{"id":103242,"date":"2026-03-19T20:44:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T20:44:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/the-nhra-outlaw-street-series-where-street-meets-strip-in-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T20:44:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T20:44:06","slug":"the-nhra-outlaw-street-series-where-street-meets-strip-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racepages.com\/Videos\/drag-racing\/uncategorized\/the-nhra-outlaw-street-series-where-street-meets-strip-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"THE NHRA OUTLAW STREET SERIES: WHERE STREET MEETS STRIP IN 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\">THE REVOLUTION HAS ARRIVED!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\">Get ready for the most electrifying collision of street racing and professional drag racing ever witnessed! The\u00a0<span class=\"font-semibold\">Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series presented by Xpel<\/span>\u00a0is bringing the raw, unfiltered energy of street racing\u2019s biggest stars to NHRA\u2019s hallowed grounds in 2026. This isn\u2019t NPK, this isn\u2019t No Prep Kings \u2013 this is something entirely NEW and EXPLOSIVE!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f3c1.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc1\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> THE SERIES BREAKDOWN<\/h2>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\">After years of underground dominance and television fame, the legends of Street Outlaws are taking their talents to the biggest stage in drag racing. This groundbreaking exhibition series represents a historic partnership between NHRA and the street racing community, bringing together two worlds that were once considered incompatible.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Format &amp; Competition Structure:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ml-4 list-outside list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">8-car qualified fields<\/span>\u00a0battling for supremacy<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Three rounds of qualifying<\/span>\u00a0on Friday and Saturday<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Semifinals and finals<\/span>\u00a0on Sunday alongside NHRA\u2019s premier classes<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">10 drivers competing<\/span>\u00a0for 8 qualifying spots at each event<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">Full integration into NHRA national events \u2013 these street legends will be racing in front of packed grandstands!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f697.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\ude97\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> THE HEAVY HITTERS: CONFIRMED PARTICIPANTS<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">The Core Three (Competing at EVERY Event):<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol class=\"ml-8 list-outside list-decimal\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">RYAN MARTIN<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 The mastermind behind the infamous \u201cFireball Camaro,\u201d Martin brings calculated precision and raw speed to every pass. This analytical racer has dominated the streets and is ready to prove himself on the big stage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">SHAWN \u201cMURDER NOVA\u201d ELLINGTON<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 The fan-favorite with the iconic black Nova that strikes fear into competitors\u2019 hearts. Murder Nova isn\u2019t just a car \u2013 it\u2019s a legend, and Shawn\u2019s bringing that street credibility to NHRA\u2019s quarter-mile.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">SCOTT TAYLOR<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 A proven competitor with the skills and machinery to run with anyone. Taylor\u2019s commitment to the sport and technical expertise make him a serious threat in this new arena.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Additional Confirmed Racers:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol class=\"ml-8 list-outside list-decimal\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">PAIGE COUGHLIN<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Breaking barriers and taking names, Coughlin brings fresh energy and serious driving skills to the series.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">CHEVY REEVES<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Another street racing veteran ready to show NHRA fans what real street power looks like.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">CHRIS RANKIN<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Bringing years of experience and a never-back-down attitude to the competition.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">CLAY COLE<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 A rising star ready to prove himself against the established names.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">KYE KELLEY<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 The \u201cShocker\u201d himself, known for his aggressive driving style and never-quit attitude.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">JUSTIN SWANSTROM<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Young gun with serious horsepower and the skills to back it up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\">\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">JEFF LUTZ<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 The veteran racer bringing decades of experience and his legendary \u201c57\u201d Chevy to the party.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><em class=\"italic\">Additional participants including Robin Roberts have also been mentioned as potential competitors.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f4c5.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcc5\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> 2026 INAUGURAL SEASON SCHEDULE<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">CONFIRMED DEBUT EVENT:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley\">\u00a0<span class=\"font-semibold\">NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ml-4 list-outside list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Location:<\/span>\u00a0Charlotte, North Carolina<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Dates:<\/span>\u00a0April 24-26, 2026<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Venue:<\/span>\u00a0The state-of-the-art zMAX Dragway<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Significance:<\/span>\u00a0The HISTORIC first-ever Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series competition!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><em class=\"italic\">Additional events throughout the 2026 NHRA season are expected to be announced, with the series appearing at select NHRA national events. The full schedule is being finalized as NHRA celebrates its 75th anniversary season.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f4a5.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca5\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> WHY THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">The Perfect Storm:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ml-4 list-outside list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Legitimacy meets Street Cred:<\/span>\u00a0NHRA\u2019s professional platform combined with Street Outlaws\u2019 raw appeal<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">New Audience:<\/span>\u00a0Bringing street racing fans to NHRA events while giving traditional fans a taste of street culture<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Prime Time Action:<\/span>\u00a0These cars and personalities have been television stars for over a decade<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Technical Innovation:<\/span>\u00a0Street-style builds meeting NHRA safety standards creates a unique class of competition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"mb-1 mt-4 break-words text-lg font-semibold\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">What Makes This Different from NPK:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ml-4 list-outside list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">NHRA Sanctioned:<\/span>\u00a0Full integration into national NHRA events<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Professional Venue:<\/span>\u00a0Racing on prepped tracks at legendary facilities<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Exhibition Format:<\/span>\u00a0Special showcase status within NHRA\u2019s event structure<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Corporate Backing:<\/span>\u00a0Right Trailers and Xpel providing major series sponsorship<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0.5\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Television Coverage:<\/span>\u00a0Expected coverage through NHRA\u2019s FOX Sports partnership<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f3af.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfaf\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> THE STAKES<\/h2>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\">This isn\u2019t just about trophies \u2013 it\u2019s about LEGACY. These street racing icons are putting their reputations on the line, transitioning from the streets to the sport\u2019s biggest stage. Every pass down the track is a statement, every win a validation of street racing\u2019s evolution into mainstream motorsports.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f52e.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udd2e\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> THE FUTURE IS NOW<\/h2>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\">The Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series represents more than just a new racing class \u2013 it\u2019s a cultural phenomenon. As we approach the April debut at zMAX Dragway, the anticipation is building to a fever pitch. Will street racing\u2019s biggest names dominate on NHRA\u2019s stage? Can they adapt to the pressure of racing in front of massive crowds at legendary venues?<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 break-words text-xl font-semibold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/1f39f.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf9f\" class=\"wp-smiley\"> DON\u2019T MISS HISTORY IN THE MAKING!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\">Mark your calendars for\u00a0<span class=\"font-semibold\">April 24-26, 2026<\/span>, at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte for the inaugural event. This is where legends are born, where street meets strip, and where the future of drag racing takes shape. The Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series isn\u2019t just a race \u2013 it\u2019s a REVOLUTION!<\/p>\n<p class=\"overflow-wrap-anywhere mb-4 break-words text-base font-normal leading-7 last:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mb-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold\">Get your tickets now at NHRA.com and witness the birth of drag racing\u2019s newest and most exciting chapter!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noprep.com\/the-nhra-outlaw-street-series-where-street-meets-strip-in-2026\/\">THE NHRA OUTLAW STREET SERIES: WHERE STREET MEETS STRIP IN 2026<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noprep.com\/\">No Prep Racing<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE REVOLUTION HAS ARRIVED! Get ready for the most electrifying collision of street racing and professional drag racing ever witnessed! 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