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Randall Burnett to Join Trackhouse Racing as Crew Chief for Connor Zilisch in 2026
Randall Burnett will leave Richard Childress Racing to become crew chief for 19-year-old Connor Zilisch at Trackhouse Racing in 2026. Burnett, a six-time Cup winner, will guide the Xfinity standout as he makes his rookie debut alongside Ross Chastain and Shane van Gisbergen in the team’s three-car lineup. Read more
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Haas Factory Team to Join Chevrolet Camp in 2026, Aligns with Hendrick Motorsports
Haas Factory Team will switch from Ford to Chevrolet in 2026, aligning with Hendrick Motorsports for engines and technical support. The move marks a return to Haas’ roots with Chevrolet, while keeping Cole Custer, Sheldon Creed, and Sam Mayer behind the wheel across Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series competition. Read more
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Parker Kligerman Delivers Victory for Connor Zilisch in Wild Wawa 250 at Daytona
In an unprecedented NASCAR Xfinity Series event, Parker Kligerman secured victory in the Wawa 250 after stepping in for injured Connor Zilisch. This team effort marked Zilisch’s seventh win, tying a rookie record. Despite challenges, including crashes and strategic racing, Kligerman’s performance emphasized collaboration, underlining racing’s unpredictable nature and team spirit. Read more
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2026 NASCAR Cup Series Schedule Revealed
NASCAR has officially released the 2026 Cup Series schedule, confirming major changes. The All-Star Race moves to Dover, giving North Wilkesboro a long-awaited points race. Watkins Glen shifts to May, Chicagoland returns, Mexico City drops off, and the season finale heads back to Homestead-Miami Speedway for an action-packed finish. Read more
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NASCAR Weighs Rule Changes on Cup Driver Participation in Lower Series
NASCAR is reexamining its rules on Cup Series drivers racing in the Xfinity and Truck circuits, with potential changes coming soon. Current limits cap veterans at five starts per series, but leadership says revisions could strike a better balance between developing young talent and boosting entertainment value for fans. Read more
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O’Reilly Auto Parts named title sponsor of NASCAR’s secondary series
NASCAR and O’Reilly Auto Parts have announced a landmark multiyear partnership that will rename the Xfinity Series as the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series beginning in 2026. The deal extends O’Reilly’s long-standing involvement in the sport, with exclusive broadcasts on The CW highlighting NASCAR’s rising stars for fans nationwide. Read more
