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NASCAR proposing business park at Talladega Superspeedway

NASCAR proposing business park at Talladega Superspeedway

April 2, 2021
As Birmingham Business Journal first reported, NASCAR has proposed a three-million-square-foot business park at the 2.66-mile Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama

Steve O’Donnell Bristol post-race press conference.

Steve O’Donnell Bristol post-race press conference.

March 29, 2021
An Interview with: Steve O'Donnell

White House working with NASCAR on COVID vaccination efforts

White House working with NASCAR on COVID vaccination efforts

March 23, 2021
The Biden administration is enlisting the help of groups including the Christian Broadcasting Network Inc. and NASCAR to encourage more people to get the Covid-19 vaccine, particularly members of communities that have been the most skeptical

NASCAR to use COVID-detecting dogs at Atlanta

NASCAR to use COVID-detecting dogs at Atlanta

March 16, 2021
NASCAR officials plan to introduce a new facet to the COVID-19 screening process this weekend, using trained dogs to detect coronavirus among essential personnel for Sunday’s Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway

NASCAR, Pit Boss Grills Announce Multiyear Extension

NASCAR, Pit Boss Grills Announce Multiyear Extension

March 15, 2021
NASCAR and Pit Boss® Grills announced today a multiyear extension, continuing the brand’s designation as the “Official Grill of NASCAR.” Pit Boss Grills, one of the fastest growing grill companies in the U.S., entered the sport as an official partner in 2018, marking

NASCAR Hires Eric Ryan as Vice President of Communications

NASCAR Hires Eric Ryan as Vice President of Communications

March 11, 2021
NASCAR announced today that Eric Ryan has been named to the position of Vice President of Communications. In his new role, Ryan will provide leadership across strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations of the sanctioning body’s communications and public relations

King’s Hawaiian partners with NASCAR on naming rights to dining areas at Daytona, Kansas, Richmond, Phoenix

King’s Hawaiian partners with NASCAR on naming rights to dining areas at Daytona, Kansas, Richmond, Phoenix

March 9, 2021
NASCAR and King’s Hawaiian announced today a multiyear track official partnership that secures the family-owned bakery naming rights to dining areas at four NASCAR-owned facilities – Daytona International Speedway, Kansas Speedway, Richmond Raceway and Phoenix Raceway

NASCAR to look at intentional spins after Kyle Busch Truck race incident at Las Vegas

NASCAR to look at intentional spins after Kyle Busch Truck race incident at Las Vegas

March 9, 2021
NASCAR may become less lenient on drivers who spin with a flat tire after an incident in last weekend’s Camping World Truck Series race, a series official told SiriusXM NASCAR Radio on Tuesday

NFL expected to push Super Bowl back a week; Daytona likely to keep condensed Speedweeks schedule

NFL expected to push Super Bowl back a week; Daytona likely to keep condensed Speedweeks schedule

March 1, 2021
The NFL is likely to expand its regular season schedule to 17 games per team next season, a move that would push Super Bowl 56 back a week to February 13, according to NBC Sports’ Football Morning in America

NASCAR Announces Partnership with DoorDash as Official On Demand Delivery Platform

NASCAR Announces Partnership with DoorDash as Official On Demand Delivery Platform

February 26, 2021
NASCAR announced today a multiyear partnership with DoorDash, the nation’s leading last-mile logistics platform, that will designate it as the “Official On-Demand Delivery Platform of NASCAR.” The wide-ranging agreement will span across the sanctioning body and 11

Nomination Process Now Open for 2021 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award

Nomination Process Now Open for 2021 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award

February 22, 2021
Nominations open today for The NASCAR Foundation’s 11th annual Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award, a recognition that honors the philanthropic ideals and vision of Betty Jane France, The NASCAR Foundation’s late founder and chairperson

Steve Phelps Media Conference Transcript

Steve Phelps Media Conference Transcript

February 12, 2021
NASCAR President Steve Phelps met with the media Friday afternoon at Daytona International Speedway. A transcript of his remarks and the question and answer session follows

Toyota talking to potential new team owners

Toyota talking to potential new team owners

February 12, 2021
Toyota Racing’s NASCAR chief David Wilson has revealed he’s in talks with two potential new team owners that are not currently involved in America’s premier stock car racing series

Interest increasing in NASCAR charters

Interest increasing in NASCAR charters

February 8, 2021
Entering the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series season, which starts with this weekend’s Daytona 500, the sport over the past 12 months has seen an influx of new investors that it hasn’t had in years. While two Cup Series teams did fold last year amid the start of the coronavirus

NASCAR and Rev Racing announce 2021 NASCAR Drive for Diversity driver development class

NASCAR and Rev Racing announce 2021 NASCAR Drive for Diversity driver development class

February 3, 2021
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

Highlights from NASCAR Competition Briefing

Highlights from NASCAR Competition Briefing

February 1, 2021
NASCAR executives Steve O'Donnell, John Bobo, Scott Miller, John Probst, Jay Fabian, Wayne Auton and Brad Moran met with members of the media on Monday to discuss safety updates and new rules for the 2021 season

Hall of Famer Ken Squier positive for COVID-19: UPDATES

Hall of Famer Ken Squier positive for COVID-19: UPDATES

January 30, 2021
UPDATE: Ken Squier's daughter Ashley reports that he has successfully fought his battle with COVID, but is currently in a wheelchair

NASCAR Foundation add two board members

NASCAR Foundation add two board members

January 27, 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

NASCAR adjusts pit stop, free pass specifics in the rulebook

NASCAR adjusts pit stop, free pass specifics in the rulebook

January 25, 2021
In addition to releasing the 2021 stage lengths, NASCAR issued a competition bulletin on Monday with slight "language adjustments" to the rulebook. Notably, the sanctioning body adjusted the explanation of a vehicle deemed worthy of taking the "free pass," in addition

NASCAR announces 2021 stage lengths

NASCAR announces 2021 stage lengths

January 25, 2021
On Monday, NASCAR announced the stage lengths for all of the races in Cup, XFINITY, and Trucks this season