kruger's 2007 Police Interceptor

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, July 21, 2020
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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Car of the Week: Jacob Dufrene's 2001 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 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 ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, July 15, 2020
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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Car of the Week: Rory Vick's 1972 Rally 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Car of the Week: Rich Reed's 1966 Chevelle Super Sport.

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, July 1, 2020
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Car of the Week: Mandi DeLarec's 1991 Mustang

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, June 23, 2020
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Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Car of the Week: John Jeffries' 2001 Chevy S10

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020

Car of the week: Buddy Dailey's 1967 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Car of the Week: Cody Graham's 2000 Chevy S10

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

Car of the Week: Dan Thacker's 1962 Chevy II 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Car of the Week: Robert Prough's 2004 Mazda RX8

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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Monday, May 11, 2020

Car of the Week: Jim Blalock's 1994 Chevrolet S10

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. ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, May 11, 2020
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Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Car of the Week: Ben Partlow's 2016 Mega Truck

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Car of the Week: Cody Spears' 2001 Pontiac Formula

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 Spears from Mount Carmel, TN, who owns and races a 2001 Pontiac Formula. How did you get interested in drag racing? Started going to the track as a kid with my grandparents.  When and where was your first drag race? Cherokee Dragway 2005 What model/year do you race now? Any special... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, April 29, 2020
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Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Car of the Week: Glenn Evans' 1977 Ford F150

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 Glenn Evans  from McDonough, GA, who owns and races a 1977 Ford F150. How did you get interested in drag racing? Grandpa and family When and where was your first drag race? In the 80s on the streets What model/year do you race now? Any special features? 1977 (Converted mudtruck) F150 Does... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, April 22, 2020
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Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Car of the Week: Bill Mccarty's 1984 Dodge D150

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Car of the Week: Brent Lancaster's 1970 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 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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, April 1, 2020
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Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Car of the Week: Bill Mszyco's 1984 Monte Carlo SS

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 ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Car of the Week: Mark Blake's 1994 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 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 Does your car have a nickname?... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Car of the Week: Ryan Taggart's 1967 Chevy II Wagon

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, March 3, 2020
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Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Car of the Week: Tony Tafelski's 1978 Oldsmobile Omega

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Tuesday, February 25, 2020
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Friday, February 14, 2020

Car of the Week: John Schaeffer's 1999 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 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  ... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, February 14, 2020
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Friday, February 7, 2020

Car of the Week: Gene Sweatt's 1976 Vega

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... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Friday, February 7, 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 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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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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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 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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Monday, January 14, 2019

Car of the Week: Jim Saunders' 1991 Ford Mustang GT

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 Jim Saunders from Virginia, who owns and races a 1991 Ford Mustang GT. How did you get into drag racing? Went to a drag race in 1983 with my boss at Maryland International Raceway and was “bitten by the bug” right away! When and where was your first race? Maryland International Raceway in Budds Creek,... Read More
Posted by Amber Ambrose at Monday, January 14, 2019
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