Dodge was awarded the NHRA Manufacturer’s Cup in Los Angeles on Monday, November 13, 2016. The title, Dodge’s first-ever, is awarded to the automaker whose current-year models earn the most points in national, regional and divisional NHRA events.
Congratulations to #Dodge Charger driver @RonCapps28 on winning his first #NHRA world championship! #Mopar pic.twitter.com/GYq7H1WI3O
— MOPAR (@OfficialMOPAR) November 13, 2016
Ron Capps, driver of the NAPA Auto Parts Dodge Charger R/T, was crowned 2016 Funny Car World Champion at the awards ceremony. Capps, who began the quest for his first world title with a win at the season-opening event in Pomona, CA, was a dominant force all season long. With five race wins, five runner-up finishes and seven semi-final appearances, Capps held the points lead for the last 14 consecutive races of the season.
Capps, Matt Hogan, Tommy Johnson Jr., Jack Beckman, Allen Johnson, James Caro and Kevin Helms were specifically credited with helping to lead Dodge’s manufacturer title effort.
In accepting the award, Mopar chief Pietro Gorlier stated, “On behalf of Mopar and Dodge, I extend our gratitude to the drivers and teams that contributed to this monumental victory. “
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