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After Chase Elliott’s record‑breaking performance at Indianapolis, JR Motorsports has tapped Rajah Caruth to drive the iconic No. 88 Chevrolet for the remainder of the 2026 O'Reilly Series, a move that secures a playoff spot and continues the team’s tradition of on‑track dominance.
NASCAR 26 is scheduled to launch on September 18, 2026, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, with Gold Edition owners receiving five‑day early access. The title introduces cross‑platform multiplayer, a new standalone mode called The Chase, and three fresh tracks, while pre‑order bonuses and iRacing collaboration add extra incentives.
NASCAR is nearing the release of its 2027 schedule, and fan feedback is shaping major changes, from venue swaps to timing adjustments.
The upcoming EchoPark Cup Series race will feature Zane Smith starting 34th and Carson Hocevar 14th, but their rivalry shows no signs of cooling.
Brandon Jones wins the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland Speedway in an overtime showdown, edging Chase Elliott by 0.171 seconds.
Rain delayed the O'Reilly Auto Parts 3000 at Chicagoland Speedway, where Brandon Jones claimed victory as Cup drivers expressed optimism about future Chicago events.
Josh Berry finishes 28th at Sonoma after a tire loss, looks ahead to the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway
Denny Hamlin reclaimed the points lead by a single point after a power‑steering failure dropped Tyler Reddick, while Shane van Gisbergen’s victory and Ty Gibbs’ podium reshaped the standings ahead of the Chicagoland showdown.
AJ Allmendinger’s 16th‑place finish and Ty Dillon’s 35th‑place result at Sonoma highlighted early‑season challenges for Kaulig Racing, while the series looks ahead to Chicagoland.