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Jonathan Toney, Jason Trinchere to Crew Chief Haas Xfinity Program in 2025

Joseph Srigley of TobyChristie reports that (e)ven though Stewart-Haas Racing shuttered its operations at the end of the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series campaign, and paved the way for the formation of Haas Factory Team, there isn’t much change within the organization’s program in 2025.

Aside from the hiring of two completely new full-time Xfinity Series drivers, with Sheldon Creed driving the No. 00 and Sam Mayer piloting the newly-renumbered No. 41 Ford Mustang Dark Horse, a lot of things are staying the same. (more…)

Richard Childress Racing Announces NASCAR Xfinity Series Crew Chief Lineups and Promotions Ahead of 2025 Season

by Mike2 days ago

Andy Street Promoted to NASCAR Cup Series, While Chad Haney and Danny Stockman to Lead RCR’s NASCAR Xfinity Series Teams

WELCOME, NC (December 9, 2024) – Richard Childress Racing announced this week several competition leadership changes within its NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series programs designed to strengthen the organization and overall performance leading into the 2025 season.

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DGM Racing Unveils the No. 71 Chevrolet Camaro to the Xfinity Series

by Mike5 days ago5 days ago

Making Dreams a Reality; Ellis to Pilot the No. 71 Chevrolet Full-Time in 2025

Lake Wales, Fla., (December 6, 2024) – As DGM Racing and Ryan Ellis prepare for their first full season together, the team plans to debut a new number – one made possible by the unwavering support of Sweetwater Construction. To signify a fresh start for the Virginia-native, DGM Racing introduces the No. 71 to the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS), a number that feels like home for Ellis. (more…)

JAR-BA Sets Driver Line-Up For 2025 With Burton And Perkins

by Mike5 days ago

Statesville, N.C. (December 6, 2024) – Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport (JAR-BA) announced today its driver lineup for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. The team will feature the return of Jeb Burton for his third consecutive year in the No. 27 Chevrolet, alongside the addition of Blaine Perkins who will take the wheel of the No. 31 Chevrolet. (more…)

2024 Snowball Derby Entry List Includes Flurry of NASCAR/ARCA Drivers

by Mike6 days ago

In Joseph Srigley‘s article from TobyChristie….

This weekend in Pensacola, Florida, several drivers from all across North America will tackle one of the most prestigious Late Model events of the season, the Snowball Derby at Five Flags Speedway.

As usual, the presence of NASCAR National Series and ARCA Menards Series drivers can be felt in a major way during this off-season event, a number of whom come from backgrounds in the short-track world. (more…)

Richard Childress Racing to Continue Multi-Year, Multi-Car Partnership with Titan Risk Solutions in 2025

by MikeNovember 25, 2024

Relationship Spans Across the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series

WELCOME, N.C. (November 25, 2024) – Titan Risk Solutions will continue their multi-year, multi-car partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2025 with sponsorship in both the NASCAR Cup Series and the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The partnership includes sponsorship of Austin Dillon in the No. 3 Titan Risk Solutions Chevrolet in the NASCAR Cup Series, along with Austin Hill and Jesse Love in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for select races. (more…)

Martin Truex Jr.: 2025 Daytona 500 Start Won’t Be with 23XI Racing

by MikeNovember 22, 2024

Toby Christie of Racing America is reporting that Martin Truex Jr. will not be competing in the 2025 Daytona 500 with a car provided by 23XI Racing…

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Chevrolet Sweeps Manufacturer Championships In NASCAR National Ranks

by MikeNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

For the second consecutive year, and the sixth time overall, Chevrolet swept the manufacturer championship titles across the NASCAR national ranks – earning its 43rd NASCAR Cup Series Manufacturer Championship; its 26th Bill France Performance Cup in the NASCAR Xfinity Series; and its 12th NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Manufacturer Championship. This marks the first time in NASCAR history that a manufacturer has swept the manufacturer championship titles across all three NASCAR national series in consecutive seasons. (more…)

Circuit Of The Americas To Change Course Layout For Cup And XFINITY Races

by MikeNovember 21, 2024

The fifth running of the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) season will arrive with a distinctive new look and feel for both drivers and fans alike at Circuit of The Americas (COTA).

The EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix, the season’s third race set for Sunday, March 2 (2:30 p.m. CT, TV: FOX, Radio: PRN, SiriusXM), will shift from COTA’s 3.41-mile, 20-turn Full Course layout to the facility’s equally challenging 2.3-mile, 20-turn National Course. The NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS), which returns to COTA for a fifth season, will also utilize the National Course for the Focused Health 250 on Saturday, March 1 (1:30 p.m. CT, TV: CW, Radio: PRN, SiriusXM). (more…)

NASCAR Gears-Up For Celebration Of The 2024 Series Champions In Charlotte

by MikeNovember 21, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – With another thrilling Playoff run officially in the books, NASCAR will celebrate its 2024 series champions this week at a new venue, but a familiar place. The always highly-anticipated NASCAR Champions Week moves to NASCAR’s hub, Charlotte, N.C. for the first time – with a week of celebration capped off with Friday Night’s NASCAR Awards ceremony at the Charlotte Convention Center’s Grand Ballroom; the banquet and festivities televised on the CW Network, Sunday at 3 p.m. ET.

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Parker Kligerman Isn’t Sure What’s Next, But “Is Good” Stepping Away From A Full-Time Racing Career

by MikeNovember 21, 2024

In an article written by Alanis King for Motorsport.Com, she reports that Parker Kligerman isn’t sure what’s next, but “is good” stepping away from a full-time racing career. (more…)

Richard Childress Racing Announces Competition Leadership Appointments Ahead of 2025 NASCAR Season

by MikeNovember 20, 2024

Keith Rodden Named Vice President of Competition; John Klausmeier Joins RCR as Technical Director and Richard Boswell Named Crew Chief of the No. 3 Chevrolet

WELCOME, NC (November 20, 2024) – Richard Childress Racing announced this week several key competition leadership appointments ahead of the 2025 NASCAR season.

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Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. Partners With JR Motorsports, Bringing Camping To The Racetrack

by MikeNovember 19, 2024

MOORESVILLE,N.C. (Nov. 19, 2024) – JR Motorsports (JRM) announced today that Kampgrounds of America, Inc.(KOA), the world’s largest system of privately held campgrounds, will return to the organization during the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. United by a shared commitment to outdoor adventure and community, KOA will be a primary partner for one race with Connor Zilisch and the No. 88 Chevrolet, as well as a full-season associate partner with the rookie driver, and an associate partner on Wyatt Miller’s Micro Sprint. (more…)

Riley Herbst Celebrates Baja 1000 Championship With Family Race Team

by MikeNovember 18, 2024

When the NASCAR season ended, Riley Herbst walked away with a win and said he would go on to win the Baja 1000 with his family. Well, their Trophy Truck Spec team did just that.

Riley Herbst and his family racing team finished first in their class and sixth overall in North America’s most famous offroad race. The Herbst family has a long history in the Baja 1000 and that continues this season. (more…)

2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Start Times and Networks

by MikeNovember 14, 2024

Click past the jump for 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race Start Times and Networks (more…)

NMPA’s Most Popular Driver Award Narrows

by MikeNovember 13, 2024

Voting officially opened for the 2024 National Motorsports Press Association (NMPA) Most Popular Driver Award on Oct. 28, and fans should continue to wear their voting caps and cast their ballots before the polls close Thursday, Nov. 21 at 11:59 p.m. ET. (more…)

How Did New-England-Connected NASCAR Drivers Do In Phoenix?

by Lou ModestinoNovember 12, 2024November 12, 2024

First of all, Joey Logano of Middletown, CT won the 2024 Cup Championship again! While Chase Briscoe won the race with Joey Logano coming in eighth then Corey LaJoie in ninth. Then it was Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT coming in 12th while Boston’s Kaz Grala had to settle for 34th. Corey LaJoie is the son of Two-Time NASCAR Xfinity Series Champion Randy, who was a native of Norwalk, CT before moving to the Charlotte, NC area to be closer the top NASCAR Divisions.

Riley Herbest won the Xfinity race with Parker Kligerman of Westport, CT turning in a 14^th finishing position then it was Blaine Perkins coming in 22nd with Patrick Emerling of Long Island, NY and Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT being awarded 36th. Both Perkins and Alfredo race team cars for Cape Cod’s Chris and daughter Mary Our of Chatham, MA

Cole Custer Wants To Cap Stewart-Haas Career With Another Xfinity Title

by WebmasterNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

Cole Custer’s life is about to change again—and he wants it to happen with as much gusto as possible.

The reigning NASCAR Xfinity Series champion is carrying the banner for Stewart-Haas Racing, which will cease to exist at season’s end.

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Justin Allgaier Is Poised And Prepared To Run For Elusive NASCAR Xfinity Title

by WebmasterNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

AVONDALE, Ariz. — JR Motorsports driver Justin Allgaier arrives at Phoenix Raceway as the most seasoned NASCAR Xfinity Series driver competing for the 2024 championship.

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NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship 4 Contenders Are Locked-In, Time to Decide a Champion

by MikeNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here – Championship Weekend at Phoenix Raceway.

The NASCAR Xfinity Series wrapped up the Round of 8 last weekend at Martinsville Speedway and will now head to Phoenix Raceway to crown a new NASCAR Xfinity Series champion. Four drivers – Austin Hill, A.J. Allmendinger, Cole Custer and Justin Allgaier – will vie for the title on Saturday, November 9 in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship Race at 7:30 p.m. ET on The CW, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90).

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