The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make its first ever appearance at Naval Base Coronado, California, for a street‑course race that will also mark the debut of the circuit’s 3.4‑mile Qualcomm layout for all three national series.
A First‑Ever Street‑Course at a Naval Installation
The event will transform the base’s roadways into a high‑speed playground, with drivers navigating tight turns and long straights on a course that blends military precision with racing adrenaline.
Legacy Motor Club Brings Johnson Back to the Front
Seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson, who sits sixth on the all‑time Cup wins list with 83 victories, will climb into the No. 84 Legacy Motor Club Toyota, adding a marquee name to the entry list.
International Star Leads the Pack
Shane van Gisbergen, the 2023 street‑course winner, arrives as the most recent victor on NASCAR’s premier circuit, bringing a global reputation and a proven knack for tight‑turn racing.
Trackhouse Racing’s Project 91 and a 39‑Car Field
Kevin Magnussen will serve as Trackhouse Racing’s Project 91 entry, while the overall field expands to 39 cars, underscoring the growing depth of competition.
Fans can expect a weekend that blends the unique setting of a naval base with the tradition of American stock car racing, as teams prepare their machines for a layout that is unlike any other on the schedule.