
Hendrick Motorsports’ 2026 Slump and the Rise of Connor Zilisch
Despite a dominant 2025 season, Hendrick Motorsports managed only six wins in 2026, prompting a roster reshuffle and a focus on young talent like Connor Zilisch.
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Despite a dominant 2025 season, Hendrick Motorsports managed only six wins in 2026, prompting a roster reshuffle and a focus on young talent like Connor Zilisch.

A pair of NASCAR merchandise transport trucks collided on Interstate 84 eastbound in Connecticut near Exit 84, prompting a wave of speculation on social media before officials confirmed the crash involved only cargo haulers.

Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond Raceway lifts him to ninth in the standings, reigniting debates over the playoff system and sparking a personal motivation campaign.

Goodyear is adapting the same short‑track compound that succeeded at Richmond for both the Cup and Truck events at New Hampshire, adding extra allocations and rain‑ready tires to the weekend schedule.

After Alex Bowman announced his retirement, Hendrick Motorsports opted for Connor Zilisch over Corey Day for the 2028 lineup, sparking a reshuffle that could see Day join Spire Motorsports.

Denny Hamlin’s fourth‑place finish at Richmond was marred by a broken jack and poor restarts, yet he remains comfortably ahead in the Cup Series standings as the playoffs near.

Joey Logano secured his second win of the 2026 NASCAR season at Richmond Raceway, edging out Chase Briscoe in a close finish that boosts his playoff positioning and highlights Team Penske's strong performance at the historic track.

Joey Logano secured his first Richmond victory in front of his children, with Chase Briscoe finishing second after a brake issue cost him the lead. Austin Cindric, Denny Hamlin and Chase Elliott also posted strong runs, while Team Penske highlighted the strength of its four cars.

Joey Logano secured his second win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Richmond Raceway, while Denny Hamlin holds the points lead and Ryan Blaney moves into second place ahead of the final stretch.

NASCAR announces a historic doubleheader at Circuit of the Americas for 2027, featuring the O'Reilly Series and Cup Series, marking the seventh straight year of racing at the venue.
The upcoming Black's Tire 250 at Richmond Raceway will see Shane van Gisbergen start from the front, with Kaden Honeycutt close behind. Elliott Sadler returns to the Truck Series after a decade and a half, lining up in 31st. The event will be broadcast on FS1 and streamed via FUBO and SiriusXM.

A September 19 race at Bristol Motor Speedway will pay homage to Kyle Busch, whose eight wins and championship pedigree are being remembered by fans, family and the sport.

NASCAR Studios’ new documentary series *Start/Finish* premieres on August 16, featuring an intimate look at Mark Martin’s 40‑victory career and his enduring impact on the sport.

The upcoming free screening of 'Cars' at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway brings together community leaders, food trucks and entertainment, underscoring the speedway's ambition to host concerts, auctions and other events while countering a proposal to remove auto racing from the city charter.

Two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who died in May from sepsis, will appear as a selectable driver in NASCAR 26. The upcoming title, arriving on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 18, includes a tribute sticker, his name in chat and a dedicated UI element, all approved by his family and the Kyle Busch Foundation.

AMC’s upcoming series *Thunder Road* blends high‑octane racing with family drama, as veteran actor Dennis Quaid embodies the indomitable Duane Whitlock while Jake Manley introduces Zak Farley, a rival determined to shake the foundations of the Southern racing world.

NASCAR is preparing to bring its distinctive brand of racing to Europe, building on the success of its Europe Series at Brands Hatch and drawing inspiration from Formula One’s global strategy.

The season‑opening Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway saw championship leader Denny Hamlin tumble to the rear of the grid, while Chase Elliott and Brad Keselowski also faced setbacks, setting the stage for a dramatic early race.

The 2026 Cup Series regular season finale at Iowa Speedway saw Denny Hamlin maintain his lead while Tyler Reddick’s comeback reshapes playoff seeding ahead of upcoming races at Richmond and New Hampshire.

Ty Gibbs captured his second NASCAR Cup Series victory at Iowa, navigating a chaotic field of crashes, penalties and strategic pit calls to finish ahead of Christopher Bell and cement Joe Gibbs Racing’s dominance.

Ryan Blaney captured Stage 1, while Ty Gibbs leveraged a timely pit strategy to win the final stage, amid crashes and penalties that altered the championship picture.
Ty Gibbs captured his second win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at the Iowa Corn 350, reshaping the championship picture with Denny Hamlin still atop the leaderboard.

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.

Ty Gibbs captured his second NASCAR Cup Series win at Iowa Speedway, climbing to second in the standings. Crew chief Tyler Allen's pit strategy and Gibbs' late‑race defense overtook Christopher Bell, while rivals like Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick faltered. Denny Hamlin's sixth‑place finish kept him atop the points heading into the Chase.