NASCAR Drivers Face Tire Marbling Challenges at Naval Air Station Practice
Drivers grapple with marbled surfaces and swift tire degradation, setting the stage for a strategically complex race.
Jun 20, 2026
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NASCAR Truck Series Opens at Naval Air Station North Island
The 2026 Craftsman Truck Series made its debut at Coronado’s Naval Air Station, featuring dramatic practice incidents, a flyover of Navy Ospreys, and a win by Front Row Motorsports driver Layne Riggs.
Jun 20, 2026
Riggs Dominates Navy 250 at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego
The 3.4‑mile track at Naval Base Coronado hosted a dramatic 35‑driver NASCAR Truck Series race, where Layne Riggs captured Stage 1, Stage 2 and the overall win, while Parker Kligerman took Stage 2 and a host of crashes reshaped the running order.
Jun 20, 2026
Riggs Takes Navy 250 in Overtime Thriller at San Diego
Layne Riggs overcame fuel shortages and a chaotic late‑race scramble to win the Navy 250, while Jimmie Johnson’s first Truck start in 17 years concluded in a spin‑filled 30th‑place finish.
Jun 20, 2026
Layne Riggs Wins Navy 250 in Overtime Thriller at Naval Base Coronado
The June 19 Navy 250 delivered a dramatic overtime finish, with Layne Riggs edging past Tyler Reif on the final lap while veterans Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray faced setbacks.
Jun 20, 2026
Kevin Magnussen Prepares for NASCAR Debut in California
Danish racer Kevin Magnussen is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut in the Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado, bringing a decade of Formula 1 experience and a family racing legacy to American stock‑car competition.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen eyes Anduril 250 victory at Naval Base Coronado
With seven Cup Series road‑course wins, a debut victory at Chicago and a field that includes Tyler Reddick, Denny Hamlin and a returning Jimmie Johnson, Shane van Gisbergen is the clear favorite for the inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Unprecedented Road Course Challenge at Naval Base Coronado
With Shane van Gisbergen’s dominant road‑course record and Kyle Larson topping practice, the temporary circuit at Coronado promises a high‑stakes showdown.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Tests New 3.4‑Mile Street Circuit in San Diego During Extended Practice
A 50‑minute practice on a brand‑new street course in San Diego saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, while several drivers, including Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, made their marks.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s Coronado Challenge: Practice Highlights and Rising Concerns
Practice sessions at Naval Base Coronado revealed startling lap times, tire woes and injury concerns, setting the stage for a potentially chaotic Cup Series race.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Drivers Test New 3.4‑Mile Coronado Track
A high‑speed shakedown on Naval Base Coronado saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, with a full field of 39 drivers turning early laps that promise a competitive showdown.
Jun 19, 2026
Honeycutt Takes Pole as Truck Series Heads to Coronado
Kaden Honeycutt secured pole position for the Navy 250 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Naval Base Coronado, with Jimmie Johnson set to start fourth.
Jun 19, 2026
Kaden Honeycutt Takes Pole as NASCAR Truck Series Qualifying Marred by Crashes at Coronado
Kaden Honeycutt posted a 2:14.782 lap to claim pole position for the NASCAR Truck Series event at Naval Base Coronado, while Christian Eckes and Stewart Friesen suffered significant damage and several trucks were forced out.
Jun 19, 2026
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series makes historic debut in San Diego
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Takes on the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado
Championship leader Layne Riggs prepares for a pivotal showdown at the new Qualcomm Circuit, where Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray make surprising returns.
Jun 19, 2026
U.S. Senate Honors Kyle Busch with Bipartisan Resolution
The Senate recognized Kyle Busch's 234 wins and his impact on the sport, while his family and the NASCAR community mourn and celebrate his memory.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Tests New 3.4‑Mile Course at Naval Base Coronado
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Revives West Coast With Road‑Course Debut at Naval Base Coronado
NASCAR will stage its first ever race on a 3.4‑mile road course at Naval Base Coronado, featuring a star‑studded Truck Series field and the return of veteran driver Jimmie Johnson.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Returns to Naval Base Coronado for June 19 Race Featuring Jimmie Johnson
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will race at the Naval Base Coronado near San Diego on June 19, showcasing veteran driver Jimmie Johnson and a new free‑agent entry by Jamie McMurray, broadcast on FS1 and streamed via FUBO.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s First San Diego Street Race Sets Up a Historic Showdown
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.
Jun 19, 2026
Jimmie Johnson Returns to San Diego for Historic NASCAR Debut at Naval Base Coronado
Jimmie Johnson, a seven‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, is set to race in his hometown while co‑owning Legacy Motor Club, adding a personal dimension to the inaugural Andruil 250 street event at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s Historic Celebration at Naval Base Coronado
The NASCAR San Diego Weekend at Naval Base Coronado will blend high‑octane racing with a tribute to the U.S. Navy, featuring a unique road course and a roster of top drivers.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s First Southern California Street Race Sets Historic Stage
The upcoming San Diego Street Course event will feature a blend of series, top drivers and rare appearances, marking a new chapter for NASCAR in the region.
Jun 19, 2026