TUCSON, Arizona — The screech of tires on pavement is a sound synonymous with car racing — and one that Tucson Dragway’s new Race Director Jim Black wants more people to experience, legally and safely.
Black, who still owns his very first car, a 1963 Chevy Nova SS, brings a lifelong enthusiasm for motorsports to his role at the historic dragway. Originally from Kansas City, he is well-versed in Tucson’s rich drag racing heritage, which dates back to the 1950s.
“Facilities like this bring people from different areas that normally wouldn’t come here,” Black said.The Tucson Dragway hosts a variety of major motorsports and automotive festival events throughout the year, serving as a hub for enthusiasts. Black sees it as more than just a racetrack — it’s a modern gathering spot.“What this is is a great place to meet friends,” he explained…