CERRITOS, Calif. (Feb. 4, 2013) — The American Racing Custom Wheels brand is returning to drag racing this year with its continued sponsorship of two-time champion Tony Pedregon and his Funny Car in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Mello Yello Series.
Mr. Pedregon will carry American Racing title livery for four races this season, with the first competition set to take place Feb. 14–17 at the O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals in Pomona, Calif.
"Drag racing is where American Racing comes from," said Jen Horsey, American Racing Custom Wheels spokesperson. "It's important to continue that heritage and history with Tony Pedregon in the NHRA."