Two NASCAR Cup races get rare sponsor switch for 2025
Though some of the dates have been reshuffled, both Dover Motor Speedway and Texas Motor Speedway are still on the regular season schedule during the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. But the title sponsors of those two races have swapped places for the 2025 season. In 2023 and 2024, the race at the four-turn, 1-mile […]
Though some of the dates have been reshuffled, both Dover Motor Speedway and Texas Motor Speedway are still on the regular season schedule during the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. But the title sponsors of those two races have swapped places for the 2025 season.
In 2023 and 2024, the race at the four-turn, 1-mile (1.609-kilometer) high-banked Dover, Delaware oval was known as the Wurth 400. Wurth is a worldwide wholesaler of fasteners, screws, and screw accessories.
From 2020 to 2022, the points race at the four-turn, 1.5-mile (2.414-kilometer) Fort Worth, Texas oval had been known as the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 500, and it was known as the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 in 2023 and 2024 when the race’s distance was reduced.
AutoTrader is an American online marketplace for car buyers and sellers, and EchoPark Automotive serves a similar purpose for pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs.
But in 2025, those sponsors have swapped places.
Dover’s race is now known as the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400, and Texas’ race is now known as the Wurth 400 presented by Liqui Moly.
Dover’s race, which is set to mark the continuation of the longstanding partnership between the two car sales companies, has been moved until later in the season, as it is scheduled to be race number four of the five-race in-season tournament on TNT Sports this summer. It is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 20 after it took place in late April last year.
As for Texas, its race is scheduled to take place this weekend after taking place in mid-April last year, and that race is set to be broadcast live on Fox Sports 1 (FS1).
Both tracks used to host two points races per season, but neither has hosted more than one since 2020, when Dover hosted a regular season doubleheader and Texas hosted a race in both the regular season and the playoffs.
Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny Hamlin is the reigning winner at Dover. Hendrick Motorsports’ Chase Elliott is the reigning winner at Texas, and aside from his preseason Cook Out Clash victory at Bowman Gray Stadium in February, he hasn’t won since.
Sunday’s Wurth 400 presented by Liqui Moly is set to be shown live on Fox Sports 1 from Texas Motor Speedway starting at 3:30 p.m. ET. If you have not yet had a chance to do so, start a free trial of FuboTV now and don’t miss any of the action from the Lone Star State!
Nico Rosberg backs Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari claims: “Not driveable”
Former Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg has backed Lewis Hamilton’s claims that the Ferrari SF25 is “not driveable.” The seven-time champion had a frustrating first day of practice ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, confirmed through his radio messages to his race engineer, Riccardo Adami. Rosberg was trackside at the time as part of the […]
Former Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg has backed Lewis Hamilton’s claims that the Ferrari SF25 is “not driveable.”
The seven-time champion had a frustrating first day of practice ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, confirmed through his radio messages to his race engineer, Riccardo Adami.
Rosberg was trackside at the time as part of the Sky Sports F1 broadcast. The 2016 champion, who was in position to observe the cars’ behaviours up close on track, shared ahead of the third practice session on Saturday:
“I was out there trackside watching Lewis and Charles, and I can confirm that the Ferrari is not driveable. It had more understeer than the others, and more snap oversteer. There was a bit more of everything going on.
“But they’re still in the hunt because, apparently, even with the balance problems the car is still relatively fast, especially on the long runs.”
Ferrari team chief Fred Vasseur acknowledged the British driver’s frustration while speaking to Sky Sports F1 following Friday’s sessions. He explained:
“I think we had a very good pace this morning, we struggled a bit more in the afternoon. We had a decent lap with Charles before the mistake at Turn Seven, it was an advance on P1. But the target is to put a lap together, not to do some good corners.
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“Then we struggled a bit more at the beginning of each of the long stints. I think it was true for us but true for a couple of other cars. The track was very dirty with a lot of marbles. Overall, it was a long day and we collected also good information. It was the first time we were running the new front wing, and we’ll have a lot of work tonight.”
He added:
“The comments [from Hamilton] were a bit extreme on the radio today but he did also a strong last stint with the soft [tyre], in the lap time of the first two. It means that perhaps the car was not as horrible as he said on the radio. But again, for me, the comments that they are making in the car are not a drama, as long as they are back and we have a constructive debriefing.”
Rosberg questioned Vasseur on the difficulty of the SF25. The Ferrari chief confirmed:
“It’s not a secret that we are struggling a little bit with the balance of the car. We have to improve on this, but as long as we are able to correct it and to have a good race, then fine. But it was the case the last couple of weekends.
“We have to improve on one lap, but I think it’s more tyre management and to put the tyres in the right window at the beginning of the lap, than something else. The balance is not perfect, it’s true. But it’s true for us, I also think it’s true for the others.”
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Rajah Caruth wins NASCAR Truck race at Nashville in tense finish
Rajah Caruth has earned his first victory of the 2025 season and just the second of his career, fending off both Corey Heim and Layne Riggs in the closing laps at Nashville. Driving the No. 71 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet, Caruth grabbed the lead on pit road at the end of the second stage. The driver […]
Rajah Caruth has earned his first victory of the 2025 season and just the second of his career, fending off both Corey Heim and Layne Riggs in the closing laps at Nashville.
Driving the No. 71 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet, Caruth grabbed the lead on pit road at the end of the second stage. The driver made the most of what his pit crew did for him, never surrendering the race lead.
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“I didn’t expect that at all,” said Caruth. “Those guys were breathing down my neck the whole run. My pit crew won that race — Jarius, Zico, Dawson, Josh, Cody — they won that race for us. Thanks to them, thanks to everyone at HendrickCars.com, the men and women at Spire Motorsports. We’ve been off this year but good to get a dub tonight, man. I’m out of breath.”
Heim is the winningest driver of the 2025 season with four wins in the first 11 races, including last weekend’s event at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Speaking on the runner-up finish at Nashville, he said, “I feel like clean air was the thing (we needed) tonight. With the third stage being so straightforward, and the lack of strategy going green there, it was tough to come back from not having the lead. I slid through my box in the last stop and didn’t do my guys any favors. Just something to reflect on — on my part.
“But big congrats to Rajah. He did an awesome job managing from the lead and I was really free behind him and he made pretty much the right choice every time as for where I was gonna go. It’s nice racing against people that aren’t going to wreck you, racing for the race lead.”
Layne Riggs finished a close third with Daniel Hemric fourth and Corey Day fifth. Kaden Honeycutt, Chandler Smith, Ty Majeski, Bayley Currey, and Grant Enfinger filled out the remainder of the top ten.
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Kyle Busch, who had to fight back from a penalty for a restart violation, finished 15th.
The race itself got off to a slow start after Frankie Muniz’s #33 truck dumped oil all over the track, with Muniz forced to pull out of the race without completing a single lap under speed. The only on-track accident occurred on Lap 55 when Jack Wood and Akinori Ogata spun.
Riggs went on to win the opening stage while Heim claimed the Stage 2 win, adding another playoff point to his impressive total.
While Caruth never lost the lead in the final 47-lap run, Heim certainly came close as he got to the outside of him with just six laps to go. Caruth ran him high and Heim chose to lift. From that point onward, he had his hands full with Riggs in the battle for second and never got back alongside Caruth.
Alex Bowman Reigns Supreme: $10M Net Worth and Hendrick Motorsports Salary Duel
Buckle up, race fans! The roaring engines, the smell of burning rubber, and the thrill of victory are all synonymous with NASCAR, and one driver who embodies this adrenaline-fueled world is none other than Alex Bowman. Hailing from Tucson, Arizona, Bowman has carved out a name for himself in the NASCAR Cup Series through his […]
Buckle up, race fans! The roaring engines, the smell of burning rubber, and the thrill of victory are all synonymous with NASCAR, and one driver who embodies this adrenaline-fueled world is none other than Alex Bowman.
Hailing from Tucson, Arizona, Bowman has carved out a name for himself in the NASCAR Cup Series through his sheer determination and unwavering focus on the track. Quiet but deadly, he lets his driving do the talking, consistently delivering top-notch performances that have solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with.
As we delve into the high-octane world of Alex Bowman, one cannot ignore the burning question on everyone’s minds – what is his net worth in 2025? Well, hold onto your seats because the estimations place his wealth at a staggering $10 million, a testament to his success both on and off the track.
Behind the wheel of the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, Bowman is not just a driver; he is a symbol of excellence. His three-year contract extension signed in 2023 secures his place with the team until the end of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season, showcasing the trust and confidence the organization has in his abilities.
While the exact figures of his contract remain undisclosed, sources suggest that Bowman rakes in an estimated annual salary of $3.5 million, placing him among the elite top earners in NASCAR. This figure is further boosted by performance bonuses and lucrative endorsement deals with industry giants like Ally Financial, LLumar, Axalta, and Valvoline.
Delving into his illustrious racing career, Bowman’s journey from humble beginnings in Arizona to becoming a powerhouse at Hendrick Motorsports is nothing short of inspiring. With multiple wins, playoff appearances, and a knack for clutch performances, he has cemented his status as a formidable contender in the NASCAR arena.
Off the track, Bowman’s brand sponsorships paint a picture of a driver at the top of his game. Ally Financial’s unwavering support, alongside partnerships with renowned companies like Axalta Coating Systems, Valvoline, and NAPA Auto Parts, showcase his influence in the racing world.
When he’s not burning rubber on the racetrack, Bowman retreats to his lavish $1.7 million mansion in Concord, North Carolina, where he enjoys the fruits of his labor in comfort and style. A true car aficionado, his impressive collection includes a lineup of high-performance vehicles that mirror his need for speed and precision driving.
From his early days racing late models in Arizona to becoming a stalwart at Hendrick Motorsports, Alex Bowman’s journey is a testament to hard work, passion, and an unyielding drive for success. As he continues to leave his mark on the NASCAR world, one thing is for sure – the only direction for Bowman is straight to the top of the podium.
Purdue Motorsports and Dallara to formalize partnership | News
SPEEDWAY – Purdue University and Dallara came together to celebrate the start of a partnership that will connect Purdue motorsports engineering students to the prominent industry leader in the heart of the world’s racing capital. Dallara and Purdue leaders, including Dallara President Giampaolo Dallara, who founded the company in 1972, praised the collaboration during a […]
SPEEDWAY – Purdue University and Dallara came together to celebrate the start of a partnership that will connect Purdue motorsports engineering students to the prominent industry leader in the heart of the world’s racing capital.
Dallara and Purdue leaders, including Dallara President Giampaolo Dallara, who founded the company in 1972, praised the collaboration during a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 24 at the Dallara Experience Hub on Main Street in Speedway. The partnership pairs Purdue’s unique motorsports engineering program — the only undergraduate, ABET-accredited such program in the country — and Dallara, the largest multinational Italian race car manufacturer, inside Dallara’s U.S. headquarters, just one mile from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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The NASCAR Cup Series race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway begins with practice and qualifying on May 31 for the Cracker Barrel 400. The concrete surface and unique corners provide a challenge for the Cup Series field in what will be the fifth annual race at the track. Keep an eye on Coca-Cola 600 winner and […]
The NASCAR Cup Series race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway begins with practice and qualifying on May 31 for the Cracker Barrel 400.
The concrete surface and unique corners provide a challenge for the Cup Series field in what will be the fifth annual race at the track.
Keep an eye on Coca-Cola 600 winner and former Nashville race winner Ross Chastain, who has five top-10 finishes in his last seven Cup points races including last week’s victory.
Here is what you need to know about NASCAR Cup qualifying at Nashville.
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Qualifying time: 4:40 p.m. CT Saturday (Practice begins at 3:30 p.m. CT)
TV: Amazon Prime Video (streaming) (Watch Amazon Prime with a free trial) | Radio: SiriusXM and MRN
Streaming: Amazon Prime Video; NASCAR.com and SiriusXM for audio (subscription required)
Track: Nashville Superspeedway (1.33-mile oval) in Lebanon, Tennessee
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Cracker Barrel has roots in Middle Tennessee that will be showcased with the NASCAR Nashville race. Cracker Barrel has roots in Middle Tennessee, and it will be on full display during the NASCAR race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway. NASCAR’s best drivers from all three national series will be running races at the 1.33-mile oval, highlighted […]
Cracker Barrel has roots in Middle Tennessee that will be showcased with the NASCAR Nashville race.
Cracker Barrel has roots in Middle Tennessee, and it will be on full display during the NASCAR race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway.
NASCAR’s best drivers from all three national series will be running races at the 1.33-mile oval, highlighted by the Cracker Barrel 400 at 6 p.m. CT on June 1.
Cracker Barrel got its start in Middle Tennessee, actually in the same town that will be hosting NASCAR racing.
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Cracker Barrel first opened on Sept. 19, 1969 in Lebanon, Tennessee, as found on the store’s history page.
Dan W. Evins opened the first “Old Country Store” and made everything from scratch, including the famous corn bread.
In just eight years, Evins saw the success of Cracker Barrel and worked with investors, mostly local friends and other associates, and expanded with 13 stores from Kentucky to Georgia in 1977.
A big step in the company’s growth was becoming publicly traded, which helped the company blossom through the 1980s and 1990s, finally reaching a $1 billion in market value in 1992.
According to the store’s website, there are nearly 660 locations in 44 states across the country.
Now, Cracker Barrel’s location in Lebanon, the original store from 1969, is just 17 miles from Nashville Superspeedway, approximately a 20-minute drive, and has signed a multi-year deal to be the race’s title sponsor.
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Fifty-one Cracker Barrel stores are located in Tennessee. Cracker Barrel is headquartered on a 98-acre campus in Lebanon.
“Over 55 years ago, we opened our doors in Lebanon, and this partnership with Nashville Superspeedway feels like a homecoming,” Cracker Barrel chief marketing officer Sarah Moore said in a release. “Middle Tennessee is foundational to our beginnings — country hospitality, hard work and a commitment to putting people at the heart of everything we do. The Cracker Barrel 400 lets us share that with NASCAR’s global audience while honoring the community where it all began.”
This is not Cracker Barrel’s first time to sponsor a NASCAR Cup Race. The Cracker Barrel 500 was run as the fourth Cup Series race of the season at Atlanta Motor Speedway from 1999-2001.
Joey Logano won last year’s race at Nashville Superspeedway.
When is 2025 NASCAR Nashville race?
The 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 is set for 6 p.m. CT on June 1 at Nashville Superspeedway.
NASCAR Nashville race streaming, Amazon Prime
The NASCAR Nashville race is streaming on Amazon Prime with Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte in the broadcast booth.
If you are subscribed to Amazon Prime, you have access to Prime Video’s NASCAR broadcasts. If you are not yet subscribed to Amazon Prime Video, you can do so here with a 30-day free trial that will cover the remainder of the broadcast partner’s schedule.
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