Gearheads, mark your calendars! This summer, Dodge and MotorTrend are teaming up once again for the ninth edition of the highly anticipated Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge. Get ready for a horsepower-packed event that brings legally sanctioned drag racing back to the iconic Woodward Avenue in Metro Detroit. It’s not just a race; it’s a full-blown celebration of all things automotive.
What to Expect at Roadkill Nights 2024
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Roadkill Nights isn’t just about racing—it’s about the entire experience. Attendees can look forward to a mix of thrilling activities and displays that make this event a must-see for car enthusiasts of all ages. Here’s what you can expect:
- Drag Racing: Watch some of the fastest street-legal cars in the country battle it out on Woodward Avenue. The sight of these powerful machines tearing down the strip is an adrenaline rush like no other.
- Direct Connection Grudge Race: This year marks the fourth consecutive Direct Connection Grudge Race, featuring online automotive builders who will showcase their custom drag cars powered by Dodge’s high-output HurriCrate engines. Expect weeks of social media banter culminating in an epic showdown.
- Muscle Car Show: From classic beauties to modern beasts, the muscle car show offers a visual feast of high-performance vehicles.
- Dodge Thrill Rides: For those looking for an up-close-and-personal experience, the Dodge Thrill Rides are a must. Feel the power as professional drivers take you on a heart-pounding ride.
- Displays and Show Vehicles: Check out Dodge’s latest and greatest, including new models and performance parts. Dodge show vehicles will be on display for fans to admire.
- Meet and Greet with Roadkill Talent: Meet your favorite personalities from the Roadkill series and other automotive influencers.
- Vendor Midway: Browse through a variety of automotive-related vendors offering everything from parts to merchandise.
The Stars of the Direct Connection Grudge Race
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The Direct Connection Grudge Race is the highlight of Roadkill Nights. Six automotive builders, both veterans and rookies, will compete for glory using Dodge’s HurriCrate H/O engines. Here’s the lineup:
- Tom Bailey: Owner of the “Sick” media franchise, Bailey returns to compete solo this year and will also host a burnout contest before the main event.
- Westen Champlin: Known for his high-energy antics and dubbed the “sexiest man in Kansas,” Champlin is back after competing in 2021 and 2022.
- Morgan Evans: A rookie in the Grudge Race, Evans is famous on social media for her incredible car builds and metal artwork, which are showcased on her YouTube channel, “Torque N Tungsten.”
- Allison Kovalik: Although new to the Grudge Race, Kovalik is a seasoned builder with a history of racing a 1967 Dart she rebuilt herself.
- Garrett Reed: The creator of American Muscle HD, Reed is making his Grudge Race debut this year.
- Herman Young (a.k.a. “Demonology”): A returning veteran and passionate Dodge enthusiast, Young is determined to snag his first Grudge Race win.
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All participants will receive support from Dodge Power Brokers dealers and have access to the Direct Connection Tech hotline to fine-tune their builds.
Additional details, including the event date, location, and ticket information, will be announced later this spring and summer.