Bubba Wallace’s job driving for Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan took an unexpected turn when Hamlin pushed him into the wall in a last-lap bid for the win at Kansas Speedway. The incident raised eyebrows and left Wallace facing a difficult week.
Carson Hocevar’s quick rise in the NASCAR Cup Series has been defined by runner-up finishes, daring maneuvers, and comparisons to Dale Earnhardt. Yet in reflecting on a challenging phase, he admits he struggled to maintain the balance he needed to thrive both on and off the track.
Carson Hocevar has quickly become a name to watch in the NASCAR Cup Series. His unapologetic driving style, runner-up finishes, and comparisons to Dale Earnhardt have turned eyes in his direction, despite the challenges he admits to facing in balancing his racing career.
Despite Toyota’s commanding performance in the Round of 16, Jeff Gordon maintains that Hendrick Motorsports still has a shot at NASCAR playoff glory. Three Joe Gibbs Racing drivers have dominated thus far, but Gordon sees the determination and grit he believes can carry Hendrick to a championship.
Rajah Caruth’s second outing with Hendrick Motorsports in the Xfinity Series left him feeling he could have done better. Despite this, the NASCAR hopeful remains thankful for the chance to prove himself on a larger stage.
Corey LaJoie’s seven-year NASCAR Cup Series run ended in 2024 when Spire Motorsports released him prematurely. With no clear path back to a major seat, he’s now weighing what the future holds beyond professional racing.
Chase Elliott faced a pivotal moment during the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. His choice to restart in the top lane in Stage 2 proved to be a strategic misstep he immediately regretted, illustrating how one decision can shape an entire evening on the racetrack.
NASCAR has been searching for a solution to bolster excitement on its short tracks. Its latest test at the Bristol Night Race featured a new, softer right-side tire from Goodyear, leading to both intense tire wear and promising feedback. Brad Moran’s response highlights growing optimism that this innovation could reshape short-track racing.
For the second consecutive week, Josh Berry was taken out in the opening laps of a playoff race. This time, Chase Elliott spun him at Gateway—and later issued an apology.
Denny Hamlin and Joe Gibbs Racing part ways with longtime crew chief Chris Gabehart as he steps into a new director role. Many see this as a gamble, but Gabehart insists it’s a secure move for the future of the No. 11 team.
