All articles tagged with #auto racing
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NASCAR.com
JR Motorsports dominates the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series with three of the four Championship 4 spots, featuring young drivers like Connor Zilisch and Jesse Love, and veteran Justin Allgaier aiming to defend his title at Phoenix Raceway in the season finale.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Denny Hamlin secured his 60th career NASCAR victory and a spot in the championship race with an emotional win at Las Vegas, dedicating it to his ailing father. The race featured intense competition, strategic pit stops, and notable performances from other drivers, while also highlighting personal stories such as Tyler Reddick's son's health issues and Edwards' NASCAR debut. The upcoming race at Talladega will determine the final playoff contenders.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by arcaracing.com
Max Reaves secured the pole position in the ARCA Menards Series qualifying at Salem Speedway with a time of 17.301 seconds, followed closely by Lavar Scott and Brenden Queen.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NASCAR.com
Chase Briscoe won the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, successfully defending his title by holding off Tyler Reddick in the final laps, marking his second consecutive victory at this event.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by arcaracing.com
William Sawalich secured the pole position in the West Series qualifying at Portland International Raceway with a best time of 1:15.4, leading a field of drivers in a competitive qualifying session.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NASCAR.com
Humpy Wheeler, a visionary NASCAR promoter known for transforming Charlotte Motor Speedway with innovative pre-race shows and night racing, has died at age 86. His creative efforts helped elevate NASCAR's profile and set new standards for race track entertainment, earning him the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
Chris Raschke, a veteran land-speed driver, died in a crash while driving the Speed Demon 3 at nearly 300 mph at Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats, prompting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by arcaracing.com
The article lists the starting lineup for the LiUNA! 150 race at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, featuring drivers from various teams and sponsors, with Brenden Queen and Brent Crews starting in the first two positions.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by FOX Sports
Denny Hamlin remains at the top of the NASCAR power rankings after his recent win at Dover, showcasing consistent top finishes and strong performance as the Cup Series heads to Indianapolis. The rankings highlight drivers' recent performances, with Hamlin's victory solidifying his lead, while others like Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson also performed well.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NASCAR.com
The NASCAR Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover faces uncertainties due to rain washouts of practice and qualifying, leading to reliance on pre-race data and comparable tracks for analysis. Noah Gragson, starting from a deep position, is a strong value bet for a top-10 finish at +1200, based on his past performance and model projections, despite the unpredictable conditions and new tire compound.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NASCAR.com
The article commemorates Glen Wood's 100th birthday with a tour of the Wood Brothers Racing Museum in Virginia, showcasing memorabilia, historic photos, and the legacy of the iconic NASCAR team founded by Glen and Leonard Wood.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by arcaracing.com
William Sawalich won the General Tire 200 at Sonoma Raceway, finishing ahead of Christian Eckes and Alon Day, with a competitive race featuring 26 drivers and multiple laps completed.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NASCAR.com
Shane van Gisbergen won the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City, marking his first win of the 2025 season and second career victory, after a strategic race despite battling sickness.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by RACER
NASCAR has rescheduled its events in Mexico City due to flight delays affecting teams and drivers, shifting practice and qualifying sessions from Friday to Saturday, while keeping Sunday's race unchanged.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NBC Sports
Denny Hamlin will miss the NASCAR Cup race in Mexico City following the birth of his son, with Ryan Truex stepping in for him. Hamlin plans to return next weekend and is seeking a playoff waiver. This marks his first missed race since 2014, ending his streak of 406 consecutive starts.