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American Freight Furniture & Mattress Selects Spencer Boyd as Spokesperson

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#76: Spencer Boyd, Freedom Racing Enterprises, Tohatsu Chevrolet Silverado

Mooresville, NC (September 15, 2026) American Freight Furniture & Mattress has tapped NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Driver, Spencer Boyd to be a spokesperson for the discount furniture and mattress store. As part of the partnership, American Freight will be the primary sponsor of Freedom Racing Enterprises’ Chevrolet Silverado at the upcoming race at Kansas Speedway.

The Missouri native, Boyd, commented on the fresh relationship, “I remember American Freight from when I was traveling the Midwest going to karting races so it’s fun to now be a spokesperson for them. I’m proud to represent this new ownership group of the brand with their renewed focus on offering affordable furniture and mattresses, great everyday prices, and serving customers through stores across the country.”

For more than thirty years, American Freight’s purpose has stayed the same: helping people create comfortable, functional, beautiful homes at prices they can afford. That commitment guides every decision they make — dependable products, honest pricing, and service that puts you first.

“We’re excited to partner with Spencer Boyd and Freedom Racing at Kansas Speedway as he gets behind the wheel of the No. 76 American Freight Chevrolet Silverado. Just like race day, American Freight is all about speed, value, and delivering for our customers. Our warehouse showrooms across the country are packed with furniture and mattresses ready to take home or deliver today at incredible values, including sofas starting at $299.99 and recliners starting at $199.99. Race into your local American Freight or online at AmericanFreight.com!” said Brock Roberts, Chief Operating Officer of 26 licensed American Freight stores.

To kick off the partnership NASCAR Driver Spencer Boyd will be visiting two stores during the race weekend in Kansas City. He will be signing autographs while the store hosts some great giveaways with details as follows:

Thursday, September 24 from 5-6pm at 3715 N. Belt Hwy. St Joseph, MO 64506
Sunday, September 27 from 12-1pm at 2210B S. State Rte. 291 Hwy. Independence, MO 64057
Catch Spencer Boyd driving the American Freight race truck at the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race at Kansas Speedway, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT. The 200-mile race will be broadcast live on FS1.

About American Freight
Since 1994, American Freight has sold furniture the way it should be sold: at warehouse prices. We buy direct and cut out the middleman, so we have sofas and queen mattresses starting at $299.99. Furniture and mattresses for every room, in stock and delivered same day, with flexible payment options and free layaway. Quality furniture, honest prices, no games. 56 locations. Come shop today.

TOYOTA RACING – NCTS Chase Media Day Quotes – Gio Ruggiero – 09.15.26

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TOYOTA RACING – Gio Ruggiero
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Quotes

CHARLOTTE (September 15, 2026) – TRICON Garage driver Gio Ruggiero was made available to the media on Tuesday as part of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Chase Media Day.

GIO RUGGIERO, No. 17 JBL Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, TRICON Garage

Who are you leaning on with this being your first Chase experience?

“I feel like someone I could lean on is Corey Heim a little bit. I can get some tips and advice from him, especially going into these next couple races, really good tracks for him in the past. So, having him as a part-time teammate at TRICON is really good. Obviously, he’s got a lot of experience, and he definitely knows what he’s doing. So, it’s good to have someone like that to look up to for advice.”

Where do you feel like your group is overall right now?

“Yeah, I feel like we’re in a good spot. Like you said, obviously would have liked to have a win, or two or three by now. I feel like we’ve had a lot of speed and had some really good opportunities to do that but just haven’t been able to close it off. So, I feel like heading into this Chase, just need to have a little bit better execution at the end of races and keep bringing fast trucks and we’re going to be in a really good spot. We have to keep having the consistency of being top five with speed and the rest will kind of come to me.”

What kind of advice have you gotten so far?

“Yeah, I think two people that I look up to as well for advice is, obviously, my driver coaches – Trevor (Bayne, competition advisor, TRD) and Blake (Koch, competition advisor, TRD). They do a really good job helping me out and helping me prepare. I think just being calm, not overthinking anything, and just locking in on the execution like I was talking about earlier. We’ve had a lot of speed. I think the preparation is there on my part. Just ready to get after it. Just got to be there at the end of the races and make it happen when it comes down to the final few laps.”

Do you think you can get a win during the Chase? If so, which one suits you best?

“I feel like these last few tracks that we’ve got on the schedule are really strong for me, so I feel confident for all of them. I think that we have the chances and opportunity to win more than one race to close out this the end of the season here. Last year, I missed the Playoffs, and then these last few, eight or ten races last year, I was really strong, running in the top 5 and top 4 every week. I feel really good about it and I’m very confident and excited to get to the track this weekend at Bristol. I feel good. I think we can win Bristol. I think we can win Kansas and I think we can win Charlotte. Just got to execute at the end of the races and show up with good speed.”

How important is to be aware of the non-Chase drivers and not make enemies with them?

“I feel like you definitely can’t be stupid and getting a beef with somebody who’s obviously has nothing to lose. You just got to be aware of your surroundings, and even other drivers in the Chase. You don’t want to kind of have an argument early in the Chase and with many races left to go. I think racing your other competitors with respect, racing them hard, but not flat-out wrecking anybody is going to go a long way.”

Do you think Bristol is going to be a cutthroat type of race?

“That’s a good question. I don’t know. We’ve been off for a couple weeks now, and everybody’s hungry to get back out there and race, and starting up the Chase, everybody’s trying to make up those points now. I feel like it’s going to be a hectic race for sure. I think everybody’s going to race each other hard and restarts there are super important because it can be a hard track to pass at, if the bottom lane’s super gripped up. I think the restarts; you’re going to see some really good racing and hopefully not too many wrecks.”

What does the break between the last race and the start of the Chase do for a driver?

“I feel like having the time off has given me more time to prepare, not for Bristol, but for the upcoming races past it. So, I feel good about that. I’ve kind of had extra time to get prepared for the Chase and extra time in the simulator working on future tracks. But it does suck to not be in the seat. I got in a Super Late Model a couple weeks ago at Tri-County and ran some laps. Felt good about that. But yeah, I’m just super excited and hungry to get back in the truck this weekend.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of over 50 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina began to assemble automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

TOYOTA RACING – NCTS Chase Media Day Quotes – Kaden Honeycutt – 09.15.26

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TOYOTA RACING – Kaden Honeycutt
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Quotes

CHARLOTTE (September 15, 2026) – TRICON Garage driver Kaden Honeycutt was made available to the media on Tuesday as part of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Chase Media Day.

KADEN HONEYCUTT, No. 11 Safelite Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, TRICON Garage

How invaluable is it to have Scott Zipadelli and the entire 11 team that won it all last year run this year with you?
“It’s definitely very valuable. He has brought a lot to the table as far as my racecraft and improving things that I’ve needed to be better on. And I feel like the races that we’ve won outside of the Truck Series is because of Scott (Zipadelli, crew chief). He’s taught me a lot of things on racecraft, managing a race, how to manage sim and things like that. He’s just an amazing guy outside of the racetrack too. We’ve had a really good relationship going through this year. I feel like I’ve given up a couple of races for him that I could’ve won, but we have seven weeks to go out and win him another championship. I don’t think there’s one weak spot on our schedule going into this Chase, so looking forward to it, and hopefully we can win it all.”

How important was your dominant win at Richmond for you going into the Chase?
“It was definitely good, for sure. I think as far as for me, I haven’t done a truck race like that before, so it was really good. We were struggling at Wilkesboro and IRP before that. And to go to another short track that was like IRP and to figure out the things we had wrong, and to win at Richmond was really, really cool. To do it in the fashion that we did just showed how relentless the team is and how they never give up and they will always strive for it and strive for greatness. So yeah, it was really good for us at Richmond, good for me confidence-wise, knowing that we absolutely can do this stuff every single week. Just need to put our mind to it and we can accomplish anything that we can set for it. I think we can do that at Bristol, and going forward after that it should be no problem.”

Where do you feel like you stack up against Layne Riggs and his team right now?
“Honestly, I don’t really compare myself to anybody. We’re racing 35 other trucks on the racetrack to win every week and that’s kind of the mindset. What this team sets on is we go out to win no matter who’s in front of us, a Chase guy or a non-Chase guy, it doesn’t matter. We go out and try to win the race and the points take care of themselves after that. That’s just Scott and the guys’ idea, and that’s my idea as well, that’s all we focus on is 35 other trucks to beat every single week.”

You’re racing for the championship for the first time with a top team in TRICON Garage. How do you approach the Chase knowing you’re in the best equipment of your career?
“It’s been really awesome for sure. Scott (Zipadelli, crew chief) and the guys have done a great job on getting me up to speed. We’ve had some rule changes as far as bodies and things like that were some changes from last year. But I feel like this year were really solid pretty much all season. I feel like I’ve lost at least three or four races by myself, just self-inflicting. Just cleaned that stuff up. I had a really good race at Richmond and a really good race at Loudon before the Chase before we had a flat tire. We have really all the tools that we need to go out and win this championship and to win the races going forward. So yeah, it’s been really awesome. Last year going through the transition and things like that was definitely not ideal, but we were able to still make it to Phoenix and be a contender at the end. I feel like if we can even put ourselves even close in that spot with this team, we’ll have no problem executing it and finishing these seven weeks off on top.”

Do you think that being able to achieve good performances during the Chase could affect your future in a positive way?
“Probably not. I think it’s definitely a tough seven weeks for sure, especially on the crew guys on the Truck Series doing five weeks in a row after Kansas, I believe. I don’t think it would change our speed or what we’ve accomplished this year as a team. It would definitely be disappointing if we don’t contend for it at the end. I think if we can just go through the first couple races and figure out where we’re at, and see if we can win those two, just put ourselves in spots and put ourselves in good position to have good points. We do that by trying, just going for the win. And I feel like if we can do that on a consistent basis throughout these seven weeks, it should be a good deal for everybody.”

You’re 25 points from the leader sitting second to start of the Chase. Can you put 25 points into perspective where you’re looking at it from the second position?
“As far as being able to jump that 25-point gap in one race, I think you would have to sweep both stages and win. The one seed would have to, I think, probably finish second or third in the stages and run second or third, and that would make it even after it. It’s definitely very difficult. I think it just shows and it rewards you for being good during the regular season. So, if we can go out and start really good at Bristol. Really just consistent, and we’ve obviously seen the last couple races for Cup have completely turned upside down for most of the guys. I feel like if we just execute, do our own deal, race our race, and not try to do anything else other than that and not focus on points so much, just focus on winning, and everything kind of takes care of itself after that.”

How much could things shake up with the Chase starting at Bristol?
“Yeah, absolutely. Bristol is pretty changing, for sure. It can make or break your Chase just like every racetrack can. Bristol is very high intense. It’s a short track and it’s going to be nonstop 250 laps bare-knuckle racing, so looking forward to it. Always love going to Bristol no matter what the occasion is. I think we had a good strong, spring performance. Not the finish we wanted, but I think we have a really good package going this weekend and kicking it off the right way.”

How did you just spend your downtime since the last race? Did you get away from thinking about racing or how did you spend it?
“I’ve been racing the last three weeks. We were able to win a couple races in the Pro Late Model with my JC Motorsports group out in Pensacola and also in the CARS Tour race at Florence. So I’ve been racing. I’ve been racing the last three weeks. I raced last week at Tri County. I actually spotted and I tested C. Bell’s (Christopher Bell) car that he won the ASA race with. The test driver was able to work that out and make that good for him. I’ve been busy. I’ve been staying in a race car the whole time and just trying to stay locked in and prepared for the seven-week stretch. Trying not to focus on anything else but winning a championship. I didn’t want to take those three weeks off and just not have my hands on a race car or be locked into a race mentality situation. I just stayed in it and looking forward to going to Bristol locked in for sure.”

How big of an advantage is it being with TRICON Garage and the championship winning team from last year?
“Things obviously change year to year. As far as rules, they got changed some stuff up this year. I think as far as speed, we haven’t really had any problem with speed at all. I feel like I’ve given up a few this year that were very easily probably could have been four or five wins this year. I think as far as speed, we’re not really concerned about the next seven races. We’re just going to go in each race and just see how it unfolds under practice and then make our race after that. Having a crew chief like Scott and the whole team that’s a championship caliber team is definitely very easy to get used to. Scott has helped me tremendously on my race craft and e’s done a lot of things for me outside of truck racing that’s led to winning races. I just think that’s a testament for how good of a teacher he is, how good of a crew chief he is, and also a great person as well. So, looking forward to hitting hard with this team and hopefully we can win them their second championship after Homestead.”

You’ve been lights out this year in the Pro Late Model on the CARS Tour. Can you just talk about the balancing act of being in position to win a title in CARS Tour while also pursuing a championship in trucks?
“I really didn’t plan on trying to win the Pro Late Model championship, but we’ve had such a good season on the tour that we’ve just put ourselves in a good spot to win that. Even after missing two races, I’m sitting here kind of can’t believe that. I’ll run Newport and in South Boston later on in the season. Not really caring about trying to win the championship in that, just going out and trying to win the races for the JC Motorsports Group. The points just fall where they are after that. Definitely want one of the young guys to go out and win the championship. It would do a lot more for them than it would for me. I go there to try to compete and win every week like I do in Truck Series anything I drive. As far as balance, I feel like I’ve done a good job at it this year. I’ve stayed mentally locked in on both sides every time I’m at the racetrack for any car that I’m in. I try to be locked into that race specifically and then move on to the next one once it’s over. I think we’ve done a good job at it this year. I’ve had a great management group that’s helped me out so much with that. My amazing wife also helps me balance it out as well. It’s been a good year. Hopefully we can keep it rolling and maybe win two of them. It’s not really a big of a deal for the Pro, but really just focused on winning the Truck Series championship and just winning races on the side.”

Dealing with non-chase drivers has been a big headline so far. In your opinion, how important is it to be aware of those other drivers and not make enemies out of them?
“It’s definitely good for them to come and race with us. I wouldn’t have won maybe Watkins Glen and Richmond without learning some of the things that they’ve taught us. It’s good for them to come down and teach us lessons and figure out what we need to do to be better. To go out and in the next race go and beat them at next time that they show up in the series. It’s really good to have them there. Thankfully for the next seven races we don’t have to worry about anybody coming from the outside. We treat them like a normal person, treat them like they’re a Truck Series driver and we try not to focus on anything but that. We don’t try to roll over or anything like that, especially me. I don’t try to particularly do anything like that. We need them in our series and it helps us grow because eventually if we want to race in the Cup Series, we have to race them as well. Looking forward to the next seven races and I think they get to run Homestead, I believe. I can’t remember what the rule is, but even if they do, it doesn’t matter. The goal is still the same.”

Is it an advantage or disadvantage for your truck team to have this three weeks off going into the Chase when you had such great momentum?
“The advantage for the Truck Series team is to have weeks and trucks ready prepared weeks ahead. I think for the five-week stretch, it’s definitely going to be pretty hard on those guys. If we can make their lives less stressful, that’s great. I know from the financial side, it’s definitely hard for a Truck Series team to stay in good operation for those weeks off. I don’t really know if we have a disadvantage as far as momentum, but I think since I’ve stayed in the race car and we’ve won some races and my confidence is high as ever. I don’t really have a concern or the team has a concern going to the racetrack and having speed. I think the advantage for sure is the be weeks prepared ahead and have the guys not so stressed out and working after hours from seven to midnight. If we can get those guys out of the shop by then and have them go home and have a good dinner with their wives and family, you get a good head space, it makes everybody’s lives better. I think that’s been the advantage that we’ll take and run with and the guys have done a great job getting ahead. Looking forward to the next race couple weeks.”

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of over 50 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina began to assemble automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

Automotive Film Guide: An Explanation of Tint, PPF, and Windshield Protection

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Knowing what your car needs most is the first step in choosing automotive film. First, think about glass protection, sunlight control, comfort, and privacy. Consider driving factors and local laws, and then think about the environment and driving habits. Lastly, consider visibility.

Being able to compare darkness levels is helpful, but just understanding 35 tint on car will not help determine how well a film will perform in the real world. There are many factors that can affect a film’s performance, such as the technology used, the quality of the glass, the film’s installation, and the film’s technology.

Understanding the Main Types of Automotive Film

Different films perform different functions throughout the vehicle. Using various types of films based on function and material adds more protection for the vehicle.

Automotive Window Tint

Window tint is generally for side and rear windows. This film helps reduce dashboard glare, protects passengers from UV rays, and adds some level of privacy. Multiple VLT levels (Visible Light Transmittance) offer different levels of privacy.

Paint Protection Film

PPF is for all painted surfaces. The most common places to apply PPF are bumpers, hoods, fenders, and mirrors. This film helps ensure that the vehicle’s paint doesn’t get damaged from stones, insects, and other road hazards.

How Tint Percentage Changes the Driving Experience

Tint percentage sheds light on something known as Visible Light Transmission (VLT). High tint percentages allow more visible light to pass through the glass. Lower percentages make the glass appear darker in contrast. Just because something is dark does not mean it supplies better overall performance.

Below are some examples with different VLT percentages.

  • 70%: High visibility while maintaining a light appearance
  • 50%: Some tint, balanced brightness, and decent privacy
  • 35%: Dark tint while still being practical for daytime use
  • 20%: Increased privacy with a darker appearance
  • 5%: Commonly referred to as limo tint

What Should Drivers Consider between 35% vs. 20% Tint?

Many factors can depend on a driver’s decision between 35% and 20% tints. 35% tints generally provide a nice balance of privacy and visibility. A 20% tint provides a much darker and more private cabin. Drivers should also consider visibility at night. Dark glass depletes light in the cabin. This affects visibility the most when driving on unlit roads. Dark glass also typically limits the tint levels available for use.

Tint LevelAppearancePrivacyVisibility
35%Moderately darkModerateGenerally easier
20%DarkHigherReduced in darker conditions
5%Very darkVery highSignificantly reduced

Someone considering 20 percent tint should compare visibility before appearance. A very dark film may not suit every driving situation.

Where Windshield Film Fits Into Vehicle Protection

Windshield film has different roles when compared to other window tints. Windshields have a role in impact protection, so high visibility has to be maintained. Films can also offer impact protection as well as glass protection and sun control.

TERMINAX offers Windshield-X™ Protection Film for windshield applications. The film uses clear PET construction for added impact protection. TERMINAX also describes the product as maintaining optical clarity. Windshield applications still require careful attention to local regulations.

Why Film Quality Matters as Much as Tint Percentage

Looking at two different films of the same darkness can prove to be a big performance discrepancy. Not only do the materials, coatings, and construction of a film matter, but so does the optical clarity. Most quality films are made to protect against bubbling and distortion.

For protection, visibility, and performance, TERMINAX has you covered with its many automotive film categories. For automotive windshield film, TERMINAX has Ultra-Crystal X. Automotive PPF is Ultra-NAX. Automotive window film is the Ultra SA Series.

Choosing the Right Film for Your Vehicle

The primary purpose of choosing a film should be your driving needs. Factors like comfort, privacy, protection, visibility, and aesthetics all come into play. Paint is protected with PPF, and glass is protected with windshield film.

These are a few things to consider:

  • Driving: This relates to daytime versus nighttime visibility.
  • Climate: Exposure to sunlight and heat.
  • Privacy: Dark legal tint.
  • Laws: Know the local VLT.
  • Quality: Compare all of these: materials, transparency, warranty.
  • Installation: Additionally, consider the experience of the person you hire to do it.

Check Local Tint Laws Before Installation

There are varying laws that govern the tinting of vehicles across the globe. They may even differ within specific regions of a country. There may be variance in law for the different windows of a vehicle. Front windows are often more restricted than back windows. Windshields may also have separate laws that govern them.

Just looking at the film percentage is not always enough. All factory glass has a visible light transmission. Aftermarket film will change the final transmission. Always check the actual law before you tint.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, when shopping for automotive film, most people think about darkness and how much they don’t want to be seen. Then they think about the level of privacy the tint offers. Looks aside, protection, sunlight control, comfort, and visibility should all come into play when considering the best film for the job.

NASCAR Playoffs Return to Charlotte’s Oval For Bank of America 400 Weekend, Oct. 9-11

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Charlotte Motor Speedway's historic 1.5-mile oval will once again take center stage Oct. 9-11 as NASCAR's top drivers return for Bank of America 400 weekend. (CMS photo)

NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series drivers share why they’re excited to return to Charlotte Motor Speedway’s historic oval for the NASCAR Chase and Bank of America 400 weekend, Oct. 9-11.

Bank of America 400 weekend tickets are available at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-455-FANS (3267). Kids 12 and under can experience the action all weekend for just $10, and fans can take their race-day experience to the next level with a Track Pass upgrade featuring stage-front access, driver introductions and Sunday’s pre-race concert.

CONCORD, N.C. (Sept. 15, 2026) – When the NASCAR Chase returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway this October, drivers will take on the iconic 1.5-mile oval for the first time since 2017.

Ahead of the triple-header Bank of America 400 weekend, here’s what some of NASCAR’s biggest stars had to say about the return to the oval on one of the sport’s premier tracks and why they’re eager to battle for a Playoff win on the historic oval once again.

Jesse Love, No. 2, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, Richard Childress Racing

“Well, I love the racetrack. I think every driver probably agrees that the Charlotte oval is top two, top three or the best intermediate (track) on the schedule right now. The way the track’s aged and the character it has, and obviously we all love racing at home. It’s a track that I feel like I’m very good at and had a good shot to win at earlier this year, and was obviously pretty frustrated with how that one ended, but looking forward to trying to get some redemption there.”

Justin Allgaier, No. 7, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, JR Motorsports

“As somebody that’s grown up in the sport and the oval has just been synonymous with what I think of when I think of Charlotte Motor Speedway, I’m super excited to get the oval back into our Chase, and just especially with the success that we’ve had as a company in JR Motorsports, it makes it that much easier for myself to want to go back to the oval. I still love the ROVAL™, and I love the style of racing, but I just feel like for us, and for where the sport’s at right now, the oval puts on such amazing racing that it’s hard to walk away from that.”

Chase Elliott, No. 9, NASCAR Cup Series, Hendrick Motorsports

“I think it just fits. Charlotte’s a staple on our schedule, and I also think it fits really well coming back in the Chase format. It just always was a really exciting event every fall that I always looked forward to as a fan, kind of growing up watching, so excited to have that back and in what I view to be a pure form.”

Denny Hamlin, No. 11, NASCAR Cup Series, Joe Gibbs Racing

“I’m really looking forward to going back to the Charlotte oval. I think that the results really speak for themselves. The couple of times that we’ve been on the oval just seems like the racing is second to none there. We’ve had some great (Coca-Cola) 600s over the last few years. Some fantastic finishes there. Add the Chase atmosphere into that, and you’re probably going to have a pretty good product.”

Ryan Blaney, No. 12, NASCAR Cup Series, Team Penske

“I enjoyed the ROVAL™ for a bit. I thought it was a really big leap in NASCAR. It’s really funny because in 2018, everyone thought that NASCAR was crazy, doing the ROVAL™, and now look where we are racing on naval bases and the streets of Chicago and stuff like that. I like that it’s back at the oval. I think you have so many options at that place. You can kind of flip-flop it bi-yearly or whatever you want to do with it. But it’s nice to, you know, to have Charlotte Motor Speedway back in the Chase on the oval. I think that racetrack puts on a heck of a show. It’s a really, really worn racetrack, rough. So it’s going to be a heck of a show.”

Chase Briscoe, No. 19, NASCAR Cup Series, Joe Gibbs Racing

“I’m super excited for it to be back on the oval. Personally, I like the ROVAL™ too, but I think the oval has had such great racing, especially in this next-gen car. I think it’s the best track on the schedule, truthfully. So, I’m just excited to have another chance to go run the oval at Charlotte, and you had to do it in the hot and slick middle of the afternoon. It’s going to be a blast.”

Christopher Bell, No. 20, Joe Gibbs Racing

“Having 400 miles at Charlotte is going to make the race feel completely different than the Coca-Cola 600. The intensity is going to be through the roof.”

TICKETS:
Bank of America 400 weekend tickets are available now at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-455-FANS (3267). Kids 12 and under can experience all the action for just $10, and fans can elevate their race-day experience with a Track Pass upgrade featuring stage-front access, driver introductions and Sunday’s pre-race concert.

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Michael “Buddy” Kofoid Wins Wild World of Outlaws Nos Energy Drink Sprint Car return to El Paso County Raceway

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The World of Outlaws Nos Energy Drink Sprint Cars visited El Paso County Raceway on Monday night to continue their 2026 season. It was the first time in over a decade that the series visited the facility. Ironically enough, it was on this very date 10 years ago, back in 2016, when the last visit occurred.

The tour has just 19 events left for the season if you include the World Finals, which takes place from Wednesday, November 4 through Saturday, November 7. All weather permitting, of course. Previously, the tour visited Dodge City Raceway Park in Dodge City, Kansas, this past Saturday, where Michael “Buddy” Kofoid piloted the Roth Motorsports No. 83 entry to a dominant victory, led all 30 laps, and knocked down David Gravel’s gigantic points lead to 148 points.

Following a wild 35-lap feature event, which saw Gravel go upside down on the white flag lap with a lap car and collecting Carson Macedo with him, the victory went to Kofoid, who closed down the overall points lead once more. The victory was his 14th of the 2026 season and the 36th of his career.

“First off, I was trying to get on the brakes as hard as I can, at least get it turned in hopes of maybe miss him (Gravel’s flip), you know it worked out,” Kofoid said to Dirtvision when asked about the last lap incident. “I feel bad for the guys. I feel like I kind of feel like I did give that one away. Probably two or three bad laps in traffic, messing with that red and white 6 car (Bryan Gossel). David (Gravel) got there and tried to race with him, and just ran another not so great lap and gave it to Carson (Macedo).

“I still feel like we had speed for sure. I feel like we could run the top really hard. I got Carson (Macedo) back, and just kind of proved to me the winning move, if you will. I guess you’d rather be lucky than good, but David (Gravel) beat me in traffic, I just made too many mistakes. So glad to get a win, of course. Just a bummer how that almost went, but glad to have got it back.”

There were 27 Sprint Cars on the entry list for tonight’s race.

Feature Race Recap – 35 Laps – $12,000 To Win

Gravel started on the pole, with Kofoid on the outside. Gravel took the early lead and was side-by-side with Kofoid. However, Kofoid eventually took the lead on Lap 3 in Turn 3. On Lap 7, Kofoid began entering lap traffic on the back half of the field and maintained a sizable lead on Gravel.

However, Kofoid’s lead would be erased, as the first caution of the race fell at Lap 18 when Sheldon Haudenschild’s car was slow on the frontstretch. Haudenschild entered the pit area to work on the right rear. His Nos Energy Drink crew was able to fix the problem, and Haudenschild came back on the track as the last car on the lead lap.

For the restart, Kofoid chose the inside, and Gravel was on the outside. At Lap 23, Kofoid again began lapping the back half of the field, which allowed Gravel for a brief moment. Prior to taking Lap 28, Gravel was on the inside of Kofoid in Turn 4, but Kofoid held his position.

At Lap 31 of 35, Gravel was close to Kofoid on the right rear off Turn 4. However, with three laps to go, Gravel took his shot and grabbed the lead from Kofoid on the frontstretch entering Turn 1. Carson Macedo then moved into second with two to go.

Unfortunately for Gravel, he would be the cause of caution on the last lap as he made contact in Turns 1 and 2 with the Last Chance Showdown winner, Bryce Lucius. Gravel went upside down and also took Carson Macedo and Garret Williamson with him. This incident would bring out the red flag.

There was a two-lap dash to the finish, and the victory went to Kofoid, as he beat Steven Snyder Jr to the line by 0.712 seconds. 

Heat Race Recaps – Top Six Transfer- 10 Laps A Piece

Prior to the heat races, there was a two-lap qualifying session. Pacing the hot lap session was Spencer Bayston with a time of 12.476 seconds. In qualifying, the fastest time went to Kofoid with a time of 12.153 seconds.

Heat 1 – Kofoid was on the pole for the first heat. The heat win was an easy win for Kofoid, who led every single lap to claim the win. Haudenschild, Chris Windom, Steven Snyder Jr., J.J. Hickle, and Skylar Gee were the transfers.

Heat 2 – Bayston had the pole for this heat and won by 1.2 seconds over points leader Gravel. After Gravel, it was Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Adam Trimble, and Conner Morrell, your transfers. Trimble was making his Outlaw Sprint Car debut.

Heat 3 – Carson Macedo was the top starter for the third and final heat. Like the previous heat races, there were no yellows, and Carson Macedo went on to secure the heat victory. For the transfers, it was Garrett Williamson, Bill Balog, Donny Schatz, Garett Benson, and Zach Blurton.

Winning the eight-lap dash event was Gavel, which meant he would start on the pole for the feature. Bryce Lucius won the Last Chance Showdown. 

For those who missed the feature, you can watch the highlights below.

Official Race Results Following El Paso County Raceway

  1. Michael Kofoid
  2. Steven Snyder Jr
  3. Chris Windom
  4. Donny Schatz
  5. Spencer Bayston
  6. Logan Schuchart
  7. Emerson Axsom
  8. Adam Trimble
  9. Cole Macedo
  10. Sheldon Haudenschild
  11. Bill Balog
  12. J.J. Hickle
  13. Skylar Gee
  14. Garet Williamson
  15. Carson Macedo
  16. Zach Blurton
  17. David Gravel
  18. Bryce Lucius
  19. Garrett Benson
  20. Austyn Gossel
  21. Conner Morell
  22. Zack Merritt
  23. Alex Pettas
  24. Bryan Gossel

Following tonight’s event, Kofoid gained 30 points on Gravel, and is now only 114 points behind first.

Up Next – The World of Outlaws Nos Energy Drink Sprint Car Series heads to the west coast to Stockton, California at the Stockton Dirt Track for the Dennis Roth Classic, which will be a two-day show on Friday and Saturday night, Sept 18 and Sept 19, live on Dirtvision.

2026 Niece Motorsports NCTS Race Preview: Bristol Motor Speedway II

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NCTS RACE PREVIEW: BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY II
Event: UNOH 250 Presented by Ohio Logistics (250 laps / 133.25 miles)
Round: 19 of 25 (Chase Opener)
Track: Bristol Motor Speedway
Location: Bristol, TN
Date & Time: Thursday, September 17 | 8:00 PM ET
Tune-In: FOX Sports 1 | NASCAR Racing Network (NRN) | SiriusXM Ch. 90

Team Stats & Notes

  • Niece Motorsports Bristol Stats:

NCTS Starts: 38; Top-Fives: 3; Top-10s: 7; Best Finish: 3rd (Ross Chastain, 2019).

  • Chase Bound: Niece Motorsports’ No. 45 team begins its owner’s championship hunt this weekend in Bristol. This will mark the organization’s sixth NCTS postseason appearance (2019, ‘21,’22,’23, & ’24) in its 11th year of competition. In 2019, the team finished second overall, coming up just one point shy of the championship.
  • Historical Team Postseason Stats:

2019 (Chastain): Points Finish: 2nd; Wins: 3; Poles: 1; Top-Fives: 10; Top-10s: 18

2021 (Hocevar): Points Finish: 8th; Top-Fives: 2; Top-10s: 3
2022 (Hocevar): Points Finish: 10th; Poles: 1; Top-Fives: 7; Top-10s: 12
2023 (Hocevar): Points Finish: 4th; Wins: 4; Top-Fives: 11; Top-10s: 13
2024 (All-Star): Points Finish: 10th; Wins: 1; Top-Fives: 5; Top-10s: 9

No. 4 AutoVentive / Precision Vehicle Logistics Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Connor Hall | Crew Chief: Mike Shiplett

Read Connor’s Bio

  • Hall’s Bristol Stats:

Connor Hall will make his first-career start in any series at Bristol on Thursday.

  • Shiplett’s Bristol Stats:

NCS Starts: 9; Top-10s: 1; Best Finish: 8th (2022).

NOAPS Starts: 13; Wins: 2 (Kasey Kahne, 2007 & Kyle Larson, 2018); Poles: 2 (Kyle Larson, 2017 & Cole Custer, 2019); Top-Fives: 7; Top-10s: 8.

NCTS Starts: 6; Best Finish: 13th (2024).

  • On the Truck: Hall’s No. 4 Chevrolet Silverado RST will race with support from AutoVentive and Precision Vehicle Logistics.
  • Recapping New Hampshire: Connor Hall and the DQS Solutions & Staffing team made gains in New Hampshire. After starting 27th, Hall passed a handful of trucks and maintained 24th in both opening stages. The No. 4 team remained on the lead lap throughout the entire race and made solid improvements to the truck’s balance. Hall crossed the line in 22nd-place in his fourth-career NCTS start.
  • Quoting Hall: You’ve raced at a bunch of different track types in the truck this year, but have yet to run at a high-paced short track like Bristol. What do you need to focus on to have a good showing on Thursday?

“Bristol is a very line-sensitive racetrack, so I need to mind my P’s and Q’s the entire 250 laps and make sure I hit my marks in every corner. I’ve never raced anywhere that has PJ1 on the track surface, so that will be a new learning experience as well. My goal for Thursday night is to have our best qualifying effort yet, and that should put us in a good position for a better showing in the race. If we can maintain our track position with our AutoVentive / Precision Silverado, we should be in a good spot to bring home a solid finish for the No. 4 team.”

About AutoVentive: AutoVentive is an industry-leading Software as a Service (SaaS) applications developer providing customized solutions to the automotive logistics industry. The company is part of Liberty Hill Equity Partners, LLC, a Cincinnati-based private equity firm.

About Precision Vehicle Logistics: Precision Vehicle Logistics is a customer-focused group of professionals committed to service excellence in finished vehicle logistics. Precision offers a unique combination of talented experience, industry-leading software and systems, and a network of partners and resources to deliver customized solutions to the world’s leading automakers.

No. 42 Vetted Ventures Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Parker Eatmon | Crew Chief: Landon Polinski

Read Parker’s Bio

  • Eatmon’s Bristol Stats:

Parker Eatmon will make his first-career start in any series at Bristol on Thursday.

  • Polinski’s Bristol Stats:

NCTS Starts: 2; Best Finish: 16th (2025).

  • On the Truck: Eatmon’s No. 42 Chevrolet Silverado RST will race with support from Vetted Ventures, a private sales and acquisitions management firm.
  • Recapping New Hampshire: Parker Eatmon and the Operator Standard team earned their first top-10 finish together at New Hampshire. Eatmon qualified the best out of his Niece Motorsports teammates in 18th-place, but slid back to 25th in the opening two stages. The No. 42 team made adjustments in the final stage that helped him move through the field in the closing restarts to gain track position. The rookie picked up his first-career top-10 finish in 10th-place.
  • Owner Points Outlook: Eatmon’s 10th-place finish at New Hampshire kept the No. 42 team positioned 23rd-place in the owner point standings. Ahead of Bristol, the team is 24 points behind TRICON Garage’s No. 15 team in 22nd, and nine points ahead of Kaulig Racing’s No. 10 team in 24th.
  • Quoting Eatmon: Though you haven’t raced at Bristol before, do you think your experience on the concrete at Dover earlier this year will help you get acclimated here?

“I think having that race at Dover under my belt will help me, especially because the tracks are both concrete-based. Going to Bristol for the first time, I at least know how the surface reacts, which should be pretty valuable. I think you have to pay attention to the lapped traffic here and how you navigate through it, since that is typically a big factor in the Truck Series races. I’ve been going back and watching past races to see how the other drivers raced this track, and the simulator has been helpful to prepare me as well. I feel pretty optimistic that our Vetted Ventures team can have a good run this week.”

About Vetted Ventures: Vetted Ventures is a pioneer in revolutionizing private sales and acquisitions management through an ecosystem of exclusive clients with the ability to be represented by one company across different industries. We aim to provide our clients with the opportunities they seek backed by the service they deserve. To learn more about the company, please visit www.Vetted-Ventures.com.

No. 44 BLAC / GoKartMania Academy Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Andrés Perez de Lara | Crew Chief: Wally Rogers

Read Andrés’ Bio

  • Pérez de Lara’s Bristol Stats:

NCTS Starts: 3; Top-10s: 1; Best Finish: 8th (2025).

ARCA Starts: 3; Top-Fives: 2; Top-10s: 3; Best Finish: 3rd (2023).

  • Rogers’ Bristol Stats:

NCS Starts: 11; Best Finish: 18th (2014).

NOAPS Starts: 13; Top-Fives: 2; Top-10s: 7; Best Finish: 3rd (twice – 2001 & 2006).

NCTS Starts: 11; Top-Fives: 1; Top-10s: 2; Best Finish: 3rd (2004).

  • On the Truck: Pérez de Lara’s No. 44 Chevrolet Silverado RST will race with support from BLAC (a Mexican technology company) and GoKartMania (an indoor go kart race track chain). The two brands have joined forces to sponsor the fastest go kart racers in Mexico for a fully-funded Formula 5 seat. To learn more, visit https://blac.racing/en.
  • Recapping New Hampshire: Andrés Pérez de Lara and the Telcel team had a fast truck in New Hampshire, but were unfortunately swept away in a late-race incident. Pérez de Lara started deep in the field in 29th, but made a lot of ground in the first stage up to 17th. In the second stage, the No. 44 climbed even further up to 11th. The team was in contention for a top-10 finish late in the going, but a spinning truck bounced off the right side door and forced a late pit stop. The team was credited with a 27th-place result.
  • Driver Points Outlook: Despite finishing 27th in New Hampshire, Pérez de Lara gained a spot in the point standings up to 14th-place overall. Entering Bristol, the sophomore driver is only nine points behind Brenden Queen in 13th, and three points ahead of Justin Haley in 15th.
  • Quoting Pérez de Lara: In last year’s fall race, your team had a great run, but you had a lot going on earlier this year in the spring. What do you need to do to get back into the top-10 this time around?

“We had a really strong race in the fall, and I think the track races a little differently when you compare it to the spring. More than anything, we just need to execute a clean day on Thursday. I put ourselves in a bad situation with qualifying earlier this year and that really affected our race. Track position is going to be important, so if you have a good qualifying result, you should be able to stay up there. We’ve shown pace here before, so I’m hopeful that our BLAC / GoKartMania Academy Chevy will be fast this week.”

About BLAC: BLAC is a technology and logistics company specializing in real-time tracking, asset visibility, and intelligent monitoring solutions for transportation, providing also location and condition data in real time for all shipments in the entire supply chain operations. With operations and coverage at an international level, BLAC provides advanced tracking technology designed to help companies reduce risk, improve operational control, and protect high-value cargo through real-time visibility and smart alert systems.

Through its innovative platform and 24/7 monitoring capabilities, BLAC supports businesses across multiple industries with scalable solutions focused on logistics security, transportation efficiency, and asset recovery. With years of experience in GPS tracking, supply chain visibility, and transportation security, BLAC continues to position itself as a trusted technology partner for companies seeking smarter and safer logistics operations.

About GoKartMania: GoKartMania is Mexico’s leading indoor go-kart track, a 100% Mexican company with a global presence. Their karts are of European origin and feature the most precise timing system. At GoKartMania, you’ll find activities for the whole family and a wide variety of race formats and activities.

GoKartMania is the ideal place for both beginners and seasoned motorsport enthusiasts. From a fun-filled, adrenaline-fueled afternoon with the family to competing in high-level series and championships, including position races, knockout format, endurance races, and karting clinics. They also offer birthday parties, team building activities, product launches, and much more.

No. 45 Utilitra Chevrolet Silverado RST
Driver: Landen Lewis | Crew Chief: Phil Gould

Read Landen’s Bio

  • Lewis’ Bristol Stats:

Landen Lewis will make his first-career NCTS start at Bristol on Thursday.

ARCA Starts: 2; Top-Fives: 1; Top-10s: 1; Best Finish: 2nd (2024).

  • Gould’s Bristol Stats:

NOAPS Starts: 12; Top-10s: 3; Best Finish: 9th (2013).

NCTS Starts: 10; Top-Fives: 3; Top-10s: 6; Best Finish: 3rd (2019).

  • On the Truck: Lewis’ No. 45 Chevrolet Silverado RST will race with support from Utilitra, a woman-owned firm specializing in utility and technology solutions with a diverse team of specialized professionals. Bristol marks Utilitra’s first race of the season as a primary sponsor with Lewis.
  • Recapping New Hampshire: Landen Lewis and the J.F. Electric team had their race ruined by an early crash due to contact from the No. 5 truck on lap 14. Lewis, with heavy damage to the right side and rear end of his truck, was able to remain on track despite being several laps down. The No. 45 team came home with a 32nd-place finish, but most importantly, were able to clinch their spot in the Owner’s Chase for the Championship. Lewis will lead the team to a bid for the owner’s championship beginning next race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
  • Owner Points Outlook: With the owner points reset following the regular season finale at New Hampshire, the No. 45 team enters the Chase as the ninth seed. The team is 65 points behind the leading Front Row Motorsports No. 34 team, five points behind Spire Motorsports’ No. 77 Chevrolet in eighth, and five points ahead of ThorSport Racing’s No. 88 team in 10th.
  • Quoting Lewis: Now that your team has secured its spot in the Chase, what are your biggest goals for the rest of the season?

“I view this weekend in Bristol as a clean slate for us to reset as we head into the last seven races. One of the biggest things I will try my best at will be staying consistent throughout all of these races and not wrecking out or doing anything that we don’t need to do. If we can consistently run up front, I feel like we can slowly chip away at the points. I would love to get a win at some point too. I feel great heading into the weekend with our Utilitra Chevy and am looking forward to competing for an owner’s championship.”

About Utilitra: Utilitra is a woman-owned firm specializing in utility and technology solutions with a diverse team of specialized professionals. Utilitra is committed to solving their client’s unique challenges, whether one expert or a team of experts is needed. By adapting to the needs of their respective industries, Utilitra has built a range of services for their utility and technology partners.

About Niece Motorsports: Niece Motorsports is a professional auto racing team that has competed in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series since 2016. The team is owned by Josh Morris of DQS Solutions and Staffing and the Fowler Family of J.F. Electric and Utilitra, and was founded by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. At its 80,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Salisbury, NC, Niece Motorsports is a full-service race vehicle build shop as well as a customizable fabrication shop for any manufacturing needs.

Follow the Team: To keep up to date with the latest team news, visit niecemotorsports.com or connect on Facebook and Instagram (@NieceMotorsports) as well as X (@NieceMotorsport).

NASCAR 26 Launches Today on PC, PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S

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Gold Edition Available Now Before the Standard Edition Releases on September 18

CHELMSFORD, Mass. – Sept. 15, 2026 –NASCAR and iRacing Studios are excited today to kick off the early access launch period for Gold Edition owners of NASCAR 26, the newest installment in the best-selling racing game franchise, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. True NASCAR and racing fans can get their careers started now before the game’s Standard Edition releases on September 18. Race as your favorite drivers across all four premier NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series – in the best NASCAR experience ever delivered on consoles.

Launch Trailer: YouTube

Players can purchase NASCAR 26’s Gold Edition today for $79.99, unlocking the full game along with the Season Pass, featuring four monthly DLC packs through the end of the year including new paint schemes, fire suits, and career mode perks (VIP employees, 1,000 rep points, and a $10,000 career bonus). Pre-ordering either the Gold Edition or the Standard Edition ($59.99) before September 18 will unlock an additional $5,000 career bonus, 500 career reputation points, and an exclusive Kyle Larson paint scheme.

“The response to NASCAR 25 reflected the momentum we’re seeing across NASCAR and gave us a strong foundation to build from,” said Nick Rend, Vice President of Interactive & Emerging Platforms at NASCAR. “Over the past year, we’ve worked closely with iRacing Studios and listened to our community to identify where we could make the experience better. NASCAR 26 is the result of that work, and you can see it across the game, from how the cars drive and tracks evolve to cross-platform play that brings players together.”

Built in collaboration with NASCAR and powered by iRacing Studios’ industry-leading simulation technology, NASCAR 26 continues the franchise’s commitment to delivering the most authentic representation of the sport both on and off the track. Become a legend in the improved Career Mode, take on opponents in competitive cross-platform online multiplayer, and fight for the championship in The Chase, a new standalone mode. There’s also a groundbreaking dynamic track feature that evolves over each race weekend, a new Peak Performance training mode, dramatically improved graphics, lighting and much more.

Key Features

  • Favorite Drivers & Tracks: Race across the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series with your favorite drivers and tracks from each series.
  • Improved Career Mode: Career Mode returns deeper than ever, featuring new weekly strategic planning decisions with Facility Upgrades that shape your journey from day one, along with performance coaching and tips from NASCAR greats Steve Letarte and Jamie McMurray.  
  • New Game Modes & Features: Experience the thrill of The Chase, a new customizable standalone mode where you fight for a championship over the last 10 races of the season against the field of your choice, along with a new Peak Performance training mode to perfect your abilities on every track plus cross-platform multiplayer.
  • New Upgrades & Enhancements: Enjoy visual upgrades across the entire game, including improved graphics, skies, and dynamic lighting and cloud interactions, plus better replay cameras and an all new particle system for enhanced smoke, debris and additional effects. On the track, you’ll experience an all new tire and braking model for a more authentic racing experience along  with dynamic track technology that changes the grip over the course of a race weekend. 
  • And So Much More: Discover a ton of other additions, such as burnout celebrations, an all-new Ram truck, a new spotter (Freddie Kraft), new tracks (including the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado, Chicagoland, and St. Petersburg), a trophy room, an enhanced paint kit, and all new (fully customizable!) driver ratings for 2026. 

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Series, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Euro Series, NASCAR Mexico Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

For more information, visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X and Facebook.

About iRacing
The world leader in the online racing simulation and gaming market, iRacing was founded in 2003 by Dave Kaemmer, co-founder of Papyrus Design Group, and John Henry, principal owner of the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club and co-owner of Roush Fenway Racing. iRacing has developed dozens of formal partnerships in the motorsport industry to help create the most authentic racing simulation in the world, including with NASCAR, INDYCAR, the FIA, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, and numerous other car manufacturers, tracks, and racing series. Alongside its PC simulation, iRacing also produces the official console games of NASCAR (beginning in 2025) and the World of Outlaws, as well as the fantasy off-road racing game ExoCross. Learn more at www.iracing.com.

Swedish Hometown To Honor Indy 500 Winner Rosenqvist With Public Celebration

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INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026) – 2026 Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge winner Felix Rosenqvist will be honored Saturday, Dec. 5 by his hometown, Värnamo, during a public celebration in the Swedish city.

Local residents, motorsports fans and visitors from near and far are invited to join the city in celebrating his historic victory May 24 in the Indianapolis 500. The free, family-friendly event will take place in central Värnamo with Rosenqvist as the guest of honor.

“Celebrating an Indy 500 victory in my hometown will be an unforgettable way to conclude the best year of my life,” Rosenqvist said. “Sharing an occasion like this with everyone in Värnamo, where the dream began, will feel completely surreal. It will truly be one of those pinch-me moments.

“It is truly amazing to think that we will all be able to experience and share this together. I am really looking forward to seeing friends, family and everyone else in Värnamo in December.”

The program will include tributes from the stage, interviews, live music and motorsports-themed activities. Representatives from INDYCAR will take part in the celebration. Additional news and highlights will be announced closer to the event.

Rosenqvist earned his first victory in ”The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” in the No. 60 Honda for Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb Agajanian. He beat David Malukas of Team Penske by .0233 of a second in the closest finish in the century-plus history of the race.

“Felix Rosenqvist’s success is an outstanding achievement that has inspired tremendous pride and joy throughout Värnamo,” said Staffan Svensson, project manager and destination development officer at Värnamo Municipality. ”We want to give the people of Värnamo and the motorsports community an opportunity to celebrate him together, while also showcasing the strong sense of community and local pride that exists here.”

The event is being jointly organized by Värnamo Näringsliv, Värnamo City and Värnamo Municipality.

“This partnership reflects the strong sense of community that makes Värnamo what it is,” said Anki Hansson of Värnamo Näringsliv. ”Together, we want to create a public celebration that honors Felix while also welcoming visitors to Värnamo.”

FOX SPORTS, WILMER VALDERRAMA’S WV ALTERNATIVE & NASCAR STUDIOS ANNOUNCE SUÁREZ PREMIERE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 17 ON FS1

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Kicking Off National Hispanic Heritage Month, Documentary Follows NASCAR Star Daniel Suárez’s Emotional Homecoming During Historic 2025 Mexico City Race Weekend

Special Preview Airs Tonight, Sept. 15 on FOX Deportes, Documentary Available on Tubi Following FS1 Debut

Film Presented by Freeway Insurance

LOS ANGELES – FOX Sports, Wilmer Valderrama’s WV Alternative and NASCAR Studios today announce SUÁREZ, a new documentary chronicling NASCAR star Daniel Suárez’s emotional homecoming during the 2025 Mexico City race weekend. Premiering Thursday, Sept. 17, at 10:00 PM ET on FS1 in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the film captures a defining chapter in Suárez’s groundbreaking career as Mexico and the United States rally around one driver, one race and one unforgettable moment.

The documentary will have a special preview tonight, Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 9:00 PM ET on FOX Deportes and will also be available on Tubi beginning Saturday, Oct. 17 in the U.S., Mexico and LATAM markets following its FS1 debut.

Set against NASCAR’s historic return to Mexico City and its first championship race outside the United States since 1958, SUÁREZ follows the three-time Cup Series race winner back to the country that shaped him. After leaving Mexico to pursue his NASCAR dreams in the United States, where he would go on to become the first Mexican-born driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race, Suárez returns home, racing not just for victory, but for something greater. The full-circle moment underscores what Suárez’s rise has meant for NASCAR and for a new generation of fans.

“The most compelling sports stories are the ones that resonate far beyond the competition itself, and Daniel’s is one of them,” said Barry Nugent, Vice President, Development & Original Programming, FOX Sports. “Daniel’s journey is defined by perseverance, sacrifice and an unwavering pride in where he comes from. He has opened doors, inspired fans and has given the next generation someone to see themselves in. We are proud to partner with WV Alternative and NASCAR Studios to share this deeply personal chapter in Daniel’s life.”

Through intimate access to Suárez, his family and those closest to him, SUÁREZ traces his journey from his beginnings in Monterrey to the highest level of American motorsports, exploring the experiences, relationships and sense of identity that have shaped his career, including the many sacrifices his family made to support his racing ambitions.

“Coming back to Mexico and racing in front of my home country was something I had dreamed about for a long time, but I don’t think I fully understood what it would mean until I was there,” said Suárez. “There were so many emotions that weekend, the pressure, the support from my family and fans, and thinking about everything I had gone through to get to that point. Mexico will always be a huge part of who I am, and being able to race there at the highest level was an incredibly meaningful moment in my life. I hope people watching this film can understand where I came from, what this journey has meant to me and feel inspired to chase their own dreams, no matter where they start.”

After an accident in qualifying forces Suárez into a backup car and to the rear of the field for the 2025 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race, Suárez captures an emotional and historic victory with his home crowd behind him. More than a story of one driver or one race, SUÁREZ is a portrait of a man who never had to choose between where he came from and where he was going.

“Daniel’s story is one of ambition, sacrifice and perseverance, the kind of story you hope to find and have the opportunity to tell,” said Wilmer Valderrama, Executive Producer, WV Alternative. “We were honored to bring his journey to life and give audiences a deeper look at the person behind the driver. It’s a story that we believe will stay with you long after the film ends, and we can’t wait for audiences around the world to experience Daniel’s journey for themselves.”

“When I first started at NASCAR in the spring of 2024, Daniel’s story against the backdrop of our planned Mexico City race weekend quickly got my attention,” said John Dahl, NASCAR SVP of Original Content. “I had great experiences working with filmmaker Mario Diaz, and I reached out to him about doing a film on Daniel’s journey back home. We were soon connected with Wilmer Valderrama’s WV Alternative team, and it was a perfect match, both in terms of the production and the subject himself. Daniel immediately understood the impact telling his inspiring story could have. He and his wife Julia couldn’t have been more cooperative in our collective effort to bring this documentary to audiences everywhere.”

SUÁREZ is directed by Mario Diaz and is executive produced by Wilmer Valderrama and Jessica Acevedo of WV Alternative along with Tim Clark, John Dahl and Tally Hair of NASCAR Studios and Eric Shanks, Brad Zager and Nugent from FOX Sports. Ariana Rotstein, Carl Hansen, Michael Vayder, Rita O’Dea serve as producers.

The film is presented by Freeway Insurance.

FOX Sports Films is dedicated to presenting captivating global sports documentaries through an unconventional and entertaining lens. Working with FOX Sports’ league and conference partners, the brand produces original programming, connecting live sports events to sports culture.

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About FOX Sports

FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2 and FOX Soccer Plus. FOX Sports’ digital properties include the FOX Sports App and FOXSports.com, which provides instant scores, stats and stories from across the sports world. Live streaming video of FOX Sports content is available via FOX One, Fox Corporation’s wholly owned, direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service. Also included in FOX Sports’ portfolio are FOX’s interests in joint-venture businesses Big Ten Network and the UFL and a licensing agreement that established the FOX Sports Radio Network.

About WV Alternative Studios

WV Alternative is a division of Wilmer Valderrama’s production company dedicated to bringing compelling stories and original formats to audiences worldwide. With a proven track record of developing and producing premium content across documentary, reality, and competition genres.

Most recently, the company produced the critically acclaimed Netflix three-part documentary series, Dancing for the Devil: The 7M Tik Tok Cult. The company has brought numerous successful projects to life, including The Ricardo Laguna Project, The Hollywood Puppet Show (Fuse), Douglas Family Gold (Oxygen), and King of the Floor(YouTube’s Nuevon). WV Alternative has collaborated with some of the industry’s leading networks and platforms, including Netflix, ABC, CBS, A&E, TNT, SundanceTV, Disney, and Nickelodeon.

Through innovative storytelling and a passion for authentic voices, WV Alternative continues to create impactful content that resonates with audiences around the globe.

About NASCAR Studios

NASCAR Studios is the dedicated hub for developing world-class, on-demand content and dynamic storytelling executions on behalf of America’s No. 1 form of motorsports, from original films, series, and podcasts to driver and team-focused content. Recent releases include Amazon Prime Video projects Full Speed: The Daytona 500, Kyle Larson vs. The Double and the multi-part Earnhardt, along with the FOX Sports documentary We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later and the Xumo Play/YouTube docuseries RISING.

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