San Jose sisters cherish opportunity to race in NHRA Sonoma Nationals

Sisters Jasmine Salinas and Jianna Evaristo grew up in San Jose dreaming of the day when they would get a chance to race in the National Hot Rod Association Sonoma Nationals. 

Watching their dad, Mike Salinas, a fan-favorite NHRA Top Fuel driver, compete at Sonoma Raceway and other drag strips around the country made it a no-brainer to follow in his footsteps – even though speeds exceed 300 mph. 

It’ll be a full circle moment for the sisters as they compete this weekend at Sonoma Raceway for their dad’s motorsport team...