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Legacy Motor Club announced a multi‑year partnership with Mayer, the longtime electrical products distributor, to serve as primary sponsor on the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE driven by John Hunter Nemechek at Talladega Superspeedway in 2027.
A severe wreck at Michigan left Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, yet he is slated to race at Pocono and prepare for a road‑course showdown in San Diego.
NASCAR’s national series are set to debut on the brand‑new Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado, a 3.4‑mile layout that boasts sixteen turns and is the longest road course on the 2024 schedule. The track will feature Goodyear’s familiar road‑course tire package, a specification that has already proven itself at venues such as Circuit of The Americas and Watkins Glen this season. Goodyear’s Director of Racing for the Americas, Justin Fantozzi, highlighted the tire’s reliability as teams prepare for the unfamiliar venue, noting that the same compound will be used on both the left‑ and right‑hand sides of the car. The setup was first introduced at Sonoma Raceway last summer and has been employed twice this year in both the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Craftsman Truck Series, giving teams a solid reference point. In addition, wet‑weather tires are on standby should rain intervene, ensuring that the event can proceed under any conditions. With the new circuit joining the growing list of road‑course venues, NASCAR continues to expand its technical diversity while maintaining a focus on safety and performance.
Wood Brothers Racing is searching for a new driver for the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series, with Jesse Love emerging as a leading candidate after Josh Berry announced his exit. The move comes as the No. 21 car seeks a performance boost following a difficult 2026 season.
RFK Racing announced a contract extension for Chris Buescher, cementing the veteran's place behind the wheel of the No. 17 Ford. The move reflects his consistent performance, championship pedigree, and the team's strategic vision.
The second edition of NASCAR's In‑Season Challenge begins in two weeks at Sonoma Raceway, where the bracket will be set by the latest Cup Series standings after Pocono.
Denny Hamlin's fourth win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at Pocono Raceway reshapes the championship picture, cutting Tyler Reddick's points advantage to under 20. The performance underscores a strong weekend for Joe Gibbs Racing, while the upcoming street‑course event in San Diego promises new challenges for drivers such as Tyler Reddick and Shane van Gisbergen.
Denny Hamlin’s latest Cup Series win at Pocono Raceway cements his reputation as the track’s most successful driver, a feat built on two decades of adaptation, a trusted partnership with crew chief Chris Gayle, and a career that may culminate with a farewell victory.
Christopher Bell’s left‑wrist fracture, sustained in a 63‑G crash at Michigan, didn’t stop him from nearly cracking the top five at Pocono before fuel forced a premature end, raising doubts about his readiness for the San Diego road course.
Denny Hamlin's fourth win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series at Pocono reshapes the championship picture, narrowing Tyler Reddick's lead and ending a long‑standing curse.
A weekend at Pocono Raceway saw unexpected top‑10 finishes from Ross Chastain, Anthony Alfredo and Jason Kitzmiller, highlighting the rising competitiveness of Trackhouse Racing, Viking Motorsports and CR7 Motorsports.
Steve Waid, a celebrated NASCAR journalist, died at 77 after a lengthy illness. He leaves behind a distinguished career, a loving family, and a lasting impact on motorsport media.
Daniel Suarez, Ryan Preece and Denny Hamlin bring distinct strengths to the upcoming road‑course event, with Suarez’s consistency, Preece’s solid averages and Hamlin’s resurgence all flagged as key storylines.
Denny Hamlin's unprecedented three‑race winning streak and pole positions highlight a historic NASCAR run, while Toyota’s strong showing and upcoming road‑course events set the stage for a competitive finish.
Josh Berry will not return to Wood Brothers Racing in 2027, and his next move could land him at a top‑tier team or a strategic return to JR Motorsports.
The sport mourns the recent death of 63‑time Cup champion Kyle Busch as it prepares for a landmark race at Naval Base Coronado, celebrating the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday and showcasing a new circuit.
Maj. Gen. John R. Pippy attended the Pocono 400 Gold Star Family event, interacted with families and recruits, and witnessed the Pennsylvania National Guard’s formal acknowledgment by NASCAR.
Christopher Bell finished Sunday’s race at Pocono despite a broken wrist, but the injury casts doubt on his readiness for the upcoming San Diego Street Course, where Joe Gibbs Racing is considering iRacing veteran Brent Crews as a potential replacement.
The death of seven‑time Cup champion Kyle Busch has left a void among drivers, with Kyle Larson and Joey Logano revealing how the loss still weighs on them. At the same time, NASCAR is set to stage its inaugural race on a naval base at Coronado, a milestone that coincides with the Navy’s 250th birthday.
NASCAR introduced a five‑week, single‑elimination bracket in 2025 that rewards the champion with $1 million, while the 2026 edition expands to new venues and seeds teams by current standings.
The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature head-to-head races across five venues, culminating in a $1 million award for the champion.
NASCAR will host a three‑race weekend in Coronado featuring the Navy 250, United Rentals Driven To Serve 250 and the Anduril 250, highlighting manufacturer line‑ups, points leaders and a slate of veteran drivers.
From June 19‑21, 2026, NASCAR will race on a U.S. naval base for the first time, with Jimmie Johnson slated for his penultimate Cup start in a Carvana‑schemed car and a lineup that includes former Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen.
Later this year the series titled Thunder Road will begin shooting in the Atlanta metropolitan area, starring Dennis Quaid as Duane Whitlock, a racing legend at the center of a family dynasty.