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How to Watch: Dale Jr. Race the Iconic No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet at Florence Motor Speedway

Dale Earnhardt Jr. will race the No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet in the South Carolina 400 at Florence Motor Speedway on November 23, 2024. This prestigious event features talented drivers and promises high-stakes competition on a unique track. Tickets are available, and fans can also stream the race on FloRacing. Continue reading How to Watch: Dale Jr. Race the Iconic No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet at Florence Motor Speedway

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Interviews, Local Racing

Pedal to the Medal: Inside the Mind of 16-Year-Old Racing Prodigy Keegan Sobilo

At just 16, Keegan Sobilo made a mark in Michigan racing by winning the prestigious CRA Late Model Championship. His passion for racing was sparked by his grandfather, and despite challenges like stuck throttles, he aims to reach the NASCAR Cup Series. Sobilo also spreads joy by sharing his race car with children’s hospital patients. Continue reading Pedal to the Medal: Inside the Mind of 16-Year-Old Racing Prodigy Keegan Sobilo

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CUP Series, Local Racing, NASCAR

Kyle Busch Enters Mega $40,000 to Win Short Track Event at Oxford Plains

NASCAR superstar Kyle Busch is pulling out all the stops for his next short track challenge. Officials from the Pro All Stars Series (PASS) and Oxford Plains Speedway announced today that the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion is entering the inaugural All That’s Metal Celebration of America 300 on July 2-3. The race carries a massive $40,000 prize to the winner. “A few of us … Continue reading Kyle Busch Enters Mega $40,000 to Win Short Track Event at Oxford Plains

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Local Racing, NASCAR

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Returns to Short Track Racing at New River Speedway

NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. will make a comeback in a Late Model Stock Car at New River All American Speedway in North Carolina. He will compete in the zMAX CARS Tour event, marking his third CARS Tour start. Earnhardt emphasizes the importance of regional series in shaping top-level racing. The event will feature various races throughout the weekend. Continue reading Dale Earnhardt Jr. Returns to Short Track Racing at New River Speedway

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ARCA Menards Series, Craftsman Truck Series, CUP Series, Local Racing, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

From Bootleggers to Billionaires: The Improbable Evolution of NASCAR

NASCAR originated from Prohibition-era moonshine runners modifying cars to outrun authorities. Evolving into “stock cars,” races drew crowds, leading to the founding of NASCAR in 1948. With television coverage in the 1980s, it gained popularity and expanded nationwide. Today’s NASCAR features high-tech, high-speed racing, while staying true to its grassroots origins. Continue reading From Bootleggers to Billionaires: The Improbable Evolution of NASCAR

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ARCA Menards Series, Craftsman Truck Series, CUP Series, Local Racing, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Sinkhole Unearths Rumored Moonshine Cave Underneath Frontstretch Grandstands

A possible moonshine cave was discovered under the North Wilkesboro Speedway’s frontstretch grandstands during cleaning and inspection. It is believed to be a site for moonshine production and hiding from the law. The area affected by the discovery is a frontstretch grandstand with views of the track, creating extra work before the upcoming NASCAR All-Star Race Week. Continue reading Sinkhole Unearths Rumored Moonshine Cave Underneath Frontstretch Grandstands

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Local Racing, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Young Star Connor Zilisch Set for Xfinity Series Debut with JR Motorsports

Teenage racing phenom Connor Zilisch will get his first taste of the NASCAR national series competition in 2024, signing with JR Motorsports to make several NASCAR Xfinity Series starts beginning at Watkins Glen in September. The 17-year-old from Mooresville, N.C. will pilot the team’s iconic No. 88 Chevrolet at Watkins Glen, Kansas, Homestead, and Phoenix following his 18th birthday on August 24th. Zilisch is coming … Continue reading Young Star Connor Zilisch Set for Xfinity Series Debut with JR Motorsports

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Craftsman Truck Series, Local Racing, NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Outside the Cup Series for 2024

Within the past few years, we’ve seen the departure of veterans like Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch, and while that has happened, we’ve seen NASCAR’s young guns take over the Cup Series. But even more talent is on the way. Here are the 10 most promising drivers still climbing the ranks in the “Minor Leagues” of NASCAR. 1. Chandler Smith (Xfinity Series) – 21-year-old Chandler … Continue reading Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Outside the Cup Series for 2024

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