The National Hot Rod Diesel Association - The largest and longest-running diesel motorsport organization in the world.
- 20000 S Maricopa Road, Chandler, AZ 85226
- February 27-28, 2026
Diesels in the Desert
Presented By Pickett Custom Trucks
This action-packed gathering features diesel drag racing, truck exhibitions, big rig light competitions, show-and-shine contests, dynamometer testing, and burnout contests. The event will be broadcast on Diesel TV, and weekend camping accommodations are available.
Event Features:
- Diesel drag racing
- Truck exhibitions
- Big rig light competitions
- Show-and-shine contests
- Dynamometer testing
- Burnout contests
- Broadcast on Diesel TV
- Weekend camping available
Event Schedule:
Friday Schedule:
- Competitor Gates Open: 10:00 AM
- Spectator Gates Open: 3:00 PM
- Drag qualifying
- Test n Tune
- Dyno contest
- Light show competition
Saturday Schedule:
- Competitor Gates Open: 7:00 AM
- Spectator Gates Open: 8:00 AM
- Qualifying at 10:00 AM
- Eliminations at 11:00 AM
- Show-n-shine judging
- Dyno competition
- Burnout pit competition at 5:00 PM
Racing Classes:
Top Diesel
Pro Mod
Hot Rod Semi
Pro Street
Super Street
6.70 Index
Super Diesel
Sportsman
Big Rig Bracket
Test n Tune
Spectator Pricing:
- Adult Weekend: $40
- Saturday Only: $30
- Children 12 Under: Free
- Parking: $10
- Lakeside Camping: $150 (dry camping)
- Vip Trackside Camping: $250 (dry camping)
Competitor Tech Card Pricing:
- Top Diesel Pro Mod: $250
- Hot Rod Semi Pro Street: $200
- Super Street 670 Index: $150
- Super Diesel Sportsman: $100
- Big Rig Bracket Test Tune: $100
- Show Shine Big Rig: $100
- Show Shine Pickup: $75
- Burnout Pro Class: $250
- Burnout Street Class: $100
- Dyno Registration: $100