Erik Jones: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Richard Petty Sets the Record Straight on Erik Jones and Kyle Larson Revenge Drama

The NASCAR world loves its drama, and boy, did we get some fireworks at Daytona last weekend. When Kyle Larson got aggressive with Erik Jones in those final laps, shoving the Legacy Motor Club driver around like he was in a demolition derby, fans immediately started buzzing about payback.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / August 24

Erik Jones takes issue with Kyle Larson shoving him in closing laps at Daytona: ‘It was just too much’

Erik Jones wants to speak to Kyle Larson after being sent sideways by him during the final laps at Daytona on Saturday night. While speaking with Toby Christie of Sports Illustrated, Jones was asked if the shoves by Larson were fair.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 30

Everything About Erik Jones’ Latest Collaboration Toward Animal Welfare

When Erik Jones met with the media at Indianapolis, he unveiled a new initiative through the Erik Jones Foundation. It was the launch of the Oscar Jones collectible, a plush toy modeled after his dog, Oscar, in partnership with local company Ultimate Canine LLC.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 20

Erik Jones calls out NASCAR after hitting the wall at Dover Motor Speedway

The end of Stage 1 was not ideal for Erik Jones. Jones found himself with a flat tire and in the wall, but NASCAR held the caution. Despite the damage Jones sustained to his car, NASCAR kept the race going for the end of the stage.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 13

Here's who advanced to the penultimate round of NASCAR's In-Season Challenge

Following Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, only four drivers remain alive in NASCAR's inaugural In-Season Challenge.

Chase Briscoe compares Shane van Gisbergen to Michael Jordan after Sonoma

King of the road: Shane van Gisbergen dominates Sonoma, takes third win of 2025

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NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 13

Erik Jones Urges NASCAR to Shift Focus to Intermediate Tracks With the Next Gen Car

With debate heating up over the influx of road course events in the NASCAR Cup Series, Erik Jones has made it clear where his loyalties lie. While some drivers, like Christopher Bell, have embraced the variety, Jones leans hard on his roots, specifically calling for a greater emphasis on intermediate ovals.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 8

Erik Jones explains newfound No. 43 speed after ‘struggle’ to start NASCAR season

Erik Jones showed some speed at Daytona to start the season, but then his No. 43 Toyota team fell into a bit of a rut. A less-than-stellar run was capped off with a P38 finish at Martinsville, which had Legacy Motor Sports wondering if they were doomed in 2025.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 8

Daniel Suarez Is Facing a Crucial Turning Point in His NASCAR Career Akin to Erik Jones

Daniel Suarez received heartbreaking news last week. His contract with Trackhouse Racing is not going to be renewed beyond the ongoing season, and he will have to look for a new team to drive for in 2026.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 8

Erik Jones Reveals What Connor Zilisch Needs to Become an 'Unstoppable' Force in NASCAR

The big question ahead of NASCAR’s visit to Chicago last weekend was if any driver could put up a tough fight against Shane van Gisbergen. The three-time former Australian Supercars Champion’s expertise on road courses is simply unmatched, as evidenced by his 16-second win margin in Mexico City.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / July 8

Erik Jones sheds light on frustration of racing against Shane van Gisbergen: ‘Swear he’s just screwing around’

The NASCAR Cup Series field had nothing for Shane van Gisbergen at Mexico City. It was much of the same in Sunday’s Chicago Street Race. Van Gisbergen, just a rookie, has quickly become the driver to beat at every road/street course on the schedule.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 7

Where the NASCAR Cup Series playoff picture sits after Chicago

Shane van Gisbergen's victory in Sunday's Grant Park 165 at the Chicago Street Course added to the No. 88 team's bank of playoff points. With seven races left in the regular season, here's what the Cup Series playoff picture looks like.

NASCAR power rankings: Crazy weekend in Chicago shakes up the top

Here's who advanced to third round of NASCAR's In-Season Challenge after Chicago

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NASCAR News / Field Level Media / July 4

Vying for a playoff berth, Legacy Motor Club hopes it's on the rise

Jimmie Johnson's Legacy Motor Club has shown incredible improvement in 2025, and it would only be slightly surprising if one of his drivers made the postseason.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / July 4

Erik Jones: Pointing Into Playoffs 'Number One Goal' for No. 43 Team

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, in the last eight to ten weeks, has been up on the wheel and putting together an astonishing turnaround in the NASCAR Cup Series, with drivers John Hunter Nemechek and Erik Jones putting together fantastic results that has sent the organization’s stock trending upwards.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 3

'I Wanted to Be Back': Matt Kenseth Reflects on Erik Jones Replacing Him at JGR Before Reuniting for Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR Team

Former NASCAR Cup champion Matt Kenseth has gone from not liking Erik Jones to being the top guy in his corner emotionally, mentally and even in-person.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 2

Three NASCAR Cup Series drivers exceeding expectations halfway through 2025 season

With the NASCAR Cup Series officially at the halfway mark of the 2025 season, there's more than enough of a sample size to gauge driver performance relative to expectations.

Noah Gragson offers encouraging review of soon-to-be released NASCAR video game

Ratings from TNT's first NASCAR race in 11 years leaves room for improvement

North Carolina turns to NASCAR exec to lead in the Bill Belichick era

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NASCAR News / The SportsRush / June 8

'No Other Goal Than That': Erik Jones Shares Legacy Motor Club’s Realisitc Gameplan for Cup Series

At this stage, Legacy Motor Club finds itself far from where it hoped to be. Since debuting in 2022, the organization has struggled to gain a solid footing, first with Chevrolet, then switching to Toyota last season.

NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / May 5

Jones, Nemechek Collect Double Top-10 for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB at Texas

It’s been a long and difficult road, but Sunday’s Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway was a definite step in the right direction for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, with both of the organization’s full-time drivers, Erik Jones and John Hunter Nemechek, finishing inside the top-10.

NASCAR News / SpeedwayMedia.com / April 30

Erik Jones to make 300th Cup career start at Texas

Erik Jones is on the verge of achieving a milestone start in his ninth full-time season competing in the NASCAR Cup Series division. By competing in this weekend’s event at Texas Motor Speedway, the driver of the No.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / April 9

The two Cup Series teams without a DNF this season might surprise you

Eight races into the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, three different teams (Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, Wood Brothers Racing) have found victory lane while few have been running at the finish of every race.

NASCAR power rankings: Second straight win shoots Denny Hamlin up the ranks

With so much youth in NASCAR, Denny Hamlin proving age is just a number

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