The world’s longest continually running drag racing event, the World Series of Drag Racing presented by Sunoco and the Memphis Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, is making its big debut at Memphis International Raceway August 26–27, and the line-up continues to get even bigger and better. Just announced, Car Chix, the premier motorsports organization for women, will be bringing its high-profile Ladies Only Drag Race to the World Series of Drag Racing at Memphis International Raceway.

“We are excited to have Car Chix and their Ladies Only Drag Race join the World Series of Drag Racing at Memphis International Raceway and we know our fans are going to enjoy the great ladies only competition and seeing and meeting top female drivers,” said Pam Kendrick, President, Memphis International Raceway.

The Car Chix Ladies Only Drag Race is open to all female racers with two classes to choose from: Car Chix Street & Car Chix Pro. In addition to cash, prizes and trophies for first and second-place racers, awards will be presented for Best Burnout, Fastest MPH, Hottest Ride and Best Reaction Time.

The Car Chix will be joining some of the biggest names in drag racing including: two-time NHRA Pro Stock Champion, Erica Enders-Stevens; the “First Lady of Drag Racing” Shirley Muldowney; Don “Big Daddy” Garlits; NHRA Funny Car Champion Del Worsham; six-time IHRA Top Fuel Champion, Clay Millican; three-time NHRA Top Fuel Champion Larry Dixon; five-time Pro Stock Champion, Jeg Coughlin and more.

“We are beyond excited to present the Car Chix Ladies Only Drag Race during the World Series of Drag Racing at Memphis International Raceway,” stated Jeanette DesJardins. Car Chix President & Founder, “This is a great opportunity for female racers of all racing levels to meet and race with some of the most influential women in racing and motorsports.”