Exciting Changes Underway at MIR

December 15, 2025

     

Update: All the old jersey walls have been removed from along the racing surface. An amazing amount of steel conduit is being installed in preparation for the poured concrete walls. In addition to the poured walls, there will be a major expansion and upgrade to the gravel trap.

All this is to meet the safety standards to run 330 mph NHRA Top Fuel and Nitro Funny Cars at the Potomac Nationals on May 29–31, 2026.

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Track Upgrades Underway in Preparation for the NHRA Potomac Nationals


     
 

December 3, 2025

Track upgrades have started in preparation for the May 29-31, 2026. NHRA Potomac Nationals. All the jersey walls will be replaced with poured walls. In addition, significant enhancements and improvements are being made to the gravel trap for improved safety of all racers, but especially for the 340 mph Top Fuel and Nitro Funny Cars.