
NASCAR Returns to Iowa Speedway with Two 2026 Races
The 2026 season will see the Cup Series contest the Iowa Corn 350 in August and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series host the Pennzoil 250 in July, both featuring full fields and updated betting odds.
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The 2026 season will see the Cup Series contest the Iowa Corn 350 in August and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series host the Pennzoil 250 in July, both featuring full fields and updated betting odds.

Jimmie Johnson will compete in the 2027 Daytona 500 as his final NASCAR Cup Series start, driving the No. 48 for Legacy Motor Club. The announcement brings together a storied career, a sponsor saga, and a symbolic passing of the torch.

NASCAR Cup Series drivers express excitement about the enthusiastic New England crowd and the multi‑day event schedule at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

NASCAR Cup Series drivers express enthusiasm for the enthusiastic New England fans gathering for the Aug. 21‑23 event, noting the vibrant atmosphere and community spirit that make the weekend special.

Kyle Larson says he plans to reach his 40th birthday before making a final call on retirement, a decision shaped by his children’s needs and the evolving landscape of his team.

Joey Logano's wins at North Wilkesboro and Indianapolis, combined with the new playoff points structure, have lifted him near the cut line and revived his championship hopes.
Corey Day has confirmed he will not chase a Cup Series ride at Hendrick Motorsports, instead dedicating his efforts to defending the 2026 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series title.

Connor Zilisch, the 20‑year‑old NASCAR Cup Series rookie, is being linked to a potential move to Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, but Trackhouse Racing’s plans remain uncertain amid contract talks with Ross Chastain and Shane van Gisbergen.

Johnson’s swan song at Daytona will blend legacy, sponsor intrigue and a personal appeal to Rick Hendrick, marking the end of a storied career

Denny Hamlin leads the championship after the Indianapolis race, with the top 16 drivers locked into the playoffs and the battle for the final spots intensifying.

NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson is set to contest his last Cup Series race at the 2027 Daytona 500, driving the historic No. 48 Chevrolet in a specially arranged deal that highlights his enduring legacy and a new commercial partnership.

William Byron enters the August 9 NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway seeking to end a 23‑race winless streak while battling a tight points deficit and a historic track record that could spark a playoff push.

Jimmie Johnson will drive the No. 48 at the 2027 Daytona 500, navigating sponsor uncertainties and a personal appeal to Rick Hendrick as he prepares for his 703rd and final Cup Series start.

Alex Bowman’s planned retirement after the 2027 Cup season has sparked a debate over who will replace him, with Ross Chastain’s overlooked credentials emerging as a compelling alternative to high‑risk prospects.

William Byron, the 2025 regular‑season champion, has been mathematically eliminated from the 2026 points battle with four races remaining, highlighting deeper challenges for Hendrick Motorsports.

Corey Heim captured the Brickyard 400, Carson Hocevar earned his first Cup victory, Ty Gibbs climbs the standings, and Connor Zilisch eyes a 2028 seat at Hendrick Motorsports.

Jimmie Johnson confirmed he will compete in the 2027 Daytona 500 as his last NASCAR start, reuniting with Hendrick Motorsports and navigating an uncertain sponsor landscape.

Kyle Larson discusses his confidence in Hendrick Motorsports, the team's historic success, and the upcoming driver vacancy, while highlighting the collaborative environment that defines the organization.

Legacy Motor Club has added nine new investors, including Scott Dixon, Tony Kanaan and Dario Franchitti, while Jimmie Johnson announces his final Cup Series start at the 2027 Daytona 500, driving the historic No. 48 fielded by Hendrick Motorsports.

In a SiriusXM interview, Johnson announced that the 2027 Daytona 500 will be his last Cup start, emphasizing his focus on ownership at LEGACY Motor Club while recalling the significance of the No. 48.

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.

The 2026 Brickyard 400 struggled with low attendance and poor on‑track action, prompting criticism from drivers and analysts and raising questions about the future of the event.

JR Motorsports celebrated a landmark victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, becoming the first O'Reilly Auto Parts Series team to sweep the top four positions. The performance adds to a storied lineage of front‑four sweeps that have defined NASCAR’s most iconic moments.

Justin Marks confirms Connor Zilisch’s contract through 2027 while urging improvement, as Dale Earnhardt Jr. ponders the driver’s future and the team’s direction.