Storied Italian brand Lancia announced its return to motorsport with the launch of 212 hp Ypsilon Rally4 Trofeo Lancia cup car – but the really exciting news was buried in the press release. A new, motorsport-inspired, all-electric 280 hp street version of the new Lancia Y is here. What’s more, it’s bringing back the iconic HF badge.

Back in the 1980s, the quickest, gnarliest, most dangerous cars in the world raced against each other in the Group B rally class. Renault ran the mid-engined R5 Turbo, Audi ran the devastating Ur-Quattro, and Lancia ran its legendary Delta HF Integrale. There’s a newfound interest and romanticism about that era these days, fueled in part by the companies, themselves, and low-production monsters like the 580 hp R5 Turbo 3E.

It’s proven to be a successful formula. The new-age Renault 5 selling like hotcakes, and the sizzling R5 Turbo 3E selling out in minutes.

Now Lancia is getting into the mix, with a less insane (but still lickedy-quick) 280 hp rally-inspired EV of its own, and it’s bringing back the classic HF nameplate – complete with a modernized version of the iconic “galloping elephant” badge.

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Symbols of Lancia’s heritage, the badge’s core elements—the HF acronym and the iconic elephant—have been simplified in both line and form, creating a new balance that conveys innovation, premiumness, and the Italian spirit, with a touch of eclecticism, all while respecting the unmistakable geometries of the Lancia brand. In particular, the colors come from the official logo of the 1966 Fulvia Coupé, while the slant of the letters is inspired by the Lancia Delta logo from the 1990s to express speed and radicality.

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As a car, the new Lancia Ypsilon HF EV features a lowered suspension and a wheel track that’s been widened by 3 cm (a little over an inch) compared to the standard model. Visually, dedicated front bumpers featuring an HF logo, special 18″ lightweight aluminum alloy wheels, an aerodynamic rear diffuser, and wheel arches that create, “assertive, muscular forms designed for performance and inspired by the brand’s most radical, iconic cars.”

The changes set the stage, and clue bystanders in to the car’s sporting possibilities – and those possibilities are very, very real.

Big, AWD shoes to fill

The last car to wear the HF badge, the Lancia Delta, was the single most successful model in the history of rally racing, scoring constructors’ championships in 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, and 1992 – and that doesn’t include the Lancia 037 that won it in 1985, or the Stratos and Fluvia HF models that dominated the 1970s, either. All told, the brand has scored 11 victories at Dakar and an almost unimaginable 27 world championships.

Those are some big shoes tires to fill, and Lancia has given its new electric hot hatch 280 hp and 345 Nm (255 lb-ft) of torque, delivered to the ground through a Torsen limited-slip differential that can direct torque to the inside or outside tires, steering the car like a tank and maximizing its mechanical grip through corners.

The Alcon braking system—featuring monobloc four-piston calipers and enlarged 355-mm discs—ensures power, stability, and fatigue resistance; meanwhile, the fine-tuning of the chassis and suspension—with rigidity increased by up to 67% at the front and 153% at the rear anti-roll bar—guarantees precise and engaging driving dynamics.

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The sprint from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) happens in about five-and-a-half seconds on the way to the Lancia’s electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h. That ‘s about 112 mph – which is positively moving on loose dirt and gravel, I promise!

Parent company Stellantis says its new Lancia Ypsilon HF offers 370 km (about 230 miles) of range with standard tires (based on the WLTP cycle), thanks to a highly efficient, 400V, 54 kWh lithium-ion battery capable of fast charging that adds up to 100 km of range for every 10 minutes it’s plugged into a DC fast charger.

Pricing wasn’t announced, but expect something in the €35-40,000 range. Order books are open now, with deliveries set to begin later this year.

Electrek’s Take

Look, I’m not here to lie to you people – I am a huge Lancia fan. I’ve owned a few Betas (two coupes and a gorgeous HPE shooting brake in Azzurro Metallizato), a Delta, a Montecarlo … and I’ll very probably own one or two more before I finally kick the bucket. As such, there is absolutely zero chance that I’m looking at this thing objectively.

I absolutely must have one, and I promise that I’ll race anyone who pulls up alongside me in a Renault or Audi. Bet.

SOURCE | IMAGES: Stellantis.

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The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule is starting to come together. Bowman Gray Stadium will again host the “Clash” exhibition season opener, the Daytona 500 will be held on Feb. 15, Homestead-Miami Speedway will host the championship and the Coca-Cola 600 and Southern 500, two of the sport’s crown-jewel races, will be on their respective traditional holiday weekends.

But what about some of the big unknowns that will go a long way to dictating what the 2026 schedule looks like? Here’s the latest, based on conversations with a dozen league and team sources in the NASCAR industry.

Mexico City

NASCAR wants to return, and Mexico City would like NASCAR back, but racing in 2026 at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez circuit is still uncertain, even after what most considered a successful weekend for the first Cup points race outside the continental United States since the 1950s. The problem, according to those industry sources, is finding room on both parties’ calendars.

In NASCAR’s debrief after last month’s race, teams made clear to the league the logistics needed to be smoother — preferably by scheduling an off week either before or after Mexico City. NASCAR acknowledges that it’s best to have an off week around Mexico City.

But how would this happen, considering NASCAR’s 38-week schedule affords little room for a break?

The best option, multiple sources said, would be to shift Mexico City to either the week before or after Easter — the lone weekend next year between Daytona and the Homestead finale that Cup isn’t expected to be racing. Finding a spring date on NASCAR’s schedule, however, is challenging, as several tracks traditionally hold races at that time of year. NASCAR also needs a solution that makes sense logistically and reduces the burden on hauler drivers, who had to travel from outside Detroit to Mexico City in just a few days.

Visiting Mexico City at another time of the year will be difficult due to the 2026 sports schedule. Starting in June, the month NASCAR held its event this year, Mexico City is hosting the FIFA Men’s World Cup soccer tournament, with five matches scheduled from June 11 to July 5. Then, in the fall, Formula One makes its annual stop, effectively eliminating that window, leaving early spring as the only option.

While returning to Mexico City for 2026 is uncertain, both sides want to continue the relationship, according to industry sources. It’s just a matter of finding the right time — and it’s becoming likelier that it might have to be 2027.

There’s a lot of support in the NASCAR industry for a return to Mexico City, but it may have to wait until 2027. (Sean Gardner / Getty Images)

Chicago Street Course

Would NASCAR like to race in downtown Chicago next year? Yes, provided the league can strike the right deal.

Are both the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago amenable to NASCAR coming back for a fourth consecutive year? Yes, provided they can strike the right deal.

These caveats have left the future of the Chicago Street Course up in the air.

Staging a race around Grant Park is not easy for NASCAR or the city. It’s expensive and requires shutting down several major roads. Is there a date other than the Fourth of July weekend that works better? And would NASCAR, after three successful years, be better served leaving, letting the anticipation for a return build, then coming back sometime in the future?

The popularity of the race is a significant factor in the decision. NASCAR loves it, and so do league and team sponsors. Drivers have spoken glowingly about it, too, including Kyle Larson. “It’s probably my favorite event in NASCAR each year,” he said.

And, most importantly, local officials appear to have warmed up to it. This was made known to NASCAR in recent discussions regarding the race’s future, according to sources involved with the talks. The support at the state and local levels has increased the likelihood of a fourth race in downtown Chicago.

The Chicago Street Course is a big piece of the puzzle that will shape the 2026 schedule. Expect a resolution soon.

Chicagoland

With the uncertainty surrounding the Chicago Street Race, should NASCAR consider going back to Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Ill.? Many drivers would be in favor of that solution to stay in the market and return to the 1.5-mile track that hosted Cup and Xfinity Series races from 2001 to 2019.

Swapping the Chicago Street Race for Chicagoland would allow NASCAR to maintain a presence in the third-largest media market in the U.S. and add another oval to the schedule that should produce high-quality racing. The capital improvements that NASCAR would need at the track — estimated around $4 million, according to industry sources — are not high, though NASCAR would pay the bill.

A return to Chicagoland could happen in 2026, but it’s no sure thing. Right now, the focus within NASCAR, those sources said, is to finalize the San Diego race and sort out the respective futures of Mexico City and the Chicago Street Race. Chicagoland, though, is an option if a spot opens up.

San Diego

Nothing has changed since The Athletic’s report last month on NASCAR nearing a deal for a race in the San Diego area. Discussions are ongoing, industry sources said, and the expectation is that an agreement will be reached. An announcement is tentatively slated for later this month.

A street course race in San Diego would accomplish NASCAR’s goal of adding one new big event to its schedule each year, following in the footsteps of the Clash being held at both the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and Bowman Gray Stadium, returning to North Wilkesboro Speedway after a nearly 30-year absence, the Chicago Street Course, Mexico City and several others.

All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro

After the All-Star Race bounced around for several years, the venerable short track in North Carolina’s foothills has helped restore some of the importance. The All-Star Race feels special again.

NASCAR recognizes this, and the 2026 All-Star Race is expected to return to North Wilkesboro Speedway for a fourth consecutive year, industry sources said, even as there’s rising support to see the track host a Cup Series points race, which it last did in 1996.

Circuit of the Americas

Circuit of the Americas and Speedway Motorsports — which effectively rents out the Austin, Texas, road course — have operated on a year-to-year basis for the past few years. This partnership is expected to continue in 2026, industry sources said, with NASCAR tentatively slated to race there in early March — a renewal coming after what was widely viewed as the best NASCAR race there.

(Top photo: Sean Gardner / Getty Images)

David Starr is set to make his return to the NASCAR Xfinity Series this weekend, driving the No. 53 car for Joey Gase Motorsports at Dover Motor Speedway on Saturday, July 19.

Leading the charge as primary sponsor is Starr’s long-time partner, Alarm Tech, a trusted name in life safety systems. Their continued support highlights a lasting commitment to Starr’s racing journey and the NASCAR community.

Also backing the effort are associate sponsors Lil Miss Ene III, M&M Mechanical, and Lewis Transport.

Starr’s most recent appearance in the Xfinity Series came earlier this year at Darlington Raceway in the spring, and he also competed in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, continuing to showcase his veteran presence across both series.

“I’m excited to be back in the No. 53 and especially grateful to be doing it with Joey Gase Motorsports,” said Starr. “It’s always an honor to carry the Alarm Tech brand. They’ve stood by me for years and I’m proud to represent them and all the great companies on the car this weekend.”

The NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Dover Motor Speedway takes place on Saturday, July 19, with practice from 11:00 AM to 11:55 AM, qualifying at 12:05 PM, and the race is set to begin at 4:30 PM.

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Just past the halfway point of the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season, a full-time driver has lost his ride and been replaced, less than two weeks after failing to qualify for the street race in Chicago, Illinois.

Kris Wright landed his first Xfinity Series ride since wrapping up the 2022 season with Brandonbilt Motorsports, as he was named the full-time driver of the No. 5 Chevrolet for Our Motorsports for the 2025 season. However, limited success through the season’s first 19 race weekends has led to him being replaced.

Wright’s only top 15 finish of the year was a ninth place effort at Martinsville Speedway in March. He only managed two other finishes higher than 24th: an 18th place finish at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May and a 17th place finish at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in June. He recorded nine DNFs and/or finishes lower than 30th.

Kris Wright replaced by a fan-favorite at Dover

Though a full-time replacement has not been announced for Our Motorsports for the season’s final 14 races, one has been confirmed for this coming Saturday afternoon’s race at Dover Motor Speedway, and it’s a driver whom many fans believe is a significant upgrade for Chris Our’s team.

Kaz Grala is set to drive the No. 5 car this weekend at the “Monster Mile”, and many fans are hoping that this opportunity leads to more opportunities for the 26-year-old Boston, Massachusetts native.

Grala finished in 17th place in the championship standings in his lone full season in the series two years ago with Sam Hunt Racing and recorded nine top 10 finishes along the way. He has always seemingly made the most of his limited opportunities in NASCAR national series competition, going all the way back to his Truck Series debut in 2016.

Last year, he ran part-time for Rick Ware Racing in the Cup Series but did not make any Xfinity Series starts, though he did fail to qualify for one race at RSS Racing. He has made just one national series start so far this year, that coming in the recent Xfinity race in Chicago when he returned to Sam Hunt Racing, and he finished in 22nd place.

So far, Saturday’s BetRivers 200 is the only race for which Our Motorsports have confirmed a driver for the No. 5 Chevrolet throughout the remainder of the 2025 season.

On its first July weekend in more than 56 years, Dover Motor Speedway will play host to a NASCAR tripleheader of the ARCA, Xfinity and Cup series.

It’s the first time since Dover’s debut Cup race on July 6, 1969 that the track nicknamed the “Monster Mile” has had a race in July with NASCAR’s premier series.

NASCAR files response to 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports requesting this week to have charter status through the rest of the season after it expired.

The 1-mile concrete oval will play host to a 150-lap ARCA race Friday, a 200-lap Xfinity race Saturday and a 400-lap Cup race Sunday.

The defending winners at Dover are Denny Hamlin (Cup), Ryan Truex (Xfinity) and Connor Zilisch (ARCA).

Dover will mark the semifinals of the In-Season Challenge with four Cup drivers squaring off for the final two slots at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Here are the matchups:

—Ty Dillon (32nd seed), No. 10 Chevrolet vs. John Hunter Nemechek (12), No. 42 Toyota
—Ty Gibbs (6), No. 54 Toyota vs. Tyler Reddick (23), No. 45 Toyota

Alex Bowman has four consecutive top-10 finishes at Dover, including a victory.

Dover weekend schedule

(All Times Eastern)

Friday, July 18

Garage open

• 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — ARCA Series
• 1 – 6 p.m. — Xfinity Series

Track activity

• 1:40 – 2:25 p.m. — ARCA practice
• 2:40 – 3 p.m. — ARCA qualifying
• 5 p.m. — ARCA race (150 laps, 150 miles; FS1)

Saturday, July 19

Garage open

• 9:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Xfinity Series
• 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cup Series

Track activity

• 11 – 11:55 a.m. — Xfinity practice (CW App)
• 12:05 – 1 p.m. — Xfinity qualifying (CW App)
• 1:35 – 2:35 p.m. — Cup practice (truTV, Performance Racing Network, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio)
• 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. — Cup qualifying (truTV, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio)
• 4:30 p.m. — Xfinity race (200 laps, 200 miles; Stage 1 at Lap 45, Stage 2 at Lap 90; CW, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio)

Sunday, July 20

Garage open

• 11 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Cup Series

Track activity

• 2 p.m. — Cup race (400 laps, 400 miles; Stage 1 at Lap 120, Stage 2 at Lap 250; TNT, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio)

Weekend weather

Friday: Parly cloudy with a high of 86 degrees and winds from the north to northwest at 5 to 10 mph. It’s expected to be 84 degrees with a 1% chance of rain at the start of the ARCA race.

Saturday: Cloudy with rain showers in the afternoon. It will be a high of 83 degrees with winds from the southeast at 5 to 10 mph. It’s expected to be 81 degrees with a 42% chance of rain at the start of the Xfinity race.

Sunday: Partly cloudy with a high of 87 degrees and winds from the west at 5 to 10 mph. It’s expected to be 87 degrees with a 10% chance of rain at the start of the Cup race.

No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Team:

Driver: Anthony Alfredo

Primary Partner(s): Lanita Specialized

Manufacturer: Chevrolet Camaro

Crew Chief: Andrew Abbott

2025 Driver Points Position: 21st

2025 Owner Points Position: 23rd

Engine: Earnhardt-Childress Racing

Notes of Interest:

● Year Two, Full Throttle: In January, Young’s Motorsports announced that NASCAR Xfinity Series veteran Anthony Alfredo would compete full-time for the team in its second year of Xfinity Series competition.

Alfredo is driving the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro for the entire 33-race schedule, which continues this Saturday afternoon with the BetRivers 200 at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway.

● About Anthony: A popular driver, Alfredo, a native of Ridgefield, Connecticut, joins Young’s Motorsports with an array of Motorsports experience, including starts in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series, respectively.

The 2025 season will mark Alfredo’s fourth full-time Xfinity Series campaign, and he joins the Mooresville, N.C.-based team after spending the 2024 season with Our Motorsports.

The 25-year-old finished 15th in the 2024 Xfinity Series driver standings, highlighted by a Dash 4 Cash victory at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway. He added two more top-five finishes and seven top-10s to his career totals, further strengthening his résumé across 137 Xfinity Series starts.

● All-Aboard!: For the 20th of 33 Xfinity Series races this season, Young’s Motorsports welcomes Lanita Specialized as the primary partner on the No. 42 Chevrolet Camaro for the 200-lap race on Saturday afternoon.

Founded in 1997, Lanita Specialized provides truckload and LTL transportation. We service the needs of our customers with professional and qualified drivers.

We take pride in our equipment and handle your freight with the same amount of care and in a timely manner.

Our transportation services are designed to meet your needs and expectations at affordable prices.

Based on the principles of integrity, respect, quality, and family, Lanita Specialized serves the lower 48 states for your transportation needs. We are equipped with multiple bays for tractor and trailer maintenance or repairs.

● Anthony Alfredo NASCAR Xfinity Series Dover Motor Speedway Stats: Saturday afternoon’s BetRivers 200 will mark Anthony Alfredo’s sixth trip to the Monster Mile.

In his previous five starts at the 1.0-mile concrete oval, Alfredo has completed all but 78 of the laps between the 2020 and 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series seasons.

His best result came during the 2024 edition of the BetRivers 200, where he earned a track-best ninth after starting 21st while driving for Our Motorsports. The finish earned the team a $100,000 bonus during Xfinity’s Dash 4 Cash initiative.

Overall, he holds an Xfinity Series average finish of 16.8 at the First State facility.

In addition to his five NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, Alfredo has also had a lone NASCAR Cup Series start at Dover Motor Speedway in 2021, finishing 28th after starting 27th for Frow Row Motorsports in the 400-lap Drydene 400.

Nineteen races into the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season — with 14 remaining — Anthony Alfredo and the Young’s Motorsports No. 42 team remain laser-focused on one mission: mounting a late-summer charge toward the Playoffs.

A strong performance — or perhaps a long-awaited breakthrough win — in Saturday afternoon’s BetRivers 200 at Dover Motor Speedway could serve as a defining moment in Alfredo’s postseason pursuit.

Conquering the “Monster Mile” would not only send a message to the competition but could mark a pivotal shift in the momentum the team has been building.

The action begins Friday afternoon with the General Tire 150, a companion event that brings together the ARCA Menards Series and the ARCA Menards Series East for 150 laps of intense competition. The daytime showdown sets the tone for a stacked weekend on the high-banked concrete oval.

Saturday’s 200-lap Xfinity Series main event is more than just another race — it’s a battle of endurance, execution and nerves. With its worn surface, unforgiving transitions, and physically demanding layout, Dover tests both drivers and equipment. Precision and patience are key when taking on Miles the Monster.

The weekend wraps on Sunday, July 20, as the NASCAR Cup Series stars roll into town for the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400. The headlining event showcases the sport’s best and serves as the penultimate race in the in-season $1 million challenge, the eighth event in the second leg of the regular season.

As the summer grind continues, every lap at Dover carries weight and for Alfredo and the No. 42 group, a strong run in Delaware could be just what they need to climb closer to the Playoffs.

● Anthony Alfredo Xfinity Series Career Stats: Entering Dover, Alfredo has 137 NASCAR Xfinity Series races to his credit, earning a career-best third-place finish twice, most recently at Talladega Superspeedway after starting 11th in the 2024 edition of the Ag-Pro 300 for Our Motorsports.

Since 2020, he has earned one pole, five top-five, and 23 top-10 finishes and has an average finish of 19.9.

● Sonoma Raceway | Pit Boss / FoodMaxx 250 Race Recap: The NASCAR Xfinity Series made the cross-country trek to Northern California for a date with the twists and turns of Sonoma Raceway — and for Young’s Motorsports, the weekend showed early promise.

Anthony Alfredo rolled off with confidence, clocking quick laps in practice that kept his No. 42 DUDE Wipes Chevrolet in the mix. He carried that speed into qualifying, earning a solid 13th-place starting spot — a result that provided the track position needed to contend on the challenging 1.99-mile road course.

Once the green flag dropped, Alfredo made his presence known. He earned stage points with a sixth-place finish in Stage 1 and remained a top-10 threat throughout much of the 78-lap event, eyeing what could have been the team’s second top-10 finish of the season.

However, misfortune struck in the closing laps. A flat tire derailed the team’s efforts, forcing Alfredo to nurse his wounded No. 42 Chevrolet to finish in 23rd — a result that didn’t reflect the strength the team showed all weekend.

Now 19 races into the 2025 season, Alfredo and the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports team remain determined to rebound. With the heart of the summer stretch ahead, consistency,

composure and continued speed will be vital in keeping their Playoff hopes alive.

● Calling the Shots: Guiding Alfredo as crew chief of the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro is longtime crew chief Andrew Abbott.

On Saturday, he will be crew chief in his 149th NASCAR Xfinity Series race. In his previous 148 races, he has four top-five and 14 top-10 finishes.

The season’s 20th race will be his seventh tango at Dover Motor Speedway as crew chief in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series at Dover Motor Speedway: This weekend’s BetRivers 200 will mark Young’s Motorsports’ second NASCAR Xfinity Series appearance at the famed Monster Mile — a track known for its blistering speeds and unforgiving nature.

Last summer, rookie Leland Honeyman Jr. finished 21st after starting 28th, completing all but one lap.

The team is no stranger to Dover Motor Speedway. Since 2014, Young’s Motorsports has entered 12 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races at the track, earning a best finish of 10th in 2015 with team principal Tyler Young behind the wheel.

Over that span, the team has recorded an average finish of 21.9, building valuable experience at one of the most demanding tracks on the schedule.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series History: Since entering the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024, the family-owned organization has logged 52 starts and maintains an average starting position of 25.9 and an average finish of 23.4.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on Anthony Alfredo, please visit AnthonyAlfredo.com, like him on Facebook (Anthony Alfredo Racing), follow him on Instagram (@anthonyalfredo) and X | Twitter (@anthonyalfredo).

For more on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, like them on Facebook (Young’s Motorsports), and follow them on Instagram (@youngsmotorsports) and X |Twitter (@youngsmtrsports).

Anthony Alfredo Pre-Race Quotes:

On Dover Motor Speedway: “Dover is one of my favorite race tracks, and it’s only a couple of hours from where I grew up, so it is very much a track I consider as a home race for me.”

On Preparation for Dover Motor Speedway: “I have been watching a lot of film and studying data to prepare myself for the challenges that the Monster Mile has in store.”

On Dover Motor Speedway Concrete Layout: “Dover is unique because of how high the loads are on the car. Handling is really important, and so is clean air.

“It also takes a physical toll on your body, but that’s one of my favorite parts about it.”

On Keys to Success at Dover Motor Speedway: “Because clean air is so important at Dover, track position will be critical. We will need to put ourselves up front and stay there throughout the race.”

On Dover Motor Speedway Performance Expectations: “A top 15 would be a great finish for us at Dover. I believe some of the things we have been working on for the intermediate tracks lately should correlate well.”

On Rebounding from Sonoma Raceway Finish: “We had a fantastic run at Sonoma Raceway this past weekend, despite the finish, which gives us a lot of confidence heading to Dover. I’m excited to carry the momentum.

On Goals for the Second Half of the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Season: “We have had a lot of ups and downs throughout the first half of the race season, but I’m confident we can recover by bringing fast cars to the track and executing well throughout this second half.

“We need more top-10s and a couple of top-fives before the end of the season. Ideally, winning just one race before the Playoffs is our ultimate goal because it would completely save our season.”

Race Information:

The BetRivers 200 (200 laps | 200 miles) is the 20th of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Two 25-minute group practice sessions will take place on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. Qualifying will immediately follow, launching at 12:05 p.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag shortly after 4:30 p.m. ET, with live coverage on The CW Network, the Performance Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (ET).

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