Humpy Wheeler, a native of Belmont, North Carolina, ran Charlotte Motor Speedway for 33 years, and became famous for revolutionizing the way NASCAR events were promoted. His pre-race shows were the stuff of legend, including bringing in Robosaurus, which is a giant, mechanical fire-breathing robot that eats cars.Credited as a trueContinue Reading
Known as the P.T. Barnum of Racing, H.A. Humpy Wheeler revolutionized the fan experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway and across NASCAR. SourceContinue Reading
Following the release of the 2026 schedule for all three national divisions, NASCAR executive vice president and chief venue and racing innovation officer, Ben Kennedy, took part in a media availability to discuss some of the changes. He was joined by Jusan Hamilton, the managing director, competition operations.Along with schedule-specific questions,Continue Reading
For the first time in the history of the division, NASCAR Trucks will compete on a street course. When NASCAR unveiled the schedule for all three national divisions on Wednesday, the new included hidden gem among the expected changes. IndyCar and NASCAR have partnered like this before, but never at St.Continue Reading
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule has been released, and there is a lot to take in. While the beginning of the season remains the same, things start to look quite different the further you go. There are the expected changes, such as Homestead regaining its crown as the seasonContinue Reading
NASCAR’s Ben Kennedy details the sport’s inaugural visit to Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, where the Craftsman Truck Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and Cup Series will race June 19-21, 2026. SourceContinue Reading
NASCAR’s Ben Kennedy announces the sport’s return to Chicagoland Speedway, where the Cup Series and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will race July 4 weekend in 2026. SourceContinue Reading
NASCAR’s Ben Kennedy announces North Wilkesboro Speedway’s return to the Cup Series 2026 schedule as the All-Star Race shifts to Dover. SourceContinue Reading
Nine days earlier than last year, NASCAR has officially confirmed the 2026 schedule for all three of its national divisions, including the Cup Series. Next year will have several notable changes, including some new tracks, surprising date changes and a different look to the playoffs.Officially, Mexico City and the ChicagoContinue Reading
For better or worse, the ‘win and you’re in’ aspect of the NASCAR Cup playoffs has turned the regular season finale at Daytona into the ultimate wildcard race. There are 20 drivers in a must-win situation, and if any reach Victory Lane on Saturday night, then they would be guaranteedContinue Reading