Quarter-Max Pro Extreme Exhibition Class Added to Final Two MWDRS Events as Series Evaluates 2027 Expansion

The Summit Racing Equipment Mid-West Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service is proud to announce the addition of the Quarter-Max Pro Extreme Exhibition Class for the final two races of the 2026 season at Tulsa Raceway Park on October 23-24, and Xtreme Raceway Park November 6-7.

The new exhibition class is being introduced as part of the MWDRS’s continued commitment to growing the sport of drag racing while providing racers with additional opportunities to compete. The two-event trial will allow racers, fans, sponsors, and series officials to evaluate the class before a decision is made on adding it as a full-time championship category in 2027.

“The Mid-West Drag Racing Series has always been about listening to racers and building the sport of drag racing,” said Keith Haney, owner of the MWDRS. “Pro Extreme has generated a lot of interest over the years, and we felt the best way to evaluate its future with the MWDRS was to put it on the racetrack. This exhibition gives everyone from the stands to the sponsors an opportunity to see the class in action before we make any decisions for next season.”

Quarter-Max Race Cars, title sponsor of the class, believes the addition could create one of the most exciting new opportunities in doorslammer racing. Owner Clyde Scott wrote the following to racers and fans in anticipation of this partnership:

“Hello racers and race fans, Clyde Scott here with Quarter-Max. I’d like to talk about the potential addition of the Quarter-Max Pro Extreme Class to the Summit Racing Equipment Mid-West Drag Racing Series presented by J&A Service.

This class holds a special place for me because it’s where I started my Pro Mod career. While I enjoy every form of Pro Mod racing, what makes Pro Extreme unique is that it removes many of the power-adder restrictions, helping level the playing field. Teams that may not have years of data or unlimited testing can still be competitive, qualify well, and have a legitimate opportunity to win races.

From a racer’s perspective, that’s exciting. From a fan’s perspective, it creates unpredictable, hard-fought racing that showcases incredible horsepower and talented drivers. Quarter-Max is proud to support this exhibition class, and we’re excited to see what the racers and fans think over these final two MWDRS events.”

The class will feature an eight-car qualified field with the standard MWDRS three qualifying sessions before eliminations: two qualifying sessions on Friday night and one qualifying session on Saturday morning, with eliminations beginning immediately following the first round of Stroud Safety Pro Mod on Saturday.

The guaranteed purse will award $10,000 to the winner, $2,500 for runner-up, $1,250 for semifinalists, and $750 to quarterfinalists. 

Entry Fee will be $450 per car/driver and $65 for a crewmember weekend pass: Optional testing will be available for $350.

To encourage participation while maintaining a safe racing environment, the exhibition class features a straightforward rules package:

• No double power-adder combinations

• No nitro-powered entries

• All applicable NHRA safety requirements must be met (or equivalent IHRA or PDRA standards as applicable).

• All drivers must hold a valid and appropriate NHRA, IHRA, or PDRA competition license.

• Cars cannot double-enter into other classes, including Stroud Safety Pro Mod Presented by Larry Jeffers Race Cars.

• Cars must have a valid NHRA, IHRA, or PDRA chassis certification.

An NHRA Chassis Inspector will be available on-site during events. Competitors needing certification or renewal will have the opportunity to have their car inspected at the track.

Haney believes the partnership with Quarter-Max makes perfect sense as the MWDRS continues to evaluate opportunities for growth.

“Quarter-Max has become one of the premier chassis builders in drag racing, and we’re proud to have them involved with this new program. Clyde’s passion for the class and understanding of what it can offer racers made Quarter-Max the perfect partner for this exhibition. We want to give racers another place to compete while putting on the best possible show for our fans.

We’ve never been about adding classes just to add classes. We’re going to listen to our racers, our fans, our marketing partners, and our tracks. If everyone believes this class belongs in the MWDRS, we’ll seriously evaluate making it part of our 2027 championship lineup.”

The MWDRS is also exploring the possibility of adding the Quarter-Max Pro Extreme Exhibition Class to the September Smackdown race at Flying H Drag Strip. The series is currently working to secure additional sponsorship support that would allow the class to compete at that event, with a final decision expected in the coming weeks. While the September event remains under evaluation, the Quarter-Max Pro Extreme Exhibition Class is officially confirmed for the October 23-24 event at Tulsa Raceway Park and the November 6-7 season finale at Xtreme Raceway Park.

Feedback from competitors, sponsors, promoters, and fans during the final two events will play a major role in determining whether the class becomes an official points category for the 2027 season and beyond.For more information, event schedules, and updates, visit: www.midwestdragracingseries.com.

This story was originally published on July 17, 2026.

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