
Rain Stalls Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway as NASCAR Eyes Completion
A sudden thunderstorm forced NASCAR to pause the Quaker State 400 in Atlanta, prompting crews to race against time to dry the track before a possible timed finish
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A sudden thunderstorm forced NASCAR to pause the Quaker State 400 in Atlanta, prompting crews to race against time to dry the track before a possible timed finish

The NASCAR Truck Series will race at Lime Rock Park on July 11, 2026, broadcast on FS1 and available via fuboTV, DIRECTV, Sling and Hulu + Live TV, with points leaders Riggs, Honeycutt and Smith vying for the title.

The NASCAR Cup Series is back at EchoPark Speedway for the Quaker State 400, the third round of the In‑Season Challenge, featuring eight drivers competing for a $1 million prize and broadcast on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max.

Two driver replacements headline the upcoming Atlanta Truck Series weekend, blending seasoned expertise with emerging talent as the playoff race intensifies.

After nearly two decades away, Jamie McMurray is back in the Craftsman Truck Series, joining Kaulig Racing for a select slate of races while Colin Braun steps in at Lime Rock Park.

NASCAR's managing director announced no penalties following a comprehensive review of the Chicago Speedway collisions, emphasizing the need for clearer driver expectations.

After leading a Joe Gibbs Racing trio to the checkered flag, Chase Briscoe celebrated with a knee for Tim Tebow and an imaginary cast for Johnny Morris, expressing his affection for Chicagoland Speedway and a desire to return in 2027.

Kaulig Racing announced that Colin Braun will drive the No. 25 RAM 1500 in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park on July 11, bringing his IMSA pedigree and road‑course experience to the series.

Kaulig Racing announced that Colin Braun will drive the No. 25 RAM 1500 at Lime Rock Park on July 11, marking his first Truck Series start since 2011 and adding a multi‑title IMSA champion to the roster.

Colin Braun is set to make his long‑awaited comeback in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this July, driving the No. 25 Ram‑branded entry at Lime Rock Park. His extensive sports‑car pedigree and the return of Ram’s Free Agent Driver program mark a significant moment for the series.

Colin Braun is set to make his comeback to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this summer, slated to wheel the No. 25 Ram 1500 for Kaulig Racing at Lime Rock Park on July 11. The 37‑year‑old driver brings a deep sports car résumé that includes a ninth‑place finish in the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg earlier this year, a Le Mans podium in 2006, and three WeatherTech SportsCar Championship titles captured in 2014, 2015 and 2022. Braun’s early stock‑car experience earned him the 2007 Truck Series Rookie of the Year award and a lone victory at Michigan International Speedway in 2009, moments that still resonate with longtime fans. His recent Rolex 24 at Daytona triumph in 2023 underscores the versatility that has defined his career, while his four overall GTP class wins at the 24‑hour event highlight a record of endurance excellence. Matt Kaulig, the founder of Kaulig Racing, expressed excitement about the partnership, noting that the collaboration blends Ram’s automotive heritage with the team’s innovative approach. The upcoming race marks a symbolic return of the Ram brand to NASCAR after a 13‑year hiatus, a move that aligns with Kaulig Racing’s expansion from its 2016 founding into a multi‑series powerhouse boasting 27 Xfinity victories. The No. 25 entry will share the grid with a roster of seasoned competitors including Tony Stewart, Jamie McMurray, Ty Dillon, Corey LaJoie, Travis Pastrana, Parker Kligerman, Clint Bowyer, A.J. Allmendinger, Carson Ferguson and Ryan Newman, each bringing their own pedigree to the historic Connecticut road course. Fans can catch the action live on FS1 and the NASCAR Network at 1 p.m. on July 11, a broadcast that promises to showcase both Braun’s seasoned skill set and the fresh energy of the new Ram partnership.

Bobby Labonte, a former NASCAR Cup Series champion, is set to race the Pace‑O‑Matic No. 16VA for Sadler‑Stanley Racing at Caraway Speedway on July 4. The event will be streamed live on FloRacing.TV and showcases Labonte’s historic connection to the Revolutionary 99.

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.

Ryan Newman is set to make his first NASCAR Truck Series start in nearly eight years at North Wilkesboro Speedway, driving the No. 25 Kaulig Racing truck backed by Ram. The appearance revives a lineage of notable drivers who have used the ride and highlights Newman’s enduring stature in the sport.

Veteran NASCAR driver Ryan Newman is set to return to the Truck Series at North Wilkesboro Speedway, driving the No. 25 Ram‑sponsored entry for Kaulig Racing, a team that has previously fielded stars such as Tony Stewart and Jamie McMurray.
NASCAR’s Cup Series will air on TNT for the next five weeks, with Marty Smith hosting the pre‑ and post‑race studio program alongside Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray. The existing commentary trio of Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte remains unchanged, and the upcoming Sonoma event marks the season’s last road‑course race.

Director Adam McKay disclosed a proposed sequel that would have moved Ricky Bobby from NASCAR to European Grand Prix racing, but production challenges led him to pursue 'Step Brothers' instead.

NASCAR’s Cup Series will race at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, featuring 36 drivers, a knockout bracket, and a host of sponsors.
Steve Letarte, Adam Alexander, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. will continue to call NASCAR Cup Series races for TNT, bringing their signature blend of strategy talk and fan‑friendly banter to the network’s new schedule, starting with the Sonoma road race.

After a multi‑year hiatus, Ryan Newman is set to re‑enter NASCAR competition in the Truck Series at North Wilkesboro on July 18, driving a historic Ram entry fielded by Kaulig Racing.
Veteran NASCAR driver Ryan Newman is set to make his comeback in the NASCAR Truck Series this summer, slated to take the wheel of the No. 25 Ram for Kaulig Racing on July 18 at the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway.

An exploration of part-time NASCAR drivers who have broken the odds to claim Cup Series victories, from Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s recent win at Naval Base Coronado.

From Trevor Bayne’s 2011 Daytona 500 triumph to Corey Heim’s 2026 San Diego victory, a select group of part‑time drivers have defied the odds, proving that occasional brilliance can still break through in a full‑time era.

While most NASCAR victories belong to full‑time competitors, a handful of part‑time drivers have etched their names in the series’ record books. Their stories, spanning more than two decades, illustrate how limited schedules can still produce moments of triumph.