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Defiant Gragson not backing down after recent criticism
Noah Gragson is not backing down from blowback to his fiery post-race comments after a disappointing end to Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race.
Reddick: 'Poor restart was the difference' in Homestead loss
Tyler Reddick put in a heroic drive in the closing laps Sunday at Homestead-Miami Speedway, but came up one position short of the race win.
Myatt Snider snags first Xfinity win in dramatic Homestead race
Myatt Snider captured the checkered flag for the first time in his NASCAR Xfinity Series career after a dramatic race Saturday at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
NASCAR suspends Chip Ganassi for COVID-19 protocol violation
Team owner Chip Ganassi has been penalized for violating NASCAR's COVID-19 policy.
Elliott's road course win streak ends with late spin
Chase Elliott's hope of winning five consecutive road course races ended Sunday at the Daytona International Speedway Road Course.
Video: Looking back on the final NASCAR race on Daytona beach
NASCAR's Jonathan Merryman and NASCAR historian Ken Martin travel back in time to the 1958 Beach and Road Course race in Daytona.
John Hunter Nemechek to run partial Xfinity schedule
John Hunter Nemechek will join Sam Hunt Racing for select NASCAR Xfinity Series races during the 2021 season.
Hamlin's chance at Daytona 500 history ends with top-five
Denny Hamlin was hoping to become the first driver in NASCAR history to win three straight Daytona 500s. Despite a dominant showing Sunday, it just wasn't meant to be.
Michael Jordan says Bubba Wallace has "the talent to win"
23XI Racing owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, alongside driver Bubba Wallace sat down with Michael Strahan to talk about the new team's foray into NASCAR competition.
NASCAR spotters: Their critical role at the Daytona 500
Spotters play a critical role in NASCAR, and their purpose is never more important than it will be in Sunday's 63rd running of the Daytona 500.
2021 Daytona 500 starting lineup in pictures
The field is set for the 63rd running of the Daytona 500.
Wallace: "I’ve got a lot to learn" after nearly winning Duel
Bubba Wallace and the newly established 23XI Racing team have already made some noise at Daytona International Speedway this week.
Starting lineup set for the Duels at Daytona
Daytona 500 pole qualifying set the field for the Duels at Daytona where drivers will race it out for their starting positions in the big race.
2021 NASCAR Speedweeks at Daytona schedule
NASCAR returns for the 2021 season-opener at Daytona International Speedway with all three national divisions present and seven races planned.
Larson "extremely grateful" for second chance in NASCAR
Kyle Larson is back and hoping to make the most of his second chance in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Preece 'not stressed at all' about qualifying for Daytona 500
Ryan Preece finds himself without a guaranteed spot in this year's Daytona 500, but the prospect of having to fight for a place in the field doesn't intimidate him at all.
Joe Gibbs Racing announces extension with Hamlin, FedEx
Joe Gibbs Racing has extended its agreement with driver Denny Hamlin and FedEx in a new multi-year deal.
JD Motorsports add fourth full-time entry with Ryan Vargas
Ryan Vargas has secured a full-time ride for the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series season.
NASCAR releases stage lengths for the 2021 season
NASCAR has released stage lengths for the 2021 season.
Timothy Peters back full-time in the NASCAR Truck Series
Timothy Peters joins the newly formed Rackley W.A.R NASCAR Truck Series team for the 2021 season.
Taylor Gray penalized for using cell phone during ARCA test
Taylor Gray has been penalized for filming himself while on track testing at Daytona International Speedway.
Taylor Gray likely facing penalties for filming himself testing
15-year-old Taylor Gray will likely face penalties after filming himself during a pre-season ARCA test, a NASCAR spokesperson confirmed to Motorsport.com
Pitbull becomes co-owner at Trackhouse Racing
GRAMMY award-winning singer and songwriter Pitbull is taking on an ownership role at the Trackhouse Racing NASCAR team.
Raphael Lessard to run full Truck schedule with GMS Racing
Raphael Lessard's part-time NASCAR Truck Series ride with GMS Racing has been upgraded to the the full season for 2021.
Kaulig Racing to run limited Cup schedule in 2021
Kaulig Racing intends run a limited number of NASCAR Cup Series races in 2021 in addition to its NASCAR Xfinity Series program.
Christopher Bell: 2020 was "definitely a down year for JGR"
Christopher Bell previews the 2021 season as he finds himself in a new car with a different crew chief, searching for his first victory in the NASCAR Cup Series.
The ten closest finishes from the 2020 NASCAR season
The top three national divisions of NASCAR featured some exciting battles throughout a unusual year of racing. Take a look back at the ten closest margins of victory from the 2020 season;
NASCAR to run 3.41-mile Circuit of the Americas layout
NASCAR will run the 3.41-mile layout when the series visits Circuit of the Americas for the first time in 2021.
NASCAR releases starting times for the 2021 season
NASCAR has released starting times and networks for the 2021 Cup, Xfinity and Truck Series schedule.
Allmendinger to compete for NASCAR Xfinity title in 2021
A.J. Allmendinger will run the full 33-race NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule in 2021 with Kaulig Racing.
John Hunter Nemechek joins KBM for 2021 Truck season
John Hunter Nemechek will join Kyle Busch Motorsports for the 2021 NASCAR Truck Series season.
John Hunter Nemechek and Front Row Motorsports part ways
John Hunter Nemechek and Front Row Motorsports have parted ways after the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season.
Brett Moffitt leaves GMS, will move up to the Xfinity Series
2018 NASCAR Truck Series champion Brett Moffitt will make the move over to the NASCAR Xfinity Series for the 2021 season.
Jimmy Fennig named Roush Fenway Racing EVP of Competition
Jimmy Fennig has been named the executive vice president of competition at Roush Fenway Racing.
Johnson's 'heart is full' after ending NASCAR career at Phoenix
Jimmie Johnson ended his career as a full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver Sunday at Phoenix Raceway in an impressive showing for the seven-time series champion.
Chase Elliott fails inspection twice, will start from rear
Chase Elliott will be well behind his title rivals at the start of Sunday's season finale at Phoenix Raceway.
Gallery: A look back on Jimmie Johnson's legendary career
Jimmie Johnson's career as a full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver will end Sunday at Phoenix Raceway, so let's take a look back on the biggest moments from his Hall of Fame career.
Hamlin narrowly escapes elimination after 'tough' cutoff race
Denny Hamlin found himself in a perilous position during the final laps at Martinsville Speedway Sunday, but was ultimately able to escape elimination and snag the final transfer spot.
NASCAR Cup Series Championship 4 grid set
The eight-driver playoff field was cut in half Sunday at Martinsville Speedway with four drivers remaining to fight for the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series championship next weekend.
NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship 4 grid set
The eight-driver playoff field was cut in half Saturday at Martinsville Speedway with four drivers remaining to fight for the 2020 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship next weekend.
NASCAR Truck Series Championship 4 grid set
The eight-driver playoff field was cut in half Friday night at Martinsville Speedway with four drivers remaining to fight for the 2020 NASCAR Truck Series championship next weekend.
2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule released
The 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule has been released, featuring 33 events.
23XI Racing unveils car design, technical alliance with JGR
23XI Racing released more details regarding the highly anticipated NASCAR Cup Series team, including its paint scheme for the 2021 season.
Rudy Fugle named Byron's 2021 NASCAR Cup Series crew chief
Rudy Fugle will take the place of Chad Knaus atop the No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports pit box with driver William Byron in 2021.
Truex penalized, crew chief ejected after Texas inspection issue
Playoff driver Martin Truex Jr. faces an uphill climb after failing pre-race technical inspection twice at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday.
Harrison Burton spins, then wins dramatic Texas Xfinity race
Harrison Burton claimed a dramatic NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Texas Motor Speedway, passing Noah Gragson in the very last corner as they raced towards the checkered flag.
Josh Berry lands part-time Xfinity ride with JR Motorsports
Josh Berry is getting a shot in a top-tier NASCAR Xfinity Series car, courtesy of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and JR Motorsports
Go Fas Racing to scale back NASCAR operation in 2021
After seven straight seasons running full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, Go Fas Racing is transitioning to a part-time schedule in 2021.
Michael Jordan, Denny Hamlin reveal name for new NASCAR team
Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin's new NASCAR team will be known as 23XI Racing.
Kevin Harvick: "Our car was plenty fast to win the race today"
Kevin Harvick just missed out what could have been his tenth win of the 2020 season Sunday at Kansas Speedway, but remains in a strong position to advance into the Championship 4.
Video: Anthony Alfredo's rollover crash at Kansas
Anthony Alfredo went for a wild ride late in Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Kansas Speedway.
Hailie Deegan to run complete Truck schedule in 2021
Hailie Deegan will move to the NASCAR Truck Series full-time in 2021 with DGR-Crosley.
2012 NASCAR Truck Series champion James Buescher to make return
James Buescher will make his NASCAR Truck Series return on October 25 at Texas Motor Speedway
Zane Smith to remain with GMS Racing for 2021 season
Zane Smith will be back with GMS Racing for the 2021 NASCAR Truck Series season.
Clint Bowyer leaving SHR, to join FOX Sports booth in 2021
Clint Bowyer will leave Stewart-Haas Racing at the conclusion of the 2020 season and will join the FOX Sports booth next year.
NASCAR Hall of Fame induction ceremony postponed to 2022
The NASCAR Hall of Fame induction ceremony slated for February, 2021 has been postponed until early 2022 due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hailie Deegan to make NASCAR Truck Series debut at Kansas
Hailie Deegan will make her NASCAR Truck Series debut later this month at Kansas Speedway
NASCAR explains Talladega penalties, defends yellow line rule
The Talladega finish ended in a bit of controversy Sunday with the yellow line rule at the center of the debate.
Big wrecks eliminate playoff drivers
Aric Almirola's playoff hopes have been put in serious jeopardy following a crash while leading at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday.
NASCAR releases 2021 Cup Series rules package
The rules package for the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series has been released, which will feature both the high-downforce and low-downforce packages once again.