by Nick Geddes, ON3
Dodge is eyeing a return to the NASCAR Truck Series as soon as the 2026 season and according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, another manufacturer could also be on the way in the future. (more…)
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NASCAR Cup Stars Take In The Sights And Sounds Of Mexico City
By Holly Cain, NASCAR Wire Service
MEXICO CITY — This is not the pina colada Cancun of your cruise ships, but a vibrant, sprawling, city center full of busy international vibes; welcoming and interesting. Smiling friendly people with places to be.
Beautiful snow-covered mountain peaks loom over Mexico City. Small, colorful taco stands decorate every corner, busy with lunch regulars. The sidewalks are filled with people and the traffic lanes are filled with mopeds and cars, door-to-door, bumper-to-bumper. Car horns and dog barks fill the air. It is a full sensory experience.
And the first big billboard rising out of the Mexico City airport? It advertises Chevrolets.
Top NASCAR Stadiums For RV Tailgating
by Melissa Popp, RVTrader.Com
RV tailgating has become a time-honored tradition at NASCAR races. Some stadiums even offer incredible infield camping, full RV hookups, and legendary fan gatherings that rival the race itself. Whether looking for a high-energy party atmosphere or a family-friendly weekend getaway, certain tracks stand out as must-visit destinations for RVers.
Wonder which NASCAR stadiums top the pole position for RV tailgating? You’re about to find out the top five. We’ll highlight the best camping options, amenities, and insider tips to help you make the most of your next race weekend. And, if you’re searching for the perfect RV to take your NASCAR tailgating experience to the next level, well … you know where to go.)
So, let’s fire up the grill, crack open a cold drink, and dive into the best NASCAR tracks for RV tailgating. (more…)
Four Loko Backs Ryan Ellis at Bristol with a New CAMO Flavor
Lake Wales, Fla., (February 25th, 2025) – DGM Racing and Ryan Ellis are proud to announce that Four Loko will be the primary sponsor of Ellis’ No. 71 Chevrolet Camaro at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 12th. The partnership celebrates the launch of Four Loko’s newest flavor: Four Loko CAMO, which debuted earlier this year, building on Four Loko’s legacy of innovation and dominance by continuing to drive culture forward and delivering top-selling products that redefine the flavored malt beverage (FMB) market. (more…)
NASCAR Cup Series News & Notes – Circuit of The Americas
NASCAR Cup Series
Next Race: EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix
The Place: Circuit of The Americas
Track Length: 2.40 Mile Asphalt Road Course
The Date: Sunday, March 2
The Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
The Purse: $11,055,250
TV: FOX, 2:30 p.m. ET
Radio: PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90)
Distance: 228.0 miles (95 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 20),
Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 45), Final Stage (Ends on Lap 95) (more…)
NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes – Circuit of The Americas
NASCAR Xfinity Series
Next Race: Focused Health 250
The Place: Circuit of The Americas
Track Length: 2.40 Mile Asphalt Road Course
The Date: Saturday, March 1
The Time: 2:30 p.m. ET
The Purse: $1,651,939
TV: CW, 2 p.m. ET
Radio: PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90)
Distance: 156.0 miles (65 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 20),
Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 40), Final Stage (Ends on Lap 65) (more…)
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Off Week, Las Vegas Next Week
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (Off Week)
Next Race: Ecosave 200
The Place: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Track Length: 1.5 Mile Asphalt Oval
The Date: Friday, March 14
The Time: 9 p.m. ET
TV: FS1, 9 p.m. ET
Radio: NRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90)
Distance: 201.0 miles (134 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 30),
Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 60), Final Stage (Ends on Lap 134) (more…)
Second Driver Named Austin Hill Announces Limited NASCAR Xfinity Series Schedule
by Steve Samra, On3.Com
There might be some confusion in the Xfinity Series at a couple dates this season, as there will be two drivers named Austin Hill competing at three race.
Of course, Austin Hill of Richard Childress Racing has been a mainstay in the Xfinity Series over the past couple of seasons, elevating to become one of the top wheelmen on the circuit. He won last weekend’s race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, bringing the 30-year old’s total to 11 career victories.
Life In The Pits : Vidalia’s Nate McBride Finds Happiness and a Home in NASCAR
by Frank Sulkowski, WJCL.Com
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — When one door closed, another much different one opened for Nate McBride.
“I don’t know what God has in store for me, but I will trust in his process,” said McBride in a 2021 post on social media.
It was in that January 2021 posting that the former Vidalia High School and University of Georgia standout announced his football playing days were done.
While playing for the Bulldogs was a dream come true, what came next was never on his radar.
“It was an uncertain thing and I wasn’t sure if I wanted to do it,” said McBride.
It was working on a NASCAR pit crew. (more…)
Zilisch Set for COTA Cup Debut; Sights on Youngest Cup Winner Record
by Toby Christie, SI RacingAmerica
At just 18 years old, Connor Zilisch is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut this weekend in the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. Trackhouse Racing’s young phenom racer, who won in his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut a season ago, says he feels more confident in driving the NASCAR Cup Series car than he did the Xfinity car.
“Honestly, I feel like the cup car is more like what I’m used to,” Zilisch said in a Tuesday media availability. “You know, racing, sports cars, I’ve run a sequential gearbox in a TA car, and MX5 Cup car. You know, I think the build of the car is a lot more like I’m used to. It’s a stiffer platform, it’s an independent rear suspension. Everything is more like [what] I’m used to racing sports cars.” (more…)