Richard Petty News

Richard Petty Brutally Exposes NASCAR’s Biggest Problem: Too Many Winners Are Killing the Sport

Look, when “The King” himself starts throwing shade at modern NASCAR, you know things have gotten pretty messy. Richard Petty, the guy who won 200 Cup Series races (yeah, you read that right), just delivered a reality check that’s got the racing world buzzing harder than a restrictor plate engine at Talladega.

‘It Was Hard to Swallow’: Richard Petty Reflects on the Heartbreaking Loss That Changed His Life Over a Decade Ago

Richard Petty, a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and the sport’s enduring icon, has lived through wins that cemented his legend. Yet, he has also endured heartbreaks that tested him far more than any race ever could.

Richard Petty Says NASCAR Misses Its Icons—No Jeff Gordon, No Dale Earnhardt, and It’s Costing the Sport

Unlike many other sports, NASCAR thrives on the individual rather than the collective. Drivers may lean on teammates, but only up to a point, and that’s why the sport has always been built around names, not teams.

Richard Petty points out NASCAR’s popularity problem, rips playoff format

The NASCAR that Richard Petty dominated in his day was far different than the one we see today. Like anything, the sport has evolved — some would argue for the worse, some for the better.

Kyle Petty Defends the NASCAR Next Gen Car, Insists 'There Is No One Solution'

It’s hard to make your point in a conversation when the other folks in that conversation are NASCAR Hall of Fame legend Richard Petty and his longtime Hall of Fame crew chief and cousin, Dale Inman.

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.

With Ram Set to Join the NASCAR Truck Series, Could Dodge’s Return to Cup and Xfinity Be Next?

Richard Petty Speaks Out: Goodyear’s Tire Strategy Is Ruining NASCAR

The King has spoken, and NASCAR fans better listen up. Richard Petty, the man who defined what it means to win in this sport, just dropped some profound truth about what’s happening with tires in today’s racing world.

Kyle Petty Sympathizes With Austin Dillon Over Comments Around 'Family Business' in NASCAR

Austin Dillon’s back-to-back wins at Richmond have cemented his place among the track’s best. Yet, despite six career Cup victories, critics still label him a ‘nepo kid’ for driving the No.

Richard Petty blasts NASCAR, Goodyear over tire combination used at Richmond: ‘Kills the race’

NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty had a major problem with this past Saturday’s Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway. From the moment the green flag was thrown, Petty said that drivers and teams were focused on tire strategy and not actually “racing each other.” Petty wanted to see the fastest cars running up front at Richmond.

Unlike NASCAR, the ARCA Menards Series Continues Its Dirt Track Tradition Till Date

History has proven that the NASCAR Cup Series doesn’t go well with dirt tracks. Dirt races were extremely common in the early years of the series, from 1949 to 1970.

Kyle Petty Credits 'Impressive' Shane van Gisbergen With Changing the Game in NASCAR

Kyle Petty is unquestionably a card-carrying member of the Shane van Gisbergen fan club. The former NASCAR Cup driver-turned-broadcast analyst is very high on what SVG has accomplished so far in his brief NASCAR career, as well as what he can still achieve in the future.

Richard Petty Reveals Why He Won’t Congratulate Ex-Driver Bubba Wallace for Brickyard 400 win

Bubba Wallace created history after becoming the first black driver to ever win a NASCAR race at the iconic Indianapolis circuit. Wallace was extremely overjoyed after ending his winless streak of over 100 races.

Kyle Petty Goes Off on People, Including His Father, for Questioning Shane van Gisbergen’s Place in the Playoffs

While Shane van Gisbergen continues to search for his footing on oval tracks, his three road-course wins this season have already locked him into the playoffs.

Richard Petty Doesn’t Sugarcoat Feelings on Playoff Format After Shane van Gisbergen Win in Mexico

Sunday’s race in Mexico had an interesting connection to Richard Petty. The last time the NASCAR Cup Series held an international points-paying race back in 1958 in Toronto, a 20-year-old Petty made his debut.

Richard Petty Rips Next Gen Car After Talladega

Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Richard Petty is a legend of the sport. When he speaks up, people listen, and he hasn’t shied away from voicing his opinion on the current state of NASCAR.

Richard Petty Doubles Down on FOX Criticism, Calls Darlington A ‘Pit Crew Race’

NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty has been known to keep things honest. Over the weekend, The King joined the Fox broadcast booth as part of the throwback weekend festivities and candidly shared his thoughts on the television coverage.

Richard Petty shows off epic custom suit ahead of 2024 NASCAR Awards

Is there anyone as cool as The King, Richard Petty? When it comes to NASCAR drivers, no one has as much fashion sense as Petty. From his decorative cowboy hats to his black pants, the slim-figured legend is always styling.

Richard Petty 'enraged' by someone placing noose in Bubba Wallace's stall

A noose was found in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace on Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway.