{"id":50952,"date":"2024-11-17T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-17T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=50952"},"modified":"2024-11-14T01:05:40","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T09:05:40","slug":"drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Drag Racing Legends Built for Straight-Line Speed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to the thrill of drag racing, few drivers have left as big an impact as the legends built for straight-line speed. These racers pushed the limits, set records, and made their mark on the quarter-mile strip. In this article, we\u2019ll take a look at 12 of the most iconic drag racing legends who defined the sport and mastered the art of pure speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#John_Force\" title=\"John Force\">John Force<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Kenny_Bernstein\" title=\"Kenny Bernstein\">Kenny Bernstein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Big_Daddy_Don_Garlits\" title=\"Big Daddy Don Garlits\">Big Daddy Don Garlits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Shirley_Muldowney\" title=\"Shirley Muldowney\">Shirley Muldowney<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Bob_Glidden\" title=\"Bob Glidden\">Bob Glidden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Tony_Schumacher\" title=\"Tony Schumacher\">Tony Schumacher<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Eddie_Hill\" title=\"Eddie Hill\">Eddie Hill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Larry_Dixon\" title=\"Larry Dixon\">Larry Dixon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Jack_Beckman\" title=\"Jack Beckman\">Jack Beckman<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Ron_Capps\" title=\"Ron Capps\">Ron Capps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Joe_Amato\" title=\"Joe Amato\">Joe Amato<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#Courtney_Force\" title=\"Courtney Force\">Courtney Force<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#20_Easy_DIY_Car_Repairs_That_Will_Save_You_Big_Money\" title=\"20 Easy DIY Car Repairs That Will Save You Big Money\">20 Easy DIY Car Repairs That Will Save You Big Money<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\/#15_Classic_British_Cars_That_Have_Lost_Their_Charm\" title=\"15 Classic British Cars That Have Lost Their Charm\">15 Classic British Cars That Have Lost Their Charm<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"John_Force\"><\/span><strong>John Force<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/John-Force.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/John-Force.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/John-Force-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/John-Force-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: photos by keith\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kent-wa-usa-832019-john-force-1523866718\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kent-wa-usa-832019-john-force-1523866718\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>John Force is a living legend in the world of drag racing, holding the record for the most NHRA championships with 16 Funny Car titles. Known for his charismatic personality and relentless drive, Force\u2019s career spans over four decades. His high-powered Funny Cars regularly exceed speeds of 330 mph, making him one of the fastest and most decorated racers in history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kenny_Bernstein\"><\/span><strong>Kenny Bernstein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"484\" height=\"719\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Kenny-Bernstein.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Kenny-Bernstein.jpg 484w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Kenny-Bernstein-202x300.jpg 202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: photos by keith\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Kenny+Bernstein&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Kenny_Bernstein_1986_Photo_By_Ted_Van_Pelt_(2893046414).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Kenny+Bernstein&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Kenny_Bernstein_1986_Photo_By_Ted_Van_Pelt_(2893046414).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<br><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kenny Bernstein made history by becoming the first driver to break the 300 mph barrier in an NHRA Top Fuel dragster. Known as the \u201cKing of Speed,\u201d Bernstein won six NHRA championships and helped revolutionize the sport with innovative car designs and sponsorship deals. His legacy as a pioneer of speed and performance remains unmatched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Daddy_Don_Garlits\"><\/span><strong>Big Daddy Don Garlits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Big-Daddy-Don-Garlits.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Big-Daddy-Don-Garlits.jpg 960w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Big-Daddy-Don-Garlits-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Big-Daddy-Don-Garlits-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Big-Daddy-Don-Garlits-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: photos by keith\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Big%20Daddy%20Don%20Garlits&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Still_having_fun_after_all_these_years_(1171261374).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Big%20Daddy%20Don%20Garlits&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Still_having_fun_after_all_these_years_(1171261374).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Considered the father of modern drag racing, Don Garlits transformed the sport with his innovations, including the rear-engine dragster design, which vastly improved safety. A three-time NHRA Top Fuel champion, Garlits\u2019 cars were known for their speed and precision, regularly hitting over 250 mph in his era. He is a true pioneer of straight-line racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shirley_Muldowney\"><\/span><strong>Shirley Muldowney<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Shirley-Muldowney-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Missvain \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Shirley%20Muldowney&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:2023_DENSO_NHRA_Sonoma_Nationals_-_Sarah_Stierch_08.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Shirley%20Muldowney&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:2023_DENSO_NHRA_Sonoma_Nationals_-_Sarah_Stierch_08.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Shirley Muldowney broke barriers as the first woman to win an NHRA Top Fuel championship, doing so three times in her career. Known as the \u201cFirst Lady of Drag Racing,\u201d Muldowney paved the way for future generations of female drivers and proved her dominance with incredible straight-line speed, regularly reaching over 300 mph in her Top Fuel dragster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bob_Glidden\"><\/span><strong>Bob Glidden<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bob-Glidden.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bob-Glidden.jpg 960w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bob-Glidden-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bob-Glidden-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bob-Glidden-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Jack Pine\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Bob%20Glidden&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:BobGliddenWorking2005.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Bob%20Glidden&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:BobGliddenWorking2005.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bob Glidden is one of the most successful Pro Stock drivers in NHRA history, with ten championships to his name. His mastery of straight-line speed, coupled with his engineering prowess, allowed him to dominate the Pro Stock class during the 1970s and &#8217;80s. His cars were known for their technical precision and consistent top-tier performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tony_Schumacher\"><\/span><strong>Tony Schumacher<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tony-Schumacher.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tony-Schumacher.jpg 1020w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tony-Schumacher-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tony-Schumacher-768x542.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Timothy Hale \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Tony%20Schumacher&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Tony_&#039;The_Sarge&#039;_Schumacher_visits_Fort_Bragg_(2).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Tony%20Schumacher&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Tony_&#039;The_Sarge&#039;_Schumacher_visits_Fort_Bragg_(2).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tony Schumacher, often called &#8220;The Sarge,&#8221; is the winningest Top Fuel driver in NHRA history with eight championships. Known for his calm demeanor and focus under pressure, Schumacher&#8217;s dragsters consistently pushed the limits of straight-line speed, often surpassing 330 mph. His dominance in the early 2000s solidified his legendary status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eddie_Hill\"><\/span><strong>Eddie Hill<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"305\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Eddie-Hill.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Eddie-Hill.jpg 305w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Eddie-Hill-202x300.jpg 202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: twm1340\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Eddie+Hill&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:EddieHill1986_(cropped).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Eddie+Hill&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:EddieHill1986_(cropped).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Eddie Hill, often called &#8220;The Four Father&#8221; due to his four-wheel racing career, was the first driver to break the four-second barrier in a Top Fuel dragster. Hill\u2019s straight-line speed and fearless driving earned him multiple wins and a lasting legacy as one of the fastest drivers in the history of the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Larry_Dixon\"><\/span><strong>Larry Dixon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/LarryDixon.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/LarryDixon.jpg 564w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/LarryDixon-300x288.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: twm1340\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Larry%20Dixon&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:LarryDixon.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Larry%20Dixon&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:LarryDixon.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Larry Dixon is a three-time NHRA Top Fuel champion, known for his smooth driving and high-speed passes. Dixon&#8217;s dragster regularly exceeded 320 mph, making him one of the fastest and most consistent drivers in the sport. His championships and race wins firmly place him among the drag racing elite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jack_Beckman\"><\/span><strong>Jack Beckman<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"522\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Jack-Beckman.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Jack-Beckman.jpg 522w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Jack-Beckman-218x300.jpg 218w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 522px) 100vw, 522px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Staff Sgt. Sandi Percival \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Jack%20Beckman&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:FAST_JACK_130502-F-BT667-022.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Jack%20Beckman&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:FAST_JACK_130502-F-BT667-022.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Jack Beckman is an NHRA Funny Car champion known for his technical knowledge and consistent performance on the track. Beckman\u2019s cars are regularly among the fastest in the Funny Car class, with top speeds exceeding 330 mph. His dedication to the sport and technical expertise make him a standout drag racing legend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ron_Capps\"><\/span><strong>Ron Capps<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"490\" height=\"721\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ron-Capps.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ron-Capps.jpg 490w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ron-Capps-204x300.jpg 204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 490px) 100vw, 490px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: H. Michael Miley \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Ron+Capps&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Ron_Capps_(28174892856).jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Ron+Capps&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Ron_Capps_(28174892856).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ron Capps is one of the most accomplished Funny Car drivers, with multiple NHRA championships to his name. Known for his smooth driving style and ability to push his car to the limit, Capps has regularly hit speeds over 330 mph. His longevity and success in the sport have earned him legendary status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joe_Amato\"><\/span><strong>Joe Amato<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"571\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Joe-Amato.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Joe-Amato.jpg 571w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Joe-Amato-238x300.jpg 238w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Jacobsundstrom \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Joe%20Amato&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Joe_Amato_.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Joe%20Amato&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Joe_Amato_.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Joe Amato is a five-time NHRA Top Fuel champion and the first driver to exceed 280 mph in a Top Fuel dragster. His ability to push the limits of speed while maintaining control of his car made him one of the most successful drivers in the history of the sport, with over 50 national event wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Courtney_Force\"><\/span><strong>Courtney Force<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Courtney-Force.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Courtney-Force.jpg 433w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Courtney-Force-180x300.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sarah Stierch \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Special:Search&amp;limit=20&amp;offset=20&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1&amp;search=Courtney+Force#\/media\/File:GoPro_Grand_Prix_2015_19_-_Stierch.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Special:Search&amp;limit=20&amp;offset=20&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1&amp;search=Courtney+Force#\/media\/File:GoPro_Grand_Prix_2015_19_-_Stierch.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Courtney Force is one of the most successful female drivers in NHRA history, with multiple wins in the Funny Car class. Known for her quick reflexes and smooth driving style, Force regularly posted speeds over 330 mph, making her a standout in a male-dominated sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared in<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/drag-racing-legends-built-for-straight-line-speed\">MyCarMakesNoise.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 Reasons to Hold Off on Buying a New Car if You\u2019re Under 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-210.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-210.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-210-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-210-768x513.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Supavadee butradee \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/asian-women-get-car-keys-sellers-719404027\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Buying a new car might seem exciting, but if you\u2019re under 25, it might not be the best financial decision. From higher insurance rates to rapid depreciation, there are several reasons why young drivers should consider alternatives.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/buying\/20-reasons-to-hold-off-on-buying-a-new-car-if-you-re-under-25\/ss-BB1pY7Nx?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=13\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/buying\/20-reasons-to-hold-off-on-buying-a-new-car-if-you-re-under-25\/ss-BB1pY7Nx?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Easy_DIY_Car_Repairs_That_Will_Save_You_Big_Money\"><\/span>20 Easy DIY Car Repairs That Will Save You Big Money<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-212.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-212.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-212-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-212-768x511.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Gorloff-KV \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/close-driver-hand-holding-small-bottle-2284695979\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t always need a mechanic for every car issue. Many repairs can be done at home with basic tools and a little know-how, saving you a lot of money. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/money\/other\/20-easy-diy-car-repairs-that-will-save-you-big-money\/ss-BB1pXNCj?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=15\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/money\/other\/20-easy-diy-car-repairs-that-will-save-you-big-money\/ss-BB1pXNCj?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Classic_British_Cars_That_Have_Lost_Their_Charm\"><\/span>15 Classic British Cars That Have Lost Their Charm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-213-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-213-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-213-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-213-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-213.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>British cars have long been admired for their unique charm and engineering, but not all models have stood the test of time. Some classics, once celebrated, have lost their allure due to various design flaws, reliability issues, or simply because they haven\u2019t aged well. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/15-classic-british-cars-that-have-lost-their-charm\/ss-AA1r8P9c?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=16\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/15-classic-british-cars-that-have-lost-their-charm\/ss-AA1r8P9c?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=9deca6935ab54631a601162cbafe32e6&amp;ei=16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to the thrill of drag racing, few drivers have left as big an impact as the legends built for straight-line speed. 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