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Jesse Love left Martinsville with a championship deficit, a 30th-place finish and a list of mechanical problems that would have tested any race team. Yet when he was asked whether the No.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 30

Richard Childress Racing’s ARCA Return Has NASCAR Veteran Making Bold ‘Three Race’ Claim

By the time Cleetus McFarland landed an opportunity with Richard Childress Racing, he had already built a following through his automotive videos and grassroots racing ventures.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 29

Richard Childress Racing Revives Historic Driver Development Program After 15-Year-Long Hiatus

Richard Childress Racing last fielded a full-time ARCA Menards Series championship program in 2011, when Ty Dillon delivered a title-winning season with seven victories and 16 top-10 finishes in 19 races.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 25

'That’s Been Our Achilles Heel'- Richard Childress’ Star Publicly Addresses RCR’s Shortcomings Ahead of Martinsville Clash

A 19-point championship lead can disappear quickly with only two races remaining, particularly when the next stop has repeatedly challenged the driver at the top of the standings.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / September 16

'All Men of Their Word'– NASCAR Driver Details Broken Team Promises Behind Richard Childress’ Signing

Richard Childress Racing is one of the biggest and most historic names in NASCAR. While that is primarily showcased through the likes of Dale Earnhardt and Kyle Busch driving their cars, a huge part of why that continues is because of the ethos of the man behind the team, Richard Childress.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'I Have This Double Standard Against Me'- Richard Childress Star Unmasks Unfair Fan Backlash Ahead of Full-Time Cup Leap

Austin Hill has built a reputation as one of NASCAR’s most aggressive and successful drivers in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. With 16 wins for Richard Childress Racing since joining the organization, the Georgia native has earned his promotion.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 24

Why Richard Childress Racing is making a mistake by promoting Austin Hill

Austin Hill was put in a near-impossible situation after the death of Kyle Busch in May, stepping into the Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Cup Series entry that was piloted by Busch.

After rainy start, sun shines through as Ryan Blaney wins NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire

Denny Hamlin clinches No. 1 Chase seed, NASCAR Chase field almost set after Loudon

NASCAR Dollar Tree 301 takeaways: Ryan Blaney overcomes pit road setback for New Hampshire win

Layne Riggs wins NASCAR Truck Series race at New Hampshire; Tyler Ankrum hangs onto final Chase spot

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NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 19

'Like Hanging a Guy for Shoplifting'- How Richard Childress’ Inspection Interference Cost Mark Martin a NASCAR Championship

Mark Martin remains one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history without a Cup Series championship. The Hall of Famer finished second in the standings five times, but the most agonizing what-if was arguably associated with his first runner-up performance in 1990.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 14

Richard Childress’ Grandson Admits Even Chevrolet’s Best Teams Are Struggling to Find Speed Despite Strong Iowa Weekend

Iowa Speedway was seemingly a decent day for the Chevrolets. Four of their cars finished inside top 10 at the Iowa Corn 350. Ross Chastain seventh, AJ Allmendinger eighth, William Byron ninth, and Austin Dillon tenth.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 12

Richard Boswell: Richard Childress Racing needs 'to do everything better'

Crew chief Richard Boswell had a blunt answer when asked about his approach to the final 13 races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.

Austin Dillon reveals biggest difference at RCR since Kyle Busch's death

NASCAR said it would make up a penalty for Denny Hamlin at Iowa

Kyle Larson is again a victim of NASCAR's championship hangover

Before consecutive wins, Carson Kvapil feared NASCAR career would soon be 'game over'

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 5

Richard Childress believes Shane van Gisbergen intentionally wrecked Austin Hill at Chicagoland

Shane van Gisbergen and Austin Hill have a history that may or may not have culminated in the former wrecking the latter in Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway.

Connor Zilisch crashes on Lap 1 in NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland

Austin Dillon commends Austin Hill but doesn't reveal his NASCAR Cup future

Brandon Jones beats Chase Elliott to win NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Chicagoland in OT

What the NASCAR O'Reilly Series Chase bubble looks like after Chicagoland

Tyler Reddick on losing NASCAR points lead: 'That's racing'

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 20

Richard Childress: Kyle Busch 'in our hearts' after RCR scores first win since legend's death

Austin Hill, who has driven Kyle Busch's Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Cup Series entry since Busch's death on May 21, won Saturday's NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Naval Base Coronado with a move Busch would've approved of.

Austin Hill wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Coronado, honors Kyle Busch

Fan runs onto track, scales fences during red flag in NASCAR race at U.S. Naval Base

Vicious 19-car crash in NASCAR O'Reilly race at Coronado necessitates wall repair

Jimmie Johnson: Respect 'completely out the window' in modern NASCAR

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 6

Richard Childress: Brexton Busch will 'carry the Busch legacy'

Brexton Busch is the son of one of NASCAR's all-time greats, but in the wake of Kyle Busch's death, Richard Childress wants no pressure put on the 11-year-old as he navigates his racing career.

Richard Childress had hoped to reveal Busch extension at MIS

Richard Childress confirms who will drive Kyle Busch's former car for remainder of 2026

Samantha Busch thanks NASCAR fans 'for loving Kyle'

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 6

Richard Childress confirms who will drive Kyle Busch's former car for remainder of 2026

Richard Childress revealed Saturday at Michigan International Speedway who will be behind the wheel for the rest of 2026.

Richard Childress reveals last conversation with Kyle Busch

Former crew chief reveals favorite Kyle Busch memory: 'There was just no quit in him that day'

Samantha Busch thanks NASCAR fans 'for loving Kyle'

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 6

Richard Childress reveals last conversation with Kyle Busch

Like in 2001 after the death of Dale Earnhardt, Childress not only lost a friend, but a generational talent behind the wheel.

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 16

Cleetus McFarland NASCAR O’Reilly Series car unveiled by Richard Childress Racing

The car that Cleetus McFarland will drive in his NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series debut was unveiled Monday by Richard Childress Racing. McFarland will pilot the No.

NASCAR News / Action Network / February 12

BetMGM and Richard Childress Racing Unveil BetMGM Speedway

BetMGM, a leading name in sports betting and online gaming, has teamed up with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) to launch BetMGM Speedway. It’s a new digital venture that aims to bridge the worlds of sports betting and high-speed stock car racing.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 13

Richard Childress gives Kyle Busch a message before Daytona 500

Richard Childress gives Kyle Busch a blunt message ahead of Daytona 500

Richard Childress had a simple message for driver Kyle Busch after Busch won the pole for the Daytona 500 on Wednesday evening.

Kyle Busch's crew chief says it's 'his year' to finally win the Daytona 500

Kyle Busch wins pole for the Daytona 500, Chase Briscoe joins him on front row

Chase Briscoe continues to buck Toyota trend in Daytona 500 qualifying

Corey Heim set for first Daytona 500 start with 23XI Racing

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 9

Richard Childress: Permanent charters a positive for NASCAR's future growth

Richard Childress spoke on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio on Monday about why he believes permanent charters are a good thing for NASCAR.

NASCAR attempting to break Guinness World Record with NYC billboard

Carl Edwards reveals conversation that led to retirement from NASCAR

NASCAR disallows qualifying trick for 2026 with rule change

Preseason NASCAR power rankings: Where field stacks up ahead of Daytona

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 22

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

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / January 6

How antitrust lawsuit led to NASCAR commissioner's resignation

How antitrust lawsuit led to NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps' resignation

Phelps has worked at NASCAR since 2005, becoming the sport's president in 2018 and its first commissioner in 2025.

Can Daniel Suarez save his NASCAR career with Spire Motorsports in 2026?

Bubba Wallace looking to keep upward trajectory going in 2026

Alex Bowman is entering the most consequential season of his career

Ryan Preece looking to take next step at RFK Racing in 2026

Why the NASCAR field should be terrified of Shane van Gisbergen in 2026

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 10

Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris expresses outrage in letter to NASCAR, over Steve Phelps ‘shockingly offensive’ attacks on Richard Childress

NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps referred to Richard Childress as an “idiot,” a “stupid redneck,” and suggested that the RCR owner be “taken out back and flogged” in unsealed text messages.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / November 24

Childress 'contemplating legal action' after inflammatory messages

Richard Childress 'contemplating legal action' after release of inflammatory messages

After it was revealed that NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps said that NASCAR team owner Richard Childress was a "stupid redneck" that needed "to be taken out back in flogged" in a 2023 text message, Childress and Richard Childress Racing are contemplating legal action.

Steve Phelps calling Childress a 'stupid redneck' a terrible look for NASCAR

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / November 23

NASCAR commish called Richard Childress a 'stupid redneck'

Commissioner Steve Phelps calling Richard Childress a 'stupid redneck' a terrible look for NASCAR

Lawsuit documents revealed NASCAR leadership called Childress a "stupid redneck" who needs "to be taken out back and flogged."

Jeremy Mayfield calls out NASCAR ‘suits’ for ‘stupid redneck’ comment

NASCAR exec said 'trash' rival racing series needed a 'knife in'

NASCAR petitions court with request impacting 23XI owners amid lawsuit

Future of Ford in NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series uncertain

Chase Briscoe lands new sponsor for 2026 NASCAR season

NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / August 31, 2025

Richard Childress Racing Eyes Potential Ram Trucks Partnership in NASCAR’s Future

Rumors are swirling around the NASCAR community about what could be one of the most significant manufacturer shifts in recent memory. With Ram Trucks making