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Injured deer crash into buildings across campus, some later found dead
Videos obtained by Pipe Dream showed the deer acting erratically and disoriented. It is unclear what caused the animals to behave this way. Content Warning: This article contains mention of animal death. As students prepared for final exams, several injured deer ran across campus on Sunday, causing chaos and confusion. Two deer crashed into the […]
Videos obtained by Pipe Dream showed the deer acting erratically and disoriented. It is unclear what caused the animals to behave this way.
Content Warning: This article contains mention of animal death.
As students prepared for final exams, several injured deer ran across campus on Sunday, causing chaos and confusion. Two deer crashed into the Engineering Building on Sunday, creating a commotion inside, while another was reportedly dragged onto the grass outside, shot and hauled away.
At around 3 p.m., a deer toppled the metal fence surrounding construction on the Lois B. DeFleur Walkway, according to a video obtained by Pipe Dream. Two other deer then ran onto the construction zone, with one slamming into a University Union door before following the others.
A deer was found dead near the exit ramp at the lot between the University Union and the Engineering Building.
The Engineering Building’s garage door was open at the time as members from Binghamton Motorsports, an organization composed of two teams that design vehicles “made in-house under the supervision of experienced shop technicians and faculty,” worked outside on parts for their Formula SAE electric vehicle. They were joined by Cefast, a Formula SAE team from Brazil that Binghamton Motorsports was hosting before its competition in Michigan later this week.
At around 3 p.m., a deer bolted through the garage entrance into the Fabrication Lab, followed moments later by another. A video from Binghamton Motorsports showed the deer acting erratically and stumbling to the ground while in the lab.
Lara Ahmad, a sophomore majoring in computer engineering, was working on a final project with her friend in the Engineering Building’s basement. After stepping out to grab food, her friend called and told her a “rabid” deer was inside the building. Upon returning, Ahmad found “blood smeared all over the glass where we were working,” she told Pipe Dream.
Ahmad shared a video of the deer by the lab’s glass doors. The deer, bleeding from its mouth, appeared confused before it bumped into a panel and smeared blood onto the glass frame.
One of the deer then left the building and ran straight to the University Union’s side door entrance.
“The deer just ran straight into the Union doors,” said Jennifer Pillai, a freshman majoring in industrial systems engineering. “And then it just kept banging its head against the door, it was bleeding everywhere. It looked really scary, really dystopian too, like blood all over the face.”
Pillai said the deer eventually ran across the street and disappeared into the trees by College-in-the-Woods.
Around 3:40 p.m., a police officer and another individual dragged the second deer out of the Engineering Building and onto the grass. Another officer told a nearby crowd of students to back away from the scene and “give [the deer] some peace.”
Students said that within a few minutes, a gunshot rang out. The deer’s body was left on the grass before being hauled into a University vehicle.
Requests for comment have been given to the University Police Department, Facilities Management and other administrators. It is unclear what caused the deer to behave erratically, or whether the bodies will be tested for illnesses like rabies or chronic wasting disease.
“You don’t expect to be getting Dunkin’ and going back to studying and just seeing blood smeared onto the door walls and everything,” said Aleksandra Berrios, a junior majoring in psychology. “So it was very shocking, and I personally am not that comfortable taking videos or taking pictures of that sort of stuff, so I didn’t. But then I saw some people that were also very caught up in what was happening and everything.”
“So very shocking for that to just happen when you’re in the midst of studying for finals and doing projects and stuff, and then you kind of just have to go back to whatever you were doing.”
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Ram is Back … Back in America’s Motorsport … Ram is back in NASCAR – Speedway Digest
Ram will join the field for the 2026 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, ending a 13-year break, and today unveiled a new Ram 1500 concept race truck that previews the design for next year. Returning to the racetrack marks a major milestone, part of a pedal-to-the-metal drive for Ram that covers 25 product announcements over 18 […]
Ram will join the field for the 2026 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, ending a 13-year break, and today unveiled a new Ram 1500 concept race truck that previews the design for next year. Returning to the racetrack marks a major milestone, part of a pedal-to-the-metal drive for Ram that covers 25 product announcements over 18 months.
The news of Ram’s return to NASCAR was officially announced by Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram brand during a live NASCAR event at the Michigan International Speedway this weekend. Jaw-dropping moments included a Ram 5500 hauling a custom trailer built specifically for smoky donuts, courtesy of Ram’s NASCAR concept truck. Anderson Silva, Hall of Fame MMA Icon took to the track to shoot HEMI-branded T-shirts into the crowd.
“For more than a decade, customers and our dealer network asked about getting back into NASCAR. The desire was always there, but we didn’t have a plan that delivered the last tenth and following just didn’t fit our DNA,” said Kuniskis. “Now we have a solid plan that will set us apart from the field and will bring fresh new interest and engagement to America’s Motorsport.”
Joining the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, in a way that only Ram can, is a natural, strategic move for the brand, as more than 40 percent of NASCAR fans are truck owners. The popular and competitive race series gives Ram a high-performance showcase as it launches a series of exciting and capable new trucks.
“Ram returning to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series is a major moment for the sport, and a sign that NASCAR remains a strong platform for blue chip brand partners,” said John Probst, NASCAR executive vice president and chief racing development officer. “We are excited to welcome Ram back to the sport. Its identity includes high performance, durability and innovation – characteristics that embody NASCAR and, specifically, the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series.”
Ram 1500 NASCAR Concept
The Ram 1500 concept race truck unveiled today was molded by the Ram design team. The concept resembles a production truck, adopting elements from the Ram Sport Truck lineup (Warlock, Rebel and RHO), but honed with an aerodynamic signature to slip through the air efficiently, yet with enough airflow to cool a race engine that revs over 9,000 rpm. Body lines around the fenders and grille carry a familiar appearance, framing a large Ram logo that separates this truck from the pack.
The one-off body design is covered by a two-tone Gloss Black canvas with Molten Red lower. The Ram design team created an impactful and exciting livery that complements the visual emotion of Ram’s design DNA and highlights Direct Connection and “Symbol of Protest” logos. Mopar’s Direct Connection aftermarket unit is adding performance options for Ram trucks and earns prominent signage on the concept race truck.
“There will be more details on our NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series program later this year,” added Kuniskis. “We are undoubtedly having fun with this project, and I truly look forward to sharing information on our team and how getting back on track relates to the future of Ram performance.”
In conjunction with the news, the brand showed off its “Ram-Demption” campaign, featuring Kuniskis behind the wheel of Ram’s NASCAR concept truck at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina, with the iconic Goodyear Blimp and jets flying overhead. Different versions of the “Ram-Demption” video include 60-second, 30-second and 15-second spots that will run across NASCAR media and the Ram brand’s social channels, and a long-form video running on www.ram.com or on Youtube. “Ram-Demption” was created in partnership with Argonaut agency.
Ram’s racing news is part of a power celebration that includes a popular demand return of the 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8, as orders open for the engine’s availability in the 2026 Ram 1500.
Ram exited factory support of NASCAR’s CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in 2012 after a 17-year run and focused on launching the new 2013 Ram 1500. Ram’s return is one part of a strategy to build on the greatest variety of sport trucks and off-road enthusiast trucks the brand has ever offered.
Ram boasts a rich history of performance trucks, including the Power Wagon, SRT10 Viper Truck, TRX, RHO, Rumble Bee, Little Red Express and Warlock.
In 2004, a Ram SRT-10, piloted by NASCAR driver Brendan Gaughan, set a Guinness World Record for the world’s fastest production truck with an average speed of 154.587 mph (248.784 km/h) at the Stellantis Proving Grounds in Chelsea, Mich.
Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles: the Ram 1500, 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab and ProMaster vans.
The Ram Light-Duty and Heavy Duty pickups are considerably improved for 2025 and offer new products in the fastest growing segment within the pickup space — sport trucks. Ram introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 RHO with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.
In the commercial business, Ram is launching the new 2025 Chassis Cab line with improvements to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.
Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:
- Segment-first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower
- Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment-exclusive, active-level four-corner air suspension
- Ram 1500 RHO: Best off-road performance per dollar
- Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van
- Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road capable full-size pickup
Ram is improving market competitiveness and growth while maintaining pricing power through products, services and electrified offerings. Aligned under the global presence of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle organization, Ram currently offers a wide range of products globally, from the Ram 700 compact pickup to the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab and a range of ProMaster vans.
Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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Daniel Suarez supports NASCAR decision to use a podium for Mexico City race
NASCAR is one of the few forms of motorsport that do not celebrate the podium finishers after each race. In fact, it has never really happened in a points-paying event. NASCAR did utilize a small podium for the exhibition race held at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum for three years, but that’s about it. But when […]
NASCAR is one of the few forms of motorsport that do not celebrate the podium finishers after each race. In fact, it has never really happened in a points-paying event. NASCAR did utilize a small podium for the exhibition race held at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum for three years, but that’s about it.
But when the sport takes its top division to Mexico for the first time, they plan to utilize the podium at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez to celebrate the top three finishers. The NASCAR Xfinity Series, which did race here between 2005 and 2008, will also hold podium celebrations. It’s something NASCAR-only fans will find strange, but it’s completely normal for most of the racing world.
“We are going to feel a little bit different”
Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, and Kyle Busch
Photo by: Meg Oliphant / Getty Images
Daniel Suarez, who was raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and is the only foreign-born driver to win a NASCAR title in one of the three national divisions, is in favor of the decision.
“Honestly, when they told me about it a while back, like six months ago at the time they were already considering it, they were not doing it,” said Suarez. “I thought — man, it could be a good idea. If you think about it, we are pretty much the only sport that does it like this. The Olympics — everything has a podium. Sometimes the culture can be extremely different and I don’t hate it. I just don’t hate it because people are used to doing things a certain way. The promoters, they know what they’re doing. They know what their audience likes. So I don’t hate it, especially because the way that it’s going to be in the middle of the stadium.
“I think that area is super beautiful. There’s going to be 30,000 people watching the podium — 15,000 on each side. I think that’s going to be huge. Definitely something different for us. We are going to feel a little bit different. But at the same time, it’s not the first time we’ve done it. Actually, we did it in L.A., at the Coliseum. Just something different. I don’t see it as a negative. I see it as something that we have to adapt to a culture that is different to ours.”
Just enjoying the experience
Daniel Suarez, Trackhouse Chevrolet
Photo by: David Jensen / Getty Images
Suarez will be the home hero when NASCAR travels to Mexico, and so, it should be no surprise that he is “super excited” for the event. It’s also a potential opportunity for him to win his way into the NASCAR Cup playoffs as he remains winless through the first 14 rounds of the 2025 season, but no matter what, it will be a special weekend for him.
“Regardless of what happens on Sunday, I’m super excited for the event,” said Suarez. “I’m super excited to live the moment because the first time is going to only happen once. I’m really trying to be as present as possible; enjoy the moment and try to execute the best possible weekend that we can. We know that we are capable of winning the race, but that’s not the goal. The goal is the execution of the entire weekend, and hopefully the win is the result of the execution part.”
Suarez will be running double duty in Mexico City, driving the No. 99 Trackhouse Racing Team Chevrolet in Sunday’s Cup race, but also the No. 9 JR Motorsports Chevrolet in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race.
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Mopar Back to NASCAR! Ram to Go Racing in Craftsman Truck Series in 2026
If this week’s news of the Hemi’s return to the Ram lineup was someone plugging the speakers back in at the party, consider this the moment that the host cues up the solo to Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Free Bird: Ram’s going racing again in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Stellantis Stellantis The return marks the end […]
If this week’s news of the Hemi’s return to the Ram lineup was someone plugging the speakers back in at the party, consider this the moment that the host cues up the solo to Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Free Bird: Ram’s going racing again in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
The return marks the end of a 13-year hiatus for the brand from America’s beloved racing discipline and a 17-year absence from a full, factory-supported effort. “For more than a decade, customers and our dealer network asked about getting back into NASCAR,” said Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO. “The desire was always there, but we didn’t have a plan that delivered the last tenth, and following just didn’t fit our DNA.”
Perhaps most impressively, Kuniskis told members of the media at a launch event earlier this week that the Ram race truck will make its NASCAR racing debut next season on Friday, February 13, as part of the Daytona 500 weekend. Translation: the whole program needs to go from “idea and teaser truck,” to “Green, Green, Green!” in a little more than six months. Kuniskis also mentioned at the briefing that the brand wants to have four trucks on the grid for that opening race, but the particulars of who will be running them—teams, drivers, and pretty much everything else necessary to make that happen—are still in flux. “I’ve got a truck, I have the intention; we’re going to Daytona,” said Kuniskis. “We’re looking for a date to the prom right now.”
For this weekend’s Craftsman Truck race at Michigan International Speedway, there were 32 trucks on the entry list: Six Toyotas, 16 Chevrolets and 10 Fords. The Dodge Ram debuted in the brand-new NASCAR truck series in 1995, with three Dodges in the 33-truck lineup for the kickoff Skoal Bandit Copper World Classic at Phoenix International Raceway on February 5. One of the Dodge drivers was Bob Keselowski, father of NASCAR Cup racer Brad Keselowski. Mike Skinner, in a Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet Silverado, won the race, with Dodge’s Joe Bessey driving the brand’s best-finishing truck to fourth. Other notables in the first truck race: Terry Labonte, Geoff Bodine, Ken Schrader, P.J. Jones, Sammy Swindell, Walker Evans, and former Houston Oilers and Atlanta Falcons head coach Jerry Glanville. It was Dodge’s first time back in NASCAR for a decade, and as Toyota did years later, Dodge used the truck series as a springboard back to Cup.
For Ram, like the other manufacturers involved in the series, the endeavor is a natural fit for marketing, specifically around the brand’s sportier truck offerings such as the Rebel, the RHO, and the Warlock. The Ram design team drew up the truck seen here: It’s worth mentioning, however, that the Craftsman Truck Series uses a common chassis, so the work went into the body covering that chassis. A few callouts: that large Direct Connection decal is a nod to the performance parts catalog that Mopar owners can sift through to juice their road-going machines to all manner of crazy. Also, peep that “Symbol of Protest” logo, clearly a nod to the Hemi V-8 that’s now back in the light-duty pickup.
That Hemi, however, will not be in the race truck. The series also runs spec engines—specifically the Ilmor NT1 V-8, a version of the 396-cubic-inch V-8 that has been the standard in the ARCA race series for a decade now. Still, with a V-8 back underhood at Ram, we’re hard-pressed to think of a better way to celebrate than going racing.
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Ram Is Back … Back in America’s Motorsport … Ram Is Back in NASCAR
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ram returns to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in 2026, after a 13-year break, as part of a powerful product launch cadence — 25 announcements in 18 months Drive to NASCAR begins with a high-octane reveal of a new Ram 1500 concept race truck at Michigan International […]
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —
- Ram returns to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in 2026, after a 13-year break, as part of a powerful product launch cadence — 25 announcements in 18 months
- Drive to NASCAR begins with a high-octane reveal of a new Ram 1500 concept race truck at Michigan International Speedway that includes a wild donut trailer
- Ram brand celebrates the HEMI® V-8’s historic comeback and return to NASCAR in “Ram-Demption” marketing campaign
- Performance pickups are embedded in Ram’s DNA: Ram 1500 RHO and TRX, Power Wagon and SRT10 Viper Truck
Ram is back in NASCAR
Ram will join the field for the 2026 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, ending a 13-year break. Today, the brand unveiled a new Ram 1500 concept race truck that previews the design for next year. Returning to the racetrack marks a major milestone, part of a pedal-to-the-metal drive for Ram that covers 25 product announcements over 18 months.
The news of Ram’s return to NASCAR was officially announced by Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram brand, during a live NASCAR event at the Michigan International Speedway this weekend. Jaw-dropping moments included a Ram 5500 hauling a custom trailer built specifically for smoky donuts, courtesy of Ram’s NASCAR concept truck. Anderson Silva, Hall of Fame MMA icon, took to the track to shoot HEMI®-branded T-shirts into the crowd.
“For more than a decade, customers and our dealer network asked about getting back into NASCAR. The desire was always there, but we didn’t have a plan that delivered the last tenth and following just didn’t fit our DNA,” said Kuniskis. “Now we have a solid plan that will set us apart from the field and will bring fresh new interest and engagement to America’s motorsport.”
Joining the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, in a way that only Ram can, is a natural, strategic move for the brand, as more than 40% of NASCAR fans are truck owners. The popular and competitive race series gives Ram a high-performance showcase as it launches a series of exciting and capable new trucks.
“Ram returning to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series is a major moment for the sport, and a sign that NASCAR remains a strong platform for blue chip brand partners,” said John Probst, NASCAR executive vice president and chief racing development officer. “We are excited to welcome Ram back to the sport. Its identity includes high performance, durability and innovation – characteristics that embody NASCAR and, specifically, the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series.”
Ram 1500 NASCAR Concept
The Ram 1500 concept race truck unveiled today was molded by the Ram design team. The concept resembles a production truck, adopting elements from the Ram Truck Sport lineup (Warlock, Rebel and RHO), but honed with an aerodynamic signature to slip through the air efficiently, yet with enough airflow to cool a race engine that revs over 9,000 rpm. Body lines around the fenders and grille carry a familiar appearance, framing a large Ram logo that separates this truck from the pack.
The one-off body design is covered by a two-tone Gloss Black canvas with Molten Red lower. The Ram design team created an impactful and exciting livery that complements the visual emotion of Ram’s design DNA and highlights Direct Connection and Symbol of Protest logos. Mopar’s Direct Connection aftermarket unit is adding performance options for Ram trucks and earns prominent signage on the concept race truck.
“There will be more details on our NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series program later this year,” added Kuniskis. “We are undoubtedly having fun with this project, and I truly look forward to sharing information on our team and how getting back on track relates to the future of Ram performance.”
In conjunction with the news, the brand showed off its “Ram-Demption” campaign, featuring Kuniskis behind the wheel of Ram’s NASCAR concept truck at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina, with the iconic Goodyear Blimp and jets flying overhead. Different versions of the “Ram-Demption” video include 60-second, 30-second and 15-second spots that will run across NASCAR media and the Ram brand’s social media channels, plus a long-form video running on www.ram.com and on YouTube. “Ram-Demption” was created in partnership with Argonaut agency.
Ram’s racing news is part of a power celebration that includes a popular demand return of the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, as orders open for the engine’s availability in the 2026 Ram 1500.
Ram exited factory support of NASCAR’s CRAFTSMAN Truck Series in 2012 after a 17-year run and focused on launching the new 2013 Ram 1500. Ram’s return is one part of a strategy to build on the greatest variety of sport trucks and off-road enthusiast trucks the brand has ever offered.
Ram boasts a rich history of performance trucks, including the Power Wagon, SRT10 Viper Truck, TRX, RHO, Rumble Bee, Little Red Express and Warlock.
In 2004, a Ram SRT-10, piloted by NASCAR driver Brendan Gaughan, set a Guinness World Record for the world’s fastest production truck with an average speed of 154.587 mph (248.784 km/h) at the Stellantis Proving Grounds in Chelsea, Mich.
Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles; the Ram 1500, 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab and ProMaster vans.
The Ram Light-Duty and Heavy Duty pickups are considerably improved for 2025 and offer new products in the fastest growing segment within the pickup space—Sport Trucks. Ram introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 RHO with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.
In the commercial business, Ram is launching the new 2025 Chassis Cab line with improvements to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.
Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:
- Segment-first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
- Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower
- Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment-exclusive, active-level air suspension
- Ram 1500 RHO: Best off-road performance per dollar
- Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van
- Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road capable full-size pickup
Ram is improving market competitiveness and growth while maintaining pricing power through products, services and electrified offerings. Aligned under the global presence of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle organization, Ram currently offers a wide range of products globally, from the Ram 700 compact pickup to the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab and a range of ProMaster vans.
Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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Ram aims for NASCAR truck series return after 13-year break
Auburn Hills — Ram will compete in NASCAR’s truck racing circuit in 2026, returning after a 13-year hiatus, CEO Tim Kuniskis said. The return to NASCAR’s Craftsman Truck Series is part of a larger push by Kuniskis to juice pickup sales after a dismal stretch for the Stellantis NV brand that saw it lose ground […]
Auburn Hills — Ram will compete in NASCAR’s truck racing circuit in 2026, returning after a 13-year hiatus, CEO Tim Kuniskis said.
The return to NASCAR’s Craftsman Truck Series is part of a larger push by Kuniskis to juice pickup sales after a dismal stretch for the Stellantis NV brand that saw it lose ground to key competitors. In recent days the CEO also said the roaring 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 would soon return to its Ram 1500 lineup after it was dropped for the 2025 model year — and he has promised more announcements to come.
“When we say we’re back, when we say nothing stops Ram, and we bring the Hemi back, when we bring some of the other stuff that we haven’t shown you under those car covers, it makes perfect sense to be back in this space (of NASCAR),” Kuniskis said during a media event at the automaker’s North American headquarters. Ram departed the truck series in 2012 after a 17-year run.
Kuniskis said the racing comeback plan is still in the early stages and Ram doesn’t yet have a team to work with. But the brand has been quietly developing an aerodynamic Ram 1500 race truck with design elements drawn from its sport pickup line.
He acknowledged it’s a big cost and difficult to justify from a return-on-investment perspective. But there are about 20 million NASCAR fans and about half of them drive pickups, Kuniskis said, creating an ideal environment to attract customers. Ram plans to bring something of a party to the races, he said, with a pop-up lounge offering music, drinks and a mechanical bull.
“There will be more details on our NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series program later this year,” the CEO said in a statement. “We are undoubtedly having fun with this project, and I truly look forward to sharing information on our team and how getting back on track relates to the future of Ram performance.”
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NASCAR Race Today: Michigan start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues today (Sunday, June 8) with the Firekeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Sunday’s event marks the 108th Cup Series race hosted at the 2-mile oval, with the inaugural Cup race at the track having been held in 1969, the same year that it opened. Of course, last time […]
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues today (Sunday, June 8) with the Firekeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway.
Sunday’s event marks the 108th Cup Series race hosted at the 2-mile oval, with the inaugural Cup race at the track having been held in 1969, the same year that it opened.
Of course, last time out in the Cup Series, Ryan Blaney was victorious at Nashville, becoming the latest Team Penske driver to lock themselves into the 2025 playoffs.
Blaney beat the likes of Carson Hocevar and Denny Hamlin in Tennessee last weekend, although heading into this week, both of those drivers are big talking points themselves.
Hocevar wrecked Ricky Stenhouse Jr on his way to that second-place finish last time out and has come under a lot of heat for doing so, whilst Hamlin remains on baby watch and could even miss today’s race, despite qualifying third on Saturday.
The 2024 Firekeepers Casino 400 was won by Tyler Reddick for 23XI last August, with William Byron and Ty Gibbs beaten to the victory that day. It will certainly be interesting to see who emerges as the winner this time around.
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NASCAR Cup Series: Michigan start times
The 200-lap NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway starts today, Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 2 pm ET.
Here are the start times converted to your city and time zone.
| City (Time Zone) | Race Start Time |
|---|---|
| New York, NY (ET) | 2:00 PM |
| Charlotte, NC (ET) | 2:00 PM |
| Columbia, SC (ET) | 2:00 PM |
| Charleston, WV (ET) | 2:00 PM |
| Augusta, ME (ET) | 2:00 PM |
| Chicago, IL (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Pierre, SD (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Nashville, TN (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Des Moines, IA (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Montgomery, AL (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Mexico City, MX (CT) | 1:00 PM |
| Denver, CO (MT) | 12:00 PM |
| Salt Lake City, UT (MT) | 12:00 PM |
| Albuquerque, NM (MT) | 12:00 PM |
| El Paso, TX (MT) | 12:00 PM |
| Los Angeles, CA (PT) | 11:00 AM |
| Las Vegas, NV (PT) | 11:00 AM |
| Seattle, WA (PT) | 11:00 AM |
| Portland, OR (PT) | 11:00 AM |
| San Francisco, CA (PT) | 11:00 AM |
| Rio de Janeiro, BR (BRT) | 3:00 PM |
| London, GB (BST) | 7:00 PM |
| Madrid, ES (CEST) | 8:00 PM |
| Sydney, AU (AEST) | 4:00 AM (Monday) |
| Perth, AU (AWST) | 2:00 AM (Monday) |
| Adelaide, AU (ACST) | 3:30 AM (Monday) |
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How to watch NASCAR on TV today
Today’s NASCAR Cup Series action from Michigan International Speedway will be broadcast live on Prime Video in the United States.
Radio coverage of the race will also be available via SiriusXM and MRN.
Broadcast details vary depending on your location. Please check below to see how you can catch the Cup Series action in your country.
| Country | Broadcaster(s) |
|---|---|
| United States | Prime Video |
| United Kingdom | Viaplay Group |
| Australia | Fox Sports Australia |
| Spain | DAZN |
| France | Mediawan (AB Moteurs/Automono) |
| Germany | More Than Sports, Sport1 |
| Belgium | Ziggo Sport |
| Brazil | Bandriantes |
| Canada | TSN, RDS |
| MENA | Abu Dhabi Media |
| Netherlands | Ziggo Sport (Liberty Global) |
| Italy | Mola TV |
| Portugal | Sport TV |
| Singapore | Mola TV |
| Japan | Gaora |
| China | Huya, Bilibili |
| Hong Kong | PCCW |
| Hungary | Network4 |
| Turkey | Saran Media International |
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