NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv

Mike Volkman · 11-02-2020, 04:08 PM

We went to renew our contract with Warren for 2021 and was told that NHRA is rolling the Points meets streaming in-house next year and Warren is out. To top it off, if you want the free coverage us sponsors paid for in previous years you can subscribe for a fee, payable to NHRA TV.

Live national coverage is a big time loser for NHRA and they expect to supplement instead of learning how to negotiate a deal.

Time for a change starting at the top.

Keith 944 · 11-02-2020, 05:03 PM

Just another enhancement I’m surprised it went on for free that long

Dragrac419 · 11-02-2020, 05:03 PM

This is terrible news. I don’t always get to watch the full time live but will go back and rewatch later at night or the next morning. Warren did a great job with these events.

marvstrick · 11-02-2020, 05:31 PM

this is bad they dont care about use any way,was just for racers to keep up with racers in other divisions

Jerry Terry · 11-02-2020, 05:36 PM

I think we all knew it was coming sooner or later, Warren did a great job especially for the sportsman racers and us old retired guys that don't get chance to go to many of the races anymore. I for one won't be buying NHRA TV I tried that twice and both times it was terrible unless you want to watch the PRO guys. Thanks to Warren for all the great shows you put on for us sportsman racers . Best of luck !

Jerry
Retired 3490 3492 STK SS SST

Larry Hill · 11-02-2020, 05:41 PM

NHRA TV = Third World Pay Phone service and quality.

Bob Don · 11-02-2020, 05:48 PM

Wow! That sucks. What's next, paying for live timing?

NHRA1926 · 11-02-2020, 06:00 PM

Remember, NHRA is all about the money. They answer to all the corporate conglomerates now. It is no longer about the racer, its about the dollars and keeping the T.V. people happy. Why else would they not show some sportsman racing when there are delays? No No, let's show some interviews instead of showing other race classes. Racing is what EVERYONE wants to see right? They are so out of touch with their members, but they sure don't seem to care about that any more. So sad.

Carguy49 · 11-02-2020, 06:01 PM

This is horrible news. Warren did a great job and is a great person. I guess NHRA just couldn't stand being outdone.

Good luck to Warren and sorry they are doing this to you.

P.S. I met Warren when he was at Pacific Raceways, I believe in 2018. Great guy to talk with and very knowledgeable

MR DERBY CITY · 11-02-2020, 07:53 PM

OMG.....I am just so SHOCKED ....NHRA putting $$ ahead of the SPORTSMAN racers.....As for WARREN, A BIG THANK YOU for everything you have done for us....WELL DONE....

11-02-2020, 04:08 PM	#1
Mike Volkman Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Posts: 79 Likes: 32 Liked 497 Times in 50 Posts	NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv We went to renew our contract with Warren for 2021 and was told that NHRA is rolling the Points meets streaming in-house next year and Warren is out. To top it off, if you want the free coverage us sponsors paid for in previous years you can subscribe for a fee, payable to NHRA TV. Live national coverage is a big time loser for NHRA and they expect to supplement instead of learning how to negotiate a deal. Time for a change starting at the top.

11-02-2020, 05:03 PM	#2
Keith 944 VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dela-where? Posts: 2,193 Likes: 1,160 Liked 1,874 Times in 576 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv Just another enhancement I’m surprised it went on for free that long __________________ KEITH MAYERS 2-1/2 X somebody Still many X nobody

11-02-2020, 05:03 PM	#3
Dragrac419 Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bradenton FL Posts: 203 Likes: 2,211 Liked 183 Times in 82 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv This is terrible news. I don’t always get to watch the full time live but will go back and rewatch later at night or the next morning. Warren did a great job with these events. __________________ Brian Stk B200

11-02-2020, 05:31 PM	#4
marvstrick Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 153 Likes: 161 Liked 33 Times in 10 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv this is bad they dont care about use any way,was just for racers to keep up with racers in other divisions

11-02-2020, 05:36 PM	#5
Jerry Terry Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 652 Likes: 6,086 Liked 450 Times in 133 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv I think we all knew it was coming sooner or later, Warren did a great job especially for the sportsman racers and us old retired guys that don't get chance to go to many of the races anymore. I for one won't be buying NHRA TV I tried that twice and both times it was terrible unless you want to watch the PRO guys. Thanks to Warren for all the great shows you put on for us sportsman racers . Best of luck ! Jerry Retired 3490 3492 STK SS SST

11-02-2020, 05:41 PM	#6
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,629 Likes: 1,919 Liked 10,680 Times in 2,222 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv NHRA TV = Third World Pay Phone service and quality. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

11-02-2020, 05:48 PM	#7
Bob Don VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Greater Boston Posts: 1,495 Likes: 1,113 Liked 900 Times in 191 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv Wow! That sucks. What's next, paying for live timing? __________________ Bob Don 128 SS

11-02-2020, 06:00 PM	#8
NHRA1926 Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Bowling green, Ky Posts: 234 Likes: 12 Liked 212 Times in 64 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv Remember, NHRA is all about the money. They answer to all the corporate conglomerates now. It is no longer about the racer, its about the dollars and keeping the T.V. people happy. Why else would they not show some sportsman racing when there are delays? No No, let's show some interviews instead of showing other race classes. Racing is what EVERYONE wants to see right? They are so out of touch with their members, but they sure don't seem to care about that any more. So sad.

11-02-2020, 06:01 PM	#9
Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,971 Likes: 2,445 Liked 2,921 Times in 702 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv This is horrible news. Warren did a great job and is a great person. I guess NHRA just couldn't stand being outdone. Good luck to Warren and sorry they are doing this to you. P.S. I met Warren when he was at Pacific Raceways, I believe in 2018. Great guy to talk with and very knowledgeable __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends.

11-02-2020, 07:53 PM	#10
MR DERBY CITY VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Derby City, USA Posts: 3,631 Likes: 1,081 Liked 7,900 Times in 1,512 Posts	Re: NHRA Does It Again - Dragracer.tv OMG.....I am just so SHOCKED ....NHRA putting $$ ahead of the SPORTSMAN racers.....As for WARREN, A BIG THANK YOU for everything you have done for us....WELL DONE....