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Cliff Daniels Claims NASCAR’s Revised Chase Format Will Benefit Kyle Larson and Crew in 2026

Hendrick Motorsports, along with the rest of the NASCAR fraternity, has embraced the format shift with open arms, despite the outfit being one of the most successful teams during the three-race elimination era.

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How Corey LaJoie Replaced Brad Keselowski at the Clash and Landed an RFK Ride for the Daytona 500

Corey LaJoie feels like he has hit a jackpot after he was selected to stand in for Brad Keselowski at Bowman Gray Stadium for the Clash, along with landing a seat with RFK Racing for the Daytona 500 as the organization resurrects the No.

Elton Sawyer News / EasySportz / January 29

Elton Sawyer, NASCAR Have Decision to Make on Clash Format

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Mother Nature appears ready to throw a full-body block on NASCAR’s plans this weekend at Bowman Gray Stadium, with the latest weather models hinting at snow, cold and general Piedmont mischief aimed squarely at the Clash.

Erik Jones News / The SportsRush / January 29

Erik Jones Braces for 'A Lot of Unknowns' as NASCAR’s Next Gen Car Faces Freezing Bowman Gray Showdown

NASCAR veteran reporter Bob Pockrass recently revealed that the sanctioning body faces a weather dilemma as the Cookout Clash approaches Bowman Gray Stadium.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 28

Notable changes ahead of 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season

With another season upon us, here are some of the most notable changes ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Cold open: Connor Zilisch faces high expectations as he prepares for his NASCAR Cup debut

NASCAR plans to run Clash at Bowman Gray, won't move race to Daytona

Clash at Bowman Gray wouldn't be the first NASCAR race to be impacted by snow

Stellantis, Dodge eying potential NASCAR Cup Series return at 2027 Daytona 500

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 28

NASCAR plans to run Clash at Bowman Gray, won't move race to Daytona

Regardless of the winter weather that is forecasted to hit Winston-Salem, North Carolina, this weekend, NASCAR seems adamant about running the exhibition Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium.

Erik Jones wouldn't mind seeing NASCAR Clash return to Daytona

Clash at Bowman Gray wouldn't be the first NASCAR race to be impacted by snow

What contingency plans could NASCAR have for potentially weather-impacted Clash?

Stellantis, Dodge eying potential NASCAR Cup Series return at 2027 Daytona 500

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 28

Stellantis, Dodge eying potential NASCAR Cup Series return at 2027 Daytona 500

RAM CEO Tim Kuniskis said that Stellantis "has every intention" of trying to get to the Cup Series.

Clash at Bowman Gray wouldn't be the first NASCAR race to be impacted by snow

Three big questions heading into NASCAR's Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray

Cold open: Connor Zilisch faces high expectations as he prepares for his NASCAR Cup debut

The biggest pro and con of NASCAR axing the Charlotte Roval

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Jimmie Johnson News / 5 GOATs / January 28

Jimmie Johnson paint scheme unveiled for NASCAR Truck Series return in San Diego

Jimmie Johnson is all set for his NASCAR Truck Series return. On Wednesday, Tricon Garage unveiled the Carvana paint scheme Johnson will use at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego.

Connor Zilisch News / The SportsRush / January 28

Shane van Gisbergen Hails 'Unreal Talent' Connor Zilisch, Expects Him to Challenge His Road Course Dominance

Connor Zilisch is set to join the Cup Series this season and compete among the sport’s elite. He will take command of the No. 88 Chevrolet and partner with road course specialist Shane van Gisbergen, a driver who knows him well.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 28

Clash at Bowman Gray wouldn't be the first NASCAR race to be impacted by snow

Here are four examples of snow impacting previous NASCAR race weekends.

What contingency plans could NASCAR have for potentially weather-impacted Clash?

Erik Jones wouldn't mind seeing NASCAR Clash return to Daytona

NASCAR's goal remains to race at Bowman Gray, but schedule changes possible

Sub-freezing temperatures could put NASCAR teams in awkward position at Bowman Gray

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 28

New NASCAR Chase Format Could Well Be A Blessing for Ricky Stenhouse Jr.

The Chase format has won over most NASCAR drivers, particularly those whose consistency exceeds their win totals. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. now counts himself among that group.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 27

What contingency plans could NASCAR have for potentially weather-impacted Clash?

At the end of the day, it's up to Mother Nature to decide NASCAR's schedule for this weekend.

NASCAR's goal remains to race at Bowman Gray, but schedule changes possible

Sub-freezing temperatures could put NASCAR teams in awkward position at Bowman Gray

Three big questions heading into NASCAR's Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray

Cold open: Connor Zilisch faces high expectations as he prepares for his NASCAR Cup debut

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 27

Erik Jones wouldn't mind seeing NASCAR Clash return to Daytona

One Cup Series driver wouldn't mind seeing the event go back to its Daytona roots.

NASCAR's goal remains to race at Bowman Gray, but schedule changes possible

Sub-freezing temperatures could put NASCAR teams in awkward position at Bowman Gray

Three big questions heading into NASCAR's Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Mark Martin News / The SportsRush / January 27

Mark Martin Thinks NASCAR Has Taken the Right Step By Taking the ROVAL Out of the Playoffs

While new tracks like San Diego join the Cup Series lineup, NASCAR has decided against visiting the Charlotte ROVAL layout during the 2026 season, according to reports.

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 27

Kyle Larson makes it clear he wants to stay with Hendrick Motorsports for the rest of his career

Since he joined Hendrick Motorsports in 2021, Kyle Larson and HMS have become a dynamic duo.

NASCAR's goal remains to race at Bowman Gray, but schedule changes possible

Sub-freezing temperatures could put NASCAR teams in awkward position at Bowman Gray

Three big questions heading into NASCAR's Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 27

NASCAR's goal remains to race at Bowman Gray, but schedule changes possible

NASCAR still appears committed to running the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium this weekend despite a less than ideal weather forecast that will feature very cold temperatures and potential snowfall, per AccuWeather.

Sub-freezing temperatures could put NASCAR teams in awkward position at Bowman Gray

Three big questions heading into NASCAR's Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray

Rudy Fugle reveals how cold weather will affect NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / January 27

Daytona 500 Field: Eight Open Cars Will Battle for Final Spots

The NASCAR Cup Series field for the Daytona 500 will be set to 41 drivers, according to Fox Sports' Bob Pockrass on Tuesday. This will include eight drivers who enter in open cars that won't have a locked-in spot, per the NASCAR charter agreement.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / January 27

Bass Pro Shops, Winchester, RCR Continue Partnership With New Look

Bass Pro Shops and Winchester will officially return as the anchor partners for Austin Dillon and the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Cup Series team in 2026, the team announced on Tuesday afternoon.

Kyle Busch News / Total Apex Sports / January 27

Rowdy’s Off‑Track Battle: Pacific Life Fires Back at Busch Lawsuit

Kyle Busch has made a career out of refusing to lift, whether he’s fighting for a win at Daytona or leaning on someone’s door in a Saturday‑night brawl on a short track.

Corey Heim News / Field Level Media / January 27

Corey Heim to make Daytona 500 bid with 23XI Racing

Corey Heim will attempt to qualify for next month's Daytona 500 in the No. 67 Toyota for 23XI Racing. Heim, 23, is the reigning NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion after winning 12 of 25 races last season.

Richard Childress News / Total Apex Sports / January 27

NASCAR Icon Richard Childress Named 2026 Horatio Alger Award Honoree

In a move that celebrates grit as much as it does horsepower, Richard Childress has been named a recipient of the 2026 Horatio Alger Award. This isn’t just another trophy for the shelf at the Richard Childress Racing museum in Welcome, North Carolina.