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NASCAR, ARCA and NBC Sports Announce 2021 Grassroots Racing Coverage

by MikeFebruary 5, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2021) – NASCAR, ARCA and NBC Sports announced today broadcast coverage for the 2021 slate of grassroots races across TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold and NBCSN, including events in the ARCA Menards Series East and West, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour and the World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing.

All races from the ARCA Menards Series East and West, and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will air live on TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold. NBCSN will air tape-delayed coverage of every race from the three series –except those that are combined ARCA Menards Series events – for a total of 27 race broadcasts. (more…)

NASCAR Pinty’s Series Returns with Full Schedule for 2021

by MikeFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Following an abbreviated six-race season under the “Pinty’s Fan Cave Challenge” banner the NASCAR Pinty’s Series will run a full slate of events and once again crown a season-long champion in 2021.

The return to a full schedule features 12 races at 8 tracks culminating with the championship race at Jukasa Motor Speedway on Saturday, Sept. 25. Jukasa has hosted the season finale every year since its return to the schedule in 2017. (more…)

Clean Harbors and Aqua ChemPacs Partner with Thad Moffitt for His 2021 ARCA Menards Series Season

by MikeFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 2021

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 3, 2021)—David Gilliland Racing (DGR) announced today that Clean Harbors and the CleanPacs brand by Aqua ChemPacs will be the primary partners of Thad Moffitt’s No. 46 Ford Fusion in the ARCA Menards Series in 2021. The pair will team-up for the season opener at the Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on February 13 with Clean Harbors adorning the hood and CleanPacs on the quarter panels of the No. 46 Ford Fusion. (more…)

eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series Returns for 12th Season On February 8

by MikeFebruary 4, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2020) – NASCAR and iRacing today announced the longest-running officially sanctioned esports racing series will return for its 12th season with an increased championship purse, new teams and an elevated playoff format to conclude an 18-race schedule, which will mirror some of the real-life NASCAR schedule enhancements. (more…)

Sammy Smith Joins JGR’s ARCA Menards Series East Program

by MikeFebruary 3, 2021February 3, 2021

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (February 3, 2021) – Joe Gibbs Racing announced today that driver Sammy Smith will compete in six ARCA Menards East Series races during the 2021 season. He will make his debut in the No. 18 Engine Ice Toyota Camry at New Smyrna (FL) Raceway on Monday, February 8. (more…)

NASCAR and Rev Racing Announce 2021 NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Class

by MikeFebruary 3, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Date) – Eight talented young drivers from various backgrounds were selected to the newest class of the NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Program, NASCAR and Rev Racing announced today.

The 2021 roster for the NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Program includes returning veterans, a rising iRacer, two FB y BOHN Mikel’s Trucks drivers and the 2020 World Series Dirt Nationals champion. (more…)

Busch Beer is Creating a NASCAR Dream Job that YOU can Interview for Live During the Daytona 500

by MikeFebruary 1, 2021February 1, 2021

As fans know, the pit crew are true heroes of NASCAR and arguably have the toughest and most badass job in the sport, one that is essential for the driver’s victory. It’s a job most people never even dream of doing because of the limited roles and top-notch credentials needed – but thanks to Busch beer, one lucky fan will get the opportunity to learn from this elite group. (more…)

Track Talk – White Mountain Adds NH Street Stock Open to Fall Foliage Weekend / ACT Fall Foliage 200 Moved to Sunday, September 26

by Lou ModestinoJanuary 27, 2021

N. Woodstock, NH – The final weekend of the 2021 season at White Mountain Motorsports Park has gotten even bigger. White Mountain officials and R&R Race Parts NH have announced that the second annual 75-lap, $5,000-to-win New Hampshire Street Stock Open will be held at the North Woodstock, NH high banks on Saturday, September 25. (more…)

FOX SPORTS & FOX DEPORTES SET PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE FOR DAYTONA SPEEDWEEKS COVERAGE

by MikeJanuary 27, 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — FOX Sports kicks off its 21^st season of NASCAR coverage with a packed slate of live racing from Daytona International Speedway on six consecutive days beginning Tuesday, Feb. 9, culminating with the DAYTONA 500 on FOX and FOX Deportes on Sunday, Feb. 14 (2:30 PM ET). Live DAYTONA 500 prerace coverage begins on FS1 with NASCAR RACEDAY at 11:00 AM ET, before the show’s move to FOX at 1:00 PM ET. (more…)

The NASCAR Foundation Announces New Members to Board of Directors

by MikeJanuary 27, 2021January 27, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 26, 2021) – The NASCAR Foundation today announced two key additions to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership and strategic relationships within the racing industry. Veteran race car driver Hurley Haywood and Rev Racing Co-owner Dr. Jennifer Satterfield-Siegel accepted nominations to join the board led by Chairman Mike Helton. (more…)