AUSTIN, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) — Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch today announced he will return to Five Flags Speedway to compete in the 58th annual Snowball Derby, Dec. 4–7 streamed exclusively on FloRacing. This marks Busch’s third appearance on FloRacing this year following races at Chili Bowl Nationals and the Tulsa Shootout.
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NASCAR Announces 2026 Season Start Times and Networks for All National Series
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 12, 2025) – NASCAR today released official start times and networks for the 2026 season for its three national series.
Collars & Co. Welcomes Racing Legend Jimmie Johnson as Brand Ambassador, Becomes Official Apparel Partner of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB
Bethesda, MD – [November 12, 2025] — Collars & Co., the Shark Tank-backed menswear brand redefining men’s apparel, today announced NASCAR icon Jimmie Johnson as its newest brand ambassador. Known for his record-tying seven NASCAR Cup Series championships and enduring commitment to performance and precision, Johnson embodies the Collars & Co. ethos: elevated style that moves with you.
Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour Official Release 2026 Schedule of Events
Barre, VT — After several weeks of planning, Officials with the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour announced today the 2026 Schedule of Events for North America’s most historic Late Model touring series with 14 point-counting events on a fifteen-stop schedule. Along with the $60,000+ Milton CAT point fund and $20,000 champion’s share on the line, the 2026 schedule begins with ten stops at ten different facilities and features traditional marquee events for the international stars as well as several exciting changes to shake up the season!
Gary Putnam Named NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Series Director
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 10, 2025) – NASCAR announced today that Gary Putnam has been named the new Series Director for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, becoming the fifth person to hold the position in the Tour’s storied history. Putnam succeeds Jimmy Wilson, who has overseen the series since 2013. Earlier this year, Wilson accepted the role of Sr. Technical Director of NASCAR Regional.
Putnam joins an esteemed line of Series Directors that includes Jerry Cook (1985–1992), Ed Cox (1993–2007), Chad Little (2008–2012), and Jimmy Wilson (2013–2025). His appointment marks a new chapter for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour as it enters its 41st season in 2026.
Ryan Ellis Joins Young’s Motorsports for 2026 O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Season
MOORESVILLE, N.C.: Young’s Motorsports confirmed today that Ashburn, Va., native Ryan Ellis will join the team for the full 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season, beginning with the United Rentals 300 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Ellis joins the family-owned organization under a multi-year agreement, with 2026 marking his third full-time season in the newly rebranded series. He looks to build on his experience of 164 career series starts to date.
Race of Champions Management Negotiating New 2026 Plans; Adjusts Holland Speedway Date
Elma, N.Y. – (November 7, 2025) – Race fans and competitors can continue to fill their calendars with key dates for the 2026 racing season, as Race of Champions management releases additional “save-the-date” announcements for upcoming “Family of Series” events.
Race of Champions management is actively finalizing several traditional events while negotiating the addition of new ones for the 2026 season.
The 2026 dates for Holland (N.Y.) Speedway were originally announced in late August at the track’s season-closing event. Holland will host Race of Champions events on Saturday, June 6, and Saturday, August 29.
Interstate Batteries Provides ‘Motorsports Therapy’ to Veterans in Partnership with Semper Fi & America’s Fund
A Staunch Supporter of Semper Fi & America’s Fund, Interstate Batteries Uses its Longstanding NASCAR Cup Series Program To Help Service Member Veterans Dealing With PTS
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Nov. 7, 2025) – A roaring exhaust note that pierces eardrums. Engine vibrations felt throughout the body. The unmistakable scent of burning rubber. The high-pitched squeal of tires struggling to maintain grip as asphalt gets eaten up in a blur.
For NASCAR Cup Series drivers, these sensations describe a typical Sunday. For veterans dealing with post-traumatic stress (PTS), it’s motorsports therapy.
Viking Motorsports Names New Driver And Crew Chief
Parker Retzlaff will drive the Viking Motorsports No. 99 Chevrolet with Danny Efland as the crew chief
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (November 7, 2025) – Viking Motorsports announced today that Parker Retzlaff will take the wheel of the No. 99 Chevrolet for the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season. Alongside this exciting change, the team also welcomes Danny Efland as crew chief, marking a new chapter in the organization’s relentless pursuit of excellence and competitive growth.
Trackhouse Gears Up for 2026 Season
Concord, North Carolina – Trackhouse Racing announced today personnel changes and car number adjustments for the winning three car organization.
Ross Chastain will continue to pilot the No. 1 Chevrolet as he has done since 2022. Brandon McSwain joins Trackhouse Racing from Hendrick Motorsports to lead Chastain and the No. 1 team. McSwain spent the past several seasons as race engineer at JR Motorsports and Hendrick Motorsports. Most recently, he served as lead race engineer for William Byron and the No. 24 team. Chastain’s crew chief for the past five seasons, Phil Surgen, has moved to another role within the organization.