Two-time Funny Car World Champion Cruz Pedregon is gearing up for the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire. With a rich history dating back to the 1960s, New England Dragway is a beloved track for many fans and racers alike.<\/p>\n
\u201cNew England Dragway is an older venue, and it\u2019s great to have the NHRA back here with a national event,\u201d said Pedregon. \u201cThe northeast has so many great fans and a lot of history has been made at this track going back to the 60s.<\/p>\n
Pedregon has been preparing to change up his season now that the tour is a quarter of the way through.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Snap-on\u00ae \u2018Makers and Fixers\u2019 Dodge\u00ae is running well\u2026it\u2019s consistent, it\u2019s fast,\u201d he added. \u201cJust on race day, we just haven\u2019t had the best luck. We plan to turn that around in the weekends ahead and feel really good about that.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve spent a lot of time talking with Jason (Bunker), the crew chief, and Johnny (West), the co-crew chief. We have several thoughts and ideas of why and how we can fix the tire spin on race day. It\u2019s all in the clutch area, and we feel confident we\u2019re going to turn the right knobs and be ready to go this weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n
This event also features Snap-on Nitro Franchisee Tim Wilson, whose name proudly adorns the side of Cruz\u2019s car. Tim, who has been a part of the Snap-on family for more than a decade, is thrilled to attend his first drag race. His father was a franchisee before him, making this a family tradition.<\/p>\n
Tim has been actively involved in the racing community, recently taking Cruz on a tour of local shops where customers showcased custom builds, from heavy equipment to cars. Tim\u2019s passion for cars extends beyond his professional life, having won a chance to attend the Mecum Auctions where he purchased two cars, now frequenting car shows.<\/p>\n
Excited about the New England Nationals, Tim has invited 80 friends, family members, and customers to join him for this exhilarating event. His enthusiasm mirrors that of the many \u2018Makers and Fixers\u2019 Snap-on celebrates.<\/p>\n
This story was originally published on May 30, 2024. <\/p>\n
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