Drag Racing Icon Bill Bader, Sr. Passes

Bill Bader, Sr., widely regarded as one of drag racing’s most influential businessmen, has died. The Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, the track he bought in 1973 and transformed into the facility be which all others in the sport are measured, announcing Bader’ passing in a statement Sunday evening, just hours after the conclusion of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at the Bader family’s very track.

“It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that this afternoon, my dad was involved in an accident on the mountain he so deeply loved and passed away. I will share more information as it becomes available. Know that my father loved you.”