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For over a decade, Larry and Linda Smiley have traveled the roads as chaplains for the Racers for Christ organization sharing the gospel with racers and race fans with their chapel services. Sunday in Pomona marked the final service for the couple. In this Les Mayhew video for CompetitionPlus.com, the Smileys discuss their years of service and the decision to retire from life on the road.

Running nine-tenths under your Competition eliminator index is absolutely bad to the bone. This is exactly what turbocharged racer John Mihovetz of Ontario, Ca., did during the NHRA AAA Finals when his 5.920 elapsed time put him atop the field. He also established himself as the quickest-ever Comp eliminator racer. In this Les Mayhew video for CompetitionPlus.tv, Mihovetz described the incredible run.

Go behind the scenes with NHRA Top Fuel driver Terry McMillen as he races at the NHRA AAA Finals in Pomona, Ca. The Amalie Oil-Sponsored driver will put you in the drivers seat for the final event of the 2014 season. 

  In 2010, Matt Hagan was in the driver's seat of his championship aspirations until his car lost in the first round, effectively crashing his chances. Four years later he's in a very familiar situation against a very familiar foe - John Force. In this Les Mayhew video, Hagan describes how he's a different man today for Pomona's Sunday battle.

Go behind the scenes with NHRA Top Fuel driver Terry McMillen as he races at the NHRA AAA Finals in Pomona, Ca. The Amalie Oil-Sponsored driver will put you in the drivers seat for the final event of the 2014 season.

  Tommy Johnson playfully said Friday evening during the NHRA AAA Finals in Pomona, Ca. that he was happy because he has a job lined up for next year, then said, “I didn’t say what it is.” His bosses told everybody Saturday. Don Schumacher and Terry Chandler announced they will repeat their campaign in 2015 with the Make-A-Wish Dodge Charger, and Johnson will return as driver to represent both DSR and the charitable foundation that grants the wishes of children diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.

Erica Enders-Stevens is well aware of the history on the line this weekend. But of more immediate concern is trying to remain calm at the prospect of trying to hold off two-time Pro Stock world champion Jason Line.

Enders-Stevens’ won her fifth race of the season two weeks ago in Las Vegas and after Friday's qualifying extended her lead over Line by two to 19 points.

If she wins, Enders-Stevens could become the first female to claim a Pro Stock world championship in NHRA history, which would be a massive achievement for the driver. She was also the first female to win an event in Pro Stock. In this Les Mayhew video,

Enders-Stevens discusses her plan of action for the weekend, her inner feelings and the challenge of what could be a historic weekend.

John Force Racing announced a multi-year sponsorship with Lucas Oil Products Saturday during the NHRA AAA Finals in Pomona, Ca. The announcement makes Lucas Oil the “Official Oil of John Force Racing” and the Corona, California based company will have signage on all the John Force Racing Funny Cars and the Top Fuel dragster as well as driver uniforms and race transporters beginning in 2015.

Force winner of sixteen Mello Yello Funny Car championships has almost 1,200 round wins and 141 Funny Car race wins to his credit. The entire John Force Racing team has 237 Funny Car victories, the most by any NHRA racing organization in one class, and is chasing down their 19th team Mello Yello Funny Car championship this weekend at the 50th annual Auto Club NHRA Finals in Pomona.

Forrest and Charlotte started Lucas Oil Products with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Since its inception, Lucas has steadfastly adhered to this corporate objective. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as a top selling additive line in the American truck stop industry. Lucas is also one of the fastest growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry. A premium line of oils, greases and problem solving additives has helped to firmly establish Lucas as a prominent figure in this marketplace. Lucas has long been directly involved in the American racing industry through multiple vehicle sponsorships and racing event promotions, at all levels.

The Lucas success story has been built upon hard work, an unparalleled line of premium products and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. This single formula for success will continue to guide Lucas Oil Products as it grows in the years to come. This is the second major sponsorship announcement for John Force Racing. In Las Vegas JFR announced PEAK anti-freeze and Blue Def as a primary sponsor for John Force for the majority of the races in 2015. Today’s announcement is another major step forward to financially strengthening the winningest Funny Car team in NHRA history. In the coming weeks John Force Racing plans a number of additional announcements leading up to the 55th annual Circle K NHRA Winternationals.

Snap-on Tools has award $10,000 per sub-four second run to the Honor Flight Network, an organization specializing in transporting military veterans to see their memorials in Washington DC.