Feeling fresh off his first win as a crew chief in his first race on the box, Dale Earnhardt Jr. trolled his Hendrick Motorsports friends. Dale Jr. helped lead Connor Zilisch to the win at Pocono. It was the young NASCAR driver’s first win at an “oval” track.

There was a bit of criticism, or more dismissal, over Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his first race as a crew chief. A few people were talking about “war rooms” and how connected the crew chiefs are to the tracks, even when they are suspended.

No matter the outside noise, Dale Jr. appears to want to do it again. Chase Elliott’s No. 17 car was taken back to the Research and Development Center for a teardown. Well, the Hendrick Xfinity Series team got caught with a “main frame rail conical receiver violation.”

Adam Wall was the crew chief, and he’s suspended for three races. So, Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he’s going to hit up Greg Ives and see if he can fill in for the 17 team.

According to a report from the Associated Press, T.J. Puchyr has entered into an agreement to purchase Rick Ware Racing and expand it into a three-car team by 2027.

Now, many fans are likely wondering who Puchyr is, but it is a name familiar to those in the NASCAR garage. He is a former owner at Spire Motorsports alongside Jeff Dickerson, helping to build it into the strong organization it now is. They purchased Furniture Row Racing’s charter following the 2018 season and formed Spire together, which now runs three full-time entries and has contended for multiple race wins this year. Puchyr has since sold his stake in Spire and is no longer connected to the team.

Per the AP, the deal would keep Rick Ware’s son Cody as one of the drivers. RWR currently runs one full-time, charted car, but they are also leasing another charter to RFK Racing for the No. 60 Ford in a two-year agreement. RWR is also in the middle of a lawsuit with Legacy Motor Club, who claims RWR backed out of a signed deal and that they owe them a charter for the 2026 season. 

Cody Ware, Rick Ware Racing Ford

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Rick Ware Racing’s No. 51 Ford Mustang is currently last in the championships standings among the 36 chartered teams, placing no higher than 24th in any race this year.

“I’ve won at everything I’ve done at every level, and I think we can compete with these guys,” said Puchyr in an interview with the Associated Press. “I think we can build it brick-by-brick and it’s going to take people, money and time. It’s not lost on me that [RWR] is the 36th-place car in the garage, we all see it. But I believe we can make this a competitive organization, even a winner.”

There are a lot of moving parts with this deal, and it will be fascinating to see how it unfolds in the months to follow. 

In a year marked by turmoil and uncertainty, NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez found himself at the center of a storm of betrayal and upheaval. The shocking details of his breakup with Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) after Toyota and sponsors turned their backs on him have now come to light, revealing a tale of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

As the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc across various industries, NASCAR was not spared from its effects. The 2020 season came to an abrupt halt, leaving teams scrambling to navigate the new normal of racing under strict protocols and financial strain. For Suárez, who had spent over four years at JGR, the sudden policy shifts and departures of key personnel created a sense of instability within the team. The Mexican driver admitted that it never felt like he was part of a winning environment, with crew chiefs and engineers constantly in flux.

The pandemic-induced sponsor cuts further exacerbated Suárez’s challenges, leading him to make multiple moves between teams, from Gibbs to Stewart-Haas, and eventually to Trackhouse Racing. Each transition tested his mettle and reinforced his focus on the ultimate prize. Suárez’s experience underscored the crucial role of trust in the world of NASCAR, where loyalty can quickly dissipate in the face of financial turmoil.

Speaking candidly on the Dale Jr. Dirty Mo podcast, Suárez revealed the harsh reality of dwindling sponsorships in the wake of the pandemic. What was once a promising partnership with Toyota and JGR crumbled as sponsor commitments evaporated, leaving the driver with limited resources to compete at the highest level. The financial strain was felt industry-wide, with NASCAR teams grappling with a significant drop in sponsorship revenue.

Despite the setbacks, Suárez approached each new opportunity with unwavering determination. His brief stint with Gaunt Brothers may not have yielded the desired results, but it showcased his relentless drive to succeed against all odds. Now, at Trackhouse Racing, Suárez faces another crossroads as his contract nears its end. With one win under his belt and a precarious position in the standings, the pressure is on for the Mexican driver to deliver results and secure his future in the sport.

As Suárez navigates the uncertainties of his racing career, his positive attitude and commitment to success have not gone unnoticed. Even in the face of potential upheaval at Trackhouse, the driver remains focused on achieving both personal glory and team success. The coming months will test Suárez’s resilience once again, as he strives to turn the lessons learned from past betrayals into a pathway to sustained competitiveness on the track.

ARCOLA, Ind. (WPTA) – A truck & tractor pull is set to bring three nights of motorsports to western Allen County.

From Thursday, June 26 to Saturday, June 28, the 2025 Arcola National Truck & Tractor Pull will be happening in Branning Park.

The event held by the Arcola Volunteer Fire Department in partnership with the National Tractor Pullers Association invites competitors and fans to take part in three nights of motorsports.

Gates open at 5 p.m. nightly, with pulls beginning at 7 p.m. Each night will feature a variety of vehicle classes.

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Tickets for the event are $14 on Thursday for people 13 and up, $18 on Friday and Saturday for people 13 and up, $5 for children between the ages of 6 and 11, and free for children under the age of 6.

Founded in 1954 as part of Arcola Days, organizers say the Arcola National Truck & Tractor serves as a key fundraiser for the Arcola Volunteer Fire Department.

The Monterey Motorsports Festival announced the U.S. debut of the Italian-made Perala S supercar during Car Week in August.

The car will make its U.S. debut at Car Week. Under the hood, it has a 621 horsepower twin-turbo 3-liter V-6 engine.

They say it was inspired by the Maserati Boomerang concept car from the 70s. Instead of traditional doors, the entire front comes unhinged.

If you want to get a glimpse of it in person, they plan to debut it at Car Week on August 16 at the Monterey Motorsports Festival.

General admission tickets for adults run $119, with lower-priced options available for seniors and those under the age of 18.

NASCAR is coming to Lime Rock Park this weekend.

We spoke with the president and CEO of Lime Rock Park, Dicky Riegel, who told us the event has been years in the making.

“We can’t wait to welcome thousands and thousands of fans to this unbelievable show,” Reigel said.

But the biggest and newest event is happening this weekend.

“We welcome the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series here to Lime Rock, along with the ARCA Menards Series and NASCAR Classic,” Reigel said.

There will be several NASCAR races throughout the weekend, but the main event is the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, the LIUNA 150.

“Knowing that NASCAR needs to come to road circuits,” Reigel said. “We raised our hand and said, ‘We are the perfect way for NASCAR to engage with this rabid, really enthusiastic fan base here in New England.'”

He said all this attention will bring a welcomed economic boost to the area.

“It means jobs here in the state of Connecticut. It means an expanded and strengthened partnership with the town,” he said.

Nicole Velardi, with the Division of Emergency Management Homeland Security, said it was about a month-long process to make sure everything was in order.

“Going through scenarios to make sure everybody knows what they need to do. Identifying any resource support that is needed,” Velardi said. “Making sure all the fire apparatuses, ambulances, etc., are available to support throughout the weekend.”

She said they are expecting around 40,000 people total for the weekend.

You can purchase tickets in advance online or at the door the day of.