Nitro Twitter Group & Live Octane Join in Tweet Up!

It is that time of the year where the NHRA has it's Grand Daddy Race of the year in Indianapolis for the NHRA Mac Tools U.S. Nationals presented by Auto-Plus. This year, is as exciting as it gets, which is the last race before the Countdown begins. There are still drivers and teams that are hoping for a great weekend to squeeze into the Top Ten. You can read all about who is in and who has a chance to be in the race to be the Champion in 2012 at my Live Octane Blog.

What I am here to tell you is that the Nitro Twitter Group and Live Octane have joined forces to a great opportunity to meet fellow NHRA Fans on twitter, and also meet NHRA drivers and crews during the U.S. Nationals.

This Tweet Up will take place on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Terry McMillen's Hospitality after the last Nitro Qualifying Round of the evening. This should be somewhere around 8-8:30 pm. Terry has always been a strong supporter of the NTG, and is always there either for an appearance or to assist in our Tweet Ups. Terry did not hesitate to help when he was asked about having the get together at his hospitality.

We will have snacks and refreshments, and some special giveaways. Terry and his crew will be there along with TJ Zizzo, and if all works out in their schedules, Bob Tasca III, Larry Dixon, and Alexis Dejoria will be there to sign autographs and mingle with their fans. Please come by and say hi and we hope you enjoy your time at the races.

Put On the Brakes Up Coming Events

If you haven't had a chance to attend a Put On The Brakes Benefit Event, here is your chance. The opportunity to help those in need, help to get the word out, and hang with NHRA and NASCAR Drivers. Doug Herbert and B.R.A.K.E.S are sponsoring the "Take it to the Track" Golf Tournament & 5th Annual Benefit Dinner on Thursday, September 13, 2012 in Concord, NC. This will prior to the NHRA O'Reilly Auto Parts Nationals in Charlotte, NC 9/14 through 9/16 at zMax Dragway. Here is the information on the Event:

B.R.A.K.E.S WILL “GO ROUNDS” WITH NHRA STARS AT BENEFIT GOLF TOURNEY


Drag racers spend most of their time “going rounds” as they compete on the NHRA’s Full
Throttle national event schedule. But on Thursday, September 13th, prior to the running of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Nationals at zMax Dragway in Concord, NC, those same NHRA stars will be going rounds of a different kind as they join their fans on the beautiful Rocky River Golf Course adjacent to zMax for the B.R.A.K.E.S. Benefit Golf Tournament.

All NHRA fans and those looking to help support B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe, a 501c3 non-profit organization) are invited to take part in this upbeat fund-raising event, offering them the chance to play side-by-side with their favorite NHRA drivers.

“This is the kind of event that benefits everyone in some way,” says B.R.A.K.E.S. founder and Top Fuel veteran Doug Herbert. “The drivers get a chance to have some fun and get to know their fans a little better; the fans have a golden opportunity to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the proceeds will help B.R.A.K.E.S. continue its efforts to teach young drivers safer and more conscientious driving skills.”

Many of the NHRA’s brightest stars are expected to participate with awards planned for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-place finishers, while contests for Closest To the Pin, Hole In One, and Longest Drive will also be held. Lunch will be provided and shuttle buses will be in service from the Embassy Suites Hotel and zMax Dragway to Rocky River Golf Course.

The event will conclude that evening with the 5th Annual B.R.A.K.E.S. Dinner held at the Embassy Suites Hotel. Details will be coming soon.

The Golf Tournament entry fee for a single player is $100, $400 per team with foursomes available. Professional drivers will enjoy complimentary registration.

“I hope everyone will set aside that date and come out for a great game of golf on a truly outstanding course,” adds Herbert. “We’d like to see a big turnout and find out if these racers can swing a club as well as they can get down a racetrack.”

For more information on the tournament, inquire about sponsorship opportunities, or to make a donation to B.R.A.K.E.S., call 704-720-3806 or log onto www.putonthebrakes.com

Here are some details:

Golf Tee off is at 9am, Captain Choice play.

Lunch will be served around 1pm

Dinner starts at 7pm, cocktails at 6pm

Rudy. From the movie "Rudy" Notre Dame football story will the speaker

Live silent auction with a short program.

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