Core Points - The Dodge brand has announced an extension of its partnership with Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) Nitro to continue competing in the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series with two nitro-burning entries [1][2][3] Partnership Details - The partnership began in 2022, featuring drivers Leah Pruett (Top Fuel) and Matt Hagan (Funny Car) [2][3] - In 2024, Tony Stewart replaced Leah Pruett as the driver of the TSR Direct Connection Dodge//SRT Top Fuel car [2][3] - Hagan won the 2023 NHRA Mission World Championship, achieving six national event victories [2][4] Performance Achievements - Since the partnership's inception, the Dodge//SRT TSR teams have secured 15 NHRA national event victories and one World Championship [3][4] - Hagan has been competing in a Dodge Funny Car for 16 consecutive seasons and has made significant contributions to the team's success [2][4][9] Driver Insights - Tony Stewart, a NASCAR Hall of Famer, has transitioned to drag racing and is competing full-time in NHRA Top Fuel [5][6] - Stewart's operation has become a leading professional team in NHRA since its entry in 2022 [6][7] Future Outlook - Both Dodge and TSR express excitement about the future of their partnership and the potential for continued success in drag racing [7][11] - The TSR Direct Connection Dodge//SRT machines have participated in eight NHRA Mission events in 2024, with Hagan currently ranked fourth in Funny Car points and Stewart in ninth for Top Fuel [11]
Dodge Brand Extends Partnership with Tony Stewart Racing in NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series