Tag: Charlotte Motor Speedway

IndyCar

Newgarden Leads Larson in Rain-Shortened Indy 500 Practice

The reigning Indy 500 winner, Josef Newgarden, led the field on Wednesday’s Indy 500 practice session. Rain shortened the first day of the Indianapolis 500, presented by Gainbridge Open Test. Of the 1327 laps run by the competitors, Newgarden’s 39.3338-second lap placed him firmly on top of the pilon at 228.811MPH. Newgarden’s time sits at just .4216 seconds and 2.427MPH faster than Rookie and 2021 … Continue reading Newgarden Leads Larson in Rain-Shortened Indy 500 Practice

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NASCAR, Xfinity Series

Hendrick Motorsports Xfinity Program is Back for a Third-Year

After over a decade of absence from the then-Busch Series, Hendrick Motorsports made their return to the Xfinity Series in 2022 as a part-time ride for Cup Series regulars Alex Bowman, William Byron, and Kyle Larson. Fielding the No. 17 Chevrolet Camaro SS, the HMS ride has made 10 starts in the last 2 seasons with numerous top 5 finishes, and they are looking to … Continue reading Hendrick Motorsports Xfinity Program is Back for a Third-Year

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Cup Series, NASCAR

7x Adds Three More Races to 2024 Season

Legacy Motor Club team Co-Owner Jimmie Johnson added 3 more races to his part-time 2024 season Tuesday morning. The announcement comes with Carvana as the primary sponsor for the No. 84 Camry for the 2024 Daytona 500 next month, the Brickyard 400 in June, and the Phoenix Championship race in November. The three starts with Carvana will be added to the previously announced starts for … Continue reading 7x Adds Three More Races to 2024 Season

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Cup Series, NASCAR

Drive for a Cause: Bidding on Autographed Race-Used Pink Window Nets

In the world of motorsports, the power of speed and precision can save seconds on the track. However, there’s another race we all need to support – the race against breast cancer. The “Window of Hope” fundraiser, an annual event with a noble cause, kicked off over the past weekend, and you can be a part of it by bidding on autographed race-used pink window … Continue reading Drive for a Cause: Bidding on Autographed Race-Used Pink Window Nets

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Cup Series, NASCAR

Has the Charlotte Roval Run Its Course in NASCAR?

The Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval has been a captivating and polarizing addition to the NASCAR schedule since its introduction in 2018. This unique hybrid track combines an infield road course with a portion of the traditional oval, creating a challenging and unpredictable racing experience. However, as we concluded its sixth year on the schedule, it’s worth pondering whether the Roval has run its course in … Continue reading Has the Charlotte Roval Run Its Course in NASCAR?

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Cup Series, NASCAR

Why 23XI Should Not Be Considered The Favorites This Weekend

The NASCAR Cup Series has invaded the Charlotte Motor Speedway for this weekend’s battle on the Roval. Qualifying for Sunday’s event took place earlier this morning/afternoon and 23XI has been labeled the weekend favorites, but I am here to tell you why that should not be the case. Tyler Reddick (Pole) and Bubba Wallace (4th) both qualified in the top 5 for Sunday’s race and … Continue reading Why 23XI Should Not Be Considered The Favorites This Weekend

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NASCAR, Xfinity Series

NFPA Teams up With Emerling-Gase Motorsports at the Roval

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is teaming up with Emerling-Gase Motorsports to promote Fire Prevention week spanning Oct. 8-14 with the theme being “Cooking safety starts with YOU, pay attention to fire prevention.” This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.,” comes in response to NFPA’s latest cooking fire report, which shows that cooking remains by … Continue reading NFPA Teams up With Emerling-Gase Motorsports at the Roval

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