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Substitute Driver Matthew Brabham Wins at Road Atlanta in TA Race of Attrition

by MikeMarch 24, 2025

Tracy Wins in XGT and Finishes Fifth Overall, Carlson Takes SGT, Coffey Victorious in GT, Rob Dickey Wins GT1 in Trans Am Debut

BRASELTON, Ga. (March 22, 2025) ― Matthew Brabham was called to action by Chris Dyson to race the No. 16 GYM WEED Ford Mustang in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli Mission Foods Road Atlanta SpeedTour, and the Australian driver was up to the task. After starting second, Brabham had incredible speed and avoided the issues that plagued Brent Crews, Paul Menard and others to take the checkered flag in the TA class for the first time since 2023.

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NASCAR Cup Series Driver Approval Process Debate: ‘I think it’s broken’

by MikeMarch 17, 2025

Bob Pockrass, the Fox Motorsports Insider, posted an article about NASCAR Cup Series driver approval process…

LAS VEGAS — When commenting on the NASCAR approval process over the last week, almost every driver added a caveat: It’s not about Katherine Legge.

They said it out of respect for Legge’s lengthy career and racing resume. Those advocating for change after Legge’s two-spin Cup debut at Phoenix a week ago were advocating for it out of respect for their quest to be NASCAR Cup Series champions.

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Bill McAnally Racing Announces 2025 ARCA West Driver Lineup

by MikeMarch 6, 2025

Declan Wayman of TobyChristie reports that Bill McAnally Racing has announced the driver lineup for the No. 19 Chevrolet SS for the remainder of the 2025 ARCA Menards Series West season. Jake Bollman will drive at all the remaining oval races, while current NASCAR Xfinity Series rookie Christian Eckes will take the wheel at two road courses.

Bollman’s schedule will consist of nine races at Phoenix Raceway (March 7), Tuscon Speedway (April 5), Colorado National Speedway (May 24), the second trip to Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway (June 14), Tri-City Speedway (August 9), All American Speedway (September 13), Madera Speedway (September 27), The Bullring at Las Vegas (October 10), and capping hit off in the season-finale at Phoenix Raceway (November 1). (more…)

Dreams Came True for World of Outlaws Driver David Gravel

by Lou ModestinoMarch 4, 2025

The dream finally came true for David Gravel in 2024 as he captured a World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car championship. But he’s not done. He wants to cement his legacy among the best. (more…)

Second Driver Named Austin Hill Announces Limited NASCAR Xfinity Series Schedule

by MikeFebruary 26, 2025

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.

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Acceptance Insurance to Sponsor Trackhouse Driver Ross Chastain in Five Xfinity Series Races at JR Motorsports in 2025

by MikeFebruary 25, 2025February 25, 2025

Acceptance Will Also Serve as an Associate on Chastain’s No. 1 Cup Series Chevrolet

Concord, North Carolina – Acceptance Insurance will serve as the primary sponsor on Ross Chastain’s No. 9 Chevrolet at JR Motorsports (JRM) for five NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) races in 2025, and its logos will adorn Chastain’s No. 1 Trackhouse Chevrolet as an associate sponsor for the remainder of the NASCAR Cup Series season. (more…)

23XI Welcomes Corey Heim as Development Driver

by MikeFebruary 24, 2025

Heim Set to Compete in Multiple Cup Series Races with 23XI and Xfinity Series Races with Sam Hunt Racing

Atlanta, Ga. (Feb. 23, 2025) – 23XI Racing announced today that Corey Heim has signed a multi-year deal to join the team as 23XI’s first development driver. The 22-year-old, who will continue as part of the Toyota Driver Development Program (TD2), will also race in multiple events throughout the season in the NASCAR Cup Series and the Xfinity Series. A 12-time winner in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and winner of the season-opening event at Daytona, Heim will also continue to serve as 23XI’s reserve driver.

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Former NASCAR Driver Gets Pardon From Donald Trump

by MikeFebruary 21, 2025

By Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.com

A former NASCAR driver and his son were among those pardoned by President Donald Trump earlier this year for their involvement in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Tighe Scott, 75, who is a native of Pen Argyl, and his son Jarrett Scott, 48, were taken into custody along with two other Pennsylvania men last June, ABC News reported. The site said they faced two felonies each “as well as multiple misdemeanor offenses” after prosecutors say they were involved in assaults at the Capitol.

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Kulwicki Driver Development Program Announces Semifinalists (Including New Englanders)

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 21, 2025February 21, 2025

CONCORD, North Carolina (February 20, 2025) – Thirteen semifinalists from 11 states from coast-to-coast have been selected from the 46 young short-track drivers who applied to this year’s Kulwicki Driver Development Program. (more…)

Hettinger Racing Enters NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Season Opener at Daytona With Driver Mason Maggio

by MikeFebruary 12, 2025

20-Year-Old Racer To Drive No. 4 Tantillo Auto Group Chevrolet Silverado

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 12, 2025) – Hettinger Racing has entered the season-opening NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway with driver Mason Maggio.

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