Bubba Wallace Running No. 45 for Rest of 2022
Ty Gibbs will drive the No. 23 instead for now while Bubba Wallace helps 23XI Racing in their bid for the owner’s championship.
Cup Series News
NASCAR News Avalanche: What Daytona News Dump Means for 2023 Silly Season
Even when cars weren’t on track at Daytona, the regular-season finale and the weekend surrounding it brought forth plenty of NASCAR news.
Entry List: 2022 Cook Out Southern 500
One driver change from last week: JJ Yeley in the No. 15 for Rick Ware Racing.
Austin Dillon Wins Daytona Finale, Ryan Blaney Earns Final Playoff Spot
Martin Truex Jr., despite a top-10 finish at Daytona, will not make the 2022 playoffs while winner Austin Dillon earned a postseason spot.
Coke Zero Sugar 400 Postponed to Sunday Morning
The NASCAR Cup Series’ final race of the 2022 regular season was postponed due to rain.
Aric Almirola Not Retiring, Signs Multi-Year Deal With SHR
Almirola is back through at least 2024.
Kyle Larson Awarded Pole at Daytona After Qualifying Rained Out
Larson wins the pole by virtue of his Watkins Glen win.
Daniel Suarez Back With Trackhouse for 2023
Suarez will drive the No. 99 for a third season.
Greg Ives Retiring as Crew Chief After 2022
Ives is currently Alex Bowman’s crew chief.
Zane Smith Returning to FRM for 2023
Smith will also make multiple Cup starts for the team.
Kurt Busch Will Miss Beginning of Playoffs, Waiver Withdrawn
Two spots will be available at Daytona.
Joey Logano Extends With Penske for 2023 & Beyond
The exact length of the extension is not known.