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Larry Jeffers Race Cars Named Presenting Sponsor of PDRA Thunder Valley Throwdown

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Larry Jeffers Race Cars, builders of championship-winning race cars in a variety of drag racing classes, is the new presenting sponsor of the PDRA Thunder Valley Throwdown at Bristol Dragway, series officials announced today. The Thunder Valley Throwdown presented by Larry Jeffers Race Cars, Aug. 21-23, is the sixth of eight races on the 2025 Red Line Oil PDRA Drag Racing Series schedule and it marks the series’ second annual stop at the historic Bristol Dragway. 

“It’s an honor for us to welcome Larry Jeffers Race Cars on board as the presenting sponsor of our newest event on the tour, the Thunder Valley Throwdown,” said Will Smith, marketing director, PDRA. “Larry Jeffers has become one of the go-to chassis builders when it comes to Pro Mod and small-tire classes. Partnering with someone who has invested so much into the growth and success of the sport makes this event even more special. Larry’s commitment to performance, innovation, and the drag racing community perfectly aligns with what the PDRA is all about.”

For more than a decade, Larry Jeffers Race Cars has produced race cars for world champions and record holders in a variety of doorslammer-centric categories, from Pro Modified to No Prep and drag radial classes. Jeffers also produces carbon fiber body components, pit equipment, and parts from a long list of manufacturers. In addition to drag racing, Larry Jeffers Race Cars serves customers in circle track, off-road, and marine sports. 

“I have some customers in the PDRA and it’s some of the best racing there is,” said Larry Jeffers. “It’s a good family atmosphere and I just wanted to support PDRA. Bristol is a cool place with a lot of history, especially in Pro Mod. It worked out that we were able to get involved as the presenting sponsor.”

Jeffers plans to send some of his team members to the Thunder Valley Throwdown to provide on-site support. Racers can learn more by visiting www.LJRC1.com

For more info on the PDRA Thunder Valley Throwdown presented by Larry Jeffers Race Cars, Aug. 21-23, at Bristol Dragway, visit www.PDRA660.com

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