Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio is proud to be the new home of the NHRA North Central Division Summit ET Racing Series Team Finals beginning in 2024!
Racers who qualify to represent their member track will be part of history at the prestigious event on Sept. 12-14 as it moves from its previous longtime home at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in Indiana. Making it even more rewarding, winners will advance to the NHRA Nevada Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway to race toward a world championship!
“Summit Motorsports Park has a rich history in sportsman racing that started when my father bought the track 50 years ago, and continues to this day,” said Bill Bader Jr., president of Summit Motorsports Park, which welcomes more than 500,000 guests each year and is known for its hospitality. “This exciting partnership, which has been several years in the making, proves our commitment to sportsman racing. We cannot wait to welcome into our home every racer who gives it everything they have to qualify to represent their track, and our track, at the Summit ET Racing Series Team Finals. Our team is already making plans to ensure a special and significant event for everyone in attendance, whether they have previously been to our park or not. It will be memorable.”
In addition to Summit Motorsports Park, NHRA North Central Division member tracks include Byron Dragway, Coles County Dragway, World Wide Technology Raceway, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Wabash Valley Dragway, Wagler Motorsports Park, Beech Bend Raceway Park, Ohio Valley Dragway, Milan Dragway, Edgewater Motorsports Park and National Trail Raceway.
The NHRA North Central Division Summit ET Racing Series Team Finals will include a test and tune, bonus races, Race of Champions and Team Spirit Contest. There will also be giveaways from many of the supporting sponsors.
“The North Central Division is dedicated to providing the best experience possible for all Summit ET Racing competitors,” said William Tharpe, director of the North Central Division. “We realize that everyone puts in a tremendous amount of resources just to qualify for the event. The same level should be expected of all our competitors. I cannot think of a better facility to partner with as we work to elevate the Summit ET Racing Series Division Finals at Summit Motorsports Park.”
Race fans are sure to see some of the very best bracket racing in the country at the NHRA North Central Division Summit ET Racing Series Team Finals. Summit Motorsports Park is at 1300 State Route 18, Norwalk, Ohio. For more information, call 419-668-5555 or visit summitmotorsportspark.com. — Mary Lendzion, Summit Motorsports Park Media and Public Relations
Summit Motorsports Park is ready to host the NHRA North Central Division Summit ET Racing Series Team Finals and to welcome all of the racers from all of the participating tracks! We want you to feel at home when you are here! Check out the KNOW BEFORE YOU GO BROCHURE in the link below!
| Super Pro: 1/8 mile (4:30-7.75) | ||||||||
| Winner | $8,000* | |||||||
| Runner-Up | $2,500 | |||||||
| Semi Finalist | $1,000 | |||||||
| Rnd 6 Loss | $500 | |||||||
| Rnd 5 Loss | $300 | |||||||
| Rnd 4 Loss | $150 | |||||||
| Pro: 1/8 mile (5:40-8.99) | ||||||||
| Winner | $8,000* | |||||||
| Runner-Up | $2,500 | |||||||
| Semi Finalist | $1,000 | |||||||
| Rnd 6 Loss | $500 | |||||||
| Rnd 5 Loss | $300 | |||||||
| Rnd 4 Loss | $150 | |||||||
| Sportsman: ¼ mile (11.60-19.99) | ||||||||
| Winner | $5,000* | |||||||
| Runner-Up | $750 | |||||||
| Semi Finalist | $500 | |||||||
| Rnd 6 Loss | $400 | |||||||
| Rnd 5 Loss | $250 | |||||||
| Rnd 4 Loss | $150 | |||||||
| Super Bike: ¼ mile (7.50-15.99) | ||||||||
| Winner | $4,500* | |||||||
| Runner-Up | $750 | |||||||
| Semi Finalist | $300 | |||||||
| Rnd 6 Loss | $250 | |||||||
| Rnd 5 Loss | $100 | |||||||
| Rnd 4 Loss | $75 | |||||||
| EV Class: ¼ mile (9.00-Slower) – The EV Class is the 2024 Wild Card! Winner & Runner-Up go to Vegas! | ||||||||
| Winner | $4,000* | |||||||
| Runner-Up | $500 | |||||||
| Semi Finalist | $200 | |||||||
| Quarter Finalist | $0 | |||||||
| High School & Jr Street: ¼ mile (11.60-19.99) | ||||||||
| Winner | NHRA Trophy, Champion’s ring, Champion’s Jacket, & NHRA Gold Card | |||||||
Thursday, Sept. 12
1-Day Adult: $20
1-Day Child 12 & Under: Free
Friday, Sept. 13
1-Day Adult: $20
1-Day Child 12 & Under: Free
Saturday, Sept. 14
1-Day Adult: $20
1-Day Child 12 & Under: Free
Sunday, Sept. 15
1-Day Adult: $20
1-Day Child 12 & Under: Free
4-Day Crew: $60
Drag Race: (Car & Driver) $100
Bonus Races (Car & Driver) $50
Free Parking
Free Pit Access
Named Track of the Year 22 times by the NHRA, IHRA and NMCA, Summit Motorsports Park works hard to welcome racers and race fans to a well-kept facility at each and every event.
The grounds are clean, the parking lots are well-lit and paved and grass pit areas are offered.
Permanent bathrooms are maintained at all times during events, and some have showers. Portable bathrooms also are available.
Throughout clean, comfortable and convenient dining areas, guests will find breakfast, lunch and dinner selections, including burgers, sandwiches, pizza and stromboli, as well as fries, nachos and hot pretzels, among other favorites. Various beverages are available, including water, pop, coffee, Budweiser beer and more.
Wild Bill's Ice Cream Saloon, where a pint of Velvet Ice Cream costs $3, is a popular place to stop in the dining area. Ice cream is available in Mint Chocolate Chip, Buckeye Classic, Butter Pecan & Cashew, Cookies ‘N Cream, Dutch Chocolate, Moose Tracks and Original Vanilla.
The Quarter Mile Clothing Company is stocked with apparel, souvenirs, novelty items and much more.
Fuel pumps, firewood, golf cart rentals from Dornan's Sales and Service (419-663-2254), car parts and water hauling are available at most events.
Guest Service locations are prominently placed in the park.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024
Linder’s Lot – (stack & credential all day) — 12:00 p.m. – 24 hours
Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024
Pit Parking — 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Registration — 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FREE Test & Tune — 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Champions Dinner — 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Overnight Stacking in Linder’s Lot — 9:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Friday, September 13, 2024
Pit Parking — 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Registration — 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hospitality Carts — 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Time Trials (All Entries) — 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Run Order: Pro, S/P, S/B, Sportsman, EV, H/S, Jr Street
Time Trials (Bonus Race Entries) — 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Run Order: Pro, S/P, S/B, Sportsman, EV, H/S
Sunoco Race Fuels Race of Champions — 3:00 p.m.
Bonus Races (sold in Linder’s Lot & Guest Service) — To follow Rd. 1 of Sunoco Race Fuels Race of Champions
Run Order: Pro, S/P, S/B, Sportsman
Fireworks — 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024
Gates Open — 7:00 a.m.
Late Registration — 7:00 a.m.
Hospitality Carts — 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Time Trial / Dialing for Dollars (NHRA handles out of Guest Service) — 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Run Order: Pro, S/P, S/B, Sportsman, EV
Best Appearing Judging — 9:00 a.m.
High School, Jr Street, Track Managers Time Trial — 1:00 p.m.
Main Event Eliminations — 1:30 p.m.
Run Order: Pro, (Time Trial: HS/Jr ST, TM), S/P, S/B, (Rnd1: HS/Jr ST/TM), Sportsman, (Rnd2: HS Jr ST/TM), EV
All Classes Run to Completion Saturday Night
