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Harrison Burton To Drive No. 51 Morton Buildings Ford Mustang in NASCAR All-Star Race

by MikeMay 13, 2025

Harrison Burton To Drive No. 51 Morton Buildings Ford Mustang in NASCAR All-Star Race
Cody Ware To Drive No. 15 in All-Star Open Before Returning to No. 51 in Coca-Cola 600
Rick Ware Racing’s First Appearance in Annual NASCAR Cup Series Exhibition Race

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (May 12, 2025) – The 41st running of the NASCAR All-Star Race Sunday night at North Wilkesboro (N.C.) Speedway will see a first-time entrant.

Rick Ware Racing (RWR), which has competed in the NASCAR Cup Series since 2012, will be a part of the annual NASCAR Cup Series exhibition race for the first time. That is because Harrison Burton, who has a guaranteed starting spot in the All-Star Race via his Coke Zero Sugar 400 victory last August at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway, will drive the No. 51 Morton Buildings Ford Mustang Dark Horse for RWR.

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Logano, Garcia Join NC State Highway Patrol to Reveal New Ford Mustang Dark Horse Pace Cars, Preview NASCAR All-Star Race

by MikeApril 30, 2025April 30, 2025

Highlighting North Wilkesboro’s new partnership with Ford, officials unveiled the new Ford Mustang Dark Horse pace cars that will be showcased during All-Star Race Week, May 15-18
Race week packages, single-day tickets and camping to all NASCAR All-Star Race Week events are on sale at www.northwilkesborospeedway.com

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (April 29, 2025) — The stars are set to shine once again at historic North Wilkesboro Speedway as the 2025 NASCAR All-Star race returns May 15-18. With a newly condensed four-day schedule featuring zMAX CARS Tour racing, the Window World 250 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, live concerts, NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge and the fan-favorite NASCAR All-Star Race, the excitement is building for the biggest weeks in short-track racing.

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North Wilkesboro Honors Dale Earnhardt’s Legacy On His 74th Birthday, While Looking Ahead To NASCAR All-Star Race Week

by MikeApril 29, 2025

On what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 74th birthday, North Wilkesboro Speedway honors his legacy as a five-time winner ahead of an action-packed All-Star Race Week, May 15-18
NASCAR All-Star Race Week packages, single-day tickets and camping to all NASCAR All-Star Race Week events are on sale

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (April 29, 2025) – Today, on what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 74th birthday, North Wilkesboro Speedway is reminded of the legendary driver’s enduring connection to the track. Long before its modern-day revival, Earnhardt’s five victories at this iconic short track cemented his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats. With anticipation building for the upcoming NASCAR All-Star Race week, May 15-18, fans can relive Earnhardt’s unforgettable moments at North Wilkesboro and experience the same thrilling atmosphere that once served as the backdrop for some of his most iconic wins.

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NASCAR, North Wilkesboro Speedway Announce 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race Format

by MikeApril 23, 2025

Manufacturer Showdown, Promoter’s Caution, Extended Race, New Pit Crew Challenge Eligibility Among Fresh Format Elements

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 23, 2024) – NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports today announced details for the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race to be held on Sunday, May 18, for the third consecutive year at iconic North Wilkesboro Speedway. This season’s format will again feature two heat races to set the All-Star Race starting lineup and a 100-lap All-Star Open, plus an extended 250-lap main event. In addition to a longer All-Star Race, several new aspects will debut including a Manufacturer Showdown, a Promoter’s Caution, modifications to Open qualifying, and Pit Crew Challenge eligibility. All eyes will be on the stars of the sport as they take on these new elements at the historic .625-mile track in the annual exhibition.

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TRICON UNVEILS 2025 “ALL-STAR” TRUCK LINEUP

by MikeJanuary 6, 2025

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (January 6, 2025) – TRICON Garage (TRICON) has revealed its lineup for the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for the upcoming NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS) season. The team will compete in all 25 NCTS events, featuring a rotating cast of drivers including Brent Crews, Brandon Jones, William Sawalich and Lawless Alan. (more…)

Even More Star Power Added to the SpeedTour All-Star Race

by MikeJuly 15, 2024July 15, 2024

CHARLOTTE (July 15, 2024) – With just days until the green flag waves for the SpeedTour All-Star Race at Lime Rock Park, even more celebrities have been added to an already star-studded lineup. Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) has confirmed modified and NASCAR legend Geoff Bodine as the Grand Marshal for the event, while two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Al Unser Jr. will serve as the color commentator for the national TV broadcast that will air live on MAVTV and the SpeedTour TV YouTube Channel. In addition, Hailie Deegan has been confirmed to drive in the race, partnering with All-Star driver Ken Schrader in a Team SLR-M1 Racecars entry. (more…)

Trans Am Pros, Additional All Stars Confirmed for SpeedTour All-Star Race at Lime Rock Park

by MikeJuly 5, 2024

CHARLOTTE (July 3, 2024) – Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) and Lime Rock Park have confirmed that four additional drivers will join the star-studded SpeedTour All-Star Race, July 19-20. An unprecedented gathering of motorsports icons, the weekend will not only feature 19 pairings of racing legends with today’s Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli stars, but it will also celebrate the first IROC event in more than 20 years, as several original IROC competitors reunite with cars raced in the iconic series. (more…)

Fireworks Erupt at the NASCAR All-Star Race

by Chuck AbramsMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

Kyle Larson set a speed record as a rookie at Indy and put himself onto the front two rows on the starting grid before flying back to finish 4^th in the All-Star race.

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Joey Logano Dominates Fiery NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro

by WebmasterMay 20, 2024

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C.—It was a study in domination and impeccable strategy.

Leading a NASCAR All-Star Race record 199 of 200 laps, pole winner Joey Logano kept Denny Hamlin and peripatetic Kyle Larson at bay on Sunday night in winning the 40^th running of the event and collecting the $1-million top prize.

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Freshly-Paved North Wilkesboro Speedway Sets the Stage for NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Weekend

by MikeMay 16, 2024

NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports announced details for the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race to be held on Sunday, May 19, for the second consecutive year at the newly paved North Wilkesboro Speedway. While the simplified format will return this season – featuring two heat races to set the All-Star Race starting lineup, a 100-lap All-Star Open, and a 200-lap main event – several new features will debut including a tire strategy element, a new Qualifying / Pit Crew Challenge format and pitting requirements. The spotlight will be on the stars of the sport as they take on these new challenges at the historic .625-mile track in the annual exhibition event for the grand prize of $1 million.

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