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Brad Keselowski posts back-to-back top-10 results with sixth-place effort at Indianapolis

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Photo by Adam Lovelace for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Brad Keselowski posted his second consecutive top-10 result in recent events by notching a strong sixth-place result in the 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 26.

Keselowski, the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series champion and the 2018 Brickyard 400 champion from Rochester Hills, Michigan, took the green flag for Sunday’s event in 16th place. After spending the early portions of the event racing within the top-20 mark, he executed his first pit stop under green nearing the Lap 40 mark as nearly the entire field cycled through a first round of pit strategies. After a Lap 44 accident and a one-lap shootout to conclude the first stage period, Keselowski carved his way to settle in 11th place and just miss out on notching a first set of stage points by a single position.

Restarting in ninth place when the second stage period commenced on Lap 55, Keselowski competed inside of the top-10 for a majority of this period. After executing his second green flag pit stop within the Lap 90 mark, Keselowski ended up in 13th place when the second stage period concluded due to a caution that flew on Lap 96 for a single-car incident and with the caution period stretching to the stage’s conclusion.

When the final stage period commenced with 56 laps remaining, Keselowski steadily navigated his way back in the top-10 mark and was racing in 10th place when the caution returned with 46 laps remaining due to debris on the course. After pitting with the field during the caution, he gained four spots to move into seventh place. For the next restart, Keselowski was racing in sixth place and was poised for a top-five spot when Tyler Reddick made slight contact with Keselowski that got the latter briefly loose through the second turn. Amid the contact, Keselowski lost sixth place to Reddick, but continued in seventh place and was ahead of a multi-car accident that drew the field into another caution period during the next lap.

During the final restart with 34 laps remaining, Keselowski briefly muscled up to fifth place before he was quickly overtaken by Chase Briscoe to fall to sixth place. For the event’s remainder, Keselowski retained sixth place and trailed the lead by more than six seconds when he crossed the finish line and took the checkered flag in his car number’s spot.

With the result, Keselowski notched his sixth top-10 result of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, his eighth top-10 result through 14 Brickyard 400 starts and his highest on-track result since finishing sixth at Kansas Speedway in mid-April. Combined with his seventh-place result at North Wilkesboro Speedway last Sunday, Keselowski notched his first pair of back-to-back top-10 runs since finishing 10th and second at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Darlington Raceway in March, respectively. The back-to-back top-10 results at North Wilkesboro and Indianapolis also enabled the driver/co-owner of the No. 6 Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing Ford team to rally from finishing 21st or worse through eight of the previous 11 events prior to North Wilkesboro.

Prior to this year’s Brickyard 400, Keselowski was mired in 19th place in the 2026 driver’s standings and 58 points below the top-16 cutline to make the NASCAR Cup Series Chase. After Indianapolis, he retained 19th place and is 50 points below the cutline. He has four regular-season events remaining on this year’s schedule spanning throughout the month of August to work his way above the cutline before the Chase commences.

“We had a bad slide through the month of June,” Keselowski said on TNT Sports. “We just need some strong consistent runs and we’re going to need about four more of these to make it into the Chase. Solid day for us. We need to be faster to turn these into wins, but we’re executing with what we have.”

Brad Keselowski’s pursuit to make the 2026 Chase resumes on August 9 at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, for the Iowa Corn 350. The event’s broadcast time is slated to commence at 3:30 p.m. ET on USA Network, MRN Radio, SiriusXM and HBO MAX.

Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Post-Race Report – Indianapolis

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Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport
Post-Race Report | Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Pennzoil 250 Presented by Take 5 Oil Change

Jeb Burton, No. 27 Sprayway Chevrolet
Stage 1 Finish: 18th
Stage 2 Finish: 18th
Finish: 15th

“I was really glad to put together a solid race for our No. 27 team, as we really needed it going in to this weekend here in Indianapolis. Hopefully we can take this performance and really build off of that going forward!”

Blaine Perkins, No. 31 iHeart / Q95 Rocks! Chevrolet
Stage 1 Finish: 27th
Stage 2 Finish: 32nd
Finish: 28th

“I had a really good time in Indianapolis this past weekend with everybody from iHeart Media and Q95 on the car. Just wanted to say thank you for their support and giving us the opportunity to go race at “The Brickyard.” I’m looking forward to the off-week here before we get going to the final stretch of the year. Hopefully we can finish the season strong and on a positive note.”

Rajah Caruth, No. 32 HENDRICKCARS.COM Chevrolet
Stage 1 Finish: 13th
Stage 2 Finish: 1st
Finish: 22nd

“I think it was a step in the right direction for our No. 32 program. I think the finish doesn’t indicate the potential in our car, just because of our qualifying effort and where we ended the first stage. I felt that we were in a good spot, and then we rolled some strategy to get myself some driver points in my push to get back into “The Chase” for the championship. Like I said, being 22nd doesn’t tell how well we ran, but the points we gathered does say that with getting 25 points.

Huge thanks to everyone at Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport for their hard work. We had some ups and downs, and I think this weekend was a step in the right direction with the potential the car had. I’m proud to see the effort and to see some progress on that accord, so thank you to everybody in this building for the ten races this year to keep us in the driver points, and all of the partners that allow me to do it. Thank you to John Bommarito and the whole Bommarito Automotive Group, HENDRICKCARS.COM and the whole Hendrick Automotive Group, Donut Media, The Black Effect Podcast Network, iRacing, and NASCAR 25. There’s a lot of people that helped make sure I was driving Chevrolets this year, so thank you to everybody involved. Hopefully we can continue the momentum from this last weekend, and on my end get back into “The Chase,” and also for the rest of this year that JAR can continue with some good momentum. Thank you everybody, it’s been a fun 10 races this year, and I’ll see y’all at the track!”

About Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport

Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport was built from the ground up, fueled by passion, persistence, and a bold vision for what an independent NASCAR team could become. Founded by driver and owner Jordan Anderson, the organization has grown from a grassroots operation hauling a single truck across the country into a competitive multi-car NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series team through a pivotal partnership with St. Louis automotive dealer John Bommarito. Along the way, the team has earned wins, poles, and a reputation for grit, growth, and opportunity within the NASCAR garage. Today, Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito AutoSport is investing in talent, innovation, and culture to challenge the status quo and build a new kind of racing legacy.

Front Row Motorsports: Indianapolis Motor Speedway NCS Race Report – Noah Gragson, Todd Gilliland, Zane Smith

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Noah Gragson | Todd Gilliland | Zane Smith
Indianapolis Motor Speedway NASCAR Cup Series Race Report
Brickyard 400
Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
Event: Race 24 of 38
Series: NASCAR Cup Series
Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway (2.5-miles)
Length of Race: 160 laps over three hours, eight minutes, 21 seconds

FRM Finish:

● Zane Smith (Started 30th, Finished 15th / Running, completed 160 of 160 laps)
● Noah Gragson (Started 33rd, Finished 22nd / Running, completed 160 of 160 laps)
● Todd Gilliland (Started 36th, Finished 24th / Running, completed 160 of 160 laps)

FRM Points Standings:

Todd Gilliland (23rd)
Zane Smith (24th)
Noah Gragson (31st)

Zane Smith Key Takeaways

Stage One: 17th / Stage Two: 22nd / Race Result: 15th

“Honestly, pretty solid day considering the challenges you have passing here,” said Smith. “Our team made some good strategy calls that gained us spots during the race, and hopefully that gets the ball rolling again getting some of that momentum back we had in June. Really excited for this break for everyone to recharge and come out swinging the rest of the way.”

Noah Gragson Key Takeaways

Stage One: 25th / Stage Two: 34th / Race Result: 22nd

“Not exactly the run we wanted in our Rush Truck Centers Ford Mustang Dark Horse, but I’m still proud of the effort,” said Gragson. “We’ll use the off week as a much-needed break and regroup going into Iowa.”

Todd Gilliland Key Takeaways

Stage One: 33rd / Stage Two: 2nd / Race Result: 24th

“Life is good as ‘Todd Gilliland’ right now,” said Gilliland. “There’s weeks and months and years in this series that will beat you down, so you just really have to enjoy the good times. We’re very lucky to do what we get to do and it’s all I really ever wanted to do since I was a kid, so hopefully we can keep building on it. That’s the biggest thing to me is my team found another level within themselves even if it didn’t necessarily show on the racetrack. I think their intensity is up there, and I think it’s going to be better for all of us going forward. Obviously, we wish we ran a little bit better than 24th today, but we did what we had to do. Really, that was the name of our game all the way throughout this challenge we just barely skated by. We were obviously a bit lucky, but we still stuck out these races. We did the best we could and luckily it was good enough, just barely every single round. It’s a big prize. One million dollars going to the team. That’s just massive. Our team deserves it. They all ramped up and worked extremely hard, so I’m just super proud of everyone for what they’ve done. Hopefully, we can keep building on this and the intensity that we’re able to achieve.”

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization competing in the NASCAR Cup Series and the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Founded in 2004 by entrepreneur Bob Jenkins, FRM has earned top honors including a 2021 Daytona 500 victory and the 2022 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series championship. Based in Mooresville, N.C., FRM fields the No. 4, No. 34, and No. 38 entries in the NASCAR Cup Series, along with the No. 34 and No. 38 teams in the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. For more information, visit FrontRowMotorsports.com and follow Front Row Motorsports on social media — X: @Team_FRM, Instagram: @teamfrm, Tik Tok: @Team_FRM, YouTube: @FrontRowNASCAR, and Facebook: facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

SpeedwayMedia mourns the passing of Angela Campbell

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SpeedwayMedia.com (SM) is saddened by the loss of one of our administrative members, Angela Campbell. Angela was always very active and passionate about NASCAR, and she was instrumental in the early 2000s for her news coverage, keeping the website updated, and most of all, helping others pursue their dream of covering the sport with passion and respect within the NASCAR community.

Angie was not only dedicated to the sport she loved, but also to everyone who got involved with SpeedwayMedia. She loved helping out when she could, no matter when or where. She visited many tracks, but enjoyed her annual visits to Darlington Raceway.

Her bio reads in part, “A native of Charlotte, NC, Angela (Angie) was first introduced to racing by her father. An avid fan of NASCAR, she found a way to combine her love of racing with her passion for writing. Angie is also an award-winning member of the National Motorsports Press Association.”

You can visit her profile page at https://speedwaymedia.com/author/490ac/ and see all of her work that spans back to 2009. She did a lot of the NASCAR weekend schedules, but dive into her past stories, and you will quickly see how much passion she had for the sport. Be sure to read the award-winning stories below.

Feel free to post a comment here, and you can also express your thoughts and condolences on her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AngieCampbell88

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the entire Campbell family during this time. From all of us, we will never forget you. She will be greatly missed by everyone!

Her obituary: https://www.hollandfuneralservices.com/obituaries/angela-campbell

“Angie played a pivotal role for the website for over 20 years. Words cannot explain what her loss means. She was dedicated to NASCAR and helping others enjoy the sport as much as she did. Thank you for everything that you did. You will be forever missed and never forgotten.” – Barry Albert

“Angie Campbell’s wealth of knowledge of the motorsports media industry will be missed both at Speedwaymedia.com and by her peers in the media centers across the NASCAR circuit. Although she attended fewer races in person the last few years, I always looked forward to covering Darlington Speedway with her, her favorite track. I enjoyed her presence at the track and our collaboration on stories. Her absence will be a loss for both Speedwaymedia and for her family. My prayers go out to her family and friends, as I considered myself one.” – John Knittel

“Thought of a few different ways to write this, but here goes. Unfortunately, I found out today that my Motorsports Editor for the website I write for passed away this past Wednesday. I joined the website in 2017, looking to break through in motorsports media in hopes of someday achieving my Public Relations dream job of working in motorsports. People often don’t understand that yes, motorsports is a niche sport for many, and others don’t quite understand it. However, when a loss happens or something other than that, we are one big family. I experienced that when I was at Beloit and Fairbury, Nebraska, a couple of weeks ago. You never know who you are going to run into and may have a similar interest. My editor was always helpful with my stories, which were race recaps, columns, interviews, and whatever it may be. Additionally, she would give me some great feedback on what I needed to improve on, and mistakes I made. Oftentimes, we would have countless conversations about Motorsports and often encouraged me to chase after my dream. There were some years I stepped away and did other motorsports, but when I decided I was ready to get back on the beat, I was welcomed with open arms. I will definitely miss having conversations with her and her helping me with my stories I wrote!” – Briar Starr

“If I had to choose one word to use for Angela, it would be her total love of writing and NASCAR. Her knowledge was tremendous, and she has been the recipient of more writing awards than you can name. What mostly sticks out about Angela was her willingness to help others by sharing her gift. She not only was my boss, my friend, and sometimes even like a second mother. I can’t imagine that she’s not going to be there because she was the glue that held us together. I hope that she knows how appreciative I am of all her help she’s given me, and keep writing just like she wanted. She was one of a kind. Godspeed Angela, you’re with your husband again.” – Michelle Lippold

“The entire team at Speedway Media gave us both our first professional steps into NASCAR, and we are forever grateful for that. Angie was always ready to lend a helping hand at any given moment. Even with my poor writing skills, she was extremely patient teaching me along the way and pushed me to be better day by day. We would have never achieved what we did without our first step, so thank you, Angie, for trusting us with those first steps. You will be missed.” – Justin & Rachel Schuoler

“Speedway Media is a family, and I am so saddened to learn of the passing of one of our family members Angie Campbell. Angie was a passionate fan of NASCAR and loved writing about it and sharing her insights through Speedway Media. She was an NMPA award winner, an editor, a manager, and a mentor. She ensured that the website was chock full of NASCAR updates, articles, and features. But most of all, she was a kind, caring, and compassionate person who took good care of all of us involved. Angie will be sorely missed, and my thoughts and prayers are with her family at this really difficult time.” – Mary Jo Buchanan

Roofnest’s Role in the Evolving Overlanding Equipment Market

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Photo by Roofnest

Interest in overlanding has grown steadily as more travelers seek self-supported journeys that combine vehicle-based exploration with extended stays in remote locations. Within this niche, rooftop tents have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional ground camping because they provide elevated sleeping space and faster campsite setup.

Roofnest, a Colorado-based direct-to-consumer company, has established itself by focusing exclusively on premium rooftop tents and accessories designed for overlanding enthusiasts. Rather than serving the broader outdoor recreation market, the company concentrates on customers who prioritize technical equipment, vehicle compatibility, and durable construction for repeated backcountry travel.

Although the company does not publicly list an exact founding date, Roofnest has operated for more than a decade and has developed significant recognition within the rooftop tent industry. Company leadership reports that annual revenue once reached approximately $25 million before changing market conditions and increased competition affected demand following the pandemic.

Roofnest recently restructured its operations around a lean direct-to-consumer model. According to the company, that transition resulted in profitability during the second half of its most recent year while maintaining an average rooftop tent order value of about $3,000.

Engineering Designed for Technical Buyers

Roofnest positions its products around engineering details rather than broad lifestyle messaging. Its primary audience includes experienced overlanders and technically minded buyers who often research construction methods, fabrics, and long-term durability before making purchasing decisions.

Focus on Materials and Construction

The company’s hardshell lineup includes the Condor, Condor XL, Condor Overland, Condor Overland XL, Falcon, Sparrow, Sparrow XL, and XXL models, while the Meadowlark represents its current softshell offering. Across these products, Roofnest highlights the use of double-stitched, P-coated, and treated nylon intended for demanding weather conditions and repeated outdoor use.

Rather than relying on broad outdoor messaging, the company emphasizes measurable construction details that matter to buyers making a long-term investment. With an average order value of approximately $3,000, durability and material quality remain central considerations for many customers evaluating rooftop tents.

Industry experts have also highlighted the broader advantages of rooftop tents. GearJunkie states, “Rooftop tents offer a bird’s-eye view, airflow, and protection. Along with peace of mind, these higher-ups generally provide superior comfort over a ground tent.” That observation aligns with Roofnest’s emphasis on engineering products intended for extended backcountry travel.

The company also reports measurable digital growth despite broader market changes. During one recent 90-day period, Roofnest generated approximately $436,000 in organic search revenue alongside roughly $22,000 attributed to AI-driven search traffic, reflecting increased online visibility among equipment researchers.

Combining Overlanding Practicality With Extended Comfort

Another defining element of Roofnest’s product strategy is its focus on creating a more comfortable off-grid camping experience. Rather than treating rugged capability and convenience as separate priorities, the company describes its approach as combining “glamping and overlanding together.”

Features Designed for Longer Trips

Several product features support extended stays away from developed campgrounds:

  • Integrated interior lighting for improved campsite visibility.
  • Solar power compatibility for off-grid energy needs.
  • Compatible awnings and walls that expand sheltered living space.
  • Hardshell and softshell options suited to different travel styles.

Together, these components allow travelers to build a more complete campsite rather than relying solely on a sleeping platform. The accessory range complements the rooftop tents by supporting longer stays in remote environments.

CNN has summarized the category by observing, “Rooftop tents aren’t right for everyone, but they can be amazing.” That balanced assessment reflects how the market has evolved toward serving travelers with specific camping preferences rather than replacing traditional ground tents altogether.

Vehicle-Specific Product Development Improves Buyer Confidence

Selecting a rooftop tent often involves more than comparing dimensions and features. Buyers also want to understand how a product fits their specific vehicle before making a significant purchase. Roofnest has invested in both product development and digital presentation to address this need.

Vehicle Collections

The company maintains dedicated collections for several adventure-focused vehicles, including:

  • Subaru Outback, Forester, and Crosstrek.
  • Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, and Tundra.
  • Jeep Wrangler.
  • Ford Bronco.
  • Land Rover models.

These collections pair vehicle-specific imagery with compatibility information to help shoppers evaluate appearance and fit before purchasing.

For customers researching Roofnest options for a Toyota 4Runner, this approach provides model-specific context instead of relying on generic product photography. According to the company, these pages function as specialized resources designed around individual vehicle platforms.

Industry commentary also supports the practical advantages of rooftop camping in demanding environments. Roveroll notes that “Roof top tents enable camping on uneven/rocky terrain while providing faster setup, better weather protection, and enhanced wildlife safety.” Those characteristics help explain why vehicle compatibility remains a central part of Roofnest’s development strategy.

Building Authority Within the Overlanding Segment

Rather than marketing broadly across outdoor recreation, Roofnest has concentrated on becoming a specialist within the overlanding community. This narrower positioning influences product development, educational resources, and digital strategy.

Market Position and Industry Recognition

Several factors distinguish the company’s current approach:

  • A direct-to-consumer business model focused on national online sales.
  • Product development centered on overlanding instead of general outdoor recreation.
  • Technical product information aimed at experienced equipment buyers.
  • Continued expansion of vehicle-specific collections for popular adventure platforms.

Roofnest has also received attention from publications such as Motor Trend, Car and Driver, and Off-Road, where its rooftop tents have appeared in reviews and equipment roundups. While the company does not cite formal certifications, it consistently emphasizes engineering specifications and material quality as key elements of its product development process.

The company also differentiates itself through its stated commitment to serving the overlanding community rather than competing across every outdoor category. That focus has shaped both its product catalog and its online resources, which are designed to provide detailed information for buyers researching premium rooftop tents.

Conclusion

The rooftop tent market has evolved alongside growing interest in vehicle-based adventure travel, creating demand for equipment that balances durability, comfort, and compatibility.

Roofnest has responded by concentrating on technical engineering, premium construction materials, and products designed specifically for extended off-grid travel. Company data shows a business that has adapted to changing market conditions while maintaining its emphasis on direct-to-consumer sales and specialized product development.

As overlanding continues to attract travelers seeking self-supported experiences, Roofnest remains focused on serving a niche audience that values engineering detail, long-term performance, and vehicle-specific solutions.

From Classified Ads to Digital Marketplaces: How Technology Is Changing Motorcycle Sales

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Photo by depositphotos at https://depositphotos.com/

Introduction

For years, buying a motorcycle was as much about persistence as it was about passion. Riders would browse newspaper classifieds, visit local dealerships, check online forums, or rely on recommendations from friends in the riding community. Finding the right bike often meant making dozens of phone calls and traveling long distances, only to discover the motorcycle wasn’t quite what the listing promised.

Today, the search begins online, but motorcycle buyers still face a familiar challenge: information is scattered across countless websites and marketplaces. Technology has made searching easier, yet riders still need better ways to compare motorcycles, understand their history, and find a bike that genuinely suits their riding style.

Why Buying a Motorcycle Is Different from Buying a Car

Motorcycles are far more personal than most vehicles. Two bikes with similar engine sizes can deliver completely different riding experiences depending on their weight, ergonomics, suspension setup, and intended purpose.

Before making a purchase, many riders want answers to questions such as:

  • Is the seat height suitable? 
  • Is the bike designed for touring, commuting, or off-road riding? 
  • Has the suspension been modified? 
  • Are the aftermarket parts professionally installed? 
  • Has the motorcycle been serviced regularly? 
  • Has it ever been involved in an accident? 

These details often determine whether a motorcycle is the right choice, yet they are frequently missing from basic classified listings.

The Real Challenge: Motorcycle Listings Are Everywhere

The biggest obstacle for many buyers isn’t finding motorcycles—it’s finding them efficiently.

Dedicated motorcycle marketplaces help bring these fragmented listings into a more organized buying experience. Each platform presents information differently, making meaningful comparisons difficult.

One listing may include detailed service records and dozens of photographs, while another provides only a single image and a brief description. Riders often spend hours switching between websites before narrowing down their options.

This fragmented process increases the time and effort required to find the right motorcycle and makes it harder to compare similar models’ side by side.

What Today’s Motorcycle Buyers Expect

Modern riders expect much more than a simple list of motorcycles for sale.

Before contacting a seller, buyers often want to compare:

  • Engine size and performance 
  • Mileage 
  • Service and maintenance history 
  • Ownership history 
  • Accident history 
  • Accessories and aftermarket modifications 
  • Riding category (sport, touring, cruiser, adventure, commuter) 
  • High-quality photographs from multiple angles 
  • Price comparisons for similar models 

Access to this information allows buyers to make informed decisions before arranging inspections or test rides.

Why Motorcycle Marketplaces Need to Be Different

General vehicle marketplaces are designed to accommodate every type of vehicle, but motorcycles require additional context.

Choosing a bike isn’t simply about budget or mileage. Rider height, experience level, comfort, and intended use all influence whether a motorcycle is suitable.

A lightweight commuter, an adventure bike, and a supersport motorcycle may all share similar engine capacities, yet they deliver completely different riding experiences.

Platforms built specifically for motorcycles can present these important details more clearly, helping riders compare models based on the factors that actually matter.

MotoSeeker is one example of this approach, bringing motorcycle listings together while presenting specifications, photographs, mileage, ownership details, and other information riders commonly look for when comparing bikes. Rather than replacing dealerships or private sellers, it helps buyers discover and evaluate more options from a single starting point.

Technology Is Supporting the Motorcycle Community

Technology hasn’t replaced the motorcycle community—it has simply changed how riders begin the buying journey.

Enthusiasts still rely on reviews, riding clubs, forums, and recommendations from experienced riders before buying. Digital marketplaces complement these communities by making it easier to research motorcycles, compare options, and arrive at a viewing with a better understanding of the bike.

The result is a more informed buyer and a more transparent buying process for everyone involved.

Final Thoughts

Finding the right motorcycle has always involved more than choosing a make and model. Riders need confidence that a bike suits their experience, riding style, and long-term plans.

As digital marketplaces continue to evolve, the emphasis is shifting from simply listing motorcycles for sale to helping riders make better-informed decisions. By bringing together detailed specifications, service history, photographs, and comparison tools, specialized platforms are making the search more efficient while preserving the community-driven spirit that has always been part of motorcycling.

This revised approach is much more motorcycle-centric, expands on the fragmentation problem, explains why specialized marketplaces matter, and keeps the Moto Seeker reference editorial rather than promotional. It also aligns more closely with the feedback you received and is likely to resonate better with readers of an automotive or motorsports publication.

Josh Berry rallies for strong top-10 result at Indianapolis

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Andrew Kim
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Photo by Adam Lovelace for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Josh Berry prevailed through a difficult stretch to the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season by notching a seventh-place result in the 2026 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 26.

The 35-year-old Berry from Hendersonville, Tennessee, qualified in 26th place for Sunday’s main event at Indianapolis, and he spent the early portions of the event racing within the top-25 mark. Then, as a majority of the field of 39 executed various pitting strategies by pitting their respective entries under green, Berry, who elected to remain on the track further than most, moved up to as high as third place before he pitted his No. 21 PPG Ford Mustang Dark Horse entry for the first time by Lap 43. Then through a caution that flew shortly after on Lap 44 and a one-lap shootout to conclude the first stage period, he was shuffled back to 18th place.

The event’s second stage period that started on Lap 55 featured Berry restarting in 17th place. He retained the spot for the majority of this stage period before the leaderboard started to shuffle again as most of the field pitted at various points, starting by Lap 73. Through the pit stops, Berry took advantage of this by moving up to second place through Lap 92. After John Hunter Nemechek pitted, Berry led his only lap of the event, Lap 93, before he pitted under green. When a Lap 96 caution flew due to a single-car incident and the second stage period concluded under caution, he was strapped back in 23rd place.

Berry restarted with the third and final stage period with 56 laps remaining in 21st place. The Tennessee native retained the spot over the next 10 laps before the caution returned due to debris on the course. After pitting with the field under caution, Berry exited pit road in 12th place. He then spent a single lap during a Lap 41 restart racing inside the top-10 mark and battling Ryan Preece for eighth place when the caution returned due to a multi-car wreck in the third turn, in which Berry was ahead. During the final restart with 34 laps remaining, Berry restarted in 10th place and spent the event’s remainder gaining three additional spots before he took the checkered flag in seventh place.

With his seventh-place result, Berry achieved his highest-finishing result through 22-scheduled starts in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, his first top-10 career result at Indianapolis and his first top-10 result since finishing in 10th place at Martinsville Speedway in mid-March. His previous best result was ninth place during the 2026 Daytona 500 in mid-February, as he also recorded Wood Brothers Racing’s first top-10 result at Indianapolis since Harrison Burton finished in third place on the track’s road course venue in 2022.

Prior to this year’s Brickyard 400 event at Indianapolis, Berry was coming off a 36th-place result at North Wilkesboro Speedway with a DNF and had finished 26th or worse a total of 17 times. He was also mired in 33rd place in the 2026 driver standings and trailing the cutline to make the Chase by 261 points. After Indianapolis, he remained in 33rd place and is 254 points below the cutline.

Amid Berry’s deficit to make the Chase with four regular-season events remaining throughout the month of August, he also has 14 events remaining on the 2026 Cup Series schedule overall before he departs Wood Brothers Racing and weighs his racing options for the 2027 season. Nevertheless, Berry was pleased with rallying from his slow start to his Indianapolis weekend by netting a strong on-track result mired with no incidents and misfortunes.

“Overall, just a really solid day,” Berry said on TNT Sports. “We struggled a little bit Friday. I thought [crew chief] Miles [Stanley] and the team did a great job with adjustments for Saturday. Just early draw and just didn’t get a great qualifying lap in, but felt good about our car. From there on, we just steadily worked our way forward. Miles called a great race, a lot of strategy and everything and all that, and had some good restarts at the end. [I] Didn’t have everything that could go wrong go wrong like it’s been lately. [It] Feels good to finally have a smooth day with no issues and end up where we deserve.”

Josh Berry’s 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season resumes on August 9 at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, for the Iowa Corn 350. The event’s broadcast time is slated to commence at 3:30 p.m. ET on USA Network, MRN Radio, SiriusXM and HBO MAX.

Wood Brothers Racing – Race Report: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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Event: Brickyard 400 Presented by PPG
Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
Start: 26th
Finish: 7th

In a season that has seen Josh Berry and the No. 21 team battle through their share of adversity, they delivered a much-needed breakthrough Sunday with a season-best seventh-place finish in the Brickyard 400 Presented by PPG at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

With the iconic No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse carrying the colors of race sponsor PPG, Berry and the team combined speed, strategy and solid execution to secure a top-10 finish in one of NASCAR’s crown jewel events.

Berry started 26th and the team elected to stretch its opening fuel run, making its first pit stop on Lap 44 before finishing the opening stage in 18th.

The PPG team stuck with the strategy in Stage 2, cycling to the lead on Lap 93 before making a pit stop with six laps remaining in the stage. Berry crossed the Stage 2 finish line in 21st place.

The team’s final pit stop came under a debris caution on Lap 116. By taking two tires and fuel, Berry gained valuable track position and lined up ninth for the ensuing restart.

Berry capitalized with another strong restart, advancing to eighth shortly after the green flag before moving into seventh with 33 laps remaining. From there, he maintained the position to the checkered flag, earning his best finish since a 10th-place run at Martinsville in March and the team’s strongest result of the 2026 season.

“It was a really good day,” Berry said. “I thought we did a really good job…executed a really good race.

“It wasn’t perfect, but we had some really good restarts the second half of the race and made some progress and had some really good long-run pace.

“Overall, it was a really solid day that we needed. I’m just happy to finally get a good finish.”

Berry and the No. 21 team now head into the off week before returning to action at Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol on August 8.

Team Penske NASCAR Cup Series Race Report – Indianapolis

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Brickyard 400 Presented by PPG
Indianapolis, Ind. – July 26, 2026

AUSTIN CINDRIC No. 2 DISCOUNT TIRE FORD MUSTANG DARK HORSE
START: 35TH STAGE 1: 29TH STAGE 2: 30TH FINISH: 14TH POINTS: 16TH
RACE RUNDOWN: Austin Cindric and the No. 2 Discount Tire Ford Mustang Dark Horse team turned a challenging starting position into a solid result Sunday afternoon, using smart strategy and steady execution to rally from 35th on the grid to a 14th-place finish in the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway. After taking the green flag deep in the field, Cindric methodically worked his way forward while battling changing car conditions throughout the opening two stages. The No. 2 team made routine adjustments during the race as the balance evolved, with crew chief Brian Wilson utilizing a pit strategy before the ends of both Stage 1 and Stage 2 to service the Discount Tire Ford. In the final stage, a caution for debris slowed the field and allowed the No. 2 team to make a fuel-only stop while many competitors took tires. The strategy positioned Cindric inside the top 20 for the restart, and another caution shortly thereafter moved him up to 14th with just over 30 laps remaining. From there, Cindric held his own through the closing laps to secure a 14th-place finish, completing a 21-position climb from where he started the crown jewel event.

CINDRIC’S THOUGHTS: “Overall, it was a solid recovery from where we started, so that’s something we can build on. The off week comes at a good time for everyone to reset, recharge and be ready to hit the ground running at Iowa to finish out the season. We’ve still got a lot of racing left and plenty to accomplish.”

RYAN BLANEY No. 12 MENARDS/DELTA FORD MUSTANG DARK HORSE
START: 13TH STAGE 1: 14TH STAGE 2: 17TH FINISH: 26TH POINTS: 3RD
RACE RUNDOWN: Ryan Blaney and the No. 12 Menards/Delta Ford Mustang Dark Horse team were involved in a seven-car incident with 41 laps remaining in Sunday’s Brickyard 400, resulting in a 26th-place finish. After starting 13th, Blaney settled into 12th in the running order to begin the opening, 50-lap segment before he was called to pit road for a scheduled four tire stop under green with nine laps to go in Stage 1. The caution flag flew three laps later, setting up a one-lap shootout to the end of the stage as Blaney came away with a 14th-place effort. The late pit stop in Stage 1 allowed Blaney to stay out prior to the ensuing restart, allowing him to work up into the top-10 20 laps into the run before crew chief Jonathan Hassler called him to pit road on lap 90 during the green flag pit cycle. Another caution in the closing laps of the stage ultimately saw the field finish the second segment under yellow with Blaney scored 17th. Blaney continued to work his way back towards the top-10 during the final run of the afternoon as he lined up 13th to take the restart with 41 laps to go, but ended up on the wrong end of a three-wide battle into turn three as contact with the No. 42 sent Blaney sliding up into the outside wall that resulted in damage to the right side of the nose and splitter. The No. 12 made a pair of trips to pit road to repair the damage – and kept Blaney on the lead lap in the process – as he rejoined the field for the final restart of the afternoon scored 31st with 34 laps remaining. Despite the damage, Blaney made up five positions over the course of the final run but ultimately came up two spots short of winning the In-Season Challenge with a 26th-place finish.

BLANEY’S THOUGHTS: “It’s a shame it ended that way. We were scrapping along. I wanted to put together a good run today and have a shot to run well at a place we try to run really well at. Unfortunately, it didn’t go the way we wanted.”

JOEY LOGANO No. 22 SHELL-PENNZOIL FORD MUSTANG DARK HORSE
START: 19TH STAGE 1: 16TH STAGE 2: 16TH FINISH: 3RD POINTS: 13TH
RACE RUNDOWN: Joey Logano and the No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford Mustang Dark Horse team carried their momentum from last week’s win at North Wilkesboro to come away with a third-place finish in Sunday’s Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Following a pair of 16th-place results in the first two stages, Logano settled into 13th in the running order at the start of the third segment before the caution flag flew on lap 114. Crew chief Paul Wolfe made the call for right side tires only as the No. 22 team gained 10 positions on pit road to jump to third on the leaderboard as Logano lined up to take the ensuing restart from the inside of row two with 41 laps to go. The caution flag flew yet again before the field was able to make it back around to the start-finish line, allowing Logano another chance to push his lane clear to the front. Logano made the decision to restart from the outside of row two for the following restart as the field lined up to take the green with 34 laps remaining, this time pushing the No. 67 clear to the lead while Logano settled into third with the laps winding down. As the Nos. 67 and 20 stayed close at the front of the field, the Shell-Pennzoil Ford slowly worked its way into the picture, cutting the deficit down to one second with 14 laps to go. Logano continued to apply the pressure down the stretch, but ultimately settled for a third-place finish. With the result, the No. 22 team gained another two spots in the points standings – and seven spots over the last four weeks – to build a 65-point buffer to the Chase cutline with four races remaining in the regular season.

LOGANO’S THOUGHTS: “We broke up the Toyotas, so that’s good, but we just couldn’t get [to the lead]. I was faster than them, but I got three car lengths back and that was it. I lost the air and that was it. I couldn’t go fast anymore. I needed track position. Track position won the race. You had to be on the front row there and we were one row back, but, overall, I’m proud of what Paul [Wolfe] and Joe [Bisson] and everyone on the team was able to do by giving us a really fast race car again. We’ve just got to qualify better and start towards the front. We missed it on Saturday and you start 19th and you get one or two, but everyone ran the same strategy all day, so there wasn’t much opportunity there. We got to where we had a shot at it, but not good enough.”

Following the off week, the NASCAR Cup Series returns to action on Sunday, August 9 at Iowa Speedway. Coverage of the Iowa Corn 350 begins at 3:30 p.m. ET on USA, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

Jim Dunn Racing – Seattle Event Recap for the Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals

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Jeff Arend

Lescure Mechanical Services Funny Car Driver for Jim Dunn Racing
Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals
July 24-26 | Kent, Washington

Event Recap

Jeff Arend, driver of the Jim Dunn Racing Lescure Mechanical Services Funny Car:

  • Earned No. 9 provisional qualifying position in Q1 on Friday (4.108 ET at 309.13 mph)
  • Fell to No. 13 provisional qualifying position based off of Friday’s Q1 run. The team elected to not make a qualifying run in Q2 on Friday.
  • Maintained No. 13 provisional qualifying position based off of Friday’s Q1 run. In Q3 on Saturday, Arend ran a 6.663 ET at 101.77 mph.
  • Secured No. 16 qualifying position based off of Friday’s Q1 run. The team elected to not make a qualifying run in Q4 on Saturday.
  • Eliminated following Round 1 on Sunday:
  • Round 1: 4.019 ET at 316.75 mph, lost to J.R. Todd (3.906 ET at 335.82 mph)

Notes of Interest

  • Arend represented Lescure Mechanical Services this weekend in Seattle. Lescure Mechanical Services is a family-based company that was started in 1947 by Marcel and Charlotte Lescure. Built initially as a mechanical shop, Lescure is now a general contractor specializing in jobs covering all scopes of work. They have the highest quality of work for fuel delivery systems, water reclamation systems, general contracting, mechanical and plumbing.
  • In honor of the NHRA’s 75th Anniversary this season, Jim Dunn was featured on special commemorative tickets at the NHRA Northwest Nationals. The collector’s item gave fans a chance to celebrate 75 years of NHRA Drag Racing and the memorable moments – and legendary drivers – that have filled the past seven-plus decades of NHRA action. Dunn was a two-time runner-up in Seattle and tuned his Funny Car to a win in 2008 with Tony Bartone behind the wheel.
  • Jim Dunn received the Crystal Award as part of the Top 75 Drivers celebration prior to Q3 on Saturday.
  • Jeff Arend, Driver of the Jim Dunn Racing Lescure Mechanical Services Funny Car
  • “Jim Dunn Racing had a great weekend in Seattle. The team is excited about the car’s ability and performance. We are going down the track, and competitive on each run. The win lights will be flashing soon. It was also great to see Jim honored this weekend as part of the NHRA’s 75th anniversary season.”

Next Up

The next event on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series schedule is the NHRA Brainerd Nationals August 20-23 at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota.

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