
Kvapil Takes Back-to-Back O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Win at Iowa
Carson Kvapil edged Rajah Caruth by 0.343 seconds in a record‑laden race at Iowa Speedway, moving to second in the standings.
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Carson Kvapil edged Rajah Caruth by 0.343 seconds in a record‑laden race at Iowa Speedway, moving to second in the standings.

Carson Kvapil’s second consecutive win in the NASCAR O’Reilly’s Series at Iowa Speedway came despite a record‑tying 72 caution laps and a dramatic overtime showdown.

Shane van Gisbergen is set to compete in the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Richmond Raceway, piloting the No. 7 Chevrolet sponsored by HendrickCars.com.

Rajah Caruth’s second‑place finish at Iowa Speedway not only marked a personal best but also reshaped the playoff picture, narrowing the gap to the cutoff and priming him for a decisive race at Daytona.

Carson Kvapil edged Rajah Caruth by 0.343 seconds after a dramatic overtime maneuver, moving to the top of the points standings as the series heads to Daytona.

A late‑race spin by Jesse Love handed Sheldon Creed the lead in the HyVee Perks 250, while an overtime wreck reshaped the Chase cutline and set the stage for a decisive Daytona finale.

Sam Mayer, the 2024 and 2025 champion of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, looks to capture his first 2026 win at Iowa Speedway. His flawless track record, new Haas Factory Racing seat, and a stacked field of contenders set the stage for a pivotal race.

The upcoming Iowa Corn 350 will see significant driver changes, with Rajah Caruth taking over the No. 88 Chevrolet and 18‑year‑old Carson Brown making his Cup debut, while veteran Corey Heim sits out.

Carson Kvapil captured his first career NASCAR O’Reilly Series win at Iowa Speedway, delivering JR Motorsports a second consecutive triumph and reshaping the playoff picture.

Carson Kvapil secured his maiden NASCAR O’Reilly Series victory after a dramatic double‑overtime battle at Iowa Speedway, capitalizing on a late caution and a superior restart.

Carson Kvapil clinches the Hy‑Vee Perks 250 after a dramatic overtime, while Justin Allgaier leads both stages and collects maximum points.

Carson Kvapil claimed his first win in the NASCAR O’Reilly Series after a chaotic finish at Iowa Speedway, where multiple leaders fell victim to spins and collisions.

Ryan Sieg secured his first NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series pole at Iowa Speedway, edging Ross Chastain by 0.064 seconds in a milestone that aligns with his mother's birthday.

Ryan Sieg secured the pole for the upcoming NASCAR O’Reilly Series race at Iowa Speedway, while practice results highlighted a competitive field of 37 drivers vying for position.

Ahead of the August 8, 2026 Hy‑Vee Perks 250, Sam Mayer, Ross Chastain and Sammy Smith emerge as the top storylines, with DraftKings pricing and playoff stakes shaping the betting landscape.

Two RCR‑affiliated drivers are slated to make their national series debuts in 2026, while the organization navigates a transition after Kyle Busch’s death and prepares for 2027 roster moves.

The 2024 edition of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series marks its comeback at Iowa Speedway after a four‑year hiatus, with defending champion Sam Mayer aiming for a third consecutive victory.

NASCAR announced that Carson Brown will replace Rajah Caruth in the No. 88 Chevrolet for the 2026 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, debuting at Iowa Speedway. Caruth, 20 points behind the playoff cut, secures a secondary deal to remain eligible, as the series prepares for a historic showdown at Daytona.

Teenage prospect Carson Brown, 18, will debut in the 2026 O'Reilly Series at Iowa Speedway, becoming the youngest driver to compete in a national NASCAR race this season.

Rajah Caruth, a Winston‑Salem State graduate and one of NASCAR’s few Black drivers, sits 14th in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series standings, just 20 points behind the final playoff spot, as the season’s final two races — including Daytona — loom.

Kvapil's maiden O'Reilly Series win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway topped the charts with 1.25 million viewers, while JR Motorsports celebrated its first NASCAR victory.

Taylor Gray holds a six‑point lead over William Sawalich in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series Chase bubble, but the outcome will be decided at Daytona after a pivotal race at Iowa Speedway.

Rajah Caruth, a Winston‑Salem State University graduate, is poised to clinch a playoff berth in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, trailing the cutoff by 20 points with two races left.
Graduate of Winston‑Salem State University and Chevrolet development driver Rajah Caruth is on the cusp of clinching a playoff berth in the NASCAR championship, needing a strong finish at Iowa Speedway and Daytona International Speedway to secure a spot.