The NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) YES Program shows students a new perspective on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) by taking what they learn in the classroom and applying it to real-world experiences. Attendees enjoy a thought-provoking presentation from business, motorsport, and educational professionals, and even Ford’s very own Bob Tasca III, Motorcraft/Quick Lane Mustang NHRA Funny Car Driver.
Youth and Education Services
NHRA YES is the only full-time education program in motorsports that provides quality programs and activities for schools and youth organizations nationwide.
- FREE Events
- Networking Opportunities
- Motorsports
- Career Exploration
- FREE Events
- Networking Opportunities
- Motorsports
- Career Exploration
Network For TechWork
After each YES presentation, Ford invites any student interested in learning more about becoming an automotive technician to join Network For TechWork in the Motorcraft Racing pit!
This gives students the opportunity to connect directly with local Ford dealership personnel, discuss possible career paths, and explore the opportunities becoming a New Ford Tech provides.
2025 NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series YES Program Schedule:
March 7 - NHRA Gatornationals Gainesville, FL
March 21 - NHRA Arizona Nationals Phoenix, AZ
March 28 - Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals Pomona, CA
April 11 - NHRA Four-Wide Nationals Las Vegas, NV
April 25 - NHRA Four-Wide Nationals Charlotte, NC
May 15 - Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals Joliet, IL
May 30 - NHRA New England Nationals Epping, NH
June 6 - Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Bristol, TN
August 29 - Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals Indianapolis, Indiana
Sept. 12 - Reading NHRA Nationals Reading, Pennsylvania
Sept. 19 - NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals Charlotte, North Carolina
Sept. 26 - NHRA Midwest Nationals, Madison, Illinois
Oct. 10 - Texas NHRA Fall Nationals, Dallas, Texas
Oct. 30 - NHRA Nevada Nationals, Las Vegas, Nevada (Thursday Program)
Nov. 14 - In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, Pomona, California
Virtual Events:
June 20 - Virginia NHRA Nationals Dinwiddie, VA
June 27 - Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Norwalk, OH
July 18 - NHRA Northwest Nationals Seattle, WA
July 25 - DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals Sonoma, CA
August 15 - Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals Brainerd, MN
Your Automotive Service Career
Path Begins With New Ford Tech!
Automotive Service Technicians are in demand and New Ford Tech programs like ACE, ASSET, FACT, and MLR can help you build the skills and knowledge to work at a Ford or Lincoln dealership!
The FACT Program
The FACT elective at Universal Technical Institute provides 15 weeks of authorized Ford Motor Company technician training to launch and advance your career.
Whether you crave the lightning speed of the iconic Mustang or the heavy-duty capability of the F-150, Ford FACT training is for you. UTI's Ford FACT program gives you the opportunity to train on an array of models from this American-made brand.
You'll earn valuable credentials, preparing you for a path to Master Tech status.
OPPORTUNITIES
More than 3,100 Ford and Lincoln dealerships and more than 1,200 Quick Lane and Express locations nation-wide.
12 STST CREDENTIALS
Earn 12 Ford STST Instructor-led course credentials.
80+ CREDENTIALS
Web-based credentials.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Over $10 million invested in Ford-specific vehicles, tools, training aids and equipment in UTI labs.
15 WEEKS
Length of specialized training from start to finish.
3,100+ dealerships
There are more than 3,100 Ford and Lincoln dealerships across the U.S.
9 CAMPUSES
Number of campus locations offering Ford FACT.
FORD FACT PROGRAMS
Our FACT program exposes you to advancements in auto manufacturing that continue to
propel Ford and Lincoln as two of the largest automakers in the world. You'll learn exact repair procedures and use the diagnostic and testing
equipment Ford provides its own dealership technicians.
The Ford FACT program will cover topics such as:
Our FACT program exposes you to advancements in auto manufacturing that continue to propel Ford as one of the largest automakers in the world. You'll learn exact repair procedures and use the diagnostic and testing equipment Ford provides its own dealership technicians.
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