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NASCAR Cup Stars Take In The Sights And Sounds Of Mexico City

by MikeFebruary 27, 2025

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.

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This Week in SMX Round 8

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 27, 2025

This Week in SMX Round 8 (more…)

Top NASCAR Stadiums For RV Tailgating

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025

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

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

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…)

Max Zachem Eyes First Stafford Victory at 53rd Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

(Stafford Springs, CT)—Stafford Speedway is set to kick off its 2025 racing season with the 53^rd “Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler® on April 26-27. Max Zachem teamed up with the Prestige Motorsports team owned by Doug DiPisa towards the end of the 2023 season and he is looking to build on his best Stafford finish of third from last season.

“We have run about a dozen or more races together since the end of 2023 with multiple top-10’s and a few top-5’s,” said Zachem. “Stafford, Waterford, Star, and Monadnock have all been great tracks for us and we all want to win badly. We have a great bunch of guys where everyone has their job and everyone works well together. We were able to jell together right out of the gate.”

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NASCAR Cup Series News & Notes – Circuit of The Americas

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025

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

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

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

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025

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…)

Quebec Champion Raphael Lessard Set to Tackle the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025

Two-time and defending Serie ACT Quebec champion is headed south in 2025 with Raphael Lessard set to take on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour with the iconic Larue Motorsports #48QC! (Mark A. Cote photo)

Barre, VT — After several weeks of speculation, Vallee-Jonction, Quebec’s Raphael Lessard has staked his claim on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour in 2025. Piloting the iconic Larue Motorsports #48QC, the two-time and defending Serie ACT Quebec champion is looking to be the first Canadian since 2008 to bring the fabled international championship back across the border! (more…)

Lime Rock Park & Country Carpenters Break Ground on New Beer Garden

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 26, 2025

LAKEVILLE, CONN. (25 February 2025)- Lime Rock Park has long been a place where tradition, beauty and speed converge. Now, the Connecticut track is set to add another piece to its legacy—one that brings craftsmanship and camaraderie together in a way only Lime Rock Park can.

Lime Rock Park is proud to announce a new partnership with Country Carpenters to bring a beautifully crafted beer garden to the historic racing venue. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new structure took place on February 25, with an official ribbon-cutting celebration planned for Memorial Day weekend during the Trans Am Memorial Day Classic (May 23-26). (more…)