NASCAR Drivers Turn to the Zoo for a Wild Break
The racing duo swapped helmets for zoo maps, discovering wildlife and conservation while recharging away from the track.
Jun 19, 2026
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NASCAR Takes Over San Diego’s Historic Naval Base
The upcoming race at El Coronado Naval Base will feature a custom road course, with van Gisbergen as the favorite and a lineup that includes Ty Gibbs, Chris Buescher, Ross Chastain and Kevin Magnussen.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Takes Over Naval Air Station North Island: A Historic Race Weekend
The former Naval Air Station North Island is being transformed into a temporary NASCAR venue, featuring a 3.5‑mile circuit that blends concrete flight lines with uneven surfaces. Officials warn of heavy traffic on the San Diego‑Coronado Bridge and Interstate 5 as the weekend’s events unfold.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Revives Coastal Challenge at Naval Base Coronado Amid Favorable Forecast
NASCAR’s three national series will race at Naval Base Coronado this weekend under clear skies and temperatures in the 60‑70 °F range, while a beach hazard warning highlights dangerous surf and rip currents.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Makes Historic Debut at Naval Base Coronado, Sparking Traffic Alerts Across San Diego
The California Department of Transportation has issued a traffic advisory as the inaugural NASCAR races at Naval Base Coronado draw crowds, prompting managed lane changes, ferry services, and a commemorative giveaway for the first 10,000 daily attendees.
Jun 18, 2026
Kevin Magnussen Prepares for NASCAR Test at Naval Base Coronado
A look at Magnussen’s upcoming Cup Series trial, the physical challenges of oval racing, and the modest expectations set for his debut with Trackhouse Racing.
Jun 18, 2026
U.S. Navy Teams with NASCAR for Landmark 250th‑Anniversary Race
From June 19‑21, the Navy and NASCAR will stage a historic race on the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado, showcasing the shared values of teamwork, precision and excellence while giving millions a glimpse of the Navy’s missions.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Stars Swap Speeds for Safari at San Diego Zoo
NASCAR drivers Tyler Reddick and Corey Heim visited the San Diego Zoo for a sponsor event, meeting big cats, pandas and a cheetah that out‑accelerated a Cup car, all while enjoying a family‑focused break from the track.
Jun 18, 2026
Prime Video’s NASCAR Debut Pulls 2.29 Million Viewers, Up 5% Year‑Over‑Year
Prime Video’s inaugural NASCAR season is delivering stronger numbers than last year, with a younger audience and a final race set on a temporary street circuit at a military base
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Hits the High Seas: First Ever Race on Naval Base Coronado
NASCAR is set to stage its inaugural event on a U.S. Navy base, combining military logistics with racing spectacle. Over two years of planning, volunteer sailors, and advanced digital modeling have built a 3.4‑mile circuit that runs through streets and runways, while ensuring the base remains fully operational.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego Street Spectacle: Van Gisbergen, Hamlin, and Magnussen Set for a Historic Weekend
NASCAR returns to Southern California this weekend with a brand‑new street circuit, featuring favorite Shane van Gisbergen, veteran Denny Hamlin’s championship chase, and Kevin Magnussen’s NASCAR debut.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Heads to Coronado’s Street Circuit for Navy 250
As the season’s final stretch unfolds, Layne Riggs holds a narrow lead over Kaden Honeycutt, while a handful of road‑course specialists gear up for a unique challenge at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego Street‑Course Showdown
The weekend’s schedule, broadcast details, and entry list set the stage for a pivotal race that blends tradition with urban excitement.
Jun 18, 2026
Navigating the Limits of the NASCAR Next Gen Car and the Voice Behind Its Story
An in‑depth look at the technical hurdles facing the Next Gen car and the journey of a prominent figure in modern motorsport.
Jun 18, 2026
Dusty Baker to Command the Engines at Sonoma’s NASCAR Event
Dusty Baker, a World Series‑winning manager with deep ties to the San Francisco Giants and Houston Astros, is set to headline the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, delivering the traditional start command alongside former Giants pitcher Matt Cain.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Postpones White Mountain Race to July 18 Amid Rain Forecast
The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event at White Mountain Motorsports Park has been rescheduled to July 18, 2026 due to forecasted rain, reshaping the points battle and bringing key drivers into focus.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s Historic Return to San Diego’s Naval Base
NASCAR’s three‑day weekend at Naval Base Coronado caps attendance at 125,000, featuring a 3.4‑mile course on a military installation for the first time, while organizers grapple with traffic, security and ecological concerns.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s First San Diego Weekend Sparks Driver Shuffle and New Venue Excitement
The inaugural NASCAR weekend in San Diego features a major driver shake‑up, a temporary street‑course layout at Naval Base Coronado, and the debut of new teams and venues that promise fresh competition.
Jun 18, 2026
Jimmie Johnson Joins TNT Sports as Studio Analyst for 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge
Jimmie Johnson, a seven‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion and co‑owner of Legacy Motor Club, is expanding his role in the sport by joining TNT Sports as a studio analyst for the 2026 In‑Season Challenge. His addition comes as the network builds a stronger NASCAR coverage team, featuring veteran voices such as Marty Smith and Jeff Burton.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR and Ford Team Up for a Veterans Day Racing Tribute
The partnership between NASCAR, Ford and the nonprofit Blue Star Families will bring a special Veterans Day race to the track next year, celebrating service members and supporting their families.
Jun 18, 2026
Christopher Bell eyes San Diego debut despite lingering wrist injury
Christopher Bell is navigating a wrist injury sustained in a high‑speed crash at Michigan, yet he remains cleared to compete at Pocono and is gearing up for a demanding San Diego street‑course event.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Naval Base Coronado for Historic Street Race Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
NASCAR will stage a landmark street race on a temporary course at Naval Base Coronado, blending tight turns, a bumpy surface and military surroundings as the series celebrates the United States' 250th anniversary.
Jun 18, 2026
Ford and NASCAR Rev Up a New Veterans Day Tradition
On Veterans Day 2026, Ford and NASCAR will join forces on the USS Midway in San Diego for a race, concert and fundraiser that aims to become a lasting tribute to service members and their families
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Makes History with Inaugural San Diego Street Race on Naval Base Coronado
NASCAR will host its first-ever races in San Diego from June 19‑21, featuring all three national series on a temporary circuit at Naval Base Coronado under ideal weather conditions.
Jun 18, 2026