FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (Feb. 17, 2023) – Braille Battery, an
innovative manufacturer of racing grade lithium batteries,
has been named the Official Battery of the Professional
Drag Racers Association (PDRA), series officials announced
today. The new partnership is facilitated through Tony
Christian Racing, the master distributor and
representative of Braille Battery’s drag racing specific
products.

“It means a lot to all of us at the PDRA that Heather
Christian-Kircher and the folks at Braille Battery chose
to partner with us as the Official Battery of the PDRA,”
said Will Smith, marketing director, PDRA. “Braille
lithium batteries have a legendary pedigree in drag
racing, and many of our racers already use them. We
encourage our racers – and fans – to consider Braille when
they’re looking to make their next lithium battery
purchase.”
In 2009, Pro Street icon Tony Christian partnered with
Braille Battery to bring the first 16-volt lithium battery
to market specifically for drag racing. It’s since been
used by world champions in PDRA Pro Nitrous and Pro Boost,
NHRA Pro Mod, NHRA Pro Stock, and more. Since Christian’s
passing in the summer of 2022, his daughter, Heather
Christian-Kircher, has continued to operate Tony Christian
Racing as a performance parts distributor specializing in
Braille batteries.

“PDRA is the home of the elite Pro Mods – enough said,”
Christian-Kircher said. “I am thrilled to see how PDRA is
growing their Pro Street and Super Street classes. Drag
racing definitely needs to grow wider rather than just
faster, giving every car a division to run in at the upper
levels. Pro Mod and Pro Street were Dad’s love and
passion. I'm happy to stay involved and give back to the
sport that gave him everything. Dad didn't do much in the
way of advertising – he was a face-to-face talker. Well,
now it’s my turn. Let’s see what we can do! I want to see
the Flying B logo everywhere!”
The Braille B168L "Drag Race Spec" lithium battery is only
8 pounds and puts out over 2300 cranking amps. It is
capable of starting the 900-plus-cubic-inch motors while
running pumps, fans, nitrous solenoids, ignition system,
data logging, etc. for a run. Typical recharge time is
about 10-15 minutes with the 16v 25-amp lithium charger
that comes in the combo.
Beyond drag racing, Braille lithium batteries have been
used by top competitors in Formula 1, IndyCar, NASCAR,
road racing, drifting, off-road, and grassroots racing.
Braille also offers batteries for high-performance
powersports applications.
“I’m really hoping to highlight how many of the drivers
and teams are already using the 16V Braille Battery, and
have been using the same one for years, pass after pass
after pass,” Christian-Kircher said. “I want to honor my
father’s name and grow awareness of the product that he
founded and helped bring to fruition.”
Christian-Kircher plans to attend a few of the stops on
the eight-race PDRA schedule to visit customers and meet
with racers to explain the benefits of Braille lithium
batteries.
“I love walking through the pits, stopping by and saying
hello and ‘have a great run’,” Christian-Kircher said.
“The North vs. South Shootout is always a fun race; you
most definitely will catch me there! The main thing I'm
focusing on this year is talking to and educating the
dealers and drivers on the ins and outs of lithium; tips
and tricks and how not to ruin your battery.”
The 2023 PDRA season will kick off March 30-April 1 at the
East Coast Nationals at GALOT Motorsports Park in Benson,
North Carolina.
About Tony Christian Racing
Tony Christian Racing, LLC (TCR) is located in Florida,
where Heather Christian-Kircher has taken over the reins
when her father Tony passed in 2022. As the master
distributor and spokesperson for Braille Battery drag
racing specific products and events, TCR travels to many
different circuit events. TCR also distributes top quality
racing parts from Strange Engineering, Hoosier Race Tires
and Dart Machinery. Find TCR online at
www.TonyChristianRacing.com and on Facebook and follow
them through the year supporting the drag racing
community.
ABOUT THE PDRA
Based in Fredericksburg, Va., the Professional Drag Racers
Association is the top sanctioning body in the United
States for the sport of eighth-mile drag racing. The
PDRA’s professional categories include Pro Boost, Pro
Nitrous, Extreme Pro Stock, Pro Nitrous Motorcycle, Pro
632, and Pro Street. The series also features sportsman
racing in Top Sportsman, Top Dragster, Pro Jr. Dragster
and Top Jr. Dragster. The 2023 PDRA schedule consists of
eight national events, plus the Summit Racing Equipment
PDRA ProStars. For more information on the PDRA, visit
www.PDRA660.com. |