KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (June 21, 2023) – One of the most coveted seats in the NASCAR Cup Series has been filled. Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) has named Josh Berry the driver of its No. 4 Ford Mustang in the NASCAR Cup Series beginning with the 2024 season. He will replace the retiring Kevin Harvick, whose 23-year Cup Series career will come to an end following the season finale Nov. 5 at Phoenix Raceway.
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Richard Childress Racing Fan Day to Kick Off Martinsville Race Weekend This October
WELCOME, N.C. (June 16, 2023) – Race fans are encouraged to make a “pit stop” to Richard Childress Racing’s campus in Welcome, North Carolina prior to this Fall’s NASCAR race weekend at Martinsville Speedway for the race team’s 2023 RCR Fan Day celebration.
Read MoreFrankie Muniz and Rette Jones Racing Head to Charlotte Ready to Retake ARCA Points Lead
CONCORD, N.C.: Make no mistake about it, Frankie Muniz has even surprised himself as a rookie in the ARCA Menards Series this season. The driver of the No. 30 Rette Jones Racing Ford Mustang has busted out three top-10 finishes in the first four races of the season – consistency that propelled him into the ARCA Menards Series points lead following the race at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway in April.
Read MoreNASCAR Shifts Charlotte Xfinity Series Race Start Time to Noon ET
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 25, 2023) – NASCAR today announced that the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 27, will now start at noon ET – advancing one hour from the original 1 p.m. ET start time – due to the forecasted inclement weather. The broadcast networks for the Alsco Uniforms 300 remain unchanged – FS1, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Read MoreNASCAR Cup Series News & Notes – Charlotte Motor Speedway
As it has each year for nearly a decade, the NASCAR community will come together to formally honor and recognize the United States Armed Forces during Military Appreciation Month through the annual NASCAR Salutes Together with Coca-Cola program. This marks the ninth season of NASCAR Salutes Together with Coca-Cola celebrating the service and sacrifice of U.S. military members and their families through a multitude of at track integrations, original content features and fan engagement opportunities.
Read MoreNASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Charlotte Motor Speedway
After pulling away from the field on an overtime restart, Kyle Larson became the first driver to win a NASCAR-sanctioned race at revitalized North Wilkesboro in 27 years and the third different winner in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series at the legendary track; joining Mike Bliss (1995) and Mark Martin (1996).
Read MoreKyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Raises $1.7 Million for Victory Junction
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 23, 2023 – The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America today announced it raised more than $1.7 million after completing its 27th Anniversary Ride, which took place April 29 – May 5, 2023. Funds raised directly benefit Victory Junction – a camp in Randleman, North Carolina servicing children with chronic medical illnesses. The Ride’s donation supports summer camperships, building projects and maintenance programs – including upkeep of the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Water Park.
Read MoreFilterTime™ and Kenny Wallace Team Up For CARS Tour Showdown at Tri-County Speedway
GRANITE FALLS, N.C.: FilterTime™, a leader in air filter subscription service officially confirmed today their partnership with Motorsports sensation Kenny Wallace in the upcoming Solid Rock Carriers CARS Tour race at Tri-County (N.C.) Speedway on Saturday, May 27, 2023.
Read MoreBack To Its Roots: NASCAR Celebrates 75th Anniversary With All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro
To help celebrate the 75th anniversary of NASCAR, the sport is going back to its roots at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Deemed as the ‘Field of Dreams of Racing,’ this will be the first time the NASCAR Cup Series has returned to North Wilkesboro Speedway since 1996. It will also be first time, the NASCAR All-Star race and the All-Star Open will take place at 0.625-mile paved oval located just five miles outside North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
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Double Down: Christian Eckes tames Darlington with double overtime victory Leading a race-high 82 laps, McAnally-Hilgemann Racing’s Christian Eckes survived some late race overtime chaos to take the win in Darlington Raceway last weekend. Eckes was able to hold off several drivers, including polesitter Corey Heim, Cup Series regular William Byron, and Stewart Friesen to take the win.
Read MoreRichard Petty Named Grand Marshal of NASCAR All-Star Hauler Parade in Wilkes County
Wilkes County, North Carolina – The Wilkes County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that Richard Petty, NASCAR Hall of Famer and racing legend, will serve as the Grand Marshal for the NASCAR All-Star Hauler Parade, sponsored by Central Logistics, Inc., in Wilkes County on May 18, 2023.
Read MoreFront Row Motorsports Sets Date and Driver Autograph Times for Boot Barn Fan Day
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (May 10, 2023) – Front Row Motorsports (FRM) will host Boot Barn Fan Day at its race shop in Mooresville, North Carolina on Thursday, May 25. Activities will begin at 10:00 a.m. and run through 4:00 p.m. Daytona 500 champion Michael McDowell, 2022 NASCAR Craftsman Series champion Zane Smith, and two-time NASCAR K&N Pro Series West champion Todd Gilliland will all sign autographs for fans from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Read MoreHistoric Downtown Wilkesboro, NC – Fan Fest, May 18, 2023
The Town of Wilkesboro is pleased to announce “Fan Fest in The Boros” on Thursday, May 18th from 4–10 pm, featuring the NASCAR All-Star Race Hauler Parade sponsored by Central Logistics, Inc., NASCAR industry interviews, live music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, & more!
Read MoreFan Fest and Hauler Parade Headline NASCAR’s Return to Wilkes County
Wilkes County, North Carolina – NASCAR fans, get ready for an exciting event coming your way! The NASCAR Hauler Parade, sponsored by Central Logistics, Inc., is set to roll through Wilkes County on Thursday, May 18th, 2023, from 4 – 10 p.m. as part of the highly anticipated NASCAR All-Star Week.
Read MoreASA STARS National Tour Race at Hickory Motor Speedway To Be May 25
Macon, IL (December 21, 2022) – The lone date missing from the 2023 ASA STARS National Tour is no longer a mystery. Series officials announced today that Thursday, May 25 will be the race date for the national pavement Super Late Model series event at the Hickory Motor Speedway in North Carolina. The midweek race serves as a precursor to festivities of a big NASCAR race week in North Carolina at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, which is located 53 miles southeast of the short track in Hickory, NC.
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