Industry-leading fastener manufacturer Automotive Racing Products (ARP) will once again support grassroots, nostalgia drag racing at the California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports, October 24–26 at Bakersfield’s Famoso Dragstrip.
In addition to Sportsman Class Winner payouts, ARP is offering a $1,000 Bonus to the Top Fuel, Nitro Funny Car, and AA/Fuel Altered class winners. ARP will also present a $250 bonus to each Eliminator Class Winner and three $250 special awards: one for the Longest Sportsman Tow to the event and two more for the Longest Gasser Wheelstand in D/Gas and Hot Rod Classes.
“ARP has always stood behind sportsman racing,” said Robert Florine, EVP of Sales and Marketing. “The Hot Rod Reunion is the perfect finale for the Heritage Series, and we’re proud to help challenge the best of the best.”
To qualify for ARP bonuses, Reunion competitors must display the ARP Special Event Participant Sticker during Qualifying and Eliminations.
Darr Hawthorne of BANGshift.com added, “2025 has been incredibly competitive in the Hot Rod Heritage Series, in all classes. I can’t wait to hand out those big ARP checks after qualifying and eliminations wrap up!”
Event tickets are still available online at: NHRAMuseum.org
For more info about ARP, visit www.ARP-bolts.com or call (800) 826-3045 for a free printed catalog or personalized tech support.
This story was originally published on October 16, 2025. 
