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NASCAR will end stage breaks immediately when a natural caution occurs with ten or fewer laps left in Stage 1 or Stage 2, a move designed to reduce caution laps and increase green‑flag action, announced by CEO Steve O’Donnell after fan feedback from the Brickyard 400.
NASCAR will limit laps run under caution when ten or fewer laps remain in Stages 1 or 2, declaring the caution itself the stage break and using scoring loops and video replay to determine the top‑10 finishers.
NASCAR will debut a rule change this weekend that ends stage breaks early when a caution occurs within ten laps, aiming to cut caution laps and deliver more green‑flag racing for fans.
NASCAR is introducing rule changes that will end stages early when cautions occur with ten or fewer laps remaining, reducing laps under yellow and increasing on‑track action for fans.
NASCAR will test a revised stage‑break procedure at Iowa Speedway in 2026, ending stages early when few laps remain and using the caution period itself as the break, a move driven by fan feedback and intended to boost on‑track action.
NASCAR will implement new stage‑break procedures this weekend at Iowa Speedway, ending stages at caution when few laps remain and using a green‑and‑white checkered flag to signal the leader, a change driven by fan feedback and intended to increase green‑flag action.
NASCAR is set to reshape the 2026 season with shorter stages during late cautions, a return to historic tracks, and a championship format that rewards consistency, all under a more open leadership style.
NASCAR will shorten caution periods in stage races starting this weekend at Iowa Speedway, ending stages early when a caution occurs within the last ten laps and awarding points based on position at that moment.
NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell outlines a plan to turn the series into a broadcast staple by winning over younger fans, improving driver communication and reinforcing the sport’s identity.
NASCAR’s record‑breaking broadcast agreement is being questioned by longtime insiders who argue the series is neglecting the on‑track product that once defined its appeal.
NASCAR’s leadership clarified that the France family has no intention to sell the sport, even as antitrust litigation and leadership turnover create uncertainty.
NASCAR taps a UFC veteran to lead its global expansion, targeting new markets while promising innovation at home
NASCAR continues its tradition of adding fresh or returning races each season, with the San Diego Street Circuit and Chicagoland Speedway recently back on the calendar, while CEO Steve O'Donnell hints at future expansions into the Pacific Northwest, Canada and Europe.
NASCAR announced aerodynamic changes for the August 29 Cup Series event at Daytona International Speedway, shortening the rear spoiler and lowering horsepower to reshape racing dynamics.
NASCAR’s leadership outlines an international growth plan, hiring Adam Layton to lead global strategy while emphasizing continued focus on North America.
NASCAR announces a shortened rear spoiler and reduced horsepower for the August 29 Daytona race, targeting improved overtaking and a fresh racing experience.
From weed‑choked dirt to a virtual simulation, the revival of North Wilkesboro Speedway showcases how a legendary driver's vision reshaped a piece of racing heritage.
NASCAR’s leadership is shifting from discussion to concrete strategy, targeting new markets abroad while reinforcing its domestic roots.
After Amazon Prime Video’s successful 2025 NASCAR streaming experiment, TNT Sports is stepping back onto the track, promising richer talent interactions, redesigned pre‑ and post‑race shows, and a suite of digital extensions that aim to deepen fan engagement.
Steve O’Donnell, who took the helm of NASCAR in April 2026, is blending three decades of internal experience with a bold vision that includes committee‑driven reform, mentorship of Ben Kennedy, and an aggressive push into new markets.
A 23‑year‑old NASCAR driver known as 'Hurricane Hocevar' clinched his first Cup Series win at Talladega, celebrating with a Chili’s feast that has ignited both admiration and debate.
A public memorial for Kyle Busch will be held on October 9 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, honoring the NASCAR legend who died at 41 after a battle with pneumonia and sepsis.
NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell revealed that Prime Video and TNT Sports aimed for more Cup Series dates than the five each locked in for the 2025-2031 rights cycle, a demand that was tempered by the satisfaction of all current partners.
NASCAR’s partnership with Amazon Prime Video has earned rave reviews, with CEO Steve O’Donnell noting the platform’s appetite for additional Cup Series events. As the current broadcast contracts near expiration, industry observers consider new arrangements that could expand the schedule.