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The latest Turn 3 edition of NASCAR Pole Position Magazine captures the summer stretch of the 2026 season, spotlighting emerging drivers, a tribute to the late Kyle Busch, and fresh partnerships that are shaping the sport.
In a recent interview, Kaulig Racing chief Chris Rice dismissed speculation about selling the team’s charters, confirming they will remain intact for at least three decades.
After a seven‑year absence, NASCAR will race at Chicagoland Speedway, replacing the Chicago Street Course on the 2026 schedule. The event will be shown live on TNT and streamed on HBO Max, with on‑board cameras adding a new dimension for viewers.
NASCAR is set to make a highly anticipated comeback at Chicagoland Speedway, marking the first Cup Series race at the Illinois venue in seven years. The event replaces the former Chicago Street Course and brings the sport back to a traditional oval that has long been a fan favorite. TNT Sports will broadcast every session, with all races streamed on HBO Max, while recent performances at Sonoma and points standings set the stage for a competitive showdown.
An overview of the key drivers, teams and storylines heading into the upcoming NASCAR race at Chicagoland Speedway.
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace will pilot a Toyota liveried with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and the Space Jam logo on July 5, marking a milestone that ties Michael Jordan’s legacy to a broader pop‑culture celebration
The Cup Series returns to Chicagoland after seven years, with Hamlin leading by a single point and a tight battle for playoff positioning intensifying.
NASCAR’s Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series return to Chicagoland Speedway after a seven‑year hiatus, with Denny Hamlin leading the points battle and five Toyota drivers advancing to the In‑Season Challenge’s second round.
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series driver Gio Ruggiero discusses his journey from Bandoleros to the series, his first win at Talladega, and his preparation for the Team EJP 175 race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, where he aims to capture his first victory in front of a hometown crowd.
NASCAR’s comeback to Chicagoland Speedway brings a familiar Goodyear tire configuration, tested in April with top Cup and Xfinity drivers, and a detailed tire allotment plan for teams.
Shield AI and 23XI Racing announce a partnership that integrates AI-driven performance analysis into NASCAR racing, debuting at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5.
Toyota's unprecedented win streak, struggling teams, and driver changes define a turbulent summer for the sport.
Drake Edwards clinches the opening night of the USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midget Series’ BC39 at Indianapolis, leading from lap seven and setting up a $20,039 showdown.
Chris Rice outlined the technical and strategic challenges facing Dodge as it considers a return to NASCAR's premier division, emphasizing that a proprietary engine is the key hurdle.
NASCAR is set to make its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway with Goodyear Racing Eagle tires that have been tested and proven on similar intermediate tracks. The tire setups, finalized after an April session with drivers from Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota, will be used on a 1.5‑mile oval in Joliet, Illinois, and will also be deployed in Italy and France this weekend.
Dodge is poised to re-enter the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027 with Kaulig Racing, but the effort hinges on developing a brand‑new engine from scratch.
Denny Hamlin moves to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings after Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering failure, while Trackhouse Racing climbs and the next race looms at Chicagoland.
After a string of early setbacks, Connor Zilisch broke through with a seventh‑place finish at Sonoma, leveraging his sports‑car background and a strong car to boost confidence for the remainder of the year.
Van Gisbergen's dominant performance at Sonoma Raceway underscored his road‑course mastery and kept the championship battle tightly contested.
Chase Briscoe finished runner‑up in a dramatic duel with Shane van Gisbergen, while teammates Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell secured top‑five spots and Denny Hamlin seized the championship points lead.
Shane van Gisbergen won the NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, leading 75 laps and edging out Chase Briscoe. Ty Gibbs finished third with 54 points and Christopher Bell fifth with 50 points.
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 returns to Sonoma Raceway on June 28, kicking off TNT Sports’ Cup Series broadcast window and the $1 million In‑Season Challenge, with Ty Gibbs on pole and a field of 23 drivers set to battle.
The 2026 Toyota/Save Mart 350 will take place on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, featuring pole‑position starter Ty Gibbs, Chevrolet dominance in qualifying and Shane van Gisbergen as the FanDuel favorite.
The Toyota/Save Mart 350 marks the start of TNT Sports' Cup Series coverage, featuring a $1 million bracket competition and a tribute to Kyle Busch.