NHRA^® Team Report

NHRA Nationals – Topeka, KS

Pre-Race Report

After a quarter final finish in Pomona, Cruz Pedregon and team put the team’s back-up car to the test at the “Night Under Fire” exhibition in Ohio before heading to Kansas. Topeka’s Heartland Motorsports Park is a historically good track for Cruz where he’s set several records with memorable wins such as the one in the notable “Batman Forever” all-black Funny car.

“Topeka is a consistently great event for me since I’ve won quite a few races here. I love the atmosphere, and the track is strong with really good grip. It’s maybe one of the best surfaces on the circuit, so the team and I are looking forward to it. We’re still working out some kinks to make our race car better, and I’m trying to do a better job as a driver. But overall, the needle is pointing up,” Cruz says. “Watch for the special paint scheme this weekend honoring all the hardworking Snap-on franchisees. Snap-on is our primary sponsor, so I get to meet and ride along with many of the franchisees throughout the year calling on shops and customers. I’ve even been through their training course, so I have a real appreciation for what they do and the Makers and Fixers they serve. I dedicate this race to all the first-rate franchisees who really inspire me, and the plan is to make them proud here at one of my favorite tracks.”

The new “franchise” paint scheme on the Snap-on^® “Makers and Fixers” Dodge^® SRT^®Hellcat^® Funny Car carries the signature Snap-on red and black colors with racing stripes featuring special messaging around SnaponFranchise.com. A large “Own It” badge stands out on the hood as a visual reminder of the opportunity to own a Snap-on franchise.