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Christopher Bell gives icy answer when pressed on Carson Hocevar incident at Atlanta a week removed

Carson “Hurricane” Hocevar more than lives up to his nickname as arguably NASCAR’s most aggressive driver, a reputation that’s already caused plenty of controversy this young season.

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What Does Todd Gilliland Regret About Racing for Kyle Busch?

Todd Gilliland, now a driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, recently opened up about his time racing in the Truck Series for Kyle Busch Motorsports (KBM) and revealed he has major regrets about how he handled that chapter of his career.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 27

NASCAR Truck Series race at St. Petersburg could be chaotic

All the ingredients for a chaotic NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race on the streets of St. Petersburg.

It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results

2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event

Michael Jordan celebrates Tyler Reddick’s NASCAR win in Marquette Basketball style

NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

Tyler Reddick News / Field Level Media / February 27

Tyler Reddick chasing history at COTA

With two exciting finishes under its belt, NASCAR has opened its season strong and certainly raised questions. The biggest one might be this: Who or what can stop team owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, their two 23XI Racing teams and rising drivers Tyler Reddick and Bubba Wallace?

Tyler Reddick News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

How many Daytona 500 winners can you name?

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners since 2000' quiz

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 27

Kevin Harvick reacts to surprising Chase Elliott pit mistake at Atlanta: ‘Took him out of the conversation’

Chase Elliott had himself squarely in the fight at Atlanta. Unfortunately, one uncharacteristic mistake on pit road changed the trajectory of his afternoon at his home track.

Denny Hamlin News / 5 GOATs / February 27

Denny Hamlin breaks down unfortunate Bubba Wallace decision on final restart at Atlanta

Bubba Wallace had the race in his hands at Atlanta. According to Denny Hamlin, he just tried to do a little too much with it on the final restart. On the latest episode of Actions Detrimental, Hamlin dissected Wallace’s pivotal lane change during the ultimate restart at EchoPark Speedway.

Shane van Gisbergen News / Athlon Sports / February 27

NASCAR Driver Suggests That Shane Van Gisbergen May Be Unbeatable at COTA

NASCAR gave drivers a bit of what they desired this season — higher horsepower. They are now performing at 750 HP on many tracks, up from 670 HP in 2025.

Brad Keselowski News / Yardbarker / February 27

Brad Keselowski makes major Circuit of the Americas decision

Keselowski has made a decision on whether or not he will run the entirety of Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday.

It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results

2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event

NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 27

Denny Hamlin explains how Tyler Reddick managed to stay fast without fender at Atlanta

Tyler Reddick’s battered No. 45 Toyota looked like it had no business winning Sunday’s race at Atlanta. According to Denny Hamlin, the missing right-front fender wasn’t nearly as catastrophic as it appeared.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / February 27

Todd Gilliland Has Major Regrets About His Time Spent With Kyle Busch’s NASCAR Team

As a third-generation driver and son of former Cup competitor David Gilliland, Todd Gilliland skipped a rung on the ladder and moved straight from the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series to the Cup Series in 2022, much like Carson Hocevar, passing over the Xfinity Series.

Todd Gilliland News / The SportsRush / February 27

Todd Gilliland Was 'Super Nervous' and Feared for the Worst During the Charter Lawsuit Trial

2025 was a rough year for Front Row Motorsports driver Todd Gilliland. It was his second year with the Ford-backed team, and he finished 27th on the driver’s points table.

Ty Gibbs News / Yardbarker / February 26

It's time to worry about Ty Gibbs' lack of NASCAR Cup results

The Ty Gibbs hype train that was once full steam ahead has long since derailed.

Chris Gabehart calls out Ty Gibbs, Joe Gibbs in response to JGR lawsuit

2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event

NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled

Carson Hocevar isn't concerned about retribution from NASCAR competitors

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

Kyle Busch News / 5 GOATs / February 26

Kyle Busch, wife Samantha reach settlement in lawsuit against insurance firm

Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha Busch, have reached a settlement in their lawsuit against Pacific Life Insurance and agent Rodney Smith, according to Matt Weaver of Motorsport.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 26

Chris Buescher has been historically good at road courses heading to COTA

Chris Buescher has quietly been historically good at road courses heading to COTA

One driver who typically gets overlooked on NASCAR road courses is Chris Buescher. That may end this weekend.

Former NASCAR star Bill Elliott set for motorsports return, per report

Kyle Busch Wants Son Brexton to Break His Seemingly Unbreakable NASCAR Record

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26

Former NASCAR star Bill Elliott set for motorsports return, per report

NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Bill Elliott will make his motorsports return this weekend, according to Colby Evans of The Racing Experts. Elliott will pilot his son Chase Elliott‘s No.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 26

Rajah Caruth reacts to drama surrounding former teammate Carson Hocevar, offers strong stance

Rajah Caruth doesn’t seem to have an issue with how his former teammate, Carson Hocevar, drives on the racetrack. On the Gluckcast, host Jeff Gluck of The Athletic asked Caruth about Hocevar and NASCAR drivers finding the balance of being aggressive and holding back.

IndyCar News / Yardbarker / February 26

'Unnecessary': Dario Franchitti reflects on Dan Wheldon's fatal crash at Las Vegas

Dario Franchitti is still affected by the IndyCar crash that claimed the life of Dan Wheldon.

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

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Carson Hocevar News / Yardbarker / February 26

Carson Hocevar says payback against him wouldn't 'settle the score'

Carson Hocevar's antics on the racetrack have been a topic of conversation since his began racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.

Carson Hocevar isn't concerned about retribution from NASCAR competitors

2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event

Michael Jordan celebrates Tyler Reddick’s NASCAR win in Marquette Basketball style

NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Kevin Harvick News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Kevin Harvick Picks Winner for NASCAR Cup Series Race at COTA

This weekend, the NASCARCup Series races at COTA, and Kevin Harvick has made his pick for the winner. He hasn't had a great start to the season with his picks, but Harvick might have an easier time this week.

NASCAR News / EasySportz / February 26

NASCAR Driver Laughs Off Bubba Wallace 'Ego' Exchange

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — When Carson Hocevar hopped on Kenny Wallace’s Garage Talk podcast this week, listeners weren’t just treated to engine rumble and tire squeal talk — they got real, unfiltered racer banter and a handful of laughs that only a true racer could deliver.

Jimmie Johnson News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Jimmie Johnson Returns to His Off-Road Roots in The Mint 400

Jimmie Johnson keeps on racing, but this time, he will take to the desert just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mint 400 goes on next week, and that is where Johnson takes his talents.