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'Not Going to Jump in…Because It’s Failing'- NASCAR Veteran Delivers Blunt Reality Check to Critics After Dodge Return

For the past few years, NASCAR has struggled to shake the narrative that its popularity is fading. Questions about television ratings, an aging fanbase, and the shift toward streaming have given critics plenty of reasons to question the sport’s direction.

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'Quit Going Head-to-Head With Football'- Former FOX Voice Details Why NASCAR Must Retreat From Sunday NFL Showdowns

NASCAR faces a familiar challenge every fall as its Cup Series races compete for attention with the NFL. With football commanding a massive television audience, the scheduling overlap has become an important question for the sport’s future.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 18

'Maybe That’s the Lady Series'- Former FOX Analyst Urges Female Drivers to Avoid Higher NASCAR Tiers With Bold Declaration

Taylor Reimer had a chance to win at Phoenix Raceway, and she made sure Max Reaves had to work for it. The October 17 ARCA Menards Series West race ended with Reimer second, Hailie Deegan sixth, and Jade Avedisian ninth.

NASCAR News / RFKRacingDigest / July 20

'Did bring a lot of nerves to me': NASCAR legend overcomes roadblock to return in historic race

The NASCAR Hall of Fame Rusty Wallace will climb behind the wheel of the Pontiac FireBird for the IROC race at Washington in August. This one-off appearance will mark his return to racing after battling with eyesight issues.

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.

NASCAR News / The Spun / February 18

Kenny Wallace Is Furious With The Narratives Surrounding Natalie Decker

NASCAR driver Natalie Decker was heavily criticized after the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts race at Daytona this past weekend both for her driving and some of the things she said.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / February 1

Kenny Wallace Fondly Reflects on NASCAR’s Glory Days With the Budweiser Shootout

The 2026 Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium will kick off another year of high-octane NASCAR Cup Series racing. As fans reflect on the significance of the exhibition event, vintage videos from past editions have begun circulating on social media.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 29

Insider Insists NASCAR Should Not Just Postpone the Clash But Cancel It This Weekend

Just two days ago, NASCAR veteran Kenny Wallace had brushed aside storm reports as overblown and anticipated that the Cook Out Clash would proceed as scheduled.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 27

NASCAR Will Not Cancel the Clash at Bowman Gray Due to Winter Storm, Insists Kenny Wallace

The NASCAR Cup Series kicks off its 2026 campaign this weekend with a visit to Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem. After an offseason full of surprising moves, the roar of the engines is set to reignite the adrenaline once again.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 25

Insider Makes Sense of NASCAR and 23XI Tying Up Same Sponsor Just A Month After Ugly Lawsuit

NASCAR stood on the opposite side of 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports in the courtroom just a month and a half ago, locked in an antitrust battle that laid bare tensions within the sport.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 19

Kenny Wallace Claps Back At People Questioning Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell’s Dirt Participation

Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell grew up on dirt, driving sprint cars and midgets long before NASCAR came calling. Their careers began in the clay pits, where car control was synonymous with throttle control at its finest.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 15

'Smash the Damn Racetrack': Kenny Wallace Has No Love for NASCAR’s Return to Nashville Fairgrounds

Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, a historic track with ambitious redevelopment plans, has found itself in limbo, with authorities seemingly reluctant to host a NASCAR race there.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 14

Kenny Wallace Makes A Huge Case for Bigger Focus on Drivers During the Season

Kenny Wallace has once again lined up behind Mark Martin, backing the veteran’s call for a fundamental shift in how NASCAR tells its stories. When the sport revealed its revised championship format, Martin used the moment to argue that the sport’s current biggest problem is not rules or points but narrative.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 10

'They Messed Up': Kenny Wallace Wants Fans to Give NASCAR A Chance Amid Damage Control

Barely a month has passed since NASCAR and the teams reached a settlement in their antitrust lawsuit, yet the sanctioning body has already rolled out three significant moves aimed at mending fences.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 9

Kenny Wallace Reveals the Real Reason Steve Phelps and NASCAR Parted Ways

Steve Phelps became NASCAR’s first commissioner in March 2025 after previously serving as its president since 2018. However, he will be leaving that position ahead of the 2026 season, and there aren’t any plans to line up a suitable replacement anytime soon.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / January 4

'Right Now We’re Missing Out': Kenny Wallace Wants the Return of Victory Lane for A Better Fan Experience

After offering pointed ideas on how NASCAR could put people back in the grandstands by tightening the schedule and restoring practice time that gives fans a reason to show up from Thursday onward, veteran driver Kenny Wallace has now turned his attention to a different lever the sport can pull.

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NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / December 29

Kenny Wallace Does The Impossible Admits Mistakes: Well, Almost

Kenny Wallace has had a tough time recently. He’s made a habit of running defense for NASCAR, which is already a challenging task. But after what was revealed in the 23XI FRM lawsuit.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / December 28

Kenny Wallace Believes in NASCAR’s Attempt to Pacify Fans After Explosive Revelations in Lawsuit

In recent months, NASCAR executives have found themselves in the line of fire, not only from sections of the fanbase but also from long-standing partners tied to the sport’s roots.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 26

Kenny Wallace lists what NASCAR has done wrong, believes sport will ‘make it right’

As the NASCAR offseason continues, Kenny Wallace is still pontificating and offering opinions about all things in the sport. The day after Christmas, the former driver is naming what the sport has done wrong in recent years, but most importantly, that they are working to fix those mistakes.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 23

Kenny Wallace wants NASCAR fans to lay off championship, points format debate

As the NASCAR offseason continues, Kenny Wallace wants fans to stop getting so worked up about the future points format of the sport. The change to the championship format is coming.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / December 5

Kenny Wallace Has Just One Message for NASCAR After Sensational Financial Disclosures: 'Quit Losing Money'

The third day of testimony in the antitrust clash between 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR underlined the financial strain that has seeped into every corner of the industry.

NASCAR News / The Spun / October 30, 2025

Legendary NASCAR Driver Kenny Wallace Bluntly Calls Out The Sport

NASCAR's ongoing lawsuit with 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports has brought a ton of financial documents to light. And with that new spotlight on NASCAR's financials, NASCAR legend Kenny Wallace is nervous for the future of the sport he loves.

NASCAR News / EasySportz / October 23, 2025

Column: Mamba Smith, Kenny Wallace Need to Leave NASCAR Fans Alone

MARTINSVILLE, Va. — There’s a fine line between enthusiasm and condescension, and lately, Kenny Wallace and Mamba Smith are running that line tighter than a restrictor plate at Talladega.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2025

Hall of Famer Mark Martin has harsh words about modern-day NASCAR

While Mark Martin remains an avid fan in retirement, he made it clear that he thinks gimmicks have become too plentiful in modern NASCAR.

Loose lug nuts suspension leads to epic crew chief for NASCAR team

NASCAR driver punished for insensitive comments about Mexico City

Chase Elliott expresses desire to end his career with Hendrick Motorsports

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses what 2026 NASCAR schedule could look like

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NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / April 24, 2025

Kenny Wallace Defends NASCAR's Dominance Amid Rising F1 Viewership

As Formula 1 continues to make strides in the U.S. viewership, NASCAR veteran Kenny Wallace has stepped up to defend the sport’s standing in American motorsports.

NASCAR News / The Spun / February 24, 2025

NASCAR Legend Kenny Wallace Names Sport's 'Next Superstar'

After Sunday's race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, former longtime Cup Series driver Kenny Wallace believes NASCAR has found it's "next superstar." Carson