This weekend, the NASCAR Cup, Xfinity, and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series will thrill fans at Martinsville Speedway. Denny Hamlin leads the Cup Series, while Chandler Smith aims for another win in the Xfinity Series. The Truck Series will feature the debut of Cam Waters and Matt Crafton’s 550th start. Exciting races await! Continue reading NASCAR Heads to Martinsville’s Paperclip for Action-Packed Weekend
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
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
Ty Dillon will make his first 2024 NASCAR Cup Series start for Kaulig Racing in the No. 16 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at Richmond Raceway on March 31st. As a 10-year Cup Series veteran, Dillon aims to showcase his skills and provide valuable experience to the team as they expand in the top NASCAR level. Continue reading Ty Dillon Joins Kaulig Racing’s 2024 Cup Program in Part-Time Role
An afternoon of flawless restarts and sheer dominance handed Corey Heim the winning finish in Saturday’s XPEL 225 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at the famed Circuit of The Americas road course in Austin, Texas. Heim’s No. 11 led a race-high 31 of 46 laps, and he was able to masterfully control every restart to pull away and win going away. He crossed the line … Continue reading Corey Heim Dominates in COTA Truck Race
17-year-old Connor Zilisch took the NASCAR Truck Series by storm, claiming pole position at Circuit of The Americas in his series debut. His remarkable performance follows earlier victories in IMSA competition. Despite his youth, Zilisch attributes his success to rigorous preparation and managing race-day nerves. His rapid ascent hints at a promising future in motorsport. Continue reading 17-Year-Old Prodigy Connor Zilisch Storms to Truck Series Pole at COTA
The NASCAR circus is headed to Austin, Texas this weekend for a tripleheader of racing action at the prestigious Circuit of The Americas (COTA) road course. All three of NASCAR’s national series – the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series – will take on the 3.41-mile, 20-turn track. The NASCAR Cup Series kicks things off with the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix on Sunday, … Continue reading NASCAR Tripleheader at COTA This Weekend
Christian Eckes got some sweet redemption on Saturday night, holding off Kyle Busch in a thrilling finish to win the Weather Guard Truck Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. The victory helped erase the bitter memory of last year’s NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series playoff race at Bristol, where Eckes gave up the lead to Corey Heim with just six laps remaining and missed making the Championship … Continue reading Christian Eckes Redeems Himself with Victory over Kyle Busch at Bristol
Bristol Motor Speedway is gearing up for an exciting weekend of NASCAR action, with the Craftsman Truck Series and the Cup Series races taking center stage. Craftsman Truck SeriesThe Craftsman Truck Series kicks off the action on Saturday, March 16, with the Weather Guard Truck Race. This marks the first time since 1999 that the Truck Series will compete on the concrete surface at Bristol … Continue reading Bristol Heats Up: Truck and Cup Series Prepare for Short Track Showdown
While NASCAR has traditionally been a male-dominated sport, a growing number of talented women are breaking down barriers and making their mark on the track. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s important to recognize the pioneering drivers, past and present, who are paving the way for greater inclusion and representation in this exhilarating world of stock car racing. The Trailblazers Who Paved the Way … Continue reading Breaking Barriers: The Trailblazing Women of NASCAR
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