I decided to do a blog about Bob Tasca III because of his determination, persistence, and love of the NHRA Drag racing sport. He also is very loyal to his fans and from what I have experienced, will interact with his fan base on the media networks. That is a big plus in my book. Corinna (@corinnamakeup on twitter)and I had the pleasure of meeting Bob at the NHRA Arizona Nationals in Phoenix, AZ in 2010. He took time out of his busy schedule to film an interview for Corinna's blog. Fans are great part of his life.
Bob Tasca III drives the Quick Lane/Motorcraft Ford Mustang in the NHRA Nitro Funny Car Class. As history has it, his Grandfather (Bob Tasca Sr) was instrumental in launching Ford’s return to professional drag racing more than four decades ago. He also played a very important part in Bringing the Cobra 428 to Ford. Bob's father, Bob Tasca Jr, is the President of Tasca Automotive Group in Cranston, RI. You will see him at the track supporting his son in every way possible.
Bob has been racing since he was 16 years old. He started his career by attending Roy Hill's Racing School (Roy's Link is on the bottom of this blog). Bob used to hang around John Force and the Castrol GTX crew before he jumped into a Nitro Funny Car. Prior to driving his Nitro Funny Car, Bob drove an Alcohol Funny Car in which he holds the division record for quickest elapse time (ET) in the quarter mile at 5.541 seconds at 263 mph. He also holds a Super Comp, and Pro Stock License.
Bobs first race in a Nitro Funny Car was at Car Quest Winternationals in Pomona, Ca in 2008 where his first qualifying round he ran a 5.277 ET 309.34 mph. He ended up qualifying in the 14th position with a respectable 4.845 ET. Sunday's elimination's he got his first round win beating Melanie Troxel, but lost to Ashley Force Hood in the second round. His first season he ended up 12th in the points, but by the second season he finished 8th. His second year he won 2 events, one at Gainesville, and the other at Maple Grove in Reading, PA. His first #1 Qualifying adventure was in Gainesville in 2009 at the Gator Nationals where he ran a 4.198.
Quick Lane and Motorcraft have been very supported in sponsoring Bob Tasca III, and has been with him from the start. I feel they have a very good relationship. I have been corresponding to both on the media networks, and they are some of the most friendliest group of people to be involved with. I really have enjoyed our relationship. That is what the NHRA Family is all about. You feel like you're a part of what is going on at and away from the events. The teams and sponsors accept each and every fan into their hearts, and are always there with a warm welcome.
We (Some of the Nitro Twitter Gang such as @NHRAChat, NitroPapa, and @sremerson) will be attending The Myrtlebeach.com Nationals in Charlotte, NC on April 15-17, and we are looking forward to meeting Bob Tasca III, his crew, and his sponsors. This 4 - Wide event is only the 2nd annual event there, and from what I hear, it is an experience you will never forget. The thrill of 4 Nitro Cars barreling down the strip at once, with 32,000 horsepower, will be as exciting as it gets. I wish Bob Tasca III the best in Charlotte, and would love to see him take home the Wally!
Welcome a new member of the Tasca family to NHRA Racing. Bob Tasca IV will step into a Junior Dragster for testing at zMAXDragway in Charlotte, NC the weekend of April 14-17. He asked for own dragster when he was only 4 years old. We are so thrilled for the Tasca Family with their involvement in the NHRA. Best of Luck Bob Tasca IV. Links to Bob Tasca III web sites and blogs are posted below.
Link to Roy Hill's Drag Racing School:
http://royhillsdragracingschool.com/
Link to Bob Tasca Racing:
http://tascaracing.com/
Link to Bob Tasca Blog:
http://tascaracing.com/?p=1489
Link to Quick Lane:
http://www.quicklane.com/
Link to Ford Motorcraft:
http://www.fordparts.com/Landing/Motorcraft.aspx
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