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NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway For Crucial Championship Tilt

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

After the race was postponed for two weeks due to Hurricane Helene‘s impact on the Appalachain Mountains, North Wilkesboro Speedway is set to host the penultimate event of the 2024 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season.

Last year saw NASCAR‘s oldest division visit North Wilkesboro for the first time in its long, prestigious history. A field of 38 cars showed up to take the green flag, with veteran Matt Hirschman bringing home the victory over the championship frontrunners in Ron Silk and Justin Bonsignore. (more…)

NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion Cole Custer To Be Special Guest On Next Tuesday’s WWE NXT

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

Cole Custer is coming to NXT.

WWE announced that NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion Cole Custer will be a special guest on the October 22nd episode of NXT. (more…)

Roto-Rooter to Return to JR Motorsports

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

Leading Plumbing Company to Partner with Multiple JRM Entries in 2025

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 16, 2024) – JR Motorsports announced today that Roto-Rooter, a leading innovator in the plumbing and drain cleaning industry, will return to the organization as primary partner for both Connor Zilisch and the No. 88 Chevrolet, and Carson Kvapil and the No. 1 Chevrolet for two races each during the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. In addition to their return to the NXS, Roto-Rooter will also be part of JRM’s heralded Late Model program as a full-season associate next year. (more…)

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the South Point 400

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (October 15, 2024) – Below is a look at some of the top statistical performers at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada, going into the South Point 400 on Sunday, October 20 at 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90) – the seventh race of the 10-race Playoffs and the first of the Round of 8. (more…)

Bubba Pollard Returns to Xfinity Series Competition, Joining Sam Hunt Racing at Martinsville

by MikeOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

SANY America, an industrial and commercial equipment manufacturer, will serve as the primary partner aboard the No. 26 GR Supra. (Rich Corbett Photo)

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (October 15, 2024) – Sam Hunt Racing (SHR) announces today that Andrew “Bubba” Pollard will make his second career NASCAR Xfinity Series start on Saturday, November 2, competing in the National Debt Relief 250 at Martinsville Speedway. SANY America will serve as the primary partner aboard the No. 26 GR Supra.

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24 Hours of Lemons Brings Zany Racing Action to New Hampshire Motor Speedway

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

The 24 Hours of Lemons Halloween Hooptiefest will make its annual stop in New England this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20, at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

LOUDON, N.H. – Lemons take over the 1.6-mile full road course at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20 for the 24 Hours of Lemons Halloween Hooptiefest, part of which, benefits the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCCNH). (more…)

Van Gisbergen ‘In Pain’ Over NASCAR Playoffs Miss

by MikeOctober 15, 2024

Shane van Gisbergen believes his short-lived playoffs run can ultimately be traced back to a DNF at Talladega Superspeedway.

In an article on SpeedCafe by Simon Chapman, Van Gisbergen wrecked at the famous high-banked oval with 20 laps to go, putting him below the cut-off line.

Expectations for the ROVAL race at Charlotte Motor Speedway were high given his road course prowess.

Van Gisbergen took pole position for the race and was the favourite to win. (more…)

Joe Gibbs Racing Announces Heartbreaking Death Of ARCA Team Member At Age 39

by MikeOctober 15, 2024

Joe Gibbs Racing has announced the untimely death of Andy “Doggie” Nelson, who was part of their ARCA Menards Series team and a respected member of the NASCAR community.

According to a report from ARCA Racing, Nelson passed away peacefully in his sleep at just 39 years old.

In a heartfelt statement, JGR expressed their sorrow at the loss of Nelson, describing him as a “beloved member” of their team and the larger NASCAR garage. (more…)

No. 48 Team ‘Cut It Too Close’ Before Roval Disqualification – Gordon

by MikeOctober 15, 2024

Hendrick Motorsports vice chairman Jeff Gordon says that the organization didn’t see anything they were comfortable enough to build an appeal around for Alex Bowman and the No. 48 team.

Bowman was disqualified from Sunday’s race at the Charlotte Roval because his Chevrolet was too light in post-race inspection. There have been no details from NASCAR or Hendrick Motorsports regarding how far out of tolerance the car was, or what caused it to be too light. After crossing the finish line 18th, Bowman was moved to last place in the finishing order and credited with one point for the event.

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Hailie Deegan Moving to Indy NXT for 2025 Racing Season

by MikeOctober 15, 2024

After making her way through the ranks of dirt racing and stock car racing, Hailie Deegan will shift her focus to open-wheel racing in 2025, competing in INDY NXT by Firestone with HMD Motorsports.

Deegan will drive the No. 38 entry for the full 14-race calendar of INDY NXT, the INDYCAR development series. Deegan, 23, becomes the fifth confirmed driver for HMD Motorsports, joining teammates Caio Collet, Josh Pierson, Tommy Smith and Bryce Aron and will join her teammates at the Chris Griffis Memorial Test on Friday, Oct. 18 on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. (more…)