
Logano Eyes Championship as Chase Heats Up at Richmond
Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond puts him 36 points behind Chase Elliott, while teammates Ryan Blaney and Austin Cindric jockey for position and Denny Hamlin eyes the top seed.
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Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond puts him 36 points behind Chase Elliott, while teammates Ryan Blaney and Austin Cindric jockey for position and Denny Hamlin eyes the top seed.

Hendrick Motorsports has locked in 20‑year‑old Connor Zilisch for its flagship Chevrolet, while extending Alex Bowman’s final season and keeping Ally Financial as sponsor.

Connor Zilisch’s move to Hendrick Motorsports, combined with struggles on the track for Shane van Gisbergen and Ross Chastain, puts Trackhouse Racing’s charter and competitive outlook under intense scrutiny.

After a dominant 2025 season that yielded ten wins and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series championship, Connor Zilisch is set to transition from Trackhouse Racing to Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, bringing his talent and Ally sponsorship to the No. 48 Chevrolet.

Joey Logano’s win at Richmond propels him into championship contention, setting up a strategic battle with teammates and rivals as the playoffs approach.

Three-time champion Joey Logano remains defiant despite criticism of his playoff‑driven titles, using a bold mantra to fuel a late‑season surge in 2026.

Joey Logano’s win at Richmond Raceway bolsters Team Penske’s title aspirations as the season’s final stretch unfolds.

Joey Logano’s climb from 20th to ninth in the Cup Series standings over six races highlights the impact of NASCAR’s new points‑only Chase, as Penske’s multi‑driver lineup fights for a title that has eluded Logano since 2013.
Hendrick Motorsports announced that Connor Zilisch will drive the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet in the 2028 season, stepping into the seat vacated by Alex Bowman after his retirement. The move follows a breakout year for Zilisch, who has already claimed multiple victories in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and earned a regular‑season championship with JR Motorsports.

Connor Zilisch, a 20‑year‑old rookie, will take over the No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, replacing Alex Bowman and joining a legacy‑rich organization.

Joey Logano’s recent victory at Richmond has reignited Team Penske’s championship ambitions, as the new points‑only Chase format reshapes the playoff landscape.

Joey Logano’s Richmond win propels him toward a sixth Cup Series title under a points‑only format, as teammates and rivals jockey for position ahead of the Daytona reset.

Joey Logano and his Team Penske allies are shifting focus from securing a Chase spot to contending for the championship, as the new points‑based format reshapes NASCAR’s playoff landscape.

Joey Logano's recent victory at Richmond and steady climb in the standings have shifted focus from wins to points, influencing the Chase outlook for Team Penske and its rivals.

Joey Logano, a three‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, is targeting his first title under the current points‑based Chase format. With Team Penske’s “4 the haters” mantra and a steady climb in the standings, the championship picture is evolving heading into the Darlington race.

A January burglary at the North Carolina residence of NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, following a fatal plane crash that claimed the lives of his family members, has triggered a coordinated investigation by local law enforcement and the U.S. Secret Service.

Connor Zilisch, the 20‑year‑old NASCAR Cup Series rookie, has agreed to a multi‑year contract that will keep him with Hendrick Motorsports through the 2028 season, marking the end of his stint with Trackhouse Racing. His rookie season has been challenging, but he remains the favorite for the 2026 Rookie of the Year award. Trackhouse Racing, founded by Justin Marks, has struggled this year, with veteran Ross Chastain posting his worst performance since joining in 2022. Marks described the departure as bittersweet, emphasizing Zilisch’s dream opportunity and the team’s focus on preparing an 88‑Chevrolet entry for 2028.

Connor Zilisch has signed a multiyear contract to pilot the No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, taking over from Alex Bowman, who will retire at the end of 2027. The move highlights Zilisch’s rising profile and the continuation of Ally’s longstanding sponsorship.

After a challenging debut season, Connor Zilisch signs a long‑term contract with Hendrick Motorsports, leaving Trackhouse Racing as the team prepares for a three‑car expansion and a uncertain future for its other drivers.

Connor Zilisch, a 20‑year‑old NASCAR prodigy, will take over the iconic No. 48 car next season, bringing his Xfinity Series dominance to the Cup stage.

The young driver will take the wheel of the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet next season, while Trackhouse Racing grapples with uncertainty over its remaining seats.

After Alex Bowman's retirement, Hendrick Motorsports has named 20‑year‑old Connor Zilisch as the next driver of the legendary No. 48 Chevrolet, a move that could reshape the brand's future.
NASCAR’s next rising star, Connor Zilisch, is set to drive the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports beginning in 2028, after Alex Bowman’s retirement.

Kyle Larson tackled two major events on the same night, delivering a sixth‑place result in the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 before conquering the Knoxville Nationals Sprint Car race after a rain‑induced delay.