A ‘Cutt above! Honeycutt wins finale, 2026 Truck title

Kaden Honeycutt closes out the final laps at Homestead-Miami Speedway in clutch fashion to earn the 2026 Craftsman Truck Series Championship.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray examine Kyle Larson's commanding advantage over Denny Hamlin heading into Homestead, including the dramatic points swing between the two drivers during The Chase.

Rewatch the best highlights from the 500-lapper at Martinsville Speedway that saw William Byron earn his second consecutive win in the fall race.

Tyler Reddick recaps his 12th-place finish at Martinsville Speedway and discusses on his six-win campaign after being eliminated from championship contention.

William Byron sweeps the stages and leads 362 laps to earn his first win of the 2026 season and go back-to-back in the Martinsville Speedway fall race.

Carson Kvapil keeps his JR Motorsports teammate at bay in the final dash to win his third race and remain in title contention.

Denny Hamlin shares his reaction after scoring his sixth pole of 2026 and starting two spots ahead of Cup Series championship leader Kyle Larson for Sunday's penultimate race.

Chandler Smith closes out the race after a clutch final restart and takes Craftsman Truck Series win at Martinsville Speedway after Layne Riggs dominated the night.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray break down the keys to Martinsville, from Kyle Larson's championship lead to fuel strategy, tire management and surviving 500 laps at "The Paperclip."

Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano, Denny Hamlin, William Byron and Chase Elliott break down the challenges of Martinsville, including changing grip levels, shifting, tire wear, tight pit road and the patience needed to survive 500 laps.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray examine Kyle Larson's commanding Chase lead as Letarte shares his conversation with crew chief Cliff Daniels about the No. 5 team's strategy heading into Martinsville.

Steve Letarte breaks down the chain reaction and aggressive late-race pushing that preceded Joey Logano's rollover at Talladega.

Kyle Larson charges past Ricky Stenhouse Jr. in a thrilling overtime finish to win The Chase race at Talladega Superspeedway by just 0.04 seconds, earning his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at the track.

Watch Sammy Smith make his last lap to complete a remarkable two-race Talladega sweep across the Truck Series and O'Reilly Series.

Defending Talladega Superspeedway fall winner Chase Briscoe earns his first Cup Series pole of 2026 and hopes to repeat his 2025 triumph in this year's Cup Series Chase race.

Sammy Smith makes a late move to the outside and edges Tyler Ankrum by 0.091 seconds to win at Talladega as a multitruck wreck unfolds on the final lap.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray break down Talladega Superspeedway in 60 seconds, covering the tighter Cup Series Chase standings, smaller rear spoiler, stage strategy and the potential for another unpredictable finish.

Steve Letarte and Harrison Burton break down the tightening Cup Series Chase standings, with seven drivers separated by just 56 points entering Talladega.

Tyler Reddick battles past Chase Briscoe following a late restart and holds off Ryan Blaney by 0.801 seconds to win The Chase race at Phoenix.

Jesse Love holds off a last-lap charge from Sam Mayer to win the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase race at Phoenix by just 0.128 seconds.

Ryan Blaney celebrates winning the pole at Phoenix and an all-Team Penske front row, crediting his No. 12 crew for improving its qualifying speed as he looks to sweep the season's races at the track.

Kaden Honeycutt takes the checkered flag at Phoenix Raceway, beating out Christian Eckes to win the Craftsman Truck Series Chase race.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray preview Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series Chase race at Phoenix Raceway, breaking down stage lengths, fuel strategy, the dogleg and pit-road challenges ahead of the 312-lap event.

Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, William Byron and Chris Buescher explain the challenges of racing at Phoenix, from navigating the dogleg and apron to surviving some of the toughest restarts on the Cup Series schedule.

The "Inside the Race" crew talks about Denny Hamlin's 2026 Chase stretch and whether he can find another gear beginning at Phoenix Raceway, the site of his 2025 title heartbreak.

Chase Briscoe holds off Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Christopher Bell in a dramatic photo finish at Charlotte, surviving late contact and a wobble on the final lap to score the victory.

Brexton Busch honors his father during Kyle Busch's Celebration of Life, performing a burnout in the No. 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet before recreating his dad's signature bow.

Daniel Suárez shares how Kyle Busch mentored him early in his NASCAR career, offering advice that helped him become a race winner.

Samantha Busch delivers a heartfelt tribute to her late husband Kyle, reflecting on their family, his happiness away from racing and the legacy he leaves behind.

During Kyle Busch's Celebration of Life at Charlotte, Kurt Busch reflects on helping pave the way for his younger brother and always believing in his potential.

Layne Riggs takes the lead after Kaden Honeycutt brushes the wall late, then holds off Christian Eckes to win the Truck Chase race at Charlotte.

Steve Letarte, Todd Gordon and Kyle Petty preview NASCAR's fall return to the Charlotte oval and explain how a shorter 400-mile race could increase the urgency for Chase contenders.

Daniel Suárez scored stage points early at Las Vegas Motor Speedway but was not happy with how the opening frame ended.

Chase Briscoe holds off Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick to win at Las Vegas as Larson hits the wall and makes contact with Reddick in a wild final-lap finish.

Corey Day gets into the wall and makes contact with Carson Kvapil but is still able to pull away and net his third win of 2026.

Hear from Denny Hamlin after the Joe Gibbs Racing driver won his 53rd career Busch Light Pole Award and aims for third consecutive Las Vegas win.

Joey Logano, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson and Daniel Suárez explain the challenges of racing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, from tire strategy and changing track conditions to the bumps that make restarts especially tricky.

Kyle Larson checked all the boxes at Kansas Speedway, delivering a knockout punch late to win his second race of the season.

Hear from Tricon Garage driver Kaden Honeycutt after his tenacious Kansas Speedway victory, his third triumph of the season.

Joey Logano talks how there's extra motivation to win a Cup Series title in The Chase presented by Mobil 1 format and how it would validate his legacy.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray assess The Chase standings after Bristol, crossing off drivers they believe have fallen too far behind and sizing up the contenders entering Kansas.

Rewind through the race as Joey Logano capitalizes on late chaos to win at Bristol before Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar's on-track clash spills into a post-race fight.

Recap everything that happened between Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar during the 2026 Bristol Night Race as the two Chase drivers clash.

Ryan Blaney confronts Carson Hocevar after the race, sparking a physical altercation following their late-race contact.

Watch the extended sequence of how Joey Logano takes the checkered flag and wins the NASCAR Cup Series Chase race at Bristol.

Joined by their children, Brexton and Lennix, Samantha Busch remembers the late Kyle Busch, his connection to Bristol and the fans before calling for a Lap 18 salute to Rowdy.

Jake Garcia takes the checkered flag at Bristol, beating Bayley Currey by 1.305 seconds for his first career Truck Series victory.

Watch the trailer for 'Suárez,' a new documentary chronicling Daniel Suárez's impact on NASCAR and his emotional homecoming for the Mexico City race.

Kyle Larson survives a chaotic finish and multiple overtime restarts to score his first NASCAR Cup Series victory of 2026.

Jesse Love holds on after his late pass of Carson Kvapil to win Chase race No. 2 at World Wide Technology Raceway.

Joey Logano earns the Cup Series pole at World Wide Technology Raceway and says the No. 22 team needs to capitalize with maximum points in Chase race No. 2.

Daniel Suárez discusses how Spire Motorsports carries itself as a contender and how the Carson Hocevar-Brad Keselowski rivalry affects it.

Todd Gordon talks with Denny Hamlin, Austin Cindric and Joey Logano about the braking, shifting and changing racing lines drivers will face at World Wide Technology Raceway.

The "Inside the Race" crew breaks down World Wide Technology Raceway's unique demands and illustrates why Team Penske could make noise in Chase race No. 2.

Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon analyze The Chase table after the opening race and calculate which drivers need to find big point swings.

Then ask your favorite driver if Dega-Con is right for you -- coming Oct. 23-25 at Talladega Superspeedway.

Watch Michael McDowell's in-car camera and hear the No. 71 driver's perspective as he makes contact that forces Denny Hamlin into the wall at Darlington Raceway.

Ride along with Carson Hocevar as the No. 77 driver gets frustrated during his battle with Brad Keselowski that ends with No. 6 driver going for a spin.

Todd Gordon and Steve Letarte pick their weekend winners from Darlington Raceway, with Josh Berry continuing to stack impressive results.

Harrison Burton joins Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon to discuss what led to Carson Hocevar spinning out Brad Keselowski in Stage 1 and the post-race fallout.

The "Inside the Race" crew discuss everything that unfolded on the final restart at Darlington Raceway and how the Southern 500 win played into Christopher Bell's hands.

Christopher Bell runs down Kyle Larson in the closing laps and seals a statement victory to start The Chase.

Sheldon Creed takes the checkered flag to win the opening race of the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase at Darlington Raceway.

Tyler Reddick reacts to taking the Darlington pole after weather canceled Cup practice and qualifying, giving the No. 45 a strong start to the Chase opener.

Hear from several Chase drivers on why Darlington Raceway lives up to its name as the track "Too Tough to Tame."

The Cup Series opens the 2026 Chase presented by Mobil 1 with a crown jewel in the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. Inside the Race's Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray explain why the historic venue is perfect as a postseason opener, and what to expect.

Rewind through the race as Ryan Preece survives a chaotic overtime finish to win at Daytona and claim the final spot in The Chase.

Ryan Preece takes the lead amid multiple final-lap crashes to win at Daytona and earn his first Cup Series points-paying victory.

Ride onboard with Daniel Suárez as contact with John Hunter Nemechek sends the No. 42 spinning during pit stops at Daytona.

RFK Racing teammates Chris Buescher and Ryan Preece wreck from the lead as Stage 1 ends, allowing Shane van Gisbergen to steal the opening-frame win.

Watch several replays and in-car cameras from the chaotic wreck that ended Stage 1 at Daytona International Speedway.

Ryan Sieg survives a frantic overtime finish to win at Daytona by 0.149 seconds over Austin Hill as Josh Bilicki crashes behind the leaders.

Ross Chastain credits Trackhouse Racing and ECR Engines after winning the Busch Light Pole Award for Saturday night's Cup Series regular-season finale at Daytona.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's "The Morning Drive," NASCAR Cup Series Senior Managing Director Brad Moran illustrates how Daytona's new package could create bigger runs and more passing.

Rewind through the race as Ryan Blaney overcomes changing conditions and late pressure to win at New Hampshire.

Ryan Blaney keeps Bubba Wallace at bay as the skies clear to win the NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Tyler Reddick explains how his No. 45 23XI Racing team turned an unhappy practice session into a pole-winning qualifying effort at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

On 'NASCAR Inside the Race,' Jamie McMurray and Todd Gordon preview New Hampshire -- where two tires, four tires or staying out can all put drivers in position to contend.

A U.S. Navy sailor reflects on the work behind NASCAR's weekend at Naval Base Coronado and the deeply personal meaning it held for him in Episode 3 of 'NASCAR Americana.'

Episode 3 of 'NASCAR Americana' looks back on Jeff Gordon's rise, dominance and the distinctive style that helped him connect with a new generation of NASCAR fans.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Ryan Blaney draws high praise for his raw ability, with Todd Gordon calling him the Cup Series' most talented driver.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's "The Morning Drive," NASCAR Cup Series Senior Managing Director Brad Moran explains the move to 50-minute practice sessions and a revised commitment line beginning at New Hampshire.

Listen in as Carson Hocevar suffers engine trouble and stalls at Richmond Raceway, with Tyler Reddick and Bubba Wallace reacting to the incident.

Jeff Gordon explains why Connor Zilisch has the talent, communication skills and team-first approach that make him a strong fit for Hendrick Motorsports.

Connor Zilisch explains the difficulty of leaving Trackhouse Racing, founded by Justin Marks, and why the opportunity to join Hendrick Motorsports was too hard to pass up.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Jamie McMurray and Todd Gordon break down how Christopher Bell's alternate pit strategy unraveled against eventual winner Joey Logano late at Richmond.

Richmond Raceway winner Joey Logano says criticism of his past championships gives the No. 22 team extra motivation.

Joey Logano explains how Paul Wolfe, Joe Bisson and the entire Team Penske group helped lift the No. 22 team from running around 20th two months ago to winning at Richmond.

Austin Cindric praises Richmond winner Joey Logano and the collaboration across Team Penske after a strong night for the organization.

Rewind through the Cup Series race as Joey Logano battles Chase Briscoe and takes the checkered flag at Richmond.

Christopher Bell credits his team for maximizing an alternate strategy and turning what he calls a 12th-place car into a seventh-place finish.

Chase Briscoe says losing his brakes during a late run cost him the advantage he needed to challenge Joey Logano for the NASCAR Cup Series win at Richmond Raceway.

Joey Logano says the boys on the No. 22 team are getting hot at the right time after holding off Chase Briscoe at Richmond.

Joey Logano keeps Chase Briscoe at bay over the closing laps to take the checkered flag in the NASCAR Cup Series contest at Richmond Raceway.

Austin Cindric narrowly avoids a pit-road collision with Daniel Suárez during a hectic green-flag pit cycle in Stage 2 at Richmond.

Kaden Honeycutt goes wire-to-wire, sweeping the stages and holding off Corey Heim to win the Truck Series race at Richmond.

Ryan Blaney says Ty Gibbs' M&M's paint scheme at Bristol Motor Speedway will be an "eye-opening" way to honor Kyle Busch and his family.

Ryan Blaney says favorable cloud cover helped his qualifying lap as he earns the Busch Light Pole Award at Richmond Raceway.

Denny Hamlin discusses the current points format and how sustained consistency can help drivers claw their way out of a deficit.

Hear from Shane van Gisbergen after he secures the pole position for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Richmond.

Christopher Bell explains why the gut-punch of another second-place finish this season lessens as the week progresses.

Kurt Busch looks back on the Busch brothers' humble beginnings and Kyle Busch's winning legacy in Episode 2 of "NASCAR Americana."

Episode 2 of "NASCAR Americana" examines Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s cultural impact and how his death became a reckoning far beyond the race track.

Episode 2 of "NASCAR Americana" explores how family ties and shared traditions have shaped generations of drivers and fans.

Austin Dillon makes contact with Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin on the final lap before taking the checkered flag at Richmond Raceway in August 2024.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte explains how NASCAR's new stage-break rule could force drivers to attack sooner and alter strategy at Richmond Raceway.

Steve Letarte explains on "Inside the Race" how tire falloff and changing grip will force drivers to search for speed around Richmond Raceway.

Listen to what was said over team radios at Iowa Speedway when Ricky Stenhouse Jr. spun from a four-wide battle deep in the field.

The "Inside the Race" crew go around the horn and discuss which three drivers they felt had exceptional weekends at Iowa Speedway.

The Inside the Race crew dives into pit-stop choreography and compares mistakes from the No. 54 JGR and No. 9 Hendrick teams.

Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon debate the penalty for changing brake pads before a race and how it impacted several Joe Gibbs Racing teams.

John Hunter Nemechek made slight contact with Kyle Larson that pushed the No. 5 Chevrolet back in the field, triggering a wreck with Alex Bowman.

Rewind through the race from green flag to checkered as Ty Gibbs survives the late charge from Christopher Bell to win at Iowa Speedway.

Crew chief Tyler Allen says previous tire data gave the No. 54 team confidence to take two tires, calling it the best chance to get Ty Gibbs ahead of Christopher Bell at Iowa.

Denny Hamlin details racing with brake issues throughout the day at Iowa, joking he would "retire at the end of the year" if he had to do it every week.

Chase Briscoe says long-run speed helped produce a strong Iowa finish as the No. 19 team continues building momentum late in the regular season.

Ryan Blaney says the No. 12 team recovered from losing track position mid-race to finish third after leading a race-high 129 laps at Iowa Speedway.

Ty Gibbs points to improved team chemistry after holding off Christopher Bell to score the Cup Series victory at Iowa Speedway.

Christopher Bell shares his disappointment after finishing behind Ty Gibbs at Iowa, crediting his teammate for avoiding mistakes late.

Ty Gibbs holds off his JGR teammate Christopher Bell by 0.253 seconds to win the NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway.

Kyle Larson moves down the track and makes contact with Alex Bowman, sending both Hendrick Motorsports cars into the outside wall.

Tyler Reddick takes responsibility for the early incident that collected Erik Jones, calling it a mistake and saying he hates it ended a fellow Toyota driver's day.

Replays show Tyler Reddick getting sideways in Turn 1 before collecting Erik Jones, who slams the wall during the opening laps at Iowa Speedway.

Erik Jones says the early crash puts his Chase hopes in a much tougher spot, leaving him with three races to try to win and make up ground.

Carson Kvapil holds off Rajah Caruth in double overtime to win the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Iowa Speedway.

Ryan Blaney says the No. 12 team is still within reach of the regular-season title and sees a big opportunity over the final four races.

Carson Hocevar talks about how Spire Motorsports has surged this year and now sits higher in points than alliance team Hendrick Motorsports.

Carson Hocevar shares his thoughts on being a Cup Series championship contender by sitting fifth in points four races before The Chase.

Ryan Blaney claims his third pole of the season at Iowa Speedway and looks ahead to how he can manage the race on Sunday.

Ryan Blaney sports a special Kyle Busch tribute helmet featuring several of Busch's most memorable schemes during Cup qualifying at Iowa.

Chase Elliott drives on old roads in Dawsonville, Georgia, and reflects on the beginnings of the sport in Episode 1 of 'NASCAR Americana.'

As Episode 1 of "NASCAR Americana" on USA Network illustrates, NASCAR drivers have long embodied a uniquely American brand of bravery.

NASCAR announced Thursday that it will implement a new stage-break procedure for all national series beginning this weekend at Iowa Speedway.

The "Inside the Race" crew explains why Iowa Speedway is a Midwest mashup that defies every track comparison with its blend of short-track contact and intermediate-style racing room.

Connor Zilisch reflects on a frustrating stretch and his simple goal for race day: leave the track happy after a clean run.

Connor Zilisch's family recalls the karting flips that earned him the nickname "Flipper" and tested his confidence early in his racing journey.

Watch Ricky Stenhouse Jr.'s engine expire off Turn 4 before Carl Edwards slams into the No. 6 and pushes him across the line for a dramatic 2011 Iowa victory.

Watch Jeff Gordon use a late bump-and-run on Rusty Wallace to score a dramatic NASCAR Cup Series win at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2002.

'Inside the Race' explains how Iowa Speedway's distinctive layout creates room for close racing while its passionate crowd gives the track a big-event atmosphere.

The 'NASCAR Inside the Race' crew examines Hendrick Motorsports' recent points decline and Joey Logano's surge from 20th to 13th in the standings.

Get a first look at 'NASCAR 26' gameplay, including dynamic track technology, cross-platform multiplayer, The Chase mode, new tracks and more ahead of the game's Sept. 18 launch.

Hear the in-car and spotter audio as Carson Hocevar tries to get around Corey Heim on fresh tires, but Heim shuts the door on the No. 77 during their battle at Indy.

The "Inside the Race" crew compares Corey Heim and Connor Zilisch, weighing equipment, age and experience behind their contrasting Cup Series results.

For Indy 'Weekend Winners,' Kyle Petty praises Ford after placing four cars in the top 10, while Steve Letarte gives the nod to In-Season Challenge champion Todd Gilliland.

Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon compare Corey Heim and Ty Gibbs' pit strategies, showing how fuel allocation and a late caution helped swing the Brickyard 400.

Steve Letarte and Todd Gordon break down how Joey Logano's push -- and a disconnect by the JGR drivers -- helped Corey Heim take control on the final restart and win the Brickyard 400.

Ride along with Todd Gilliland as his team keeps him updated on Ryan Blaney's trouble before confirming the No. 34 driver has secured the $1 million In-Season Challenge prize at Indianapolis.

In-car cameras and scanner audio capture Ryan Blaney's frustration and John Hunter Nemechek's apology after late contact sends Blaney into the wall at Indianapolis.

In-car cameras and scanner audio capture Noah Gragson taking exception to Connor Zilisch's blocking before the two make contact under caution at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Corey Heim shares what it is like working with veteran crew chief Bootie Barker and how their relationship has quickly developed.

No. 67 23XI Racing crew chief Bootie Barker praises how Corey Heim is already equal to some of the best drivers in the Cup Series.

Rewatch the best highlights from the 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway that saw Corey Heim win his second NASCAR Cup Series race.

Hear from 2026 Brickyard 400 winner Corey Heim and what the 23XI Racing driver did to claim his second career Cup Series win in his 15th start.

Hear from 2026 In-Season Challenge champion Todd Gilliland and what the milestone means to him and the No. 34 Front Row Motorsports team.

Corey Heim holds off Christopher Bell and Joey Logano to win the crown-jewel race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Ryan Blaney gets contact from John Hunter Nemechek, which pushes the No. 12 up and into the wall adding peril to the In-Season Challenge finale.

Chase Elliott hits the wall early in Stage 2 while battling for 24th at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and is forced to pit road for repairs.

Trouble strikes for Kyle Larson early in the Brickyard 400 as the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet hits the outside wall.

Carson Kvapil holds off Justin Allgaier in the closing moments at the Brickyard to earn his first career NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series triumph.

Carson Hocevar shares his excitement after edging out Denny Hamlin for the Busch Light Pole Award at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Layne Riggs earns his fifth win of 2026 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park by leading 198 out of 200 laps.

During NASCAR Cup Series practice, drivers navigate the deceptively tiny bumps around Indianapolis Motor Speedway as Austin Cindric returns to the garage with an apparent electrical issue.

Ryan Preece has a left-rear tire go down after a handful of laps in NASCAR Cup Series practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway as the broadcast crew discusses the possible causes.

2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge finalists Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland break down their pickle-based back-and-forth, from trash talk to Blaney's mustache cleanup.

Paul Wolfe explains what Indianapolis Motor Speedway means to Roger Penske and why performing well at the Brickyard carries added significance for the organization.

On "Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty preview the Brickyard 400, from Indianapolis' crown-jewel prestige to the qualifying and pit strategy that can decide the race.

Take a look at 'NASCAR Americana,' a special three-part docuseries premiering Aug. 9 exclusively on the USA Network.

Shane van Gisbergen reflects on racing up front, ultimately finishing fifth and battling intense heat at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Rewind through the Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway as Joey Logano delivers his first win of the 2026 NASCAR season.

After reviving the historic 0.625-mile facility in Wilkes County, North Carolina, Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty debate if the legend of North Wilkesboro Speedway should live on the schedule every year.

Denny Hamlin credits Joey Logano after finishing one spot short in the Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Joey Logano celebrates in Victory Lane after leading more than 300 laps for his first win of the season at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Joey Logano holds off Denny Hamlin to finish a commanding performance in the first Cup Series points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 30 years.

Ryan Blaney previews his In-Season Challenge matchup with Christopher Bell, but says his primary focus remains winning at North Wilkesboro.

Chandler Smith pulls away to win the Craftsman Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway by 8.479 seconds over Layne Riggs.

Carson Hocevar explains how Dale Earnhardt Jr. inspired him to embrace major events and represent NASCAR beyond the race track.

Chase Elliott discusses the new front bumper package making its debut at North Wilkesboro and how it could affect contact and restart stack-ups.

Throw it all the way back to Rusty Wallace's win in the Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on April 18, 1993.

Relive Jeff Gordon's North Wilkesboro win in the last Cup Series points race at the track before its 2026 return, followed by Rick Hendrick's reaction from pit road.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray explain how the softened front-bumper structure could affect contact and radiator damage at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray assess the latest Chase probabilities and the drivers fighting around the cutline.

On "Inside the Race," Kyle Petty joins Steve Letarte to explain North Wilkesboro Speedway's place in NASCAR history and what makes the short track unique.

On this full edition of "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte, Denny Hamlin and John Probst explain the Daytona rules changes and their impact on racing.

Denny Hamlin and President of NASCAR Event Management John Probst explain the smaller spoiler, horsepower reduction and other changes intended to improve passing and reduce fuel saving at Daytona.

Bubba Wallace gets furious with his 23XI Racing team after getting bad advice on which lane to pick for a restart at EchoPark Speedway.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's "The Morning Drive," Cup Series official Brad Moran explains NASCAR's goal for driver meetings such as Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill, and Carson Hocevar and Zane Smith.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray examine Ty Gibbs' in-car camera to see if Bubba Wallace's Stage 2 spin at EchoPark Speedway could've been avoided.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray discuss how Ford has been at a disadvantage this season but how it hasn't slowed down Ryan Blaney.

Kyle Petty and Steve Letarte discuss which drivers they thought had great performances at EchoPark Speedway.

Listen in as Carson Hocevar teases Zane Smith for leaving pit road late and then has fun trying to sing a Cutting Crew song at EchoPark Speedway.

Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray look at the data and debate if Bubba Wallace's last-lap penalty at EchoPark Speedway was fair.

Ride along with Chase Elliott's No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet as it maneuvers around a spinning Chase Briscoe at EchoPark Speedway.

Watch the in-car cameras from Zane Smith and Daniel Suárez as the No. 38 Front Row Motorsports Ford goes around and into the barrier late at EchoPark Speedway.

Ryan Blaney explains how a massive run helped him catch Carson Hocevar and praises Hocevar for racing respectfully without making a risky block.

EchoPark race winner Ryan Blaney shares how he developed patience when it comes to being upfront at drafting tracks.

Carson Hocevar says his clean, hard-fought third-place run earned a few virtual fist bumps and no middle fingers -- progress he jokes he could undo next week.

Bubba Wallace is penalized for advancing below the double-yellow line, and drops from second to 29th in the final running order.

Rewind through the EchoPark Cup race as Ryan Blaney wins under the stars following a lengthy weather delay and overtime finish.

Ryan Blaney credits Christopher Bell's final-corner push for helping him survive a three-wide overtime battle and win after a long night at EchoPark.

Ryan Blaney shows his endurance at EchoPark Speedway, surviving a lengthy weather delay and three-wide overtime battle for the win.

Chase Briscoe gets spun out as Kyle Larson's incident triggers a multicar crash on the backstretch late at EchoPark speedway.

Kyle Larson spins off Turn 4 from eighth and slides through the infield grass to bring out the caution late at EchoPark Speedway.

Justin Allgaier wins at EchoPark Speedway after Nick Sanchez and Brennan Poole hit the wall, holding off Carson Kvapil and Parker Retzlaff in overtime.

Ryan Blaney jokes about the driver's role in qualifying before crediting his No. 12 Team Penske crew after winning the pole at EchoPark Speedway.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's 'The Morning Drive,' Cup Series official Brad Moran explains NASCAR's review of the Austin Hill-Shane van Gisbergen incident at Chicagoland and why no penalties were issued.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's "The Morning Drive," NASCAR Cup Series Senior Managing Director Brad Moran previews EchoPark Speedway's unique pit entry, dual-speed sections and extended DVP clock.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," the No. 19 crew chief James Small details to Steve Letarte why EchoPark Speedway creates a tricky balance between handling, speed and traffic.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty break down what makes EchoPark Speedway unique ahead of Sunday's Cup Series race at the reconfigured track.

Frustrations rise for the No. 33 Richard Childress Racing team radio after Shane van Gisbergen made contact with Austin Hill at Chicagoland Speedway.

Chase Briscoe details the intense final-lap battle at Chicagoland, saying lap traffic helped him protect the lead while Christopher Bell closed in for the win.

Kyle Petty weighs in on the beef between Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill and how SVG is willing to be aggressive.

Though Denny Hamlin is on a scorcher and Tyler Reddick is on a cooler, Kyle Petty dissects why Chase Briscoe could be the driver on the next momentum swing.

Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty pick the drivers that had standout performances in the Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway.

Steve Letarte analyzes how JGR teams split their pit stops strategies in the final stage at Chicagoland and how it ultimately made the difference.

Chase Briscoe details the adjustments he and James Small have made this season to better manage races, tires and pressure at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Rewind through NASCAR's return to Chicagoland as Chase Briscoe wins his first race of the 2026 season holding off Christopher Bell in thrilling fashion.

Chase Briscoe holds off a hard-charging Christopher Bell to win the Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway by 0.276 seconds.

Chase Briscoe reacts in Victory Lane at Chicagoland Speedway, recapping a memorable weekend after earning his first win of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.

Chase Briscoe jumps ahead of William Byron during the green-flag pit cycle and takes over the lead in the final stage at Chicagoland Speedway.

Brandon Jones clears Chase Elliott on the overtime restart and holds him off by 0.171 seconds to win the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Chicagoland.

Brandon Jones says winning on the Fourth of July carries extra meaning, citing his love for the country, appreciation for the military and pride in celebrating with a Chicagoland victory.

Looking ahead to his points battle with Tyler Reddick, Denny Hamlin says fortunate timing and Chicagoland's temperature-sensitive surface helped him win the pole.

The 'NASCAR Inside the Race' crew previews how Chicagoland Speedway's worn racing surface could create tire wear, slide jobs and plenty of unknowns for the Next Gen car.

Relive the final laps from the 2019 Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway as Alex Bowman battles Kyle Larson and pulls away for the win.

On SiriusXM NASCAR Radio's "The Morning Drive," NASCAR Cup Series Senior Managing Director Brad Moran previews NASCAR's return to Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019.

Watch this week's "Radioactive" from Sonoma as crashes and radio chatter capture a chaotic stretch of the Cup Series race.

Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Alex Weaver pick the "Weekend Winners" who stood out at Sonoma -- including Ty Gibbs, Christopher Bell and Connor Zilisch.

On "NASCAR Inside the Race," Steve Letarte and Kyle Petty break down Denny Hamlin's hot streak, his rise to the points lead and why his charge past Tyler Reddick could preview The Chase.

Ryan Blaney takes celebrity guests around the track for adrenaline-filled conversations in new show premiering July 1 exclusively on NASCAR's YouTube Channel.

Shane van Gisbergen talks about his mentality on stacking points the rest of season and staying out trouble to make The Chase.

Tyler Reddick discusses his frustrating race from Sonoma where he went multiple laps down early after a power steering issue and leaves second in points.

Connor Zilisch recaps his career-best day at Sonoma Raceway that saw the rookie earn his first top-10 finish of the season.

Hear from Denny Hamlin after his 26th-place finish at Sonoma Raceway and now leaves the weekend with the points lead.

Rewind best highlights from Cup Series race at Sonoma that saw Shane van Gisbergen lead 74 laps to earn back-to-back wins in Wine Country.

Hear from race winner Shane van Gisbergen after his dominant win at Sonoma Raceway and what it meant for him to earn his second win of 2026.

Shane van Gisbergen doubles down and picks up back-to-back wins at Sonoma Raceway, once again keeping Chase Briscoe at bay.

Denny Hamlin spins and falls out of the top 10, joining 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick in the back of the field at Sonoma Raceway.

Hear from Sonoma winner Shane van Gisbergen as he praises the JR Motorsports group for giving him a fast car to dominate.

Shane van Gisbergen dominates the O'Reilly Series race at Sonoma, wheeling his No. 9 JR Motorsports to Victory Lane.

Hear from reigning In-Season Challenge winner Ty Gibbs after the No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing driver topped the charts to win the Cup pole at Sonoma.