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Dodge Eyes 2027 NASCAR Cup Return, Joining Four‑Manufacturer Lineup

Dodge is poised to re‑enter NASCAR’s premier series in 2027, bringing the total number of manufacturers back to four for the first time since 2012. The move hinges on progress in car and engine development, a new alliance with Kaulig Racing, and NASCAR’s decision to keep the charter pool at 36 teams.

Jun 25, 2026

NASCAR’s 2026 Chase: Who’s In, Who’s On the Bubble

NASCAR’s 2026 playoff format, branded as the Chase, will bring together the 16 drivers who have accumulated the most points during the regular season. Points are reset before the final stretch, and nine races remain before the playoff field is set.

Jun 25, 2026

Prime Video’s NASCAR Audience Gains Momentum in Second Season

Prime Video's NASCAR coverage drew 2.29 million average viewers in its second season, a 6% rise year‑over‑year, while attracting the youngest median age among traditional broadcasters. The data, bolstered by Big Data metrics, highlights a shifting media landscape where streaming services are increasingly competitive with established networks.

Jun 25, 2026

NASCAR strips bumper foam for short‑track races in 2026

NASCAR is set to delete foam from its Cup Series front and rear bumpers at North Wilkesboro, Richmond, Bristol and Martinsville next season, a move driven by driver feedback to heighten crash effects and curb the ‘bumper‑car’ feel. The change spotlights the track’s first points‑paying event since 1996.

Jun 25, 2026