Thinkin’ Out Loud at Phoenix: Isn’t Racing Much More Fun Without Playoffs?
The Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway felt much more relaxed knowing that the idea of playoffs – more specifically, win-and-you’re-in – is no longer a thing.
The Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway felt much more relaxed knowing that the idea of playoffs – more specifically, win-and-you’re-in – is no longer a thing.
NASCAR’s approval system seems to be more in the interest of good PR than who can actually drive a racecar.
Layne Riggs and Chandler Smith both seem ready for a shot at a full-time Cup ride, so Front Row Motorsports’ Cup guys may need to step it up in 2026.
Tyler Reddick has now won eight races since joining 23XI Racing in 2023. His Airness has been at the track for six of them.
The Craftsman Truck Series’ inaugural race on the Streets of St. Petersburg was so fun, its spot on the schedule should already be penciled in for next year.
The lawsuit stems over an alleged dispute in the car number Honeyman would drive in the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season.
Whether it’s the best race of the year or the worst, the Truck Series’ inaugural race on the Streets of St. Petersburg will be one to remember.
After going winless in 2025, Tyler Reddick going back-to-back in 2026 might be the start of a big year for the No. 45 team.
The Craftsman Truck Series race was just 10 laps from going the full distance, but was cut short due to television arbitrarily deciding when the race ended.
The Blue Ovals are next to absent in the O’Reilly field this year, with only two cars planning a full-time season.