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Ryan Newman Joins Ram’s Free Agent Program with Kaulig Racing at North Wilkesboro Truck Race

by Mike

Ryan Newman Joins Ram’s Free Agent Program with Kaulig Racing at North Wilkesboro Truck RaceNASCAR Veteran Drove a Dodge in 13 of 18 Cup Series Victories
Will Drive Kaulig Racing’s No. 25 Ram 1500 in July 18 Race

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. — Kaulig Racing and Ram announced today that 2008 Daytona 500 winner and 18-time NASCAR Cup Series victor Ryan Newman will drive the No. 25 Ram 1500 in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro (N.C.) Speedway on Saturday, July 18.

Newman, nicknamed “Rocket Man,” drove Dodge machinery to 13 of his 18 career Cup wins and earned 43 of his 51 career Cup poles in Dodges. He adds star power to Ram’s rotating-driver Free Agent Program as the manufacturer returns to NASCAR competition after a 13-year absence.

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NASCAR and American Racer Are Working Together To Address The Moving Target That Is Modified Tour Tires

by Mike
NASCAR and American Racer are working together to address the moving target that is Modified Tour tires
Photo: Adam Glanzman/NASCAR

Anybody who might be tire’d of the talk of the town on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour in 2026 should brace for more as the season progresses.

And that’s a good thing.

The introduction of American Racer as the Tour’s official tire supplier this season has brought a mixed bag of feedback through six of the 16 scheduled races. Some teams have thrived on the tires while others have expressed frustration. Jon McKennedy, the 2022 series champion and a two-time race winner this year, put it simply: “Some guys like them, and some guys don’t.”

By Tadd Haislop, NASCAR.com

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NASCAR Studios and Words + Pictures Hit Docuseries “RISING” Returns for Season 2, Streaming Exclusively on Xumo Play

by Mike

New Season Follows Dynamic Young Stars Including Carson Hocevar, Connor Zilisch and Brenden “Butterbean” Queen

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 23, 2026) – NASCAR Studios, in partnership with Emmy® Award-winning studio Words + Pictures, today announced that Season 2 of its acclaimed documentary series RISING will stream exclusively on Xumo Play, continuing an inside look at the sport’s next generation of stars as they navigate the pressure, promise and unpredictability of professional stock car racing.

Under the agreement, Xumo Play, a free ad-supported TV (FAST) service available across all major streaming platforms that offers hundreds of channels and thousands of on-demand titles, will serve as the exclusive streaming home of RISING Season 2 for six months following the release of the final installment. Episodes will also be published on NASCAR’s YouTube channel 14 days after their original air date on Xumo Play.

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AJ Allmendinger to Make 500th NASCAR Cup Series Start On Sunday at Sonoma Raceway in Front of Home State Fans

by Mike

SONOMA, Calif. —  A week after posting a season’s best fifth-place finish at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, Kaulig Racing driver AJ Allmendinger will celebrate his 500th NASCAR Cup Series start Sunday at Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway.

“Reaching 500 Cup Series starts is something I never could have imagined when I first got behind the wheel,” said Allmendinger, driver of the No. 16 NASCAR Cup Series entry. “To do it at Sonoma, in my home state of California, with the men and women at Kaulig Racing makes it even more special. I’ve been fortunate to race for great teams, work alongside incredible people and enjoy the support of amazing fans throughout my career.

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How Did Talladega Treat The Northeastern Drivers Last Weekend?

by Lou Modestino

Talladega SuperspeedwayCarson Hocevar won the Cup Race at Talladega.  Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT finished 18th  while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT had another bad day with a 39th place finish.

In the O’Reily Series it was Corey Day who went to Victory Lane.  Patrick Emerling, of LI, NY was 16th with Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT ending up 31st.

A Menard ARCA race was also on the weekend card with Andy Jankowiak of Buffalo, NY winning that one.  Gio Ruggiero of Seekonk, MA came in fifth.

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Subaru Of America Announces 2026 Subiefest Event Series Across Six States, Including Two Updated Venues

by Mike
SUBARU OF AMERICA ANNOUNCES 2026 SUBIEFEST EVENT SERIES ACROSS SIX STATES, INCLUDING TWO UPDATED VENUES
Subaru of America, Inc. announced its return as the title sponsor of Subiefest events, Wicked Big Meet, and Boxerfest – the annual enthusiast event series that brings together and celebrates Subaru fans at six venues across the country. 

CAMDEN, N.J., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today announced its return as the title sponsor of Subiefest events, Wicked Big Meet, and Boxerfest – the annual enthusiast event series that brings together and celebrates Subaru fans at six venues across the country. This year’s events are expected to draw a wide range of attendees, from families and first-time attendees to dedicated automotive enthusiasts across six states, featuring new venues in Bradenton, Florida, and Ennis, Texas.

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High Limit 410 Sprints Set To Open Levan Machine & Truck Equipment Thunder Series At Grandview Speedway, Tuesday, May 19

by Mike

HIGH LIMIT 410 SPRINTS SET TO OPEN LEVAN MACHINE & TRUCK EQUIPMENT THUNDER SERIES AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY, TUESDAY, MAY 19ADVANCE TICKETS ON SALE AT HIGHLIMITRACING.COMBECHTELSVILLE, PA    May 3, 2026 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday night, May 19 the Levan Machine & Truck Equipment Thunder on the Hill Racing Series will open at the Grandview Speedway when  Levan Machine & Truck Equipment and RICH MAR Florist present the fourth visit of the Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing Roto-Rooter Midweek 410 Sprint Series.   The roster of talent is impressive with expected entries Ryan Timms, Tyler Courtney, Kyle  Larson,  Tanner Thorson, Aaron Reutzel, Brent Marks, Kasey Kahne and defending High Limit Champion Rico Abreu.    Local PA Posse talent will be in chase of the $20,000 first place prize and in addition, Alpine Building Supply added a $2,000 bonus if a PA driver tops the High Limit stars to win the 35 lap Hodnett Cup.

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Race Of Champions Modified Returns To Shangri-La II Speedway With “Night Before The Glen – Rod Spalding Classic” Saturday, May 9

by Mike

RACE OF CHAMPIONS MODIFIED RETURNS TO SHANGRI-LA II SPEEDWAY WITH “NIGHT BEFORE THE GLEN – ROD SPALDING CLASSIC” SATURDAY, MAY 9 - Race of Chanpions Super Stock Series set to Open Season at Shangri-La IIOwego, NY (May 1, 2026) – The Race of Champions Modified Series will run one of its most traditional events earlier than usual this season when it returns to Shangri-La II Speedway on Saturday, May 9.

The “Night Before The Glen – Rod Spalding Classic” will feature a 75-lap event for the Race of Champions Modified Series at the fast, concrete-surfaced facility located near Owego, NY.

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