ARP, the fastener manufacturing firm, is sponsoring cash awards for racers and specialty awards during the California Hot Rod Reunion.

By Greg Jones Greg Jones is Content Director and Editor of Engine Builder Magazine. Published: Oct 19, 2026
The upcoming California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports, will benefit from special bonus cash awards from ARP worth $12,500. These include $1,000 for the winners of Top Fuel and Funny Car, $500 for AA/FA and additional $250 awards for Heritage Series Groups 1 & 2, Pro Mod, and other classes. Related Articles
The fastener manufacturing firm is also sponsoring specialty awards for fan favorite longest D/G wheelstand and back-up girl competition, which will be voted on by race fans via cell phone.
First held in 1992, the October 23-25 event at the historic Famoso Dragstrip now includes NHRA Heritage Series racing, the always-popular Cacklefest of vintage fuel cars and the Nitro Revival social gathering of racers, including many drag racing legends.
ARP to Support Annual California Hot Rod Reunion
ARP, the fastener manufacturing firm, is sponsoring cash awards for racers and specialty awards during the California Hot Rod Reunion.

By Greg Jones Greg Jones is Content Director and Editor of Engine Builder Magazine. Published: Oct 19, 2026
The upcoming California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports, will benefit from special bonus cash awards from ARP worth $12,500. These include $1,000 for the winners of Top Fuel and Funny Car, $500 for AA/FA and additional $250 awards for Heritage Series Groups 1 & 2, Pro Mod, and other classes. Related Articles
The fastener manufacturing firm is also sponsoring specialty awards for fan favorite longest D/G wheelstand and back-up girl competition, which will be voted on by race fans via cell phone.
First held in 1992, the October 23-25 event at the historic Famoso Dragstrip now includes NHRA Heritage Series racing, the always-popular Cacklefest of vintage fuel cars and the Nitro Revival social gathering of racers, including many drag racing legends.
Special “Bonus Participant” stickers have been created to qualify CHRR contestants for the cash awards and will be made available at the track.