
Sammy Smith Brings Pilot Racing Spirit to Alabama
NASCAR driver Sammy Smith connected with supporters at a Pilot location in Lincoln, Alabama, as part of a tour that includes races at EchoPark Speedway in Georgia and Phoenix Raceway in Arizona.
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NASCAR driver Sammy Smith connected with supporters at a Pilot location in Lincoln, Alabama, as part of a tour that includes races at EchoPark Speedway in Georgia and Phoenix Raceway in Arizona.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. defended the TNT broadcast after fans questioned the analysts’ forecasts, as Shane van Gisbergen won the race and Chase Briscoe finished second, eliciting a divided response from the audience.

NASCAR is set to race again at Chicagoland Speedway, featuring the ARCA Menards Series, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the Cup Series. With only a fraction of past drivers returning, veterans like Denny Hamlin and Mark Martin share their perspectives on the track's unique demands.

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has slashed its 2026 calendar across drag, stock car and powerboat divisions, citing budget overruns and leadership turnover. Key events in Milan, Leicester, Topeka and Commerce are axed, while the Outlaw Nitro season is trimmed to three races. The organization's aggressive expansion, including track acquisitions and new series, has left it scrambling to refund ticket holders and restructure operations.

On June 27, Alan Jackson took the stage at Nissan Stadium for what would become his last performance, surrounded by NASCAR legends who honored his enduring influence on the sport and his personal connection to Georgia.

Mike Lichtfeld, once a basketball and football player, has turned his competitive drive into a successful NASCAR Local Racing Series career, chasing a Charlotte banquet return while honoring his family's legacy.

The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Chicagoland Speedway for the eero 400, marking the series’ second in‑season showdown and giving Alex Bowman a shot at consecutive wins.
Shane van Gisbergen continues to dominate road courses, while Tyler Reddick's season unravels, and Denny Hamlin eyes gains. With Tony Stewart's legacy in focus and eero sponsoring the new Chicago event, the series heads into an exciting stretch.

After a seven‑year absence, the Cup Series returns to Illinois for a race that blends legacy, new technology and a packed July Fourth crowd.

After a decade away from the track, Shannon Spake is back on pit road, joining Marty Snider and Danielle Trotta for the 2026 In‑Season Challenge, while veteran driver Shane van Gisbergen’s recent road‑course streak adds extra intrigue.

After a high‑profile antitrust lawsuit, Denny Hamlin confirms that 23XI Racing and NASCAR have restored a cooperative relationship, securing permanent charters, a share of international revenue and new seats on key racing committees.

Sixteen drivers remain in the In‑Season Challenge, battling for a $1 million prize at Chicagoland Speedway, where a key Hendrick Motorsports duel and a returning 1.5‑mile venue promise high stakes.

During the Sonoma NASCAR race, Noah Gragson and Cody Ware collided, sparking a chain reaction that involved Todd Gilliland, Bubba Wallace and Riley Herbst. The incidents reflect the ‘eye for an eye’ culture that frequently defines mid‑pack competition.

After a seven‑year hiatus, NASCAR is set to reclaim Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, bringing together the ARCA Menards Series, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the premier Cup Series for the eero 400, a race that will test drivers on the track’s distinctive layout and bumpy surface.

The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will race at Seekonk Speedway on July 1, 2026, for the Firecracker 150 presented by the Bethesda Leadership Group, featuring a three‑race championship, prize money, and live broadcast coverage.

Denny Hamlin moves to the top of the NASCAR Cup Series standings after Tyler Reddick’s power‑steering failure, while Trackhouse Racing climbs and the next race looms at Chicagoland.

Josh Berry finishes 28th at Sonoma after a tire loss, looks ahead to the eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway

NASCAR makes its long‑awaited comeback at Chicagoland Speedway this weekend, featuring three national series and a high‑stakes In‑Season Challenge. With unpredictable weather and historic storylines, the event promises drama on and off the track.

Connor Zilisch finished seventh at Sonoma, a milestone after a string of near‑misses on road courses.

A look at how NASCAR explored a race on San Francisco's iconic bridge, the challenges that emerged, and what it means for the sport's expansion plans.
The opening stage of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge has delivered surprising results, with lower‑seeded drivers pulling off key victories and the schedule moving toward July finals.

The O’Reilly Auto Parts Series makes its long‑awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway, with a competitive field led by Allgaier and bolstered by Cup regulars.

A power‑steering failure eliminates the tournament’s top seed, propelling Alex Bowman into the next round. Denny Hamlin reclaims the points lead, Ty Gibbs dominates stages, and Shane van Gisbergen emerges as the early favorite as the field narrows to 16 for the Illinois race.

NASCAR is set to race at Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019, with notable driver matchups, a 39‑car field and the return of recent Cup winner Corey Heim.