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'Got To Be Pretty Damn Good to Do That': Mark Martin on Whether Racing Is Enough for Drivers to Earn A Living

Most of NASCAR’s long list of drivers in its storied history entered the sport strictly as drivers before eventually expanding their roles and focusing on other ventures.

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How 'weird' Clash at Bowman Gray differs from a normal NASCAR weekend

NASCAR Cup Series teams will converge on Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for a season-opening exhibition race at Bowman Gray Stadium.

Cup crew chief: NASCAR's horsepower increase for short tracks 'not a huge change'

Corey LaJoie touts himself as a top-10 NASCAR driver

Can move back to NASCAR save Hailie Deegan's racing career?

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Brad Keselowski News / The SportsRush / January 21

RFK Insider Gives Update About Brad Keselowski’s Participation for the Daytona 500

Brad Keselowski will not take part in the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, the season’s ceremonial opener, after suffering an injury to his right femur during a skiing trip last month.

Richard Childress News / Yardbarker / January 21

Richard Childress won't forget scathing words from Steve Phelps anytime soon

Richard Childress has not forgotten the personal attack levied on him by NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps that was unearthed during the antitrust lawsuit between 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports and NASCAR.

Cup crew chief: NASCAR's horsepower increase for short tracks 'not a huge change'

Corey LaJoie touts himself as a top-10 NASCAR driver

Can move back to NASCAR save Hailie Deegan's racing career?

Five most anticipated NASCAR races of 2026

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 21

Cup crew chief: NASCAR's horsepower increase for short tracks 'not a huge change'

NASCAR will increase horsepower to 750 for all tracks under 1.5 miles in length this season, as well as road courses, but that 80 HP increase may not go as far in improving the racing product as some fans may hope.

Corey LaJoie touts himself as a top-10 NASCAR driver

Can move back to NASCAR save Hailie Deegan's racing career?

Kurt Busch reveals that he ran Indy 500 to 'go beat' Roger Penske

Five most anticipated NASCAR races of 2026

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Carson Hocevar News / EasySportz / January 21

Why Carson Hocevar Is Poised for a Breakout NASCAR Season in 2026

By the time the 2026 NASCAR season rolls around, the idea of Carson Hocevar as a weekly contender may not feel bold at all. In fact, it may feel overdue.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 21

Corey LaJoie touts himself as a top-10 NASCAR driver

You have to have confidence to succeed in professional sports, and NASCAR driver Corey LaJoie doesn't seem to be short on it.

Corey LaJoie running Daytona 500 with RFK Racing

Kurt Busch reveals that he ran Indy 500 to 'go beat' Roger Penske

Brad Keselowski makes known how much longer he wants to race in NASCAR

Can move back to NASCAR save Hailie Deegan's racing career?

Travis Pastrana running Truck Series race at Daytona with Niece Motorsports

Bubba Wallace News / The Spun / January 21

Bubba Wallace Secures Primary Partner For 2026 Cup Series Season

Bubba Wallace and his 23XI team have reportedly landed a new sponsor for the 2026 Cup Series season as they say prepare to say goodbye to another. The 32-year-old driver is coming off his best year to date in 2025 following his Brickyard 400 win and top 11 placement in NASCAR's points standings.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 21

Can move back to NASCAR save Hailie Deegan's racing career?

To say Hailie Deegan's racing career has been tumultuous would be an understatement.

Five most anticipated NASCAR races of 2026

Former F1 driver expresses interest in future NASCAR start

Brad Keselowski makes known how much longer he wants to race in NASCAR

Winning in NASCAR may now be more important than ever

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Toni Breidinger News / EasySportz / January 21

NASCAR Driver Toni Breidinger to Race for Rackley WAR in 2026

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Toni Breidinger’s NASCAR Truck Series journey takes a new, scaled-back turn in 2026. Breidinger will run an eight-race schedule with Rackley WAR, shifting from TRICON Garage’s Toyota pipeline to Chevrolet, a move confirmed this week.

Chase Briscoe News / 5 GOATs / January 21

Chase Briscoe reveals he didn’t actually shave head, crushes bald community

The bald community thought they had gained another ally in the NASCAR world. First, Joey Logano started rocking the shaved head this offseason, and then Chase Briscoe revealed he was joining the fun on Tuesday.

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Kurt Busch News / The SportsRush / January 21

'I About Melted': Kurt Busch Recalls How Michael Jordan Summed Up His NASCAR Career in One Line

It was back in 2021, when Kurt Busch was offered to drive for 23XI Racing, after Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin joined forces to launch their new NASCAR operation.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The SportsRush / January 21

'They’re Definitely Going': Dale Earnhardt Jr. Reveals Future Plans to Keep Daughters Isla and Nicole Safe

Dale Earnhardt Jr. kept his partnership with Nationwide Insurance intact even after stepping away from NASCAR competition in 2017, continuing to promote the company’s products and services related to financial protection and planning.

Brad Keselowski News / The SportsRush / January 21

'The Smirk Was Definitely Hiding Something': Brad Keselowski’s Breakdown of Picture Just Before Full-Time Truck Debut

Brad Keselowski is a highly respected individual in NASCAR today. He has transitioned from just being a driver to also being the co-owner of one of the largest franchises in the sport, RFK Racing.

Richard Petty News / The SportsRush / January 21

'I Should Have Stopped Earlier': Richard Petty’s Honest Confession About Storied NASCAR Career

While many drivers push deep into the twilight of their careers to rediscover rhythm and prolong relevance until either they or their teams concede, others, such as Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Corey Lajoie News / The SportsRush / January 20

Corey LaJoie Gets Another Chance With RFK in Win-Win Situation for Both Team and Driver

As RFK Racing’s Brad Keselowski continues to recover from a ski trip mishap in which he slipped on ice while exiting his vehicle and broke his right femur, he turned to Corey LaJoie, handing the former Spire Motorsports driver the wheel of his RFK Racing Ford for the upcoming Clash.

NASCAR News / SpeedwayMedia.com / January 21

Rajah Caruth splitting No. 88 entry with Hendrick Cup drivers for 2026 O’Reilly season

JR Motorsports (JRM) revealed the full driver lineup of the organization’s No. 88 Chevrolet Camaro entry for the upcoming NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts (OAP) Series season.

Corey Lajoie News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

RFK Racing Revives No. 99, Taps Corey LaJoie for Daytona 500 Bid

The garage at Daytona International Speedway is about to feel a little tighter, and for Corey LaJoie, a lot more promising. RFK Racing shook up the Speedweeks landscape by announcing the return of the storied No.