1/22/2026, 7:15:32 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
After a successful first season at Front Row Motorsports (FRM), highlighted by two wins in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, Chandler Smith will make his first attempt for the team in the Cup Series driving the No. 36 Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the Daytona 500. “I‘m really excited to take a shot at the […]
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1/22/2026, 7:05:26 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Denny Hamlin indicated he isn‘t totally ready to race yet but still plans to be behind the wheel of his Joe Gibbs Racing car next week for the preseason opener at the Clash. Hamlin, whose father died and mother was injured in a house fire on Dec. 28, said he was going to the JGR […]
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1/22/2026, 6:40:21 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Pacific Life Insurance Company on Thursday asked a federal court to dismiss the $8.5 million lawsuit filed by NASCAR champion Kyle Busch and his wife over policies the Buschs claim were sold to them under false and negligent representations as tax-free income for retirement. The filing in the Western District of North Carolina — the […]
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1/22/2026, 6:03:30 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR today announced a new partnership with American Snuff Company LLC‘s brand Grizzly Nicotine Pouches, as the brand becomes an Official Partner of NASCAR® and an Official Partner for all NASCAR-owned racetracks, including the naming rights for racetrack campgrounds—placing Grizzly Nicotine Pouches at the center of one of the most beloved and communal parts of […]
1/22/2026, 3:06:31 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Trackhouse Racing announced today that Roto-Rooter has joined the team as part of a multi-year, multi-race agreement and will be the Official Plumbing Installation, Repair and Replacement Services Company of Trackhouse Racing. The relationship with Roto-Rooter and Connor Zilisch dates back to October 2024 at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway when the young driver made his third career NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series start with JR Motorsports […]
1/22/2026, 3:06:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
When RFK Racing‘s cars roll onto the grid to open the 2026 season, they will do so honoring the legacy of Greg Biffle. Paying respect to a driver who helped build the organization, the team will begin a season-long tribute at the Cook Out Clash Feb. 1, followed by a special visual presentation during Daytona […]
1/22/2026, 8:13:40 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Bill McAnally Racing (BMR) announced today that the 11-time ARCA Menards Series West (AMSW) championship-winning organization will welcome Hailie Deegan back to the team‘s stable in 2026. Deegan will pilot the No. 16 Chevrolet SS to vie for her first AMSW title and compete in all 13 events. The No. 16 returns to competition after […]
1/22/2026, 2:18:07 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Even though there‘s a threat of wintry weather over the weekend with cold temps to follow into the week, the NASCAR organizational test still has a green flag. Organizers confirmed that, as of Wednesday, the test for drivers in NASCAR‘s Craftsman Truck and O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series is still scheduled for Jan. 28-29. The event […]
1/22/2026, 1:24:12 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
UPDATE: Video released by deputies on Wednesday showed someone breaking into Greg Biffle‘s home just weeks after he and his family were killed in a Statesville plane crash. The burglary happened around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at Biffle‘s estate along Doolie Road in Mooresville. As of this writing, no arrests have been made, […]
1/21/2026, 9:48:18 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season will kick off in exhibition fashion as 23 drivers will do battle at Bowman Gray Stadium on Feb. 1 (FOX, HBO Max, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) for the annual Cook Out Clash. The format to decide the full field at the iconic Winston-Salem, North Carolina, track — from […]
1/21/2026, 7:19:07 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR presented team owner and motorsports innovator Jack Roush with the Bill France Award of Excellence, recognizing his decades-long impact on the sport and his ongoing commitment to competition, innovation, and leadership at the highest level of stock car racing. The Bill France Award of Excellence is NASCAR‘s most prestigious honor, reserved for individuals who […]
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1/21/2026, 4:00:33 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Veteran NASCAR driver David Starr announced today that he will compete at Daytona International Speedway in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series (NOAPS), formerly the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS), driving the No. 53 Chevrolet Camaro for Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen, with APEX Wireless serving as primary sponsor in partnership with Cell Phones For […]
1/21/2026, 2:34:41 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Spencer Boyd, veteran driver and owner of Freedom Racing Enterprises, announced today that he will be stepping out of the seat for the first three road course races of the 2026 Craftsman Truck Series season. Nathan Nicholson, who finished third in the 2025 Mazda MX Cup Championship, will turn his first laps in the No. […]
1/21/2026, 2:22:59 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Rackley WAR announced today that trailblazing NASCAR driver and motorsports personality Toni Breidinger will drive the organization‘s No. 27 Chevrolet Silverado RST entry for a part-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule in 2026. Breidinger‘s program will be supported by her longstanding partner lineup including Raising Cane‘s, CELSIUS and Sunoco. Breidinger will compete in an eight-race […]
1/21/2026, 8:39:19 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli is thrilled to announce that award-winning veteran sportscaster Allen Bestwick will serve as lead commentator for Trans Am broadcasts in 2026. Bestwick will make his Trans Am debut at the series‘ pre-season test at Sebring International Raceway, hosting a one-hour live broadcast on Wednesday, January 21 at 3:30 […]
1/20/2026, 7:32:10 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
RFK Racing today announced it will field a fourth entry in next month‘s Daytona 500, with Trimble serving as the primary sponsor. RFK Racing will reprise the No. 99 — a number the organization ran from 1996-2014 — with Corey LaJoie set to drive the Trimble Ford Mustang in the Feb.15 race. The No. 99 […]
1/20/2026, 6:16:14 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Team AmeriVet, with driver Burt Myers, is returning to the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, backed by the support of Tibbetts Lumber, C3, Chevrolet, ForgiveCo, AmeriVet Securities, The Casey Caudill Foundation, Citrusafer Cleaners, and ECR Engines. A Bowman Gray Stadium icon, Myers is eager for another opportunity behind the wheel of the Team […]
1/20/2026, 3:36:51 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series mainstay, Spencer Boyd announced that Tohatsu will return as an anchor partner for the 2026 season. The award-winning outboard motor company is celebrating 70 years of outboard engine production in 2026 and is entering their third season of partnership with Boyd. A beaming Spencer Boyd commented on the news, “Tohatsu is […]
1/20/2026, 3:05:42 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport announced today that Ross Chastain will compete in four events during the 2026 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series season, driving the #32 Chevrolet. A multi-time NASCAR Cup Series race winner, Chastain will bring top-level experience to the #32 entry while competing at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Circuit of The Americas, Watkins […]
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1/20/2026, 2:57:10 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
HendrickCars.com is returning to the NASCAR O‘Reilly Series (NOAPS) in 2026 as the primary sponsor of the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet. The 33-race season will feature all four Hendrick Motorsports Cup Series drivers along with Rajah Caruth. Caruth will drive the No. 88 Chevrolet in the first three races of the 2026 season, beginning […]
1/20/2026, 2:36:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
BRUNT Workwear, the fastest growing work boot and apparel company for trade workers in the U.S., announces the return of motorsports icon and 11-time X Games gold medalist Travis Pastrana to NASCAR. To mark BRUNT and Pastrana‘s second full year of partnership, Pastrana will race in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season-opening Fresh From Florida […]
1/20/2026, 1:43:28 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Beard Motorsports announced today that it will attempt to qualify for the Feb. 15 Daytona 500 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway to kick off the team‘s ninth season competing in the NASCAR Cup Series. For the third consecutive year, Anthony Alfredo will be behind the wheel of the No. 62 Beard Chevrolet, this time with […]
1/20/2026, 1:30:52 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Barry Eldon Sheppard, age 67 of Stuart, Virginia, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born August 12, 1958, in Patrick County to the late Alvis Prescott Sheppard and Rachel Morse Sheppard. In addition to his parents, Barry is preceded in death by one brother, Danny Sheppard. Barry […]
1/19/2026, 9:06:49 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Rush Truck Centers, which partnered with Noah Gragson following his move to Front Row Motorsports (FRM) in 2025, will continue its relationship with both Gragson and FRM for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. The 2026 program marks the second year of a partnership established in 2025. Rush Truck Centers will serve as the primary […]
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1/19/2026, 3:25:41 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Joe Gibbs Racing announced today that the organization has aligned with Zep to be a primary partner on two of the team‘s NASCAR Cup Series Toyota Camrys. Zep will be featured on Ty Gibbs‘ No. 54 Toyota at Kansas Speedway on April 19 and on Chase Briscoe‘s No. 19 Toyota at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 23. Zep will have associate placement on Nos. 19 and 54 Toyotas […]
1/19/2026, 8:39:16 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
There could be a new plan for the Kentucky Speedway, the once roaring NASCAR track that has been vacant for years. A lot is on the table and on Tuesday, neighbors got to weigh in. More than 25 years after building started, the future of the Kentucky Speedway is in the air. “We’ve got one […]
1/18/2026, 9:34:25 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Atrium Health has joined 15-time NASCAR Cup Series champions Hendrick Motorsports in an innovative partnership that includes naming rights to the new 35,000-square-foot Atrium Health Motorsports Athletic Center located on the team‘s campus in Concord. The agreement establishes Atrium Health as both a brand partner of Hendrick Motorsports and a long-term provider in athlete and […]
1/17/2026, 9:33:21 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR announced a bevy of rulebook updates across its top three national series Friday, including a revamp of the eligibility for the Xfinity Fastest Lap of the race in the Cup Series. After multiple instances last year in which damaged cars returned to set the fastest lap of the race (and earn a bonus point), […]
1/17/2026, 8:28:06 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL‘s Los Angeles Kings and AHL‘s Ontario Reign, announced additional guests for their upcoming “NASCAR Night” against the Savannah Ghost Pirates on January 24th. Ricky Stenhouse Jr, 2023 Daytona 500 Winner and 2013 NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Sunoco Rookie of the Year, joins the Upstate‘s very […]
1/16/2026, 7:49:14 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The new Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC will debut in the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, Ford Racing announced in a Thursday livestream. The new design is based off the sports car Ford unveiled during its annual season launch with 2023 Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney behind the wheel, with the street car flexing a […]
1/16/2026, 6:04:56 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
SS-GreenLight Racing is excited to announce that Former Series Champion Cole Custer will return to the organization in 5 events for the 2026 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series season. The combination has proven it can break through on the big stage, highlighted by its victory with Cole at Auto Club Speedway in 2022. Custer brings […]
1/16/2026, 4:00:16 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Southern Tier Security, Inc., a leading provider of professional security solutions based in Olean, New York, has renewed its partnership with Garage 66 in a multi-race package that includes two primary sponsorships and five additional associate sponsorships throughout the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. Josh Bilicki, the 30-year-old road racing ace, is confirmed to again […]
1/16/2026, 2:59:59 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
UPDATE: He was born on August 25, 1950, in Stanton, VA, to the late James Junior Hamlin and Barbara Jolene Brinkley Hamlin. His life included years in Florida, Virginia, and North Carolina. Dennis was a husband and father. Alongside his wife, Mary Lou, he was a driving force behind his son Denny‘s racing career, offering […]
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1/16/2026, 8:39:24 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Katz Coffee, the largest specialty coffee roaster in the state of Texas, has entered into a multi-year partnership with Texas Motor Speedway to serve as the Official Coffee, Tea and Lemonade provider of “The Great American Speedway.” “We‘re excited to welcome Katz Coffee to our esteemed list of corporate partners here at Texas Motor Speedway,” […]
1/15/2026, 5:08:17 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
ThorSport Racing is proud to announce that Canadian standout Cole Butcher has signed full-time with the organization for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season. Butcher will take over the seat of the No. 13 Ford F-150, marking a new chapter for both the driver and the championship-winning team. The 2026 season will represent Butcher‘s […]
1/15/2026, 3:47:27 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Kaulig Racing today announced Mopar, a global brand with a rich racing history tracing back to the inception of NASCAR, as a new full-season partner, bringing the iconic Mopar name to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026. As part of Ram’s much-anticipated return to NASCAR racing after more than 10 years away, Mopar — […]
1/15/2026, 8:25:02 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Ashly Ennis, director of racing communications for Hendrick Motorsports, has been named the recipient of the inaugural Jon Edwards Excellence in Public Relations Award, an honor recognizing outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication within the NASCAR industry. Ennis earned the award for her exceptional work during the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season and her continued impact […]
1/14/2026, 7:56:55 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
ThorSport Racing is proud to announce the return of Jake Garcia in 2026, taking the reins of the No. 98 Quanta Services/Curb Records Ford F-150. Garcia‘s return will make his third full-time campaign in the world‘s top-tier truck series, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. The move places Garcia in the iconic No. 98 entry, a […]
1/14/2026, 6:42:12 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Burglars reportedly stole $30,000 in cash from the home of NASCAR legend Greg Biffle just weeks after Biffle and six others were killed in a plane crash in Statesville, according to a police report obtained by WCNC Charlotte. The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office responded to Biffle’s estate on Doolie Road a little after 6 p.m. […]
1/14/2026, 6:07:06 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Distributor Wire & Cable (DWC), a master distributor of specialty electrical wire and cable products, has partnered with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) for a multi-car partnership in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series. The Aurora, Colorado-based company will be positioned as a primary partner on both the No. 2 Chevrolet driven by Jesse Love and […]
1/14/2026, 4:02:37 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Joe Gibbs Racing announced today that the organization has signed a multi-year agreement with Free Bird, the rapidly-growing Southern Spring Water brand with a free-spirited twist. Free Bird will be the primary partner on Chase Briscoe‘s No. 19 Toyota Camry in three NASCAR Cup Series races in 2026 — Darlington Raceway on March 22, EchoPark […]
1/14/2026, 3:45:44 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Barrett Cope Racing (BCR) will make its NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series debut on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway with driver Carson Ware in the United Rentals 300 on February 14. BCR is a newly formed team as the result of a partnership between Stanton Barrett Motorsports and Cope Family Racing. With 17 […]
1/14/2026, 3:33:33 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Niece Motorsports proudly welcomes DAYTONA 500 and two-time NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series champion, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., to drive for its NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) team. Stenhouse Jr., an accomplished veteran, primarily competes in the NASCAR Cup Series driving the No. 47 Chevrolet for HYAK Motorsports. The Olive Branch, Mississippi, native has made nearly 600 starts in […]
1/14/2026, 3:11:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Daytona International Speedway announced today that Sky Formation is the winner of the fan-voted ballfield grass design. The patriotic design is set to pay tribute to the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and will be on display at the 68th running of The Great American Race. “The tradition of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds flyover exemplifies […]
1/14/2026, 3:04:36 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Richard Childress Racing announced this week several key NASCAR Cup Series competition leadership appointments ahead of the 2026 NASCAR season. Mike Dillon has been named chief operating officer, a position for the company that will focus heavily on competition administrative functions. Dillon will provide forward thinking and direction in all areas of performance and operations, […]
1/13/2026, 8:55:32 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson is making his 18th Chili Bowl Nationals attempt this year. A three-time (2020-21, 2025) Chili Bowl Nationals champion, Larson has made the Saturday championship feature 12 times. And he‘s off to a great start in 2026. After finishing seventh in Monday night‘s Race of Champions (won by Christopher Bell), Larson […]
1/13/2026, 6:35:57 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
After a year of encouraging NASCAR fans to Ride the ‘Dente with a country music video, mechanical margarita shaker ride and headline-grabbing firesuits celebrating the brand‘s world-famous Presidente Margarita®, Chili‘s® Grill & Bar and Spire Motorsports are shaking up a multi-year extension that keeps the iconic red pepper on the No. 77 Chevrolet ZL1 driven […]
1/13/2026, 5:00:04 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Team Reaume is proud to announce the signing of young star Luke Baldwin to compete in the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for 12 races. In a continuation of the organization‘s commitment to top-tier talent and expanding its competitive footprint he will pilot the No. 2 Ford-150. Baldwin, 19, hails from Mooresville, North Carolina, and […]
1/13/2026, 3:18:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR fans, get ready: Tony Stewart, three-time Cup Series champion and motorsports icon, is officially returning to the NASCAR stage at Daytona in 2026. Stewart will team up with Ram Trucks and Kaulig Racing as the first competitor in Ram‘s groundbreaking Free Agent program within the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Stewart, known to fans as […]
1/13/2026, 8:22:19 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR is heading full-steam into the future with a return to the past. In response to growing sentiment among fans and stakeholders in the sport, the sanctioning body has opted to revive the Chase format to crown champions in its top three national series. In the Cup Series, NASCAR‘s top division, 16 drivers will qualify […]
1/13/2026, 12:36:22 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR Media Conference Press Conference Monday, January 12, 2026 An Interview with: Steve O’Donnell, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Chase Briscoe THE MODERATOR: Welcome. I’m Adam Alexander. I watch that video, I think about the fact that the Daytona 500 is just over a month away. When you think about today’s announcement and all the energy and […]
1/12/2026, 8:36:34 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR today announced the return of ‘The Chase‘ as its national series championship format beginning in 2026, hearkening back to the roots of NASCAR‘s original postseason format that was in place from 2004-2013 in the NASCAR Cup Series. The changes come after an extensive review that included collaboration between owners, drivers, OEMs, tracks, broadcast partners, […]
1/12/2026, 2:09:03 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Hyak Motorsports is proud to announce a multi-race sponsorship with Chef Boyardee, welcoming the iconic brand to the NASCAR Cup Series. Chef Boyardee will serve as the primary sponsor for 3 Cup Series races for driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and the No. 47 team and will be an associate sponsor for the 2026 season. The […]
1/12/2026, 7:56:30 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR will announce its new championship format [today], and industry executives are predicting a simplified system that shifts closer toward racing norms but without going all the way back to the sport‘s old-school points formula. … NASCAR informed some team executives before the end of the 2025 season that retaining a playoff was the most […]
1/11/2026, 10:33:28 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Daytona International Speedway announced today that three-time GRAMMY-award winning country music superstar Miranda Lambert is set to perform the DAYTONA 500 pre-race concert. The most-awarded artist in Academy of Country Music history is set to kickstart the festivities prior to the 68th running of The Great American Race. “To have this level of talent with […]
1/10/2026, 10:33:41 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Applications are being accepted for the 2026 season of the Kulwicki Driver Development Program, a North American initiative to help the top short-track stock car drivers achieve their dreams while keeping alive the legacy of 1992 NASCAR Cup champion and NASCAR Hall of Fame member Alan Kulwicki. The application deadline is January 23, 2026, at […]
1/10/2026, 7:55:11 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Longtime NASCAR executive, and formerly Daytona International Speedway president, Chip Wile is taking over as Drivers‘ Advisory Council executive director. Wile assumes the position previously held by Cup Series veteran Jeff Burton, who is remaining with the group as an advisor. The current [council] includes William Byron, Chase Briscoe, Joey Logano, Michael McDowell, Kurt Busch, […]
1/10/2026, 5:05:49 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Team Reaume enters the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season with a clear focus: raise the standard, strengthen the program, and compete at a higher level every week. That push is backed by the continued partnership with Ford Racing, alongside our growing technical alliance with other Ford teams. Together, these relationships provide increased engineering support, […]
1/9/2026, 7:04:07 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Spire Motorsports and Michael McDowell will partner with Tibbetts Lumber Company for the season-opening Fresh From Florida 250 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway. McDowell will represent the family-owned organization when he makes just his fifth career CRAFTSMAN Truck Series start and second at the “World Center of Racing.” McDowell, a […]
1/9/2026, 6:00:27 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Bennett Family of Companies, a leader in the transportation and logistics industry with over five decades of expertise, will continue their multi-year partnership with Richard Childress Racing as anchor primary partner of the No. 21 Bennett Transportation & Logistics Chevrolet in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series. Austin Hill, who has found record-setting success at […]
1/9/2026, 5:23:58 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Viking Motorsports (VMS) announced today two major partnerships that will anchor the team‘s expansion to a two-car operation in the 2026 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series. DUDE Wipes will continue its long-standing relationship with Anthony Alfredo on the No. 96 Chevrolet, while FUNKAWAY extends its partnership with Parker Retzlaff on the No. 99 Chevrolet. Both […]
1/9/2026, 4:29:54 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Niece Motorsports proudly welcomes multi-time winner and defending Coca-Cola 600 champion, Ross Chastain, back to its NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS) driver roster in 2026. Chastain, who enters his ninth year competing for the organization, remains a mainstay since joining in 2018. The Alva, Florida native has driven a Niece Motorsports truck to victory lane […]
1/9/2026, 3:11:36 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Front Row Motorsports (FRM) today announced several leadership updates within its Competition department ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Cup and Truck Series‘ seasons. Drew Blickensderfer will transition from his prior role as Crew Chief of the No. 4 and Noah Gragson and will become the organization‘s Competition Director. In his new role, Blickensderfer will work […]
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1/9/2026, 2:43:24 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The Frances have always remained steadfast in their commitment to keep NASCAR private, but a bruising past few months have tested that resolve. … The lawsuit and its aftermath have heightened the sense that the France family may be more open to outside investors to the sanctioning body. NASCAR has allowed private equity firms to […]
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1/9/2026, 1:29:40 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Ram is charging back into the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series — the way that only Ram can. In partnership with Thrill Sports Productions, Ram is launching Race For The Seat, a bold new reality competition series that gives 15 aspiring drivers the chance of a lifetime: to earn a spot in one of five Ram […]
1/8/2026, 9:36:53 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Brad Keselowski will miss the preseason Clash but vows he will be ready for the Daytona 500 after breaking his right femur from a fall getting out of his vehicle Dec. 18 while on a ski trip. RFK Racing reserve driver Corey LaJoie will replace Keselowski at the Clash on Feb. 1 at Bowman Gray […]
1/8/2026, 8:08:47 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Talladega Superspeedway announced today The Progress Group has been named the race entitlement sponsor for the fall NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series Playoff race at Talladega Superspeedway. The TPG 250 is set to take place in the Round of 8 on Oct. 24, 2026. “This new partnership with The Progress Group strengthens an already electric […]
1/8/2026, 8:05:20 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
On the heels of a sellout weekend following NASCAR‘s celebrated return to the sandhills of North Carolina‘s central piedmont, the North Carolina Education Lottery and Black‘s Tire have renewed their respective partnerships and will return as the entitlement sponsors for Rockingham Speedway‘s April 3-4 NASCAR Easter Weekend Classic. The Black‘s Tire 200 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck […]
1/8/2026, 7:30:35 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR will hold a press conference to announce the championship format for the 2026 season and beyond. WHEN: Monday, January 12 3:30 p.m. ET POST-ANNOUNCEMENT SHOW: A special ‘Inside the Race‘ studio show will be streamed following the formal press conference. LIVE STREAM: Press conference and ‘Inside the Race‘ show will be live streamed on […]
1/8/2026, 7:17:47 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
As NASCAR Cup Series points racing returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway for the first time in nearly 30 years, the soundtrack of that era returns as well with multi-platinum country hitmakers Sawyer Brown headline a pre-race concert presented by Raymer Oil. The performance will be part of The Boys and Me Tour, firing up fans […]
1/8/2026, 7:12:34 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
SS Green Light Racing is proud to announce Mando Deodorant as an anchor partner for Josh Bilicki‘s NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series campaign in 2026. Mando will serve as the primary sponsor on Bilicki‘s No. 07 Chevrolet at numerous races during the 2026 season, beginning with the season opener at Daytona on Saturday, February 14th […]
1/8/2026, 6:40:09 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Freedom Racing Enterprises announced on Thursday that the team has parted ways with crew chief Mike Hillman, Jr. “Growth has been a core focus of our team since before we opened our doors. Mike Hillman, Jr. has been a part of that for the past two seasons. He became part of our family on and […]
1/8/2026, 6:31:06 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Stewart Friesen will return to the No. 52 Halmar Friesen Racing Toyota for the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season, Friesen confirmed in a Thursday interview on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Friesen, a four-time winner in the Truck Series, was injured in a July 2025 crash while racing a dirt modified in Quebec, Canada, fracturing his […]
1/8/2026, 4:04:39 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) has been named entitlement partner for the upcoming NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts race as part of the spring race weekend at Martinsville Speedway. The NFPA 250 will take place on Saturday, March 28, as part of the tripleheader race weekend at the famed short track. “Collaborating with an organization […]
1/8/2026, 3:09:17 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
TRICON Garage (TRICON) announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven-time Cup Series (NCS) champion Jimmie Johnson will return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS) for its inaugural race at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, California. The appearance will mark Johnson‘s first Truck Series appearance since 2008 and will be part of […]
1/8/2026, 3:03:07 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
DuraMAX, a national brand line of high-quality maintenance products, has been named the primary entitlement sponsor for the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) race scheduled for Sunday, March 1, at Circuit of The Americas (COTA). The multi-year agreement between RelaDyne, owner and distributor of DuraMAX products, and race promoter Speedway Motorsports will brand the event as […]
1/8/2026, 9:01:22 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Jimmie Johnson and Legacy Motor Club will utilize the Open Exemption Provisional to guarantee Johnson‘s spot as the 41st car in the 2026 Daytona 500, NASCAR officials confirmed Wednesday. Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and Hall of Famer, will drive the No. 84 Carvana Toyota in the 68th running of the “Great American […]
1/7/2026, 8:41:19 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
There‘s never been a “window” of opportunity like this. Race fans can grab a two-for-Tuesday offer of tickets at the box office and grandstand views of a NASCAR Cup Series test, both looking ahead to the July 19 Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Single-day tickets for the Window World 450 will go on […]
1/7/2026, 5:59:09 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Country musician Drake Milligan will get fans revved up for the Autotrader 400 with a pre-race concert at EchoPark Speedway on Sunday, Feb. 22. Milligan — an electrifying entertainer known for his unique twist of traditional Country — will perform live for fans before NASCAR‘s best hit the track for 400 miles of thrilling action. […]
1/7/2026, 2:10:21 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Justice, the leading fashion and lifestyle brand for tween girls, is excited to announce its newest collaboration with NASCAR, bringing the high-energy world of motorsports to tween fashion through an exclusive, sport-inspired apparel collection. This dynamic partnership blends Justice‘s vibrant, trend-driven aesthetic with NASCAR‘s iconic racing legacy, resulting in a bold collection that celebrates fandom, […]
1/7/2026, 8:44:21 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Jesse Love, the reigning 2025 NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series (Xfinity Series) Champion, will compete in the 2026 Chili Bowl Nationals driving a car owned by NASCAR Cup Series crew chief Blake Harris, fielded in competition by 2nd Opinion Auto Center Racing. The Chili Bowl Nationals, held annually at the indoor Tulsa Expo Square, is […]
1/6/2026, 5:34:57 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
By Dustin Albino Both Taylor Gray and William Sawalich will return to Joe Gibbs Racing for their sophomore seasons in the NASCAR O‘Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026, the team confirmed to Jayski. Gray, who won the penultimate race of the 2025 season at Martinsville Speedway, will pilot the No. 54 Toyota once again. Championship-winning […]
1/6/2026, 5:32:36 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
Hill Motorsports is excited to announce that Timmy Hill will return behind the wheel of the No. 56 Toyota Tundra in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Coble Enterprises will serve as the team’s primary sponsor, starting with the season opener at Daytona International Speedway on February 13. The current plan is to compete in 17 […]
1/6/2026, 2:34:38 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR today announced that Steve Phelps has made the personal decision to step away from the company and his role as Commissioner of America‘s top motorsport. Phelps, who joined NASCAR in 2005, will transition out of the company by the end of the month leaving a legacy of leadership and a strategic vision that delivered […]