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Ambetter Named Entitlement Partner for 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Race at New Hampshire

Ambetter Named Entitlement Partner for 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Race at New Hampshire

January 24, 2022
Ambetter, America’s number one Marketplace Health Insurer, has extended its partnership with New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) to become the entitlement sponsor for New England’s only NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) race. The Ambetter 301 will take place at 3 p.m. on July

Speedway Children’s Charities New Hampshire Distributes $136,500 to New England Children in Need

Speedway Children’s Charities New Hampshire Distributes $136,500 to New England Children in Need

December 9, 2021
The holiday spirit filled The Palace Theatre in Manchester, N.H. Wednesday as Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig joined the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCCNH), the official charity of New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS), at its 12th annual Grant

More Than $127,000 Raised for Local Nonprofits During New Hampshire Race Weekend

More Than $127,000 Raised for Local Nonprofits During New Hampshire Race Weekend

July 23, 2021
NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) proved to be successful for local nonprofits with the dedication of both the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCCNH) and the many volunteer groups who helped fundraise more than $127,000 during

Aric Almirola battles darkness, Bell to win Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, clinch playoff berth

Aric Almirola battles darkness, Bell to win Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, clinch playoff berth

July 18, 2021
Aric Almirola raced Mother Nature, daylight and the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) field to claim his first win since 2018 in a wild Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) and a berth in the 2021 NCS Playoffs

“It’s Going to be Lit:” Keselowski Says Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Could Preview Championship Battle at Season’s End

“It’s Going to be Lit:” Keselowski Says Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Could Preview Championship Battle at Season’s End

July 13, 2021
Why is Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) such a big deal? For some it’s the Loudon the Lobster trophy presented to the winner in victory lane. For others, it’s a potential ticket to the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. But defending

Top Five Storylines to Watch as Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Returns to New Hampshire Motor Speedway

Top Five Storylines to Watch as Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Returns to New Hampshire Motor Speedway

July 12, 2021
NASCAR nation is geared up to descend upon New England this weekend for the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS), and with it, a multitude of captivating storylines that are sure to leave every race fan on the edge of their seats until

Brad Keselowski, Comedian Jimmy Dunn Prepare for Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 With Lessons on Language, Lobster Rolls

Brad Keselowski, Comedian Jimmy Dunn Prepare for Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 With Lessons on Language, Lobster Rolls

July 9, 2021
A fast car is vital to success when NASCAR returns to “The Magic Mile” next weekend for the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS), but that’s only part of the equation for drivers looking to fully immerse themselves in the New England experience

Defending Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Winner Brad Keselowski Finally Gets His Lobster

Defending Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Winner Brad Keselowski Finally Gets His Lobster

July 7, 2021
Just 11 days prior to the drop of the green flag for the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) Executive Vice President and General Manager David McGrath made a trip south to properly present defending race winner Brad Keselowski with his

New England Patriots Wide Receiver Gunner Olszewski Driving Pace Car for New Hampshire Cup Race

New England Patriots Wide Receiver Gunner Olszewski Driving Pace Car for New Hampshire Cup Race

July 6, 2021
On Sunday, July 18, Gunner Olszewski, all-pro punt returner and wide receiver for the New England Patriots, will trade the pigskin for the keys to the official Toyota Camry TRD pace car as he leads 40 of NASCAR’s best to the green flag for the Foxwoods Resort Casino

Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Marks New Hampshire’s 50th NASCAR Cup Series Race

Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 Marks New Hampshire’s 50th NASCAR Cup Series Race

July 1, 2021
The July 18 Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) will mark the 50th time the track will host the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) for an event at the 1.058-mile oval

Ambetter from NH Healthy Families Named Entitlement Partner for Xfinity Race at New Hampshire

Ambetter from NH Healthy Families Named Entitlement Partner for Xfinity Race at New Hampshire

Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, a health insurance plan offering affordable coverage on New Hampshire’s Healthy Insurance Marketplace, has joined New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) in its continued effort to encourage New Hampshire residents to get vaccinated by

New Hampshire Motor Speedway returns to full capacity

New Hampshire Motor Speedway returns to full capacity

June 5, 2021
Governor Chris Sununu, Commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs Taylor Caswell and New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) Executive Vice President and General Manager David McGrath kicked off the summer season of racing and shared

The NASCAR Cup Series Will Make its 50th Visit to “The Magic Mile” on July 18, 2021

The NASCAR Cup Series Will Make its 50th Visit to “The Magic Mile” on July 18, 2021

September 30, 2020
The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series schedule includes a July 18 visit to “The Magic Mile.” The Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 will be the historic 50th visit by NASCAR’s premier series to New Hampshire Motor Speedway and once again serve as the season’s last race prior to NASCAR

Jimmie Johnson receives Colonial Musket; 5K Running Trail named in his honor ahead of his final Race at New Hampshire

Jimmie Johnson receives Colonial Musket; 5K Running Trail named in his honor ahead of his final Race at New Hampshire

August 2, 2020
New Hampshire Motor Speedway honored the career and legacy of Jimmie Johnson as he prepares for his final Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 race at “The Magic Mile” as a full-time Cup Series driver on Sunday. NHMS Executive Vice President and General Manager David McGrath

Foxwoods Resort Casino extends sponsorship at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

Foxwoods Resort Casino extends sponsorship at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

After three rousing seasons as the title sponsor of the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, today Foxwoods Resort Casino and New Hampshire Motor Speedway have reaffirmed their commitment to bringing world-class racing to New England at “The Magic Mile” by announcing their

New Hampshire Motor Speedway to honor founder Bob Bahre during Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

New Hampshire Motor Speedway to honor founder Bob Bahre during Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

July 30, 2020
New Hampshire Motor Speedway will honor track founder Bob Bahre during pre-race ceremonies before Sunday’s running of the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, officials announced today. A pioneer in motorsports across New England, Bahre passed away last week at the age of 93

New Hampshire Motor Speedway puts fans first with safety protocols at Sunday’s race

New Hampshire Motor Speedway puts fans first with safety protocols at Sunday’s race

July 29, 2020
As New England’s first live major league sports event with spectators since the onset of the pandemic, Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway will mark the most anticipated event of the 30th anniversary season at “The Magic Mile.” Speedway

New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Partners Roll Out Virtual Fan Engagement Opportunities Ahead of Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Partners Roll Out Virtual Fan Engagement Opportunities Ahead of Sunday’s Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

With only a limited number of fans allowed to take part in Sunday’s 30th anniversary running of the Foxwoods Resort Casino 301, New Hampshire Motor Speedway and its partners have rolled out a multitude of opportunities for fans to remain engaged and entertained through

Sad News – Bob Bahre

Sad News – Bob Bahre

July 24, 2020
Bob Bahre, former owner of New Hampshire Motor Speedway and Oxford Plains Speedway, has died at age 93, according to tweets and news accounts on Friday

New Hampshire Motor Speedway to host fans for Aug. 2 Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

New Hampshire Motor Speedway to host fans for Aug. 2 Foxwoods Resort Casino 301

June 25, 2020
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu has approved a comprehensive action plan to allow fans to attend the rescheduled NASCAR Cup Series Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Sunday, Aug. 2. The race will be broadcast live on NBCSN, Sirius XM NASCAR

Track Stats & Links

Was named New Hampshire International Speedway until SMI bought the track in late
2007/early 2008 and renamed it New Hampshire Motor Speedway

Track Specs:
Superspeedway: 1.058 mile oval
Turns: Banking: 12 degrees; Straights: 2 degrees
Length of Straights: Frontstretch – 1500ft; Backstretch – 1500ft
Grandstand Seating: 77,000 [down from 88,000]

Track Websites and Social Media:
New Hampshire Motor Speedway website
Speedway Motorsports
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Track Stats – Racing-reference.info