The Kalitta Motorsports Tequila Patron Toyota Camry Funny Car team has been riding a wave of success and heads into Norwalk, OH with a great feeling of accomplishment and looking to keep the momentum going this weekend at the 6th Annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. In the past three races, Team Patron, led by ESPY nominated crew chief Del Worsham, has set a 2012 Rookie record, made final and semi-final round appearances, and beat 15-time NHRA Funny Car champion, John Force.
On April 27, 2008, Ashley Force Hood solidified her spot in the history books of drag racing. The daughter of NHRA driving legend, John Force, also became the first female Funny Car driver to win a championship (against her dad, of all people).
This Friday, June 8th, Matt Hagan and Auto-Plus will be at the Roanoke, VA location to collect stuffed animals for children suffering from the effects of natural disasters. If you're in the area, stop by to donate & meet the 2011 Funny Car Champ!