2027 EDITORIAL CALENDAR
Six issues, built around the sport ' s big moments.
DI 204 · JANUARY / FEBRUARY
The Photo Annual + Racer of the Year
The best photography of the 2026 season from DI ' s shooters, and the debut of the Drag Illustrated Racer of the Year.
DI 205 · MARCH / APRIL
The Interview Issue
Long-form conversations with the champions, crew chiefs, builders and promoters setting the agenda, plus the 2027 season preview.
DI 206 · MAY / JUNE
World Series of Pro Mod
The first World Series of Pro Mod at Texas Motorplex, from the chip draw to the money coming down in the winner ' s circle.
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DI 207 · JULY / AUGUST
The Outlaw Issue
No prep, small tire and the outlaw eliminators, plus the racers and promoters building movements of their own.
DI 208 · SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER
State of Drag + DI Power 100
Where the sport stands and where it ' s headed, featuring the second annual list of the 100 most influential people in drag racing.
DI 209 · NOVEMBER / DECEMBER
DI 30 Under 30
Drag racing ' s next generation of drivers, tuners, builders, promoters and creators. A highlight of the PRI Show every December.
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