Welcome to Episode 133 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Drag and Drive events dropped like CRAZY at PRI 2025, we recap all the new events, dates and tracks. Then we recap the Drag & Drive Awards, winners and their accomplishments. And we talk with a bunch of #racecarfriends that were at PRI with us. Their favorite cars, booths, bars and the stars they saw.
PRI Week Begins: Big Plans, Big Guests, and the Biggest Drag-and-Drive Presence Ever | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 132 Presented by Summit Racing
Episode 132 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing opened with a familiar mix of excitement and exhaustion. PRI week had officially arrived, and the DDR team was juggling last-minute logistics, booth planning, travel schedules, livestream timing, giveaways, banners, and ten different people texting Mike and Eric at the same time about cords, camera bags, shirts, and interviews.
This wasn’t a normal DDR episode.
This was the PRI Pre-Show.
And the goal was simple:
Lay out exactly what fans can expect during the biggest motorsports tradeshow in the country.
Mike summed up the mood right away:
“I don’t know how we’re gonna do it all, but we’re gonna get it done.”
With thousands of racers, builders, manufacturers, and fans already flying into Indianapolis, Drag Drive Repeat prepared to bring the drag-and-drive world front and center for three straight days.
Stories From the Road, Lessons From the Grind | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 131 presented by Summit Racing – Featuring Ry Klemp
Introduction: The Stories That Define a Community
Episode 131 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing opened with a familiar tone. Calm. Direct. Warm in the way only drag-and-drive people can be warm, even while they joke about broken parts, sleepless nights, and gas-station parking lot repairs.
This episode wasn’t about big announcements or season-ending drama. It was about people.
People doing their best under tough conditions.
People helping each other when things break.
People finishing what they started even when it hurts.
Mike Narx and Eric White welcomed Ry Klemp, the racer whose name became synonymous with the “Best Story of the Year” award. His willingness to talk about failure, pain, brotherhood, and the real side of drag-and-drive shaped the soul of the episode.
And for the next two hours, the show unfolded into an honest set of stories about struggle, hope, weird failures, victories that don’t show on a timeslip, and the kind of road-family moments that keep racers coming back.
Epic Roads, Hard Miles, and a Wild West Finish | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 130 presented by Summit Racing – Wild West Drag & Dash
Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 130 opened with a tone that felt both reflective and energized. This wasn’t just another show — it was the bridge between the year’s last major events and the coming wave of off-season rebuilds, PRI announcements, winter thrashes, and 2026’s new drag-and-drive era.
Mike Narx and Eric White carried the same lighthearted banter they always do, but the sense of pride was unmistakable. Between the Wild West Drag & Dash finale, Sick Summer photos dropping, and PRI prep hitting a sprint, you could tell the team was running full throttle while still enjoying every minute.
“Race car friends, this is Episode 130 — how did we even get here?” Mike laughed early on. “It’s been the longest year and the shortest year at the same time.”
EP 130 delivered a hard-hitting mix of gratitude, year-end perspective, technical celebration, sponsor spotlights, and a full Wild West Drag & Dash recap — a send-off worthy of one of the tightest and most emotionally charged events of 2025.
What followed was two hours of storytelling, racer recognition, behind-the-scenes insight, and one final reminder of why drag-and-drive continues to grow: people, passion, and a willingness to test themselves against the road.
Big News, Big Moves, and a Bigger Future | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 129 presented by Summit Racing
Episode 129 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing carried a different energy the moment the live stream opened. You could hear it in Mike Narx’s voice. You could see it in the chat. And you could feel it in the way the hosts paced each segment.
This wasn’t another Wednesday night recap.
This was buildup. This was tension. This was the spark before the flame.
“We’ve got huge announcements tonight,” Mike teased early on. “Stuff we’ve been keeping quiet for months — and we finally get to say it out loud.”
Introduction: The Calm Before the Storm
Between the mounting anticipation around PRI 2025, the upcoming Short Circuit, the explosive growth of drag-and-drive events, and the reveal of DDR’s biggest project to date, Episode 129 delivered news that will shape the sport for years to come.
Welcome to Episode 127 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Laura Vanderhoof of Southeast Street-N-Yeet to talk about the upcoming event and then Skip from Buckeye Skips event.
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Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. Find everything at summitracing.com
Rise of the Gassers, First 4 second Average and Incredible stories from Sick Smokies 2025 | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 126 presented by Summit Racing
By Drag Drive Repeat | Presented by Summit Racing
Introduction: From Points Shakeups to Smoky Mountains Episode 126 of The Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing roared back to life after a short break—this time with a double-barreled agenda: to cover the incredible week of Sick Smokies 2025 with special guest Derek Putnam of Sick the Magazine, and to deliver big updates on the Drag-and-Drive World Championship points, Buckeye Skips winners, and the fast-approaching Short Circuit mini-event in Tulsa.
Weekend Warriors, New Events, and Record Speeds | Drag Drive Repeat Show EP 125 presented by Summit Racing
Published: October 2025 By: Drag Drive Repeat | Presented by Summit Racing
Episode 125 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing brings together everything that defines the drag and drive community — new events, incredible records, and stories of grit, passion, and perseverance.
Introduction: The Heartbeat of Drag and Drive Keeps RollingThis week, hosts Mike Narx and Eric White welcome Cody VanWinkle, the creator of Weekend Warriors Race & Relax, a brand-new regional event hosted at Western Colorado Dragway. The episode dives into Cody’s journey as a racer turned promoter, the winners and highlights of his event, the announcement of The Short Circuit (a new DDR-hosted event at Tulsa Raceway Park), and a detailed historical deep dive into Hot Rod Drag Week’s Street Race Small Block Power Adder Class.
Hot Rod Drag Week Records Shattered, Redwood Rally Wraps, and Jesse Fox’s 2,900-Mile Adventure | DDR Show EP 124
Presented by Summit Racing — September 2025
Episode 124 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing came packed with history-making headlines and heartfelt road stories. With 15 Drag Week records falling, a wild 2,900-mile Mopar-swapped Volvo trip across the country, and the Redwood Rally team joining live to crown class winners, the show captured the essence of drag-and-drive: speed, endurance, and commun
Records Shattered and Stories Galore: Hot Rod Drag Week 2025 Recapped on DDR Show EP 123
September 2025 – Presented by Summit Racing
Episode 123 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing was an all-out celebration of Hot Rod Drag Week 2025—a landmark 20th anniversary edition that delivered record-breaking performances, emotional milestones, and unforgettable road stories. Hosts Mike Narx and Eric White were joined by special guest co-host Tim Gourley of Go Fast Photography, who rode shotgun with Mike throughout the week.
Together, they unraveled the highlights of Drag Week: a new ET record from Ned Dunphy, nail-biting 8.50 index battles, the perseverance of veterans like Steve Eden and Pete Holm, and first-time finishes for long-struggling competitors.
Welcome to Episode 121 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Tonight’s show is a banger! We have drag and drive event updates, Matt Frost for Race Weekend - routes and route stops, and Tommy and Jim from Summit Racing Equipment.
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
With Hot Rod Drag Week 2025 starting on Sept 14, Mike Galimi, the Network Director of Hot Rod Magazine, was on Episode 122 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show to give us all the juicy details of the 20th Anniversary of the drag and drive that started it all!
If you are attending Drag Week, please come find Mike at the Summit truck, starting line or in the pits, and say Hi!!
Welcome to Episode 122 of the Drag Drive Repeat presented by Summit RacingAll things Hot Rod Drag Week 2025 with Mike Galimi of Hot Rod Magazine! Then we'll discuss the Winners of Drop the Hammer NC edition and the first Rocky Mountain Race WeekEND!
Welcome to Episode 120 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Episode 120 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing was one for the record books, as the spotlight turned to the 8.500 index class—one of drag-and-drive’s most competitive and unforgiving battlegrounds. Host Mike and co-host Eric welcomed a stacked lineup of guests: Steve and Dustin Trance, Brian Acton, Jay Blanchard, and Mark Campbell, all veterans of the grueling drag-and-drive world and proven hitters in the 8.50 field.
For more than two hours, the panel dissected what it takes to build, tune, and race a true 8.500 machine. From hard lessons learned at Hot Rod Drag Week to stories of repairs under parking lot lights, the conversation showcased the camaraderie, precision, and madness that defines this index.
Welcome to Episode 119 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
We have two interviews tonight! The first will be with Bryant Goldstone and Brian Robbins and their huge weekend at the Havlik’s Fastest Street Car Shootout. And then we’ll have the couple behind Nightmare Garage on to discuss their 1,000+ mile trip to Heads Up Hustle 2025! And yes, they drove the Camaro to and from the event!
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
Welcome to Episode 117 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Bill from Driven Racing Oil talks about Sick Michigan Miles and how Driven got involved in drag and drive.
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
Welcome to Episode 116 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Media Mania edition! We talk to the media teams that cover drag and drive events! The good and bad, tips and tricks, and what they wish people would understand about the media side of drag and drive.
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
Welcome to the Drag Drive Repeat News presented by Summit Racing for 7/19/2025
We’re gonna miss Eric on this one - he’s on a family vacation this weekend!
The countdown to Heads Up Hustle and Drag Week continues!! Plus we talk about Street Car Challenge that’s happening right now!
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
Welcome to the Drag Drive Repeat News presented by Summit Racing for July 12, 2025! John-Paul Franks of Heads Up Hustle will be on as he drives the route today! Street Week Sweden updates, All Stars Drag and Drive updates, and we begin the countdown to Drag Week!Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com
Welcome to Episode 113 of the Drag Drive Repeat Show presented by Summit Racing
Tonights Show should be named the Gasser Extravaganza! We have several of the Gasser Class alumni from Drag Week, Rocky Mountain Race Week and Sick Week events that’ll be telling us why and how they built these incredible cars we call Gassers!
Summit Racing's speed legacy began in 1968 as a one-man startup and is now the World's Speed Shop® with four facilities and 200+ catalog editions. Fueling your passion, they save you money, deliver fast, and offer top-notch customer service for more than 1500 brands.
Make sure to download the Summit Racing Mobile App for easy access to speed parts. Find them on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Also, you can tune in to the On All Cylinders podcast for more automotive discussions. From humble origins to the social media lane, Summit Racing stands by your need for speed. Find everything at summitracing.com