NASCAR Playoffs Begin with Points Reset and Championship Ambitions
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs have arrived, bringing together the sport’s top 16 drivers in a high‑stakes, ten‑race battle for the coveted Bill France Cup.
Aug 31, 2026
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NASCAR’s Future: Balancing Tradition and Innovation
Four‑time champion Jeff Gordon says NASCAR must blend innovation with its storied past, preserving heritage tracks while expanding into new markets to win over younger fans.
Aug 28, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Season Schedule with Military-Themed Events and Major Upgrades
The 2027 NASCAR calendar begins in Daytona, features a historic All‑Star return at North Wilkesboro, a $20 million investment at Homestead, and a series of military‑focused events, while classic venues like Darlington and Pocono make their marks.
Aug 26, 2026
2027 NASCAR Cup Series Schedule Unveiled with Key Adjustments
The 2027 NASCAR Cup Series schedule runs from February to November, featuring the return of the Daytona Clash, a second‑year street race in Coronado, and the All‑Star Race at North Wilkesboro, while the season opens a week later than usual.
Aug 26, 2026
NASCAR’s Front Splitter Rule Shift Levels the Field After Logano’s Richmond Triumph
A technical amendment targeting front splitters has reshaped the NASCAR Cup Series balance, as Joey Logano's Richmond victory underscores Ford's rising competitiveness against Toyota.
Aug 17, 2026
Logano’s Richmond Triumph Fuels Playoff Push as Season Nears Close
Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond propelled him into the top ten and secured his second win of the year, while crew chief Paul Wolfe’s adjustments sparked a late‑season surge. Meanwhile, Austin Cindric and Shane van Gisbergen built point buffers, Ryan Preece slipped, Chase Briscoe fell just short, Kyle Larson conquered a rain‑delayed Knoxville Nationals event, and the championship battle heads to New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Aug 16, 2026
Logano’s Richmond Victory Fuels Playoff Push
Joey Logano captured his second victory of the NASCAR Cup Series season at Richmond, outmaneuvering Chase Briscoe in a nail‑biting finish that propels him into the top‑16 playoff picture.
Aug 16, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen clinches first NASCAR oval pole at Richmond
Shane van Gisbergen secured his maiden NASCAR oval pole at Richmond, edging Kaden Honeycutt by a razor‑thin margin and highlighting the team’s progress.
Aug 14, 2026
NASCAR Brings the All-Star Race Back to North Wilkesboro in 2027
After decades of dormancy, North Wilkesboro Speedway will host the 2027 NASCAR All-Star Race, capping a weekend of historic events that also feature Truck and O’Reilly Series dates, new format twists and a $1 million prize purse.
Aug 12, 2026
North Wilkesboro Speedway to Host Historic NASCAR Tripleheader
From May 21‑23, 2027, North Wilkesboro Speedway will stage a three‑day NASCAR tripleheader that marks the oldest track’s return to the sport’s biggest stage, featuring a $1 million All‑Star purse and a celebration of racing heritage.
Aug 12, 2026
NASCAR Unveils 2027 Schedule with Key Races at Daytona, Atlanta and Texas
NASCAR has released its 2027 calendar, confirming race weekends at Atlanta, Circuit of the Americas and Texas Motor Speedway while adjusting traditional events to accommodate NFL scheduling. The lineup also hints at potential returns to Chicago, San Diego and other markets.
Aug 5, 2026
NASCAR’s 2027 Calendar in Flux
With the 2027 Cup Series schedule still taking shape, Dover will return to a points‑race slot and North Wilkesboro is being eyed to host the All‑Star Race, raising questions about the series' rotating format.
Aug 3, 2026
Hendrick Motorsports’ 2025 Slump Tests Legacy After Championship Triumph
Despite securing its 15th NASCAR Cup Series title, Hendrick Motorsports is grappling with a 46‑race winless streak for defending champion Kyle Larson and a sharp decline for Chase Elliott, while William Byron and Alex Bowman also struggle amid the debut of Chevrolet's new body.
Jul 31, 2026
Chandler Smith Poised for Championship Run in 2026 NASCAR Truck Series
Chandler Smith eyes a championship push as the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series heads into its final stretch.
Jul 31, 2026
NASCAR’s 2027 Schedule Faces Fan‑Driven Overhaul
NASCAR is nearing the release of its 2027 schedule, and fan feedback is shaping major changes, from venue swaps to timing adjustments.
Jul 30, 2026
NASCAR Announces 2027 Cup Series Schedule Shifts and Potential New Venues
NASCAR is finalizing its 2027 Cup Series calendar with several notable changes, including a return of Bristol’s night race to August, potential new events in San Diego and Chicago, and a reshaped Chase lineup.
Jul 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Weekend at North Wilkesboro Brings Cup and Truck Action
NASCAR’s weekend at North Wilkesboro features Cup and Truck Series action, with detailed practice, qualifying and race times.
Jul 28, 2026
Blaney’s Dominant Victory at EchoPark Speedway Propels Him Into Points Chase
Ryan Blaney captured all three stages and led 171 laps at EchoPark Speedway, moving to third in the championship just 65 points behind Denny Hamlin.
Jul 28, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Returns to North Wilkesboro for 15th Points Event of 2026
The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will race at North Wilkesboro Speedway this Saturday, featuring defending winner Chandler Smith and four Cup Series regulars in a 39‑truck field.
Jul 28, 2026
NASCAR’s Growing Rifts and the Road Ahead
Tensions flare among NASCAR’s top drivers as incidents at Chicagoland and elsewhere prompt meetings and questions about the sport’s “boys have at it” culture, while Kyle Busch’s memorial and upcoming INDYCAR gaming ventures add new layers to the motorsport landscape.
Jul 28, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Season Revives North Wilkesboro Speedway
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule brings back North Wilkesboro Speedway for a points‑paying event, while Ryan Blaney leads a tight points race with Denny Hamlin and Tyler Reddick closing the gap.
Jul 28, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Season Revives Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway
The upcoming 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule features a mix of classic venues and new showdowns, with North Wilkesboro Speedway set to host its first points‑paying race since 1996 on July 19. Fans can purchase tickets starting at $149, and drivers such as Ryan Blaney and Tyler Reddick are poised to shape the title fight.
Jul 28, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen’s Atlanta Oval Mastery Fuels Chase Push
Shane van Gisbergen finished sixth at Atlanta, his fourth oval top‑ten in Cup competition, and now sits 31 points above the cut‑line with six races left.
Jul 28, 2026
NASCAR Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for Historic 450‑Lap Showdown
The Cup Series makes its long‑awaited comeback at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, delivering the track’s first 450‑lap event and a points‑paying race that will showcase the sport’s top talent
Jul 28, 2026