
NASCAR Truck Series Heads to San Diego for 13th Annual Navy 250
The 2026 NASCAR Truck Series will hold its 13th race of the season in San Diego, featuring a two‑group qualifying format that determines the starting grid for the Navy 250.
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The 2026 NASCAR Truck Series will hold its 13th race of the season in San Diego, featuring a two‑group qualifying format that determines the starting grid for the Navy 250.

William Byron and Kyle Larson discuss the unique challenges of NASCAR’s inaugural race on the Coronado Naval Base, a historic street‑style event celebrating the U.S. Navy’s 250th anniversary.

ABB NASCAR Grid Control debuts at the NASCAR San Diego Weekend, offering fans unprecedented access to race control data while powering the event with a temporary microgrid and renewable propane.

NASCAR’s first race on an active military base at Naval Base Coronado blends real‑world competition with gaming extensions, featuring Kyle Larson’s cover debut, virtual circuit availability in Fortnite and Roblox, and a Twitch partnership

NASCAR will bring its Truck Series to San Diego for the first time in 2026, using a two‑group, single‑round qualifying system that determines starting positions based on lap time.

Championship leader Layne Riggs prepares for a pivotal showdown at the new Qualcomm Circuit, where Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray make surprising returns.

NASCAR announced Kyle Larson as the cover driver for its upcoming NASCAR 26 title, unveiled on the deck of the USS Midway in San Diego. The game, set for a September 2026 release, will feature the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado and promises a challenging street‑race weekend that could reshape the series’ cultural footprint.

Practice at the San Diego naval base saw Layne Riggs set the fastest lap, while several drivers incurred wall contact, with the second session’s results still forthcoming.

NASCAR is spotlighting the Anduril 250 Race the Base in San Diego through a short film on Amazon Prime, featuring six drivers, a Navy partnership and a host of sponsors.

The inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race on the San Diego Street Course will feature RFK Racing’s three drivers, each backed by notable partners, as they battle for early points.

NASCAR and iRacing Studios unveiled Kyle Larson as the cover driver for NASCAR 26 during a live event on the USS Midway, showcasing the intersection of gaming and real‑world racing.

Justin Allgaier tops the points standings with 842 points and five victories, aiming for a third consecutive triumph at the first United Rentals Driven to Serve 250 event in San Diego, California.

The inaugural NASCAR weekend in San Diego brings high‑speed racing to the city’s waterfront, while Caltrans warns of significant traffic impacts and offers alternative travel options.

From June 19 to 21, the top NASCAR divisions will stage their first events at Naval Base Coronado, with a full slate of on‑track action and multi‑platform broadcasting.

NASCAR and iRacing Studios unveiled Kyle Larson as the cover driver for NASCAR 26 during a high‑profile event on the USS Midway in San Diego, showcasing the growing synergy between motorsport and interactive entertainment.

With Shane van Gisbergen listed as the -165 favorite and a head‑to‑head matchup between Chase Briscoe and Christ Buescher drawing -118 odds, veteran predictors Phil Bobbitt and Steve Greco explain why Briscoe’s consistency makes him the smart play.

The inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado will test drivers on a demanding 16‑turn course while organizers manage traffic and fan flow for a weekend of record attendance.

The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at El Coronado Naval Base will feature a uniquely long street track, pitting elite road‑racers such as Shane Van Gisbergen, Tyler Reddick, Ty Gibbs, Michael McDowell and John Hunter Nemechek against one another in a celebration of naval history.

A crash at Michigan has opened the door for young driver Brent Crews, who brings a strong track record in lower series and the backing of major sponsors.
NASCAR will debut a temporary street circuit on Naval Base Coronado, featuring three races across its top divisions with unique layout challenges and scenic waterfront views.

NASCAR is turning to an unexpected training ground as it prepares for a debut race on the temporary circuit laid out at Naval Base Coronado. Drivers are spending hours in front of large screens, navigating virtual replicas of the course before they ever feel the asphalt under their tires. Denny Hamlin, a veteran of the sport, has made simulator work a cornerstone of his weekend routine, while Bubba Wallace typically allocates between half an hour and an hour to the same purpose. Anthony Alfredo, who is not a full‑time NASCAR competitor, relies on iRacing to study the nuances of the San Diego layout, a track that shares several characteristics with the Chicago Street Course. Both drivers stress the importance of site markers — painted arrows, cones and other reference points — that help them memorize the circuit’s rhythm.

NASCAR's inaugural street race weekend in San Diego features a 3.4‑mile course on Naval Base Coronado, with the Anduril 250 as the main event. Denny Hamlin arrives on a hot streak, but the challenging course may level the field. Shane van Gisbergen, dominant on road courses, is a key contender. Other notable drivers include Tyler Reddick, Chase Elliott, and Jimmie Johnson, who will race in his hometown. The event includes practice and qualifying sessions leading up to the Sunday race.

A detailed look at the practice, qualifying and race schedule for NASCAR’s three national series at Qualcomm Circuit in San Diego from June 19‑21, including broadcast details.

A Friday evening event on June 19 will feature driver meet‑and‑greets, photo ops with a show‑car and giveaways, all open to guests of all ages at 809 Thomas Avenue.