Sam Mayer Suspended for Championship Race at Phoenix

Following this past Saturday’s Xfinity Series race at Martinsville Speedway and the intentional wrecking of Jeb Burton’s No. 27 Chevrolet following the drop of the checkered flag, Sam Mayer is suspended. His suspension comes as the Xfinity Series heads to Phoenix for the Series Championship. Mayer, driver of the Haas Factory Team No. 41 Ford Mustang, and Jeb Burton traded blows under green at Martinsville, … Continue reading Sam Mayer Suspended for Championship Race at Phoenix

Three Potential 2026 Formats Remain for NASCAR

We all know that NASCAR and the industry have been in fierce conversations this season about a potential change to the Championship format as soon as the 2026 season. Fans and industry personalities alike have clearly felt that the current format has run aground, and even the TV numbers have fallen substantially year over year. It is time to take it out behind the barn, … Continue reading Three Potential 2026 Formats Remain for NASCAR

The Biggest problem with the Next Gen No One Talks About!

This season has highlighted Ty Gibbs’ struggle with the Next Gen. The man who won 12 Xfinity races, including his debut at 18 years old, won the Xfinity championship at an incredible 19 years old. Now, recently, he broke the record for most starts without a win at JGR, breaking the record set by JJ Yeley. Ty Gibbs is far from an Outlier in the … Continue reading The Biggest problem with the Next Gen No One Talks About!

Whelen Engineering Will Continue to Support Jesse Love Jr. into 2026

Press Release via RCR Staff WELCOME, N.C. (October 24, 2025) – Whelen Engineering, a global leader in the emergency warning industry for over 70 years, will continue their partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2026 as anchor sponsor on the No. 2 Chevrolet in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Jesse Love will return to the organization to pilot the race-winning entry. “Richard Childress Racing has been an … Continue reading Whelen Engineering Will Continue to Support Jesse Love Jr. into 2026

Ryan Sieg #39: Near Victories and Amazing Determination

In NASCAR, an elite class with top-tier equipment makes it difficult for teams without massive investments to catch them. Owner-driver Ryan Sieg has handled the struggle better than most. Sieg has yet to win, but his near-late-stage win at the 2025 Hard Rock Bet 300 was the most recent reminder of his greatness and passion for racing. A Near-Stage Win at the 2025 Hard Rock … Continue reading Ryan Sieg #39: Near Victories and Amazing Determination

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Has Always Been Underrated!

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has earned the nickname Wrecky Spinhouse Jr. due to his constant incidents with other drivers, starting with his infamous 2018 season. With incidents with Kyle Busch, Kevin Harvick, Chase Elliott, Ryan Preece, and any foreign driver that dares enter the series. This wasn’t always the case, though. Stenhouse Was the Most Promising Prospect In NASCAR In 2013 He won back-to-back Nationwide Series … Continue reading Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Has Always Been Underrated!

Austin Hill – He May Not Be Liked, But he’s Damn Good

From questionable contact made on the track to his attitude toward some fans, Austin Hill may not be likable to most. But damn is he good. Austin Hill scored his 14th career Xfinity Series victory this past weekend, his 11th on a superspeedway track. That means Austin has only three victories off the high banks: Martinsville, Pocono, and Las Vegas. Why Fans Hate Him What … Continue reading Austin Hill – He May Not Be Liked, But he’s Damn Good

Major NASCAR 2026 Season Rumors

The 2025 season is nearly upon us, and that means we are hearing major rumblings all across the industry. Some of these may be bigger news than others, should they prove to be true; some may be tiny. But here are just a few of our favorites. *Keep in mind, these are RUMORS and are in no way substantiated. This is just a bit of … Continue reading Major NASCAR 2026 Season Rumors

Burnin Rubber Radio Exlcusive Interview: Bobby Dale Earnhardt

Interview performed and written by Kathleen Woodin of Burnin’ Rubber Radio. Image Credit: Andy DeLay I recently did an interview with Bobby Dale Earnhardt, and it was exciting! Being a huge NASCAR fan myself, this was a “Oh Wow” dream-come-true moment for me. I was nervous at first, but I was told Bobby Dale was easy-going and not to be nervous. You know what? He … Continue reading Burnin Rubber Radio Exlcusive Interview: Bobby Dale Earnhardt

Xfinty Series Gateway Results

Gateway was the final race of the Regular Season for the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2025, so it was a hell of a battle from those who needed to get the race win in one last-ditch effort to qualify for the 2025 Playoffs. On top of qualifying for the Playoffs, it was a significant battle for the Regular Season Championship between teammates Zilisch and Allgaier. … Continue reading Xfinty Series Gateway Results