DEARBORN - From the time Cobra Jet Mustangs dominated at the 1968 NHRA Winternationals right out of the box, to taking over the streets later that year in production Mustangs, all the way to modern-day Cobra Jet racers returning to NHRA victory lanes beginning in 2009, the name ‘Cobra Jet’ has helped define what Ford Performance is all about. Now 50 years after it first made waves both at the drag strip and on Main Street, Cobra Jet remains known for putting the ‘muscle’ in Ford’s muscle car legacy. For that reason, the 50^th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion at Summit Motorsports Park is truly a “must attend” event for all Ford enthusiasts.” Only 90 miles south of Dearborn, Michigan, the Cobra Jet Reunion will provide access to many Motor City celebrities and dignitaries eager to be a part of this golden anniversary

ProMedia Events has been selected to host the 50^th Anniversary Ford Performance Parts Cobra Jet Reunion at its NMCA All-American Nationals event at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, August 23-26, 2018. Presented by Tasca Ford and TascaParts.com, this once-in-a-lifetime special event is open to all Ford vehicles powered by the iconic Cobra Jet engine combination. Cobra Jet vehicles, including Mustangs, Fairlanes, Cougars, Torinos, Cyclones/Montegos, and Rancheros (all tributes/clones permitted), will invade the Buckeye State in celebration of their legacy from 1968 to present, with activities that include a huge car show, drag race, invited celebrities, and a special celebration dinner for owners, media, and fans.

Billed as America’s Racetrack, Summit Motorsports Park is the premier national event drag race facility in the U.S. with massive paved pits, perfectly manicured car show grass, and amenities second to none. Situated just outside of Sandusky, Ohio, the Cobra Jet Reunion’s location provides participants and fans eager for extra vacation activities access to numerous water parks, golf, and other special amenities. This special event takes place the weekend after the world-famous Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit and one week before the NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indy, setting the stage for the ultimate motorsport road trip.

The event has the support from influential enthusiast organizations that include the Mustang Club of America, Mustang Times, the 428 Cobra Jet Registry, the Fairlane Club of America, the Cougar Club of America, the Galaxie Club of America, select rare Cobra Jet vehicle owners and collectors, and a group of influential Cobra Jet owners responsible for the 40^th anniversary event.

The Cobra Jet Reunion starts on Thursday, August 23, as car show and drag race competitors roll into Summit Motorsports Park. Drag racers will be treated to a Thursday Test & Tune and car show competitors will be placed in their pre-reserved parking areas. Friday, the fangs come out as more show participants fill up the green grass with a sea of colors and chrome. Drag racers will qualify for Saturday’s modern and vintage Cobra Jet Showdown classes, presented by Diversified Products Marketing. Friday evening features a once-in-a-lifetime Ford Performance Cobra Jet Reunion Celebration Dinner at the Sawmill Creek Resort, where Cobra Jet owners and fans will rub elbows with a “who’s who” of Cobra Jet royalty. The dinner, presented by Tasca Ford, will be hosted by NHRA announcer and TV commentator Brian Lohnes, and feature guest speakers, video and slide show presentations, and much more.

On Saturday, August 25^th, the festivities goes into full swing as Editor’s Choice and Special Recognition awards are presented to car show participants, and modern and vintage Cobra Jet Showdown eliminations begin. Late Saturday, the winners of the Showdown classes will race each other for the right to be called the King of the Cobra Jets. Sunday, the big day in the car show area, features professionally judged class award presentations to the finest Cobra Jets in the world.

For more information on Ford Performance Parts visit http://performance.ford.com/parts. For more information on the 50^th Anniversary Ford Performance Parts Cobra Jet Reunion, including car show classes & awards, drag race classes & rules, schedule of event, host hotel & celebration dinner information, pre-purchase participant and fan credentials, and more visit www.CobraJetReunion.com.