Susan Wade has lived in the Seattle area for 40 years, but motorsports is in the Indianapolis native’s DNA. She has emerged as one of the leading drag-racing writers with nearly 30 seasons at the racetrack, focusing on the human-interest angle. She was the first non-NASCAR recipient of the prestigious Russ Catlin Award and has covered the sport for the Chicago Tribune, Newark Star-Ledger, and Seattle Times. She has contributed to Autoweek as a freelance writer since 2016.

IndyCar Drivers Test New Car on Rough Track
IndyCar drivers deliberately rough up new car at Sebring to test durability.
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Shawn Langdon Tightens Grip on NHRA Top Fuel Championship
Shawn Langdon closes in on second NHRA Top Fuel title after dominant win at Midwest Nationals.
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Maddi Gordon Sets NHRA Record
Maddi Gordon breaks NHRA Top Fuel speed record with Kenny Wallace's help.
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NHRA Racers Get Crown of Weiners
NHRA racers win 'Crown of Weiners' at St. Louis qualifying with cash prizes and hot dog trophies.
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