3/17/2026
Pro Pulling League
Full Pull USA East Acquired by IHRA, Becomes IHRA Pro Pulling Series Member-State
Fairfield, Ohio (March 18th, 2026) – The IHRA is proud to announce that Full Pull Productions & USA East Sled Pulling has been acquired and added to the outstanding group of member-states that are at the heart of the IHRA Pro Pulling Series. With over seventy events scheduled across nine states in 2026, the organization brings a stellar group of pullers and an energetic fan base into the IHRA Pro Pulling Series family.
The acquisition of Full Pull Productions will include the USA East Sled Pulling sanctioning entity in its entirety, which will include its member state program of Carolina Truck & Tractor Pullers, Pull-Off Productions & WNY Pro Pulling Series.
Brian Lung of the IHRA commented, “The addition of Full Pull Productions brand & USA East Sled Pulling to the IHRA Pro Pulling Series is a fantastic opportunity for both parties. We look forward to joining them in producing exciting, high-quality competition with a commitment to safety. Richard and Aimee' Love (Directors, of Full Pull USA East) bring a wealth of experience and a great team with them to continue their journey in producing the best pulling competition possible.”
“I’m excited for this new chapter for Full Pull USA East,” Richard Love commented. “Joining the IHRA Pro Pulling Series family in this year of groundbreaking new ideas and changes gives me a ton of optimism for 2026 and beyond.”
(Photo - left to right: Nick, Aimee', Richard, and Olivia Love)
About IHRA Pro Pulling Series:
Entering its 21st season in 2026, the IHRA Pro Pulling Series continues as the world's largest truck and tractor pulling sanctioning body, featuring 300 sessions of competition across twenty states through the Champions Tour, Hart's Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, AP1 Insurance Midwest Region, and their member-states. The Pro Pulling League is the only sanctioning body to offer pulling coverage across all broadcast platforms, through their own in-house live stream service (www.propulling.tv),and Speed Sport 1 - The Motorsports Network, reaching more than 150 million homes.
For the latest in news from the IHRA Pro Pulling Series stay tuned at www.propulling.com and follow us in social media: On our Facebook page, on X/Twitter (@propulling), and on Instagram (propullingleague). Our YouTube channel (@propullingleague) offers exciting truck and tractor pulling action from past events.
About International Hot Rod Association (IHRA):
Founded in 1970, IHRA is a major North American drag racing group. It organizes racing at all levels, from local to professional. The IHRA is now focused on elevating all motorsports, including Truck and Tractor Pulling, and improving the fan experience through collaboration and innovation.
For more info, visit www.IHRA.com or follow @IHRA on social media.
Submitted By: Bryan Lively
