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Josh Berry will drive Legacy Motor Club’s No. 42 Toyota in the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series, bringing a recent record of six consecutive top‑10 finishes and a first Cup victory at Las Vegas to a team poised for its first full‑time three‑car operation.
Josh Berry joins Legacy Motor Club to pilot the No. 42 Toyota in 2027, bringing a Cup win, five O'Reilly Series victories and a CARS Late Model championship, while sharing the garage with Erik Jones and Riley Herbst.
NASCAR has named Jake Finch as the replacement for Ross Chastain in the No. 9 Chevrolet for the 2026 postseason opener at Darlington Raceway, with Finch set to contest four playoff dates and additional races later in the year.
During the Southern 500 weekend, 23XI Racing’s pit crew posted a record‑breaking 7.86‑second four‑tire stop at Darlington Raceway, a feat that propelled Bubba Wallace into eighth place and highlighted the increasing pace of modern NASCAR competition.
Natalie Decker made a surprise return to the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series at Daytona in 2025, but confirmed she will not race in NASCAR for the remainder of the 2026 season, while Logan Bearden steps into the No. 42 Chevrolet and Young's Motorsports finalizes only two of eight remaining driver spots.
The Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway kicks off the NASCAR Chase for the Cup Series on Sunday, September 6, with Denny Hamlin heading the points and Ryan Preece securing a playoff spot after a dramatic Daytona cutoff win.
RFK Racing has earned multiple entries into the NASCAR Cup Series postseason, spotlighting Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece as key contenders for the season's final stretch.
The 2027 NASCAR Cup Series schedule has been unveiled, detailing which networks will air each race and outlining the key dates and venues that fans can expect.
A tribute event at the historic track will feature CARS Tour Series West races and bring together the Busch family, fans and officials to commemorate the late driver’s legacy.
NASCAR has announced its full 2027 Cup Series calendar, detailing races from February to November, including key events at Daytona, Richmond, and Homestead‑Miami, as well as a lineup of road‑course and oval competitions.
Kevin Harvick warns that recent rulings at Daytona threaten the fairness of the Cup Series, while his recent participation in the Star Nursery Classic underscores his ongoing influence on the sport.
With a 25‑point advantage and a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire, Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota looks to capitalize on high‑speed track strengths while Penske struggles on longer ovals, setting the stage for a dramatic title run.
NASCAR announces the first confirmed races for 2027, including the Daytona 500 and a slate of events across its national series, while broadcast arrangements and pending venues are detailed.
Denny Hamlin entered the playoffs as the top seed, bolstered by a strong record on high‑speed ovals and a four‑win season, while Team Penske battles to improve on mile‑and‑a‑half tracks ahead of the decisive Chase schedule.
Hamlin’s strong performance on high‑speed circuits and a 25‑point advantage set the stage for a showdown that will decide the final Chase spots.
Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place run at New Hampshire secures the top seed in the NASCAR Chase, while Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney looks to extend its short‑track advantage. With new regulations looming for the Daytona 400 and a handful of drivers battling for the final spots, the championship picture remains fluid.
Denny Hamlin enters the NASCAR Chase as the top seed, holding a 25‑point advantage and a strong record on high‑speed ovals. Meanwhile, Team Penske’s recent setbacks on 1.5‑mile tracks and new Daytona rules add intrigue to the upcoming races.
Denny Hamlin entered the NASCAR Chase as the top seed after a seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, holding a 25‑point lead over Ryan Blaney as the season heads into its decisive final ten races.
Denny Hamlin’s seventh‑place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway secured the top seed in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase, giving him a 25‑point lead as the season heads into its final stretch.
NASCAR’s newest driver, Josh Berry, has quickly become a cornerstone for Wood Brothers Racing, delivering consistent top‑10 results and helping shatter a long‑standing winning streak.
After Alex Bowman announced his retirement, Hendrick Motorsports opted for Connor Zilisch over Corey Day for the 2028 lineup, sparking a reshuffle that could see Day join Spire Motorsports.
Joey Logano's second win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season at Richmond Raceway highlights a tightly contested championship battle.
Ryan Blaney captured his third pole position in five races at Richmond Raceway, attributing the performance to a cooling cloud and strategic tweaks with crew chief Jonathan Hassler. The result ties him with Denny Hamlin for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series lead.
Ryan Blaney captured his second consecutive pole at Richmond Raceway, posting a 22.225‑second lap at 121.485 mph. The achievement ties him with Denny Hamlin for the 2026 points lead and highlights a breakthrough partnership with crew chief Jonathan Hassler, while tire degradation threatens to reshuffle the grid.