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Imitation is supposed to be the sincerest form of flattery, but not in NASCAR. When a driver copies the moves of the car in front, behind, or beside him, it’s called ‘mirror driving.’ And for some drivers, that’s a good way to stay out of trouble.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Richard Childress Weighs In on Kyle Busch's Nashville Spin With Austin Dillon Advice

Kyle Busch joined Richard Childress last weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway and announced that he had signed an extension to continue racing for the organization through the 2026 season.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / May 29

From Brad Keselowski to Austin Dillon, Which NASCAR Drivers Need to Shift Gears if They Want to Stay In the 2025 Playoff Hunt?

It’s that time of year again: when NASCAR Cup drivers and their teams really start worrying about whether they’re going to qualify for the playoffs. Sure,

NASCAR News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

How many of the drivers to win NASCAR's Memorial Day race -- the Coca-Cola 600 -- since 2000 can you name in five minuets?

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall-of-Fame' quiz

The 'NASCAR Clash winners since 2000' quiz

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / May 29

From Kyle Busch’s Controversial Guitar Smash to Austin Dillon’s Failed Belly Slide, the Best NASCAR Moments From Nashville Superspeedway

While Kyle Busch’s infamous guitar smash remains one of NASCAR’s most unforgettable moments, a closer look reveals that such antics have been a recurring theme in his career, as numerous races, incidents, and wins are forever linked to Busch’s flair for theatrics.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / May 24

'Our Odds Are Much Greater': An Optimistic Austin Dillon Looks to Repeat 2017 Success at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Austin Dillon enters the Coca-Cola 600 weekend with renewed gusto and fond memories. In his 14-year Cup Series career, he has won five races. But none was more memorable than his 2017 win at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / May 23

Austin Dillon Optimistic About Chances in Double-Duty Weekend

Austin Dillon heads into this weekend's action at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where he'll be driving double-duty in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series with gobs of confidence.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / May 20

Austin Dillon Reveals Plans That Sit Perfectly In Line With Richard Childress’ Succession Ideas for NASCAR Team

35-year-old Austin Dillon is currently in the middle of his twelfth Cup Series season with Richard Childress Racing. One can argue and find many supporters for the contention that he has come this far only because his grandfather owns the team he drives for.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / May 19

Boot Barn Extends Partnership With RCR; Expands Into Xfinity Series

Boot Barn will continue its relationship with Richard Childress Racing, and the driver of the team's No. 3 NASCAR Cup Series Chevrolet, Austin Dillon, in 2025.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / April 23

Who has overachieved as the NASCAR Cup Series returns?

Which organizations have overachieved as the NASCAR Cup Series returns to action at Talladega?

Through improved speed, consistent finishes, a win or combination of the three, these three organizations have surpassed expectations.

As NASCAR Cup Series returns to action, which organizations are looking to right ship after slow starts?

With NASCAR return behind him, where does Kasey Kahne go from here?

Why NASCAR's Talladega spring race matters more than ever

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 17

Brad Keselowski responds to Austin Dillon radio rant from Las Vegas

During the wild Las Vegas NASCAR Cup Series race, Austin Dillon went off on Brad Keselowski over the radio. But why? Keselowski responded today to the onboard video and radio of Dillon and corrected the record.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / March 16

Watch: Chaotic restart leads to big crash in Pennzoil 400

The biggest wreck so far in the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway was the product of a chaotic restart.

Watch: Kyle Busch crashes, loses wheel on restart in Pennzoil 400

Justin Allgaier holds off Aric Almirola to win Xfinity Series race at Las Vegas

Rookie mistake took Connor Zilisch out of contention at Las Vegas

Corey Heim wins rainy NASCAR Truck Series race at Las Vegas

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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 13

NASCAR Paint Schemes of the Week: High rolling in Las Vegas

The stakes are high for NASCAR in Las Vegas this weekend. Christopher Bell is looking to make it four wins in a row. Besides the action on the track, there are a few great paint schemes for the Pennzoil 400.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 4

Kevin Harvick weighs in on Denny Hamlin wrecking Austin Dillon

There weren’t a ton of incidents at COTA over the weekend, but one of the wrecks that drew some scrutiny involved Denny Hamlin, the driver of the No. 11 car.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / March 2

Austin Dillon Faces Fan Backlash After Calling Out Denny Hamlin for COTA Crash

Austin Dillon and Denny Hamlin were battling for 20th place at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday when the No. 11 car unexpectedly slammed into the driver’s side of the No.

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The 'Golfers with multiple U.S. Open titles' quiz

The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The '1,000-yard receivers in the 2024-25 NFL season' quiz

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / February 2

Austin Dillon One Spot Shy of Making Clash Field: 'It Just Sucks'

Austin Dillon badly wanted to advance to the Main Event of Sunday night's NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, as his grandfather Richard Childress was a longtime competitor at The Madhouse prior to his NASCAR Cup Series driving days.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / January 17

RCR, Austin Dillon Receive 17-Race Commitment From Bass Pro, Winchester

The sponsorship picture for Austin Dillon and the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing team is much clearer following an impactful announcement on Friday afternoon.

NASCAR News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

Joey Logano ‘angry’ toward driver after playoff elimination

Joey Logano ‘angry’ toward Austin Dillon after being eliminated from playoffs

Logano was eliminated from the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs on Sunday, and he couldn’t help but point to Austin Dillon as a reason for it.

NASCAR's laughably inconsistent officiating claims latest victim in Parker Kligerman

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The 'NASCAR Cup Series winner' quiz

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / August 26

NASCAR upholds Austin Dillon decision after appeal

NASCAR upheld the decision to strip Austin Dillon of his playoff eligibility after hearing Dillon's appeal. NASCAR announced its final ruling Monday, citing final appeals officer Bill Mullis' explanation that according to their evidence from SMT and IDAS systems, a violation of Rule 12.3.2.1.B "more likely than not" occurred at the end of the Aug.

NASCAR News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24

NASCAR announces results of Austin Dillon appeal to be reinstated into playoffs

There are still four playoff spots available with two Cup Series races remaining in the regular season.

NBC listens to fans, brings NASCAR into new era with commercial-free coverage

Los Angeles Kings’ ECHL affiliate to sponsor NASCAR Cup Series team

NASCAR odds, best early bet for Daytona for Sat. Aug. 24

Vroom service: The 20 best films about racing

The 'NASCAR All-Star race winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / August 14

Stubbs: NASCAR sets needed precedent with Austin Dillon ruling

Austin Dillon may still get to wake up and stare at the trophy he earned from the Cook Out 400, but that's about the only positive he gained from the Sunday race.

NASCAR News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

RCR issues response to controversial Austin Dillon decision

Shortly after NASCAR’s decision was made public, RCR issued a statement in response.

NASCAR makes the right call with Dillon penalty

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The 'NASCAR Cup Series win leaders' quiz

NASCAR News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

NASCAR makes big decision on Austin Dillon’s playoff eligibility

NASCAR has made a significant move regarding Austin Dillon’s playoff eligibility in response to his controversial win at Richmond on Sunday.

NASCAR makes the right call with Austin Dillon penalty

Vroom service: The 20 best films about racing

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winner' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 14

NASCAR makes the right call with Austin Dillon penalty

Ever since Sunday night's controversial finish at Richmond Raceway in which Austin Dillon intentionally wrecked two drivers to take the win, the past three days have been spent anxiously awaiting a verdict regarding possible penalties.

RCR responds to controversial call

Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks out about NASCAR's Dillon decision

Denny Hamlin has savage response to Richard Childress Racing's Dillon defense

Erik Jones signs contract extension with Legacy Motor Club

NASCAR power rankings: A new driver takes top spot after Richmond chaos

NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Controversy Overshadows Austin Dillon’s Win at Richmond

NASCAR appears to have put itself in a corner again, as the final lap at Richmond Raceway can attest to. Austin Dillon found himself in a position to win his way into the playoffs.