The Parker 400

Householder, Romo Sit First Overall in UNLTD Points Championship

San Diego, CA, April 10th, 2024 - Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced updated points in the overall 2024 points championship today. The calculations include data from The Parker 400, and The Mint 400 in preparation for the final race of the season, The California 300 October 2nd - 6th. Drivers have been awarded points based on their final position in each event, with DNF points awarded by distance, determined by remote timing gate data. UNLTD will award an Overall Champion in the Unlimited and Limited races, in addition to class champions.

The Parker 400 Returns with Spectacular Off-road Racing and Thousands of Fans!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that the 50th Anniversary of The Parker 400 Off-Road race was a massive success. Nearly 125 off-road warriors in twenty-five classes competed on the newly CRIT Gauntlet and infamous Parker desert race course for three exciting days in front of a crowd of over twenty-thousand race fans, campers and spectators. The legendary and challenging Parker race course pulled no punches, taking out nearly 35% of the field who succumbed to mechanical issues. There were two racer rollovers but no serious injuries and the racers involved are recovering at home thanks to the quick and professional work of the Unlimited safety and retrieval team. And there were no major law enforcement or spectator management issues, thanks to careful planning and coordination with the BLM, La Paz County Sheriff's Office, and CRIT PD and Fish and Game. The weather proved to be ideal for racing and spectating, and drew massive crowds to the area, with an estimated economic impact to be in the multiple millions.

Conner McMullen Wins 2024 Parker 400 Unlimited Race

After a dramatic final-lap shake-up, Conner McMullen declared the return of Class 1 in a big way in the Parker 400 Unlimited Race, the opening round of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. McMullen worked his way up from seventh place in qualifying to hang tough with top qualifier Justin Lofton and his 4WD Unlimited Truck all day, and capitalized on an unlucky break for Lofton just miles from the finish line to score a statement overall victory for UNLTD’s premier open-wheel class.

Code St. Peter Wins 2024 Parker 400 Youth 250 Race; Nixon Nagel and Cash Martinez Add 170 Class Wins

Code St. Peter bested a field of passionate young racers in Saturday morning’s Parker 400 Youth 170 and 250 race, the kickoff event to the final day of racing at the opening event of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. Running in the Youth 250 class, St. Peter took over the top spot from Wyatt Cotter on Lap 5 and eventually completed nine laps of the youth course in 25:28.467, making him the only racer in any class to finish a ninth lap.

Larry Heidler Wins 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race

Larry Heidler and Amplex Racing are the winners of the 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race, Friday’s segment of the first of three rounds in the inaugural UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. Teaming up with Ethan Groom, who drove the final lap, Heidler and the #PO986 Pro UTV Open team completed three laps of a grueling 142-mile course in the Arizona desert in 7:28:27, clearing runner-up Sierra Romo for the class and overall victories by nearly seven minutes. Class 5 winner Keith Waibel completed the overall podium.

2024 Parker 400 - BDI Geiser Racing Live Stream

Follow along with the 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race from BDI Geiser Racing's live stream! UTV Pro driver Bruce Binnquist posted the top qualifying time across all UTV classes, so this is one race POV you won't want to miss.

Parker 400 Downtown Experience Features Thrill of UNLTD Off-Road Racing

Downtown Parker, Arizona was abuzz with the passion of off-road racing on Thursday, as the Parker 400 Downtown Experience brought out the biggest names in UNLTD Off-Road Racing for a full day of tech and contingency, product demonstrations, autograph signings, and entertainment. Featuring hundreds of racers and thousands of attendees, the event set the tone for three full days of competition, including Thursday’s Qualifying, Friday’s Limited Race, Saturday’s Unlimited Race, and two days of youth races.

2024 Parker 400 Pre-Running Recap

Two days of pre-running for the return of the Parker 400 are in the books! Get your first look at what racers will see this weekend and hear from Justin Lofton, Kevin Adler, and Eric Hardin about their preparation for this week's race. Be sure to follow along with all the action at theparker400.com or follow @theparker400 on social media!

Lofton, Binnquist Post Top Qualifying Times for 2024 Parker 400

Justin Lofton and Bruce Binnquist were Thursday’s top qualifiers for the 2024 Parker 400, as race events commenced for the opening round of the UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. The afternoon saw racers from numerous combined car, truck, and UTV classes take on a seven-mile qualifying course to set their places in the starting order for Friday’s Limited Race and Saturday’s Unlimited Race.

Eibach Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Eibach as the newest partner of the series for its 2024 season. The new relationship will commence with this week’s return of the Parker 400, and will also bring the Eibach brand to March’s BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and October’s California 300 to complete the season.

2024 Parker 400: Qualifying Preview

It’s been a long road to get to this point, but we’re finally here: the return of professional desert racing to Parker, Arizona with the 2024 Parker 400. The 50th anniversary of the famed January event marks the first race of the inaugural UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series championship, and with it, a new era of desert racing in the United States.

King Shocks Teams Up With UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Sponsor

Expanding on a relationship that has extended through multiple series events, UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome King Shocks as an official sponsor of the series’ inaugural 2024 season. A longtime partner of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and a founding sponsor of the California 300, King Shocks’ relationship with UNLTD will now cover all three of its events, starting with the Parker 400 later this week.

Rugged Radios Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Partner

Expanding on a relationship that has lasted for more than a decade across multiple series events, UNLTD Off-Road Racing officials are pleased to welcome Rugged Radios as an official series partner for the inaugural 2024 season. Rugged Radios will be on hand for all three of this year’s events, including the Parker 400 on January 10-14, BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 on March 6-10, and California 300 on October 2-6. Last year, Rugged Radios served as Official Communications Partner of the 2023 Mint 400 and celebrated its 10th annual Driver Meet and Greet in downtown Las Vegas, as well as a supporting sponsor of the California 300.

BlueWater Casino and Resort Hotel to Host The Parker 400!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that the BlueWater Resort & Casino has been named the official Host Hotel for The Parker 400. The renowned resort promises an unparalleled experience for race fans and race teams, with its vibrant casino, delicious dining options, and newly remodeled rooms with stunning river views.

The Mighty Parker 400 Returns for 50th Anniversary Event, January 10-14

One of America’s premier off-road races makes its triumphant return on January 10-14, as the 2024 Parker 400 sees top off-road racers return to action in the Arizona desert. This year’s Parker 400 is monumental not only for its new promoters at UNLTD Off-Road Racing, who will organize the historic event for the first time as part of their inaugural 2024 championship but also for the Town of Parker itself, which will host the race for its 50th anniversary.

Vision Wheel Announces 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Contingency Program

Vision Wheel, an official partner of UNLTD Off-Road Racing, will offer a contingency program for racers running with Vision wheels at this year’s Parker 400, BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, and California 300. A total of more than $17,000 in cash will be available to racers who finish on the podium in the Unlimited Truck, Unlimited Truck SPEC, UTV Pro Open, UTV Pro, and UTV Pro NA classes across any of this year’s events.

Republic Services to Support the Return of The Parker 400!

Parker, Arizona – Monday, Jan 8th. Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that Republic Services, a global leader in environmental solutions, has joined The Parker 400 as a Supporting Sponsor. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and the preservation of the Northern Arizona desert ecosystem. Republic will be contributing an array of physical assets designed to help spectators of the race keep the area clean throughout the race weekend.

Conex Hub Joins 2024 Parker 400 as Supporting Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing officials are pleased to welcome Conex Hub as a supporting sponsor of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. Conex Hub offers secure portable storage for residential and commercial customers in Southern California and Western Arizona, and offers nationwide container sales.

Parker 400 Festivities Kick Off With Inaugural Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly!

The return of the Parker 400 is officially imminent, as the inaugural Parker 400 Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly! brought the off-road racing and Parker communities into the Arizona desert on Saturday to pick up illegally dumped waste. When all was said, nearly one hundred volunteers removed an estimated 12 tons of trash from the desert, part of UNLTD Off-Road Racing’s commitment to promote sustainable habits and responsible public land use in the off-road community.

The Parker 400 Returns to Parker, Arizona and La Paz County!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that they are gearing up for the momentous return of the Parker 400, an event that epitomizes the spirit and passion of off-road racing - with unrivaled support from La Paz County and the Town of Parker. As the UNLTD team prepares to host the golden 50th anniversary of the iconic Parker 400 race, they paused their planning today to extend their thanks to the Town of Parker, its esteemed Mayor, the dedicated La Paz County supervisors, neighboring towns and counties, and the wonderful residents who are making this event possible.

Unlimited Off-Road Racing names Dan Beaver Grand Marshal of The Parker 400

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that Off-Road legend Dan Beaver has been named Grand Marshal of the 2024 Parker 400!

Belching Beaver celebrates the return of the Parker 400 with custom-branded beer

The Parker 400 is proud to announce its new custom branded beer with Southern California's independent brewing powerhouse Belching Beaver. Known for its Peanut Butter Milk Stout and Deftones Phantom Bride IPA, Belching Beaver will serve as the “Official Craft Beer of The Parker 400” and will be offering a custom branded limited  “Parker 400” beer available onsite at The Parker 400 on January 11th during The Parker 400 Off-Road festival downtown Parker, AZ all day as well as select stores in the Parker Area. The collectible can features custom vintage-style artwork as an homage to The Parker 400’s fifty years of off-road racing history.

Parker Oil Products joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as Sponsor of 2024 Parker 400

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Parker Oil Products as an official partner of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. Be sure to stop in the Parker Oil Products location in downtown Parker on race week to fill up on diesel and race fuel and all your lubricants for your truck, trailer, and race vehicle.

Vision Wheel Becomes Sponsor of 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series

Vision Wheel will join UNLTD Off-Road Racing as a sponsor of the 2024 championship, series officials announced today. The season kicks off with the Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14, and continues with the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 on March 6-10 in Las Vegas and the California 400 on October 2-6 in Barstow, California.

JR Motors RV & Marine to be the Official RV Supplier of the 2024 Parker 400

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Lake Havasu City, Arizona’s JR Motors RV & Marine as the Official RV Supplier of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. As part of the partnership, JR Motors will be delivering ready-to-go RVs to Parker for racers and spectators alike to experience the race from the comfort of best-in-class trailers, with rentals available online now or by calling 928-680-2886.

The UTV World Championship Expands to 3 Races as Part of the UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series

UTV manufacturers invited to participate in the UNLTD Off-Road Racing UTV World Championship Manufacturers Cup

The Parker 400 & Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Partner to Return Off-Road Racing to the Gauntlet

Preliminary Parker 400 Schedule of Events

The Parker 400 Off-Road Race returns to Parker, Arizona January 10th-14th. The preliminary Schedule of Events has been announced as teams begin to make plans for the first off-road race in Parker since 2022. The event also marks the 50th anniversary of its first running in 1971.

2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Rulebook

San Diego, CA August 17th 2023 - The Martelli Brothers announced today that the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Rulebook will go into effect after the 2023 California 300 this October 4-8. The goal of the announcement is to give racers adequate time to prepare and plan for the upcoming 2024 race season.

The 2024 Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series Schedule

The Martelli Brothers announced their new three race spectacle of speed for the 2024 race season today. The 2024 Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series will include The Parker 400, The BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and The California 300 off-road races.