Please send all requests for NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series media credentials to:
NHRA Media Credential Request
NHRA Communications Department
2035 Financial Way
Glendora, CA 91741
Fax -- (626) 914-1491
Requests from media members to cover a national event must be event-specific and may be submitted for consideration by sending a typed request on official letterhead of the news outlet that includes an outline of proposed coverage, the names and duties of those assigned to the event, and the signature of the editor/director.
Requests must be received at least two weeks before the start of the event for domestic media; and one month for international media. Please provide a phone number, fax number and address.
All first-time applicants must submit published proof of prior motorsports coverage. Requests from freelancers or photo agencies will not be considered.
If granted media credentials to cover an NHRA national event, future consideration for credentials will be based on proof of coverage of that event (tear sheets, audio tape, video tape, etc.).
NHRA welcomes and appreciates coverage from members of the media. However, application for credentials does not guarantee approval. Members of the media are responsible for confirming their credentials before the event.
*** NHRA PHOTO POLICY ***
1. ACCESS
1.1 Agreement. Each photographer/videographer must sign the NHRA Photo Policy to be granted access to shoot any NHRA event. By signing below, you are accepting and agreeing to the terms of the NHRA Photo Policy and accepting the grant of a limited license by NHRA to enter NHRA premises and shoot NHRA events. Use and reuse of all images shot is governed by this NHRA Photo Policy and by the NHRA Rulebook, unless you have a separate written agreement with NHRA regarding your event photography, in which case, in the event of any conflict, the terms of that separate agreement shall prevail. Nothing herein constitutes a license to use marks of third parties, or authorizes you to use the name, image, or likeness of any recognizable person, whether a participant in the race or a spectator.
1.2 Responsibility to Comply with Current Photo Policy. In order to facilitate trackside access, photographers are required to confirm whether there have been any changes to NHRA photo policy in advance of each event he/she attends. Photographer agrees to comply in all regards with NHRA Photo Policy including any modifications made by NHRA thereto, which modifications will be available from the Media Department prior to and during all events.
1.3 Credentials. A "Restricted Photo Area pass" is necessary to enter the Restricted Photographers Area. It must be worn and easily visible at all times and is not transferable. An NHRA Release and Waiver of Liability must be signed to receive a Restricted Photo Area Pass. NHRA reserves the right to approve or deny all credential requests, and revoke credentials, prior to or during any event. A fee may be charged by NHRA.
1.4 Restricted Photo Area. The Restricted Photo Area is located behind the retaining wall on each side of the track, extending from the starting line to 225 feet down track, marked on the wall and/or by an orange cone. Photographers are not permitted beyond this point at any time. Compliance with Section 1.7 is required at all times. Top end access is available only by special permission from NHRA Media Relations Dept. Absolutely no video filming access is allowed unless permission is granted from NHRA Media Relations or NHRA Broadcasting.
1.5 Times When Access Allowed. Photographers who have been issued a qualifying photo credential ("Q-photo") are permitted in the Photo Area through the completion of professional qualifying sessions only (no photo access for eliminations).
1.6 Violation/Revocation. Violation of any part of this policy will result in immediate revocation of privileges, and possible legal action, in the sole discretion of NHRA.
1.7 Permissible Areas
1.7.1 PHOTOGRAPHERS MUST STAY BEHIND THE RETAINING WALL AT ALL TIMES. Photographers are not permitted over the track wall at any time during the event. Do not lean against or over the retaining wall at any time. Cameras and equipment cannot be mounted on or placed against the retaining wall.
1.7.2 Photographers are not permitted in the "starter's box" or on the racing surface (track, burnout area, starting line) at ANY time.
1.7.3 When crossing from one side of the track to the other, walk cautiously behind the burnout area.
2. CONDUCT
2.1 Compliance with the Direction of NHRA Staff; Non-Interference with Event. Photographer shall not interfere or impede any spectators, or other media personnel, the conduct of the race, or any part of the event, or the video taping of the race, or any part of the event, and shall follow all instructions of NHRA personnel directing the Race.
2.2 Precautions/Danger. Performance in drag racing is measured in seconds. Be safe. Do not take your eyes off the racing vehicles.
2.3 Vest. An "NHRA Photographers Vest" must be worn at all times while in the Photo Area. Please return the vest to NHRA media relations staff upon completion of your assignment. A $100 FEE WILL BE ASSESSED TO HOLDERS OF UNRETURNED OR LOST PHOTO VESTS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE EVENT.
2.4 Attire. For access to the trackside photo area, shirts (fully-covered shoulders) must be worn, and shoes with closed heels and toes must be worn (no open toed shoes, sandals, clogs, slides, etc.).
2.5 Ladders. Only ladders with two or fewer steps is permitted. Do not place a ladder against the retaining wall.
2.6 Courtesy. The Photo Area is a working area. Please be courteous to your colleagues and leave the area when you are not working.
3. ACCREDITATION; USE OF IMAGES
3.1 Legitimate Media Assignment Required. Only accredited photographers on assignment for an NHRA-recognized news media outlet or other NHRA-accepted media outlets will be permitted to photograph NHRA events. NHRA does not recognize photo agencies or freelancers as media, and may in its sole discretion determine who is or is not NHRA-recognized.
3.2 Contemporaneous News Use Required. All photography use is restricted to reasonably contemporaneous newsworthy usage only, and reuse is prohibited except with the express written permission of NHRA.
3.3 No Freelancing. Freelance photographers are not permitted without specific assignment from an NHRA-recognized media outlet, and as expressly permitted by NHRA. A credential is required.
3.4 No Commercial Use. All use and reuse of all images obtained at all NHRA events for commercial purposes is prohibited except in accordance with a written license from NHRA. To inquire about licensing of event photos for commercial purposes, please contact the NHRA Communications Dept. at (626) 914-4761.
