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After months of winter maintenance, the track is reviving power, water and safety upgrades, while ticket options aim to attract families and younger fans.
The 2027 NASCAR Chase will open at Richmond Raceway in Virginia on September 10 and 11, featuring the premier Cup Series alongside the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, marking a major expansion for the venue.
Grant Enfinger will drive the No. 9 Chevrolet for CR7 Motorsports in a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event at Richmond Raceway, supported by West Virginia University Athletics, Grant County Mulch, and a host of local sponsors.
A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Richmond Raceway for a 400‑lap short‑track event on August 15, featuring aggressive racing, three distinct stages and a weather outlook that promises partly sunny skies and temperatures around 28°C.
Today's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Richmond Raceway features a 3:30 PM ET practice followed by a 4:40 PM ET qualifying broadcast on truTV, determining the starting order for the upcoming Cook Out 400 under the lights.
Josh Bilicki is set to resume oval racing at Richmond Raceway this weekend, stepping into the only open entry for the No. 66 Ford. The team, formerly known as Richmond Garage 66 and now under MBM Motorsports, also fields veteran Chad Finchum and brings in Casey Mears and Timmy Hill for a season that includes playoff ambitions.
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature veteran Josh Bilicki in a solitary open car, underscoring a broader shift in the series’ calendar and qualifying format.
NASCAR driver Carson Ware, who has turned his personal battle with addiction into a national opioid‑prevention effort, is collaborating with Youth Services Society to bring hope to young people in recovery.
A one‑race tribute at Bristol will showcase Kyle Busch’s career photos on Ty Gibbs’s No. 54 car, honoring a 15‑year M&M’s partnership and the driver’s lasting impact on NASCAR.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at Richmond Raceway will determine critical playoff positioning, featuring intense battles among the sport’s leading drivers and teams.
NASCAR driver Carson Ware, sober for five years after battling addiction, has teamed with Story County’s Youth Services Society to launch a prevention campaign that uses his racing platform to educate Iowa youth about the dangers of opioid misuse.
Garage 66 announces that veteran Josh Bilicki will re‑enter the NASCAR Cup Series oval scene at Richmond on August 15, piloting the No. 66 Ford in the only non‑chartered car of the weekend.
The Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway is a pivotal playoff event that blends track history, driver form and fantasy strategy into a high‑stakes showdown.
Dystany Spurlock returns to Richmond to mark a historic moment in NASCAR, reflecting on her roots and future ambitions.
The Cook Out 400 will light up Richmond Raceway on August 15, 2026, as the NASCAR Cup Series nears the end of its regular season and the Chase for the championship tightens.
Ross Chastain’s strong showing at Iowa has sparked optimism at Trackhouse Racing, yet the 47‑point deficit and a packed schedule cast a long shadow over his championship aspirations.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series will feature three Saturday evening races, beginning with the Cook Out 400 at Richmond on August 24, with supporting Friday qualifying and truck events, and broadcast on USA Network and streaming via Sling TV.
The partnership, effective January 1, 2027, will offer Nascar fans automatic All‑Star status, early ticket access and enhanced rewards, leveraging the sport’s passionate audience and Avant’s financial services expertise.
Elliott Sadler, a 51‑year‑old NASCAR veteran, is set to make his long‑awaited return at Richmond Raceway, driving the No. 25 Ram 1500 as part of the brand’s Free Agent Driver Program, while Virginia natives Brenden Queen and Timothy Tyrrell prepare for their debut moments.
Seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson ends his driving career at the Daytona 500, takes control of Legacy Motor Club with a star‑studded investor group, and prepares a third charter team for 2027 while earning a Hollywood Walk of Fame star.
NASCAR’s schedule spans four distinct track categories, each requiring unique strategies and skills. Understanding these variations reveals why versatility, not specialization, defines championship contenders.
Richmond Raceway will headline the 2027 Cup Series Chase, marking its first postseason appearance since 2021. The move follows a surge in attendance and a broader strategy to reward tracks with consistent fan engagement, while Watkins Glen joins the calendar later in the month.
A tribute car adorned with photos of Kyle Busch’s family and career will race at Bristol, celebrating his impact on NASCAR.