STUART, Va. (June 17, 2026) – Jesse Love, the 2025 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series champion, will pilot the famed No. 21 Ford Mustang for Wood Brothers Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series beginning in 2027, the team announced today. Love will add his name to the long list of accomplished drivers who have competed for the Wood Brothers when he takes over the No. 21 beginning with the 2027 DAYTONA 500 at Daytona International Speedway. The Menlo Park, California, native has estab

ASCAR has never competed at an active military base before, but that is just scratching the surface when considering what makes the Anduril 250 and its support races so unique, even among other ambitious street course events in the sport's recent past. Teams are requesting more spotters than we've ever seen before, and there are going to be at least three dozen corner workers due to so many intricate sections and blind-spots around the track. “It’s very much going to be a sur

Denny Hamlin, a driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, secured his record-setting eighth NASCAR Cup Series victory at the 2.5-mile Pocono track during the Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA. Hamlin's No. 11 JGR Toyota triumphed over Tyler Reddick's No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota by 1.678 seconds in a strategic fuel-saving finish. This victory marks the first time in Hamlin's 21-year full-time career that he has won three consecutive races—following successes in Nashville, Michi

The race at Pocono Raceway for the O'Reilly Series' MillerTech Battery 250 on Saturday, June 13, was more a test of endurance than a typical speed competition. Justin Allgaier emerged victorious, marking his fifth win of the season and his second consecutive victory following his triumph in Nashville. Saturday's event was notably tumultuous, with the caution flag being raised 19 times throughout the 100-lap race. Eleven drivers were unable to complete the race due to various

Denny Hamlin received no boos following his victory burnout at Michigan International Speedway. With a black No. 18 flag in hand, the Joe Gibbs Racing driver celebrated his 63rd career victory by burning the tires of his No. 11 Toyota along the straightaway in tribute to Kyle Busch, his late teammate, whom he equaled for ninth place on the all-time win list in the NASCAR Cup Series. "Honestly, I had to outlast him to match his record," said Hamlin, who communicated, "We love

This marks Heim's 26th career victory and his first on the 2-mile Michigan high banks, bringing his series wins to 22 different tracks — the second-best record of all time. Only NASCAR Hall of Famer Ron Hornaday Jr. has more, with victories at 31 venues. Additionally, this is Heim's third win in just five Truck starts this season, occurring a week after he announced his full-time commitment to the championship-leading 23XI Racing organization in the NASCAR Cup Series for 2027

Patience was required at Gateway to discover the outcome of the ninth round of the season, which was notably interrupted due to rain. In total, the red flag waved for 50 minutes on the Missouri oval, but ultimately the scheduled 260 laps were completed, and Josef Newgarden continued his dominance of WorldWide Technology Raceway, winning there for the sixth time in his career The Team Penske driver, however, had to battle for most of the race against Marcus Ericsson (Andretti

Thousands of fans packed a sold-out Nashville Superspeedway Sunday night for NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400. Despite nearly an hour and a half long rain delay, the race proved to be action-packed. According to NASCAR, 31 lead changes among 15 different drivers set a new track record. Among the standout moments from the race, three Joe Gibbs Racing teammates—Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe— faced off in an intense back-and-forth in the final four laps. After an e

Following an exhilarating series of door-to-door battles in the final stages of the race, veteran Justin Allgaier from JR Motorsports secured his fourth NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series victory of the season. The 2024 series champion successfully defended his position against the skilled 18-year-old rookie, Brent Crews, who described the competitive racing during Saturday night’s Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 at Nashville Superspeedway as “the most fun I’ve had without winn

The NASCAR Truck Series competed at Nashville Superspeedway, and it was the Front Row Motorsports show. Layne Riggs won the first two stages; however, the No. 34 team was caught up in track-position-related incidents. Meanwhile, Chandler Smith was trying to track down Rajah Carruth at the end, but it didn't end as expected. Riggs and the No. 34 team from Front Row Motorsports came back to win the Truck Series race at Nashville, earning their third victory of the 2026 Truck Se

Daniel Suarez claimed an emotional Coca-Cola 600 victory at Charlotte Motor Speedway on a night when NASCAR raced with Kyle Busch firmly in its heart. The Mexican driver took his third career NASCAR Cup Series win after the race was called 27 laps short of its scheduled distance when heavy rain drenched the track, sealing a poignant victory after a week of grief across the garage. Before the race, NASCAR senior vice president of competition Elton Sawyer addressed the drivers’

Layne Riggs made clear what was on his mind as he took the checkered flag under caution to win Sunday’s North Carolina Education Lottery 200 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. “Did it for Kyle, man, did it for Kyle,” Riggs said in a dedication to two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who lost his life to a sudden illness Thursday at age 41. In a race thrice delayed by rain from its scheduled Friday night start and run under NASCAR’s adverse conditions provision with a noo

Justin Allgaier commenced the race from the pole position and maintained the lead through the first caution. This initial caution occurred on Lap 2 when Harrison Burton spun. The caution period was extended due to rain showers moving through the area. The race resumed around Lap 11, with Allgaier reclaiming the lead. A competition caution was issued on Lap 25, providing teams an opportunity to evaluate their tire conditions and make necessary adjustments. During this caution,

During the inaugural All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway, the Monster Mile proved its reputation as one of NASCAR's most challenging tracks. Even for the winner, Denny Hamlin, navigating Dover was a tightrope act for the $1 million prize. After recovering from a qualifying spin to secure the pole position, Hamlin avoided trouble on Sunday to claim his second NASCAR All-Star Race victory. He led the final 30 laps, outpaced Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Chase Briscoe, and steered

Twenty-year-old Californian Corey Day surpassed veteran Justin Allgaier with four laps to go, securing his second career win in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday at the BetRivers 200, marking his first appearance at Dover Motor Speedway. Allgaier, a three-time winner this season and the current championship leader, seemed poised to secure another victory at Dover’s famous “Monster Mile.” However, Day expertly maneuvered the high line near the outside wall, pas

Kyle Busch found himself in a familiar spot in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on Friday, taking the checkered flag for the 69th time in his career. He now has five Truck Series wins at Dover, beating Ty Majeski and Layne Riggs in the end. Kaden Honeycutt finished fourth, Christopher Bell fifth, Brandon Jones sixth, Christian Eckes seventh, Corey LaJoie eighth, Jake Garcia, and Justin Haley tenth. -00:00 Asked about why this win is important, Busch told NASCAR on FOX: "Beca

Shane van Gisbergen placed confidence in his team's plans and strategies as he approached the NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen International. "I trust them with what they do," van Gisbergen stated. The New Zealander, driving the No. 97 Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing, had to rely heavily on this trust when he found himself in 24th position with only 16 laps remaining. However, a late pit stop proved effective, allowing van Gisbergen to surpass Ty Gibbs with seven laps r

The conclusion of Saturday's NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Watkins Glen International was remarkable. Defending series champion Jesse Love was managing his fuel, while Connor Zilisch pursued him on newer tires. Despite navigating through the mud and sustaining damage to his vehicle, Zilisch managed to overtake Love in the final corner of the last lap, securing a victory for JR Motorsports. Saturday's NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Watkins Glen Internati

Kaden Honeycutt has achieved his first victory in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. He overtook Connor Zilisch during overtime, securing the win for Tricon Garage. Earlier in the day, he also claimed a win in the ARCA Menards Series race. Zilisch, who led the most laps, ended up in second place, while Shane van Gisbergen made a late surge to secure third in only his second Truck Series race. Daniel Hemric and Chandler Smith completed the top five. A.J. Allmendinger achieved

During the final caution of Saturday’s Andy’s Frozen Custard 340 at Texas Motor Speedway, crew chief Andrew Overstreet communicated an encouraging message to pole winner Justin Allgaier. Kyle Larson narrowly defeated Justin Allgaier in an exciting finish at Texas. “Nothing stops a hungry gator,” Overstreet remarked, referring to Allgaier’s nickname, Little Gator. “Not even the so-called ‘Greatest of All-Time.’” However, Kyle Larson, whom Overstreet referenced as the G.O.A.T.,

Chase Elliott is not typically recognized for securing early-season victories. However, he is making 2026 a year of seizing opportunities. Elliott has achieved his second victory of 2026. This season, he has secured two wins in the first 11 races, six races sooner than in any of his previous 11 seasons. "I'm proud of our team for that because anytime you can accomplish new milestones in this sport after more than a decade, it's impressive. It's challenging to achieve," Elliot

The promotions of Steve O'Donnell and Ben Kennedy are not an extension of the status quo, but instead, aim to be the start of something new for the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing. O’Donnell has taken over as Chief Executive Officer from Jim France, the youngest son of NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. Kennedy, the great-grandson of the elder France, is now serving as Chief Operating Officer. Top Videos The France family remains at the helm of the league with Jim F

On Saturday afternoon, he secured his inaugural victory in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at the Ag-Pro 300 held at Talladega Superspeedway. Driving the No. 17 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet, he led only the final lap to achieve his first trophy in his debut full-time season. The 20-year-old sprint car driver from California delivered the first O’Reilly Auto Parts Series win at Talladega for the Hendrick team, known for its multiple NASCAR Cup Series championships. Add

Tyler Reddick is undoubtedly one of the most impressive drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series, having secured his fifth victory of the season on Sunday at Talladega. Tyler Reddick continues to dominate as the leading driver in the NASCAR Cup Series. And the gap is significant. He achieved his fifth win in nine races in the 2026 Cup Series, aided by a combination of strategic luck and a late surge in the AdventHealth 400, observed by 23XI co-owner Michael Jordan. Reddick overtook K

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series made a stop at Kansas Speedway on Saturday night for the Kansas Lottery 300. Carson Kvapil secured the pole position, with William Byron starting in second place. During the second lap, Carson Kvapil collided with William Byron at the exit of Turn 2, subsequently making contact with Parker Retzlaff. This resulted in Kvapil's car flipping multiple times before coming to rest on its roof. Safety crews promptly arrived to upright Kvapil's ve

Chase Elliott spun, triggering the eighth caution during Sunday's Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, Ty Gibbs delivered a clear directive to crew chief Tyler Allen. "I do not want to relinquish track position—at all," Gibbs declared over the team radio. Allen agreed, and Gibbs resumed the race in the lead on Lap 486. He maintained this position through a ninth caution that extended the race to overtime, narrowly defeating Ryan Blaney by 0.055 seconds to secure his first

Connor Zilisch secured an exhilarating victory in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday. He triumphed in a late-race contest against Kyle Larson and Brent Crews, driving the No. 1 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports. “That was incredible,” Zilisch expressed to The CW with a smile. “The past few weeks in the Cup Series have been challenging, and it feels rewarding to return to the O’Reilly Series and reaffirm my capabilities. Consistently fi

For the first time since the year 2017, Christopher Bell has emerged victorious in the highly competitive NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, marking a significant milestone in his racing career. This victory not only highlights his skill and determination but also underscores his enduring presence in the world of NASCAR racing. In an exhilarating race that featured an impressive lineup of seven regulars from the Cup Series, Bell showcased his exceptional talent and racing acumen

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB today announced two strategic leadership appointments designed to strengthen the organization’s marketing and licensing efforts as the team continues to build a best-in-class motorsports brand. Ryan Grab has been named Vice President, Marketing and Communications, where he will oversee the CLUB’s integrated marketing, digital, brand development and communications. Grab most recently served as senior vice president of marketing and communications at Major Lea

Despite being a part-time driver, Corey Heim demonstrated his ability to dominate until the final four laps of Friday’s Black’s Tire 200 at Rockingham Speedway. Heim led a personal-best of 178 laps, securing his second NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory of the season and the 25th of his career, ranking him fifth all-time. In the closing laps, he had to contend with skewed steering and chattering tires in his No. 1 Toyota to successfully defend against a determined challeng

The victory was the first in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series for the 19-year-old Sawalich, the youngest driver to win at the 0.94-mile track in any of NASCAR’s top three series. Sawalich, who led 80 laps, crossed the finish line 0.863 seconds ahead of Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Brandon Jones to end the five-race winning streak of JR Motorsports and preserve the series record of six straight victories for JGR. “It means everything,” said Sawalich, who gained three positio

Beard Motorsports has finalized a deal with Casey Mears to participate in five NASCAR Cup races this year, driving the No. 62 Chevrolet. Mears will make his debut with the team on April 26 at Talladega Superspeedway. He will also race in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the second Daytona race, the second Talladega race, and the season's final race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. If he qualifies for all five races, Mears will achieve his 500th career start durin

NASCAR has reinstated Daniel Dye following his successful completion of sensitivity training. However, he will not be returning to Kaulig Racing. Dye was initially chosen to drive one of the five Kaulig Racing vehicles as part of a RAM factory initiative marking the manufacturer's return to the sanctioning body this season. AJ Allmendinger subsequently took over his role, driving the No. 10 truck at Darlington. Corey LaJoie will continue as the driver of the No. 10 truck for

NASCAR today announced the 15 nominees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s Class of 2027 and the five nominees for the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR. Kevin Harvick, 2014 NASCAR Cup Series champion and 2007 DAYTONA 500 winner, joins the Modern Era ballot in his first year of eligibility. Alongside Harvick as newcomers to the Modern Era nomination list are six-time ARCA Menards Series West champion Ray Elder and 1988 NASCAR Cup Series championship-winning cre

Strategic decisions do not always yield success for Chase Elliott in the Cup Series. Thus, when the strategy is effective, as demonstrated by his victory on Sunday at Martinsville Speedway, it is particularly gratifying for NASCAR's eight-time most popular driver and his numerous supporters. "It's truly satisfying when everything aligns, and winning these races is exceptionally difficult," Elliott remarked while celebrating on the frontstretch to enthusiastic applause after a

Justin Allgaier concluded the day as he began it—leading the field—though his path to victory in Saturday's NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts NFPA 250 at the historic Martinsville Speedway was both dramatic and challenging. En route to his victory, the 2024 series champion started from pole position and led the most laps, covering 114 of the 250. Driving the No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet, Allgaier secured his second consecutive win, marking his third of the season and the 31st of h

On Thursday, Judge Susan C. Rodriguez did not issue a ruling on the preliminary injunction sought by Joe Gibbs Racing against Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports in the ongoing lawsuit concerning alleged stolen trade secrets. Following a 35-minute recess at the conclusion of the hearing, Judge Rodriguez indicated that additional time was necessary to reach a decision. She emphasized the importance of delivering a correct ruling given the significant implications for the busi

Kyle Larson has now won in three of his last four starts in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. The two-time and defending Cup Series champion’s latest victory came on Saturday at Las Vegas. Wheeling the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet, Larson led the final 47 circuits of The LiUNA on his way to the checkered flag. It was the California native’s 18th career win in the series. Fellow Cup star Chase Briscoe finished second in the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. Sheldon Creed

Denny Hamlin’s win in Las Vegas delivered another milestone in the veteran driver’s already remarkable career. With his victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the veteran driver earned the 61st NASCAR Cup Series win of his career, moving into sole possession of 10th place on the sport’s all-time wins list. No. 61 came in the Cup Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, adding another milestone moment to Hamlin’s long career. The win broke Hamlin’s tie with Kevin Harvick and add

Roush Fenway Keselowski (RFK) Racing announced today that all three cars will feature Greg Biffle throwback schemes at Darlington Raceway on March 22. This special tribute to late NASCAR Cup Series driver and longtime fan-favorite Greg Biffle is coming to one of his favorite tracks, where he won back-to-back races in 2005 and 2006. In addition, The Biff’s iconic No. 16 car will be featured as part of the NASCAR Experience, with the track also planning special tributes for him

Ryan Blaney achieved a hard-fought Team Penske sweep at the iconic Phoenix Raceway in Sunday's Straight Talk Wireless 500. Overcoming several early race challenges, he secured his first NASCAR Cup Series win of the 2026 season, complementing his Penske team's Saturday IndyCar victory at the track with a remarkable and well-received stock car triumph the following day. Blaney faced two pit stop issues, including a penalty for pitting outside his box, which sent him to the back