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NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway For Crucial Championship Tilt

by MikeOctober 16, 2024

After the race was postponed for two weeks due to Hurricane Helene‘s impact on the Appalachain Mountains, North Wilkesboro Speedway is set to host the penultimate event of the 2024 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season.

Last year saw NASCAR‘s oldest division visit North Wilkesboro for the first time in its long, prestigious history. A field of 38 cars showed up to take the green flag, with veteran Matt Hirschman bringing home the victory over the championship frontrunners in Ron Silk and Justin Bonsignore. (more…)

NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway Postponed

by Lou ModestinoOctober 1, 2024

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Sept. 30, 2024) – NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports have postponed this weekend’s NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

The decision was made in cooperation with local authorities to ensure all local emergency resources remain dedicated to clean-up and recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s impact on the area. Starting Tuesday, North Wilkesboro Speedway will become a designated collection site for hurricane relief donations. (more…)

Fireworks Erupt at the NASCAR All-Star Race

by Chuck AbramsMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024

Kyle Larson set a speed record as a rookie at Indy and put himself onto the front two rows on the starting grid before flying back to finish 4^th in the All-Star race.

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Joey Logano Dominates Fiery NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro

by WebmasterMay 20, 2024

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C.—It was a study in domination and impeccable strategy.

Leading a NASCAR All-Star Race record 199 of 200 laps, pole winner Joey Logano kept Denny Hamlin and peripatetic Kyle Larson at bay on Sunday night in winning the 40^th running of the event and collecting the $1-million top prize.

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Freshly-Paved North Wilkesboro Speedway Sets the Stage for NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Weekend

by MikeMay 16, 2024

NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports announced details for the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race to be held on Sunday, May 19, for the second consecutive year at the newly paved North Wilkesboro Speedway. While the simplified format will return this season – featuring two heat races to set the All-Star Race starting lineup, a 100-lap All-Star Open, and a 200-lap main event – several new features will debut including a tire strategy element, a new Qualifying / Pit Crew Challenge format and pitting requirements. The spotlight will be on the stars of the sport as they take on these new challenges at the historic .625-mile track in the annual exhibition event for the grand prize of $1 million.

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CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Returns to Historic North Wilkesboro Speedway

by MikeMay 16, 2024

For the second time in 28 years, the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series is returning to the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway for the Wright Brand 250 this Saturday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m. ET on FS1, MRN, and SiriusXM Radio.

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Goodyear Fast Facts — All-Star Race

by MikeMay 15, 2024

NASCAR Cup Series – All-Star Race

North Wilkesboro Speedway (0.625-mile oval) – North Wilkesboro, N.C. (more…)

Alltroo Teams up with 23XI Racing and Bubba Wallace to Spotlight Charitable Organizations During All-Star Weekend

by MikeMay 9, 2024

Huntersville, N.C. (May 8, 2024) – 23XI Racing announced today that Alltroo, an online fundraising platform, will serve as the primary partner with Bubba Wallace and the No. 23 Toyota Camry XSE team for the upcoming All-Star Race event at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

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NASCAR, North Wilkesboro Speedway Announce 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race Format

by MikeApril 30, 2024

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 23, 2024) – NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports today announced details for the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race to be held on Sunday, May 19, for the second consecutive year at the newly paved North Wilkesboro Speedway.

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Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace, John Roberts and Jose Castillo Returns in 2024 to Speedway Motorsports Tracks

by Lou ModestinoJanuary 29, 2024

LOUDON, N.H. – The always-entertaining Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace, John Roberts and Jose Castillo is back for 2024. The terrific trio will bring laughs, stories and special guests to eight premier Speedway Motorsports event weekends, with visits to the Fan Zones at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Bristol Motor Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Nashville Superspeedway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, North Wilkesboro Speedway and Texas Motor Speedway. (more…)