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Gander Outdoors Truck Series logo unveiled

Gander Outdoors Truck Series logo unveiled

July 29, 2018
Executives from both NASCAR and the Camping World brand jointly revealed Sunday the new identity mark for the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series

NASCAR working on 2019 rules package

NASCAR working on 2019 rules package

July 28, 2018
What's on the horizon for the Monster Energy Cup Series in 2019

Are teams trying to confuse NASCAR’s laser inspection system?

Are teams trying to confuse NASCAR’s laser inspection system?

July 17, 2018
SPARTA, Ky. - NASCAR has had to stay ahead of teams and continues to update its software algorithm for the Optical Scanning Station (OSS) after teams claim they found a way to "confuse" it with contrasting dark and light colors along the wheel wells and edges of the

NASCAR will not use All-Star aero package again this season

NASCAR will not use All-Star aero package again this season

June 21, 2018
The drafting package used during the Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race weekend continues to be a discussion point for NASCAR competition officials, tracks, teams, manufacturers and engine builders. The conversation now, though, is centered on how to potentially implement

NASCAR working on sponsorship plans following Monster’s exit … UPDATE

NASCAR working on sponsorship plans following Monster’s exit … UPDATE

June 20, 2018
UPDATE: NASCAR has begun sharing provisional plans for its new sponsorship model with potential partners and industry stakeholders, according to sources, ahead of its possible implementation in 2020

2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame induction weekend tickets go on sale June 9

2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame induction weekend tickets go on sale June 9

June 7, 2018
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 7, 2018) - Tickets to the 2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction Weekend events go on sale to the public on Saturday, June 9 at 10 a.m. A special presale is available to NASCAR Hall of Fame members through Friday, June 8, 2018, at 11:59 p.m. Tickets

O’Donnell: NASCAR could use All-Star package in up to three races this year

O’Donnell: NASCAR could use All-Star package in up to three races this year

June 3, 2018
NASCAR is exploring potentially using the rules package from last month's All-Star Race in up to three Cup points races this season, Steve O'Donnell, NASCAR's executive vice president and chief racing development officer, said in an interview with Fox Sports 1

NASCAR announces leadership promotions

NASCAR announces leadership promotions

May 31, 2018
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 31, 2018) - NASCAR today announced that Gene Stefanyshyn will lead the sport's international efforts as Senior Vice President and Chief International Officer, John Probst has been promoted to Vice President, Innovation and Racing Development

NASCAR considering All-Star race rules package for future races

NASCAR considering All-Star race rules package for future races

May 29, 2018
Less than two weeks after Steve O'Donnell, NASCAR's chief racing development officer, expressed caution that the series would use the All-Star rules package again this year, NASCAR is looking at doing so in 2018

2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees selected

2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees selected

May 23, 2018
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 23, 2018) - NASCAR announced today the inductees who will comprise the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2019. The five-person group - the 10th since the inception of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010 - consists of Davey Allison, Alan Kulwicki, Jeff

NASCAR to honor military heroes in return of NASCAR Salutes

NASCAR to honor military heroes in return of NASCAR Salutes

May 22, 2018
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 22, 2018) - Beginning Memorial Day weekend, the NASCAR industry will honor United States Armed Forces heroes and their families as part of NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola - a collective expression of reverence, respect and gratitude for

Some team owners have growing frustration with NASCAR

Some team owners have growing frustration with NASCAR

May 19, 2018
Growing tension has emerged between NASCAR and its teams despite efforts to collaborate more in recent years

Jonathan Marshall hired as Executive Director of Race Team Alliance

Jonathan Marshall hired as Executive Director of Race Team Alliance

May 18, 2018
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (May 18, 2018) - The Race Team Alliance ("RTA"), an association of Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series teams, announced today the hiring of Jonathan Marshall as its Executive Director. Marshall, formerly the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel

‘Over the Edge’ rappelling fundraiser to benefit Friends of the NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation and The NASCAR Foundation

‘Over the Edge’ rappelling fundraiser to benefit Friends of the NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation and The NASCAR Foundation

May 17, 2018
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 16, 2018) - Registration is now open for "Over the Edge," a unique fundraising event which allows thrill-seekers to rappel 10 stories down the Embassy Suites Charlotte Uptown on Sept. 25-26, motivated by benefitting education and healthcare services

NASCAR launches youth esports series on iRacing

NASCAR launches youth esports series on iRacing

May 9, 2018
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 9, 2018) - NASCAR announced today the formation of a youth esports racing series, the first esports competition created to attract and identify young talent. The series will be hosted on iRacing, the world's premier racing simulation platform

France family considering sale of NASCAR?

France family considering sale of NASCAR?

May 8, 2018
UPDATE: NASCAR President Brent Dewar has told employees the France family "remains dedicated to the long term growth of our sport

NASCAR explains opening pit road early after Dover’s first stage

NASCAR explains opening pit road early after Dover’s first stage

May 7, 2018
Because NASCAR has no rule stating when pit road opens after a stage ends, the sanctioning body changed its common procedure to prevent multiple cars from running out of fuel during Sunday's Cup race at Dover, a series official told SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

NASCAR acquires ARCA

NASCAR acquires ARCA

April 27, 2018
Daytona Beach, Fla. (April 27, 2018) - In a move designed to strengthen a relationship that dates back more than 60 years, NASCAR announced today the acquisition of the Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA

Is NASCAR considering composite bodies for Cup?

Is NASCAR considering composite bodies for Cup?

April 21, 2018
Following a successful rollout of flange-fit bodies in the Xfinity Series, NASCAR is considering a similar path for the Monster Energy Cup Series as well

France family to be honored with IMRRC’s 2018 Argetsinger Award

France family to be honored with IMRRC’s 2018 Argetsinger Award

April 18, 2018
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (April 12, 2018) - The France Family, along with Jim France, will be honored on June 28 by the International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) with the 2018 Cameron R. Argetsinger Award for Outstanding Contributions to Motorsports