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IMSA Insider: McLaren Has “Strong Desire” to Expand IMSA Presence into GTP

by MikeFebruary 11, 2026

Zak Brown Provides Series of Updates Ahead of Rolex 24 At Daytona

By Tony DiZinno

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – In a media roundtable in advance of the 64th Rolex 24 At Daytona, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown joined McLaren Hypercar Team Principal James Barclay and Brown’s co-owner of United Autosports, Richard Dean, to reiterate McLaren’s interest in joining the Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) class in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

Brown has consistently noted since the formal launch of the McLaren top-level prototype program, its desire to join IMSA and only affirmed that last week.

“Let’s get WEC (FIA World Endurance Championship) up and running first, and our desire to be in IMSA is very high,” Brown told reporters.

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FloSports to Simulcast 16 FloRacing Events on NASCAR Channel

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

NASCAR Channel to Showcase FloRacing Coverage and Broadcast Teams Further Expanding Reach of Grassroots Racing

Schedule Includes Events from World Series of Asphalt, ARCA Menards Series East & West, High Limit Racing, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, American Flat Track, Virginia Triple Crown, Fall Brawl at Hickory, Snowball Derby

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. & AUSTIN, Tx. (February 5, 2026) – NASCAR and FloSports today announced an expanded slate of racing events that will bring FloRacing coverage live throughout the 2026 season to the NASCAR Channel, further expanding the reach of short track racing across North America.

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BRUNT Workwear, Black Rifle Coffee Company and Niece Motorsports Team-Up to Power Travis Pastrana and Cleetus McFarland at NCTS Opener

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

Motorsports Legend and Dynamic YouTuber Deliver Crossover Star Power to the Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway

Charlotte, NC. (February 5, 2026) – BRUNT Workwear, the fastest-growing work boot and apparel company for trade workers in the U.S., and Black Rifle Coffee Company, a veteran-founded, mission-driven premium beverage company, will bring together motorsports icon Travis Pastrana and digital racing phenomenon Cleetus McFarland to race as teammates in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season-opening Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona International Speedway on February 13.

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Gio Ruggiero Returns to Joe Gibbs Racing in 2026; Making O’Reilly Debut at Daytona

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 5, 2026

Gio Ruggiero Returns to JGR in 2026; Making O’Reilly Debut at Daytona — Photo by Matt Marrie, TobyChristie.com

Lou Modestino sends us a report by Joseph Srigley of TobyChristie, that Gio Ruggiero, the defending NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Rookie of the Year (ROTY), will get the nod to compete in a pair of NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series events this season for Joe Gibbs Racing.

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Preece Rules the Madhouse as RFK Racing Sets the Tone for 2026

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Preece Claims First Career Cup Victory, Buescher 8th

CONCORD, NC (February 5, 2026) – It was worth the wait for Roush Fenway Keselowski (RFK) Racing. After a snow storm blanketed the Winston Salem, NC area January 30, forcing the postponement of the Cook Out Clash from Sunday to Wednesday, the three car RFK team came to Bowman Gray Stadium with a blizzard of its own. Ryan Preece scored his first career Cup Series victory while Chris Buescher and Corey LaJoie held nothing back.

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MLM Diagnostic Services Returns to Support Lee USA Speedway Crown Vic Division

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 5, 2026

Lee, NH — As the American-Canadian Tour (ACT) and Pro All Stars Series (PASS) organizations continue to prepare for the 2026 season at Lee USA Speedway, so too comes the first of many partnership announcements for the upcoming year. MLM Diagnostic Services of Hudson, New Hampshire has returned to New Hampshire’s Center of Speed to support the fan-favorite Crown Vic division!

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T.P. Trailers & Truck Equipment Returns As Major Sponsor For Grandview Speedway’s Modified & Sportsman Teams For 14th Season – Weekly Bonus Money To Feature Winners

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

BECHTELSVILLE, PA — T.P. Trailers and Truck Equipment is proud to support Grandview Speedway in their 64^th season as a major sponsor of the one-third-mile high banked clay raceway and race teams.

T.P. Trailers and Truck Equipment has been serving the Tri-State area for more than 55 years and feels that supporting the stock car racing industry, especially at the beloved Speedway, is a great way to share their business with current and future customers! Not only do employees and owners of T.P. enjoy Grandview, but it allows T.P. Trailers and Truck Equipment to have great exposure to the Speedway’s renowned fanbase.

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Championship Caliber Entry List Announced for ASA Super Late Model Clyde Hart Memorial

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

(New Smyrna, FL) – A deep and highly competitive field is set for the Sig Sauer Academy Clyde Hart Memorial presented by Appalachian Sucker Punch, as officials have released the latest entry list for the 200-lap Super Late Model event at New Smyrna Speedway. With 32 cars entered as of Tuesday afternoon, the annual World Series of Asphalt showcase once again draws elite short track talent from across North America.

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INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer’s historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The event will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets, taking place August 21-23 in celebration of America’s 250^th birthday.

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Full Throttle To History: Fox Sports Races Into Record Books With Unparalleled 23rd Daytona 500 Broadcast On Fox

by MikeFebruary 5, 2026

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – With the pedal down to history, FOX Sports takes the green flag for its record-breaking 23^rd Daytona 500 broadcast this month, the most by any television network in NASCAR history. In preparation for the milestone, FOX Sports unveils its broadcaster lineup for the 2026 Daytona 500, Daytona Speedweeks and FOX NASCAR season, its 26^th consecutive season of coverage, also a record for any network.

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