The 1990's:In 1990, CIFCA’s contingency program was formed which now boast annual postings over $40,000. CIFCA’s Youth Program was also formed that year. This program assists youngsters seeking to explore opportunities in the motorsports industry. CIFCA teams take youngsters with them to the races and allow them to be a crewmember, performing duties as such packing parachutes, engine maintenance, and assisting on the starting line. Dave Hix won the Championship over Pete Mark.
In 1991 the index was reduced to a 7.75 and the membership reached 32 teams.
Jim Maher of Whittier, CA won his first championship over Dave Hix.
Several changes were made for the 1992 season. The index was lowered to a 7.50 and a Burnout Contest was added. The Burnout Contest is conducted during qualifying and is judged by the spectators and track announcer. This program add value to the overall show. Jim Maher’s Good Vibrations Corvette dominated the 1992 season winning 7 out of 10 races. His Whittier based team successfully defended their 1991 title. Tony Rishton of Ontario, California finished second in his Family IROC Z.
1993 opened a new chapter for CIFCA with racing Mexico. The schedule consisted of 4 & 8 car shows with dragstrips in Mexicali.Tecate, and Aqua Prieta, along with over 12 races in the United States. CIFCA is now firmly established as an affordable and reliable funny car show to West Coast promoters. Maher's Good Vibrations Corvette clinched his third consecutive championship followed closely by Steve Tryon of Phoenix, AZ.
During 1994, the CIFCA experienced a growth spurt. The teams now number over 40 and the racing has become very close. Media exposure is becoming commonplace after most events. Publicity ranges from printed results to coverage in professional commercial videos. The CIFCA funny cars are now the featured act at over 95% of their races. The teams are known as professional showmen. Mike Hilsabeck of Phoenix, Arizona won his first CIFCA championship edging out Jim Maher.
The 1995 season was aggressive. With 13 series races and several match races, the teams were very busy. Sponsor support and opportunity also hit an all-time high. Rookie Jeff Seraphine won the points championship over Mike Hilsabeck. Publicity and exposure continued to grow as the association wrapped up its 11th season.
1996 was similiar to the previous season. A very smooth and successful year.
Mike Hilsabeck won his 2nd championship over Tony Rishton.
Ditto for 1997. Mike Hilsabeck wins 3rd championship over Jim Maher.
1998: Mike Hilsabeck continued his dominance winning an unprecedented 4th
Championship over Jim Maher.
1999: marked CIFCA's 15th season. Many new faces were appearing on the scene and wrecking havoc on the veterans. Robert Lee won the Championship Title in just his second year over veteran Mike Hilsabeck.
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