MONTREAL, QC – In its eighth annual gala, the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame (CDRHF) celebrated the remarkable contributions of 15 new inductees who have been recognized by their peers as legends in the world of competitive drag racing.
The induction ceremony, held on Saturday, November 9th at Lamborghini Montreal — owned by John Scotti — welcomed nearly 300 attendees. The evening was a memorable event, featuring live entertainment, a four-course meal with Italian influence, and the induction of these esteemed individuals into the Hall of Fame.
“As in previous years, each of the inductees has made an invaluable contribution to the sport of drag racing. Their lasting influence continues to shape the sport, and it is a great honour to celebrate their accomplishments,” said John Scotti, founder of the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame. “We are privileged to welcome these new legends into the Hall of Fame and recognize their enduring impact on the sport.”
Attendees included a wide range of influential figures from the drag racing community — champion racers, crew chiefs, engine and chassis builders, mechanics, track owners, announcers, and media professionals from across Canada and the United States.
All new inductees received the custom-tailored CDRHF blue blazer and a custom-designed CDRHF ring. Following tradition, each inductee signed the organization’s official CDRHF Book of Honour, adding their names alongside those of past inductees.
To be eligible for nomination, candidates must be Canadian or expatriates of Canada, with over 25 years of active participation at the top level of their field and significant contributions to the sport. In some categories, nominees must have set national records individually or as part of a team, with achievements recognized by organizations such as the National Hot Rod Association, International Hot Rod Association, or the Professional Drag Racing Association (PDRA). Inductees may also come from related fields, including photography and track operations.
2024 CDRHF Inductees
David Anthony
Bob Carolli
Gary Chomiski
Raymond Commisso
Louis Desjardins
Louis Gill
Wes Goddard
Glenn Grow
Jeff Kempton
Dean “Buck” Kinney
Gille Labonte
Doug Lipps
Pete Newman
Vern Schotz
Camille Theroux
Erik Tomas
For more information, visit cdrhf.com.
- From CDRHF
