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Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports

Front Row Motorsports will field a car for Chandler Smith to attempt to make the Daytona 500 with in February.
Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports
Front Row Motorsports will field a car for Chandler Smith to attempt to make the Daytona 500 with in February.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:14 PM
RFK Racing's four cars and Kaulig Racing's No. 16 car will all run Greg Biffle-style numbers in the Daytona 500. 
RFK, Kaulig to run Greg Biffle-style numbers in Daytona 500
RFK Racing's four cars and Kaulig Racing's No. 16 car will all run Greg Biffle-style numbers in the Daytona 500. 
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January 22, 2026 at 7:25 PM
The NASCAR Cup Series has rapidly evolved in recent years and Rick Ware Racing continues on through the evolution – but what's next?
What’s next for Rick Ware Racing in 2026?
The NASCAR Cup Series has rapidly evolved in recent years and Rick Ware Racing continues on through the evolution – but what's next?
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January 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Bill McAnally Racing is welcoming Hailie Deegan back to the team’s ARCA Menards Series West stable in 2026.
Hailie Deegan signs ARCA West deal with McAnally
Bill McAnally Racing is welcoming Hailie Deegan back to the team’s ARCA Menards Series West stable in 2026.
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January 21, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Toni Breidinger will move to Rackley WAR in 2026 to drive their No. 27 Chevrolet part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
Toni Breidinger to Run NASCAR Trucks Part-Time with Rackley WAR
Toni Breidinger will move to Rackley WAR in 2026 to drive their No. 27 Chevrolet part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Hardee’s is returning to NASCAR to sponsor Bubba Wallace and become the official quick-service restaurant brand of the sport.
Hardee’s returns to NASCAR with Bubba Wallace
Hardee’s is returning to NASCAR to sponsor Bubba Wallace and become the official quick-service restaurant brand of the sport.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:52 PM
JR Motorsports revealed the lineup for its No. 88 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Chevrolet in 2026 with Rajah Caruth as the anchor driver.
Rajah Caruth to anchor Hendrick-backed JRM entry in 2026
JR Motorsports revealed the lineup for its No. 88 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Chevrolet in 2026 with Rajah Caruth as the anchor driver.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Travis Pastrana has added his name to an increasingly star-studded lineup for next month's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season opener at Daytona.
Travis Pastrana set for first NASCAR start since 2023
Travis Pastrana has added his name to an increasingly star-studded lineup for next month's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season opener at Daytona.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:02 PM
A handful of NASCAR Cup Series drivers weighed in on the new 750 horsepower package for 2026 after testing it at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
What do NASCAR Cup Series drivers think of the new 750 HP package?
A handful of NASCAR Cup Series drivers weighed in on the new 750 horsepower package for 2026 after testing it at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Is Ricky Stenhouse Jr., a sleeper pick for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase? Here's a look at why – and why not.
Is Ricky Stenhouse Jr., a sleeper pick for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Chase?
There is a glimmer of a reason to believe Ricky Stenhouse Jr. may be flying under the radar in 2026 to make the NASCAR Cup Series Chase.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:51 PM
A new NASCAR championship format could bode well for RFK Racing, a team that has become one of the most consistent in recent seasons.
New NASCAR championship format could bode well for RFK Racing
A new NASCAR championship format could bode well for RFK Racing, a team that has become one of the most consistent in recent seasons.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:16 PM
NASCAR highlighted a slew of rule changes this week with just two weeks until the unofficial start of the 2026 season.
NASCAR highlights rule changes for 2026 season
NASCAR highlighted a slew of rule changes this week with just two weeks until the unofficial start of the 2026 season.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:32 AM
Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina and two kids, Craig Wadsworth and Dennis and Jack Dutton were remembered Friday. The memorial service featured moving tributes to the seven killed in the Dec. 18 plane crash, including a closing eulogy to "Be Like Biff"
Memorial held for 7 killed in Greg Biffle plane crash
Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina and two kids, Craig Wadsworth and Dennis and Jack Dutton were remembered Friday. The memorial service featured moving tributes to the seven killed in the Dec. 18 plane crash, including a closing eulogy to "Be Like Biff."
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January 16, 2026 at 11:08 PM
SS-GreenLight Racing announced Friday that Cole Custer will return for five NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series races in 2026. 
Cole Custer to run 5 NOAPS races in 2026
SS-GreenLight Racing announced Friday that Cole Custer will return for five NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series races in 2026. 
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January 16, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart will make his return to NASCAR in February at Daytona International Speedway.
Tony Stewart to make NASCAR return at Daytona
Three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart will make his return to NASCAR in February at Daytona International Speedway.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
"The Chase is back," as NASCAR will go back to basics but will keep the playoffs for the 2026 season and beyond.
‘The Chase is back’: NASCAR unveils championship format for 2026 ‘and beyond’
NASCAR will go back to basics but will keep the playoffs for the 2026 season and beyond.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Austin Hill will return to Richard Childress Racing's No. 21 Chevrolet with his longtime sponsor for the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series season.
Austin Hill to return to RCR in 2026
Austin Hill will return to Richard Childress Racing's No. 21 Chevrolet with his longtime sponsor for the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series season.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM
NEWS: Brad Keselowski will miss the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium and Corey LaJoie will fill in for him, RFK Racing confirmed.
Keselowski to miss Clash, LaJoie to fill in
Brad Keselowski will miss the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium and Corey LaJoie will fill in for him, RFK Racing confirmed.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:56 PM
NASCAR set to unveil championship format for 2026 ‘and beyond’

NASCAR will hold a press conference Monday to unveil the championship format for the 2026 season 'and beyond.'
NASCAR set to unveil championship format for 2026 ‘and beyond’
NASCAR will hold a press conference Monday to unveil the championship format for the 2026 season 'and beyond.'
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January 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Jimmie Johnson is returning to NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series competition for the first time in nearly 18 years.
Jimmie Johnson to make first NASCAR Truck start since 2008
Jimmie Johnson is returning to NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series competition for the first time in nearly 18 years.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Jimmie Johnson will race in the 2026 Daytona 500 after NASCAR granted him a provisional guaranteeing his entry into the race.
NASCAR guarantees Jimmie Johnson entry into 2026 Daytona 500
Jimmie Johnson will race in the 2026 Daytona 500 after NASCAR granted him a provisional guaranteeing his entry into the race.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:07 PM
ARCA released the entry list and schedule for its annual two-day, pre-race practice session at Daytona International Speedway.
ARCA releases entry list for Daytona pre-race practice
ARCA released the entry list and schedule for its annual two-day, pre-race practice session at Daytona International Speedway.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:27 PM
BREAKING: NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps is stepping away from the sport at the end of the month, the sanctioning body announced Tuesday.
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps to Step Away
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps is stepping away from the sport at the end of the month, the sanctioning body announced Tuesday.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:36 PM
RFK Racing unveiled an exhibit honoring Greg Biffle, their longtime NASCAR Cup Series driver who died in a plane crash in December.
Greg Biffle Tribute Exhibit Now Open at RFK Racing
RFK Racing unveiled an exhibit honoring Greg Biffle, their longtime NASCAR Cup Series driver who died in a plane crash in December.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Zeigler Automotive Group will return to Spire Motorsports to partner with Carson Hocevar for multiple NASCAR Cup Series races in 2026.
Carson Hocevar retains key NASCAR Cup Series partner for 2026
Zeigler Automotive Group will return to Spire Motorsports to partner with Carson Hocevar for multiple NASCAR Cup Series races in 2026.
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January 5, 2026 at 11:40 PM