Take a look at this, Street Outlaws Meet Swanfest: Scott Taylor, Cole Pesz & Justin Swanstrom Light Up the Track!
SwanFest, hosted by Justin Swanstrom at Rockingham Dragway, is rapidly becoming one of drag racing’s most anticipated events — and this year, legends from Street Outlaws showed up in full force. With big money on the line, intense matchups, and fan energy through the roof, the weekend delivered everything the no-prep community lives for.
Big Names, Big Stakes
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Scott Taylor and Cole Pesz brought serious heat to Swanfest, matching up in high-tension races and turning heads with their machines and strategies.
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Cole Pesz’s social updates noted “things got wild” during a make-up semi-final vs Scott Taylor Motorsports, showing cracks in the competition.
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Swanfest 25’ is being promoted with $150,000+ in payouts, making it one of the richer, more competitive drag events of the season.
What Went Down
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The event is being billed as a “big money shootout” with the Street Outlaws name attached, boosting exposure and stakes.
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Cole Pesz posted a 4.31s pass, though he “lifted” at around 400 ft — a hint that while the car had speed, execution was tricky under pressure.
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The cooperation between the Outlaw stars and the Swanstrom host team is being praised — Scott Taylor, Cole Pesz, and others are showing up not just to compete but to support the event’s growth.
Why Swanfest Matters
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It blends mainstream Street Outlaws appeal with an independent event vibe: fans want the big names, but they also want raw racing, surprises, and drama.
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With big payouts and marquee matchups, Swanfest is becoming a proving ground—not only for seasoned pros, but rising racers looking to make a name.
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These crossover appearances help expand the reach of no-prep drag racing into broader audiences, by drawing in fans who follow Street Outlaws and local/regional drag events alike.
What’s Next?
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All eyes are now on how the rest of Swanfest 25’ unfolds: who takes home the big purse, which rivalries dominate, and whether any mechanical failures or surprises shift the narrative.
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For Scott Taylor, Cole Pesz, and Justin Swanstrom, this event is more than a race—it’s a statement about the future of no-prep drag racing and how big-money, fan-driven events can coexist alongside televised series.
