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The upcoming Hy‑Vee Perks 250 will see Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport field Jeb Burton, Blaine Perkins and rookie Carson Brown, each targeting a breakthrough performance on Iowa’s demanding layout.
The latest rankings highlight emerging drivers under 28, from veteran‑linked talents like Keelan Harvick to ARCA standouts such as Jade Avedisian, all eyeing Cup opportunities.
The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will see significant driver changes, with Rajah Caruth taking over the No. 88 Chevrolet and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown making his Cup debut, while veteran Corey Heim sits out.
NASCAR is introducing rule changes that will end stages early when cautions occur with ten or fewer laps remaining, reducing laps under yellow and increasing on‑track action for fans.
Carson Kvapil captured his first career NASCAR O’Reilly Series win at Iowa Speedway, delivering JR Motorsports a second consecutive triumph and reshaping the playoff picture.
NASCAR is tightening its stage‑break protocol to reduce prolonged yellow‑flag laps and boost green‑flag racing, responding directly to fan feedback from the recent Brickyard 400.
USA Sports announces a new role that places former Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne inside the pace car to deliver live commentary during key moments of select NASCAR Cup Series events.
USA Sports announces that Trevor Bayne will provide real‑time insights from the pace car at select 2026 races, offering fans a behind‑the‑scenes perspective.
A multi‑year effort to revitalize Iowa Speedway will see the entire 20‑year‑old track repaved, with improvements aimed at enhancing competition, fan experience and the track’s long‑term economic impact.
After three consecutive sellouts, NASCAR will stage a Cup Series race on July 4, 2027, as part of a July 2‑4 weekend that also features ARCA and lower‑division events, debuting a fresh racing surface and expanded amenities.
The Cup Series will return to Newton’s Iowa Speedway on July 4, 2027, after a successful three‑year run that saw consecutive sellouts and a repaving project aimed at preserving the track’s reputation as the “Fastest Short Track on the Planet.”
Kyle McKinney’s journey from a fan in Rockville, Indiana, to the chief scorer of NASCAR illustrates how personal passion, meticulous preparation and a hybrid approach of technology and human judgment have transformed the sport’s scoring system.
The prospect of Max Verstappen racing in NASCAR has ignited excitement across motorsport, promising a crossover that could attract new fans and elevate both series.
Iowa Speedway will anchor the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series schedule with a July 4‑6 weekend event, featuring track upgrades and a focus on sustainable energy.
After three consecutive sell‑outs, Iowa Speedway will move its NASCAR Cup Series date from mid‑June to July 4, 2027, featuring the O'Reilly and ARCA Menard's Series alongside the premier division, while the track prepares a repave and upgraded fan facilities.
NASCAR will host a Fourth of July weekend at Iowa Speedway in 2027, headlined by a brand‑new repaved surface and three consecutive sell‑out races that promise lasting economic benefits for the region.
NASCAR will test a revised stage‑break procedure at Iowa Speedway in 2026, ending stages early when few laps remain and using the caution period itself as the break, a move driven by fan feedback and intended to boost on‑track action.
Connor Zilisch, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series rookie, has endured a challenging debut year marked by frequent DNFs and a modest average finish, but an upcoming break offers a chance to regroup and target a future seat at Hendrick Motorsports.
Carson Kvapil secured his maiden NASCAR O’Reilly Series victory after a dramatic double‑overtime battle at Iowa Speedway, capitalizing on a late caution and a superior restart.
Carson Kvapil clinches the Hy‑Vee Perks 250 after a dramatic overtime, while Justin Allgaier leads both stages and collects maximum points.
Rusty Wallace’s redesign of Iowa Speedway blends his short‑track expertise with innovative engineering, creating a venue that rewards side‑by‑side racing and has become a fixture in NASCAR’s schedule.
Carson Kvapil claimed his first win in the NASCAR O’Reilly Series after a chaotic finish at Iowa Speedway, where multiple leaders fell victim to spins and collisions.
NASCAR and Wheatley American Vodka announce a wide‑ranging partnership that makes the Kentucky‑distilled spirit the official vodka of the series, sponsors a new exhibition race at Daytona in 2027, and includes a support program for service members.
After a modest debut and a win in late‑model competition, Connor Hall is set to re‑enter the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026, bringing his experience to Niece Motorsports while balancing a diverse calendar of events.