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NASCAR will stage a doubleheader at Richmond Raceway this weekend, featuring the Craftsman Truck Series and the Cup Series, with forecasts calling for mild temperatures and low chances of rain.
A fresh right‑side tire will debut at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400, featuring a revised construction and tread compound tailored to the track's unique layout. The change follows a June test with Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota drivers and is expected to influence strategy on the flat‑cornered, long‑straight course.
Chase Elliott will drive the No. 7 truck that Kyle Busch last won in at North Wilkesboro, honoring the late driver’s legacy in the FaithFest 250 on July 18.
After a sold‑out weekend at Chicagoland Speedway that set a lead‑change record, NASCAR leaders and drivers weigh the value of keeping the Illinois venue alongside the growing street circuit.
The Cup Series will race at the Naval Base Coronado on Sunday at 4 p.m., with Hamlin starting 26th and Reddick 17th. Both drivers have nine wins this season, and Hamlin’s recent All‑Star victory narrows the championship gap.
Denny Hamlin aims for a fourth consecutive win at Naval Base Coronado, backed by pole‑position dominance, historic lap statistics, and a charitable program that highlights Christopher Bell’s specially designed car.
In the wake of Kyle Busch’s tragic death at 41, his team owner Richard Childress shares memories, a pending contract extension, and a vow to honor the driver’s family and legacy.
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 will take place on May 31 at 7 p.m. ET at Nashville Superspeedway, streaming live on Prime Video with Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte on commentary.
NASCAR mourns the loss of Kyle Busch, a seven‑time winner at Kentucky Speedway, whose career blended on‑track dominance with community engagement.
Country singer RaeLynn is set to perform the national anthem at the upcoming Cracker Barrel 400 NASCAR race in Nashville, a event scheduled for May 31 that forms part of a triple‑header weekend at Nashville Superspeedway.
After a brief but impactful stint in the O'Reilly Series, AM Racing has closed its doors, ending a historic Ford streak.
SiriusXM and NASCAR announced a renewed multi‑year broadcasting agreement that secures live coverage of the Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. The deal also expands daily programming on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio and introduces special events for Coca‑Cola 600 week.
The schedule is packed with high‑stakes events, from the 400‑lap Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte to Alex Palou’s pursuit of a repeat Indianapolis 500 triumph.
From Wallace’s aggressive response after a wreck to NASCAR’s extended All‑Star race, the recent events have ignited debate among fans and insiders alike.
The recent Cup Series race at Watkins Glen attracted 1.928 million viewers, the smallest audience of the season, while supporting series showed mixed performance and the track is slated to re‑enter the championship playoff lineup next year.