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As part of a longer, exclusive interview with RFK Racing's Ryan Preece, Motorsport.com wanted to get his thoughts on the ever-present threat of airborne accidents in NASCAR. Unfortunately, he has some first-hand experience with that, especially with the current generation of car. Preece barrel-rolled in a terrifying accident at Daytona in 2023 in a violent airborne crash that lasted eight ...Keep readingView the full article
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The FIA has revealed “it is not the plan” to change the World Rally Championship Rally1 regulations next year amid the current uncertainty surrounding Hyundai’s involvement beyond 2025. The world motorsport governing body introduced the current Rally1 regulations in 2022 with the aim for the ruleset to run for a traditional five-year homologation cycle. Toyota, Hyundai and Ford via ...Keep readingView the full article
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Rodney Childers' abrupt exit from Spire Motorsports shocked the NASCAR garage and left a vacancy atop the pit box for Justin Haley and the No. 7 Chevrolet. Childers has over 20 years of experience as a crew chief, winning 40 races and the 2014 NASCAR Cup Series championship with Kevin Harvick. But after Stewart-Haas Racing shut down at the end of last season, he found a new home at Spire ... or so ...Keep readingView the full article
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Kyle Larson didn't have the intent of crashing during Indianapolis 500 testing, but hitting the wall Thursday did have a benefit in his view. View the full article
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The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion is attempting to run his second consecutive Indianapolis 500 while also striving to finally complete the rare 'Double' in May. On Wednesday, he clocked in 11th on the time sheets and ran 67 laps without issue However, Thursday's practice has not gone nearly as smooth. Larson was making his first mock qualifying run of the day with boost turned up when the ...Keep readingView the full article
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Check out the 2025 NASCAR Talladega qualifying order for the Jack's Links 500. View the full article
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Adrien Fourmaux is grateful for the support from World Rally Championship competitors through the World Rally Drivers Alliance [WoRDA] that has resulted in a solution to the FIA swearing fine dispute. The Hyundai driver fell foul of the FIA’s clampdown on drivers using “inappropriate language” resulting in a €10,000 fine with €20,000 suspended, after swearing during a live ...Keep readingView the full article
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Rick Allen worked as a play-by-play announcer for NBC between 2015 and 2024, leading coverage for countless NASCAR races and some IndyCar events as well. Before that, he worked with FOX for over a decade in various roles where he was best known for being the voice of the Truck Series. But the highly experienced broadcaster saw his tenure at NBC end quietly last year. Allen was replaced by ...Keep readingView the full article
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Experience "The Great American Race" like never before, with this thrilling behind-the-scenes documentary from NASCAR on FOX featuring the 2025 Daytona 500. View the full article
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Richard Childress Racing has officially lost its appeal of Jesse Love’s Rockingham disqualification. The National Motorsports Appeals Panel agreed with NASCAR's decision following last Saturday's race. Initially, Love thought he had won the first Xfinity race at Rockingham in 21 years by snatching the lead away in an overtime restart. He drove from third to first in his first win at a ...Keep readingView the full article
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There is no place quite like Talladega Superspeedway. At 2.66-miles in length, it is the biggest oval in NASCAR. The high-banked Alabama circuit has been a part of the Cup Series schedule since 1969, packing the grandstands nearly every year and drawing in above-average viewership numbers. While beloved by fans, Talladega is dreaded by most drivers, and for good reason. It is the most ...Keep readingView the full article
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Going into the 2025 season, Spire Motorsports sought to bolster its organization. It brought in two new drivers and hired a championship-winning crew chief while strengthening its existing technical alliance with Hendrick Motorsports. There have been flashes of speed from all three cars including Carson Hocevar's runner-up finish at Atlanta, but after just nine races, that championship-winning ...Keep readingView the full article
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NASCAR is adding a surprise twist to the 2025 All-Star Race. Find out how North Wilkesboro could be more exciting than ever. View the full article
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One of NASCAR's favorite traditions is completely changing how the series operates its All-Star Race. 2025 is no different, adding several new elements to the annual exhibition race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. While several aspects remain the same, there are some notable changes. The 'Promoter's Caution'' and the Manufacturer Showdown' are the most notable changes to the event Both will be ...Keep readingView the full article
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Will Kurt Busch's "volatile" reputation prevent him from being a first-ballot NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee? View the full article
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With 4.26 million subscribers on YouTube and multiple videos exceeding ten million views, Cleetus McFarland's presence in NASCAR can only be a good thing for the sport. His ARCA debut at Daytona brought new eyeballs and his in-car camera was streamed live on YouTube. Cleetus' infectious personality and animated interview at the infield care center after being wrecked out of the race only gained ...Keep readingView the full article
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British Rally Championship winner and M-Sport founder Malcolm Wilson has been nominated by FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem as his preferred candidate to succeed Robert Reid as the governing body’s deputy president for sport. Members will vote on this at the extraordinary general assemblies and conference in Macau in June. Reid resigned from the role earlier this month, citing a ...Keep readingView the full article
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NASCAR's weekly penalty report was a short one this week. There were no issues following the NASCAR Truck and NASCAR Xfinity Series races in the sport's highly anticipated return to Rockingham. The only issue occurred on Saturday following the Xfinity race as Jesse Love was disqualified when his No. 2 Chevrolet failed post-race inspection. He was stripped of the race win, allowing Sammy Smith ...Keep readingView the full article
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Dr. Jerry Petty, an esteemed neurosurgeon who treated NASCAR drivers across five decades, has passed away at the age of 90. Among his many achievements, Petty was a founding member of the Carolina NeuroSurgery and Spine Associates (CNSA). In reaction to his passing, the CNSA posted: "It is with heavy hearts that we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Jerry Petty — a founding partner of CNSA ...Keep readingView the full article
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Our latest adventure began in the southern part of the Cohutta Wilderness, at one of the most beautiful lakes in North Georgia—Lake Conasauga. The perfect place to start our next adventure overlanding the ocoee wilderness. This stunning spot served as the perfect meeting point for our Jeep crew. This time, our team included Stewart Jefferies in a white Gladiator on 35s, Michael Goode in a red JKU on 35s, and Chaz Parks in a white Gladiator on 40s. Our mission? To conduct a shakedown on the Road Rash Jeep after installing numerous overlanding upgrades. And what better way to test them than by tackling one of our favorite routes, the Big Frog Loop, for the third time? Every time we take on this loop, we uncover new territories and challenges, making each journey unique. Setting Off from Lake Conasauga With our crew assembled, we headed northwest on the Big Frog Loop toward the Tennessee border. Our first stop was a spot I found on Gaia Maps called Conasauga Snorkeling Hole. The name intrigued me, and I wanted to scout the area for a potential family day trip. The site did not disappoint. The snorkeling hole was stunning, surrounded by pristine nature, and exactly what I had hoped to find. I will definitely return to explore this area further on foot. Overlanding The Ocoee Wilderness Traditionally, the Big Frog Loop continues northeast as soon as you cross into Tennessee. However, we decided to take on a new challenge and head further west into the Ocoee Wilderness, a region none of us had explored before. What we found was truly special. The Ocoee Wilderness is relatively untraveled, with road closures at every turn pushing us deeper into the overgrown wilderness. The raw beauty of the landscape was complemented by sightings of wildlife in their natural habitat, including a family of black bears playing on a hillside. Witnessing such extraordinary scenes was humbling and added a unique touch to our adventure. Overcoming Challenges and Setting Up Camp Navigating our way out of the Ocoee Wilderness took longer than anticipated, but as the sun set, we finally made it to our campsite. With just enough light left, we set up camp and tested the new upgrades on the Road Rash Jeep. This included our new rooftop tent by Naturnest, a tankless hot water system by Camplux, an overlanding refrigerator by Setpower, and a 2000-watt power bank system by Generac. Setting up the outdoor living space was a breeze with the 270-degree awning by Naturnest. After popping up the tent, I indulged in a hot shower, a luxury I never thought possible at a dispersed campsite. The feeling of warm water after a long day of off-roading was simply unbeatable. A Night of Stories and Camaraderie As the evening settled in, Michael treated us to some delicious pork butt on the grill. We spent the rest of the night around the campfire, sharing off-roading stories and reminiscing about past adventures. The camaraderie, the tales, and the laughter made for a perfect end to a challenging yet rewarding day. Here is a list of gear upgrades we were testing on this trip: Setpower 47qt Refrigerator Camplux Tankless Hot Water Generac GB2000 Powerbank Naturnest Roof Top Tent Naturnest 270 Awning The post Overlanding The Ocoee Wilderness appeared first on Road Rash Off Road. View the full article
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Our latest adventure began in the southern part of the Cohutta Wilderness, at one of the most beautiful lakes in North Georgia—Lake Conasauga. The perfect place to start our next adventure overlanding the ocoee wilderness. This stunning spot served as the perfect meeting point for our Jeep crew. This time, our team included Stewart Jefferies in a white Gladiator on 35s, Michael Goode in a red JKU on 35s, and Chaz Parks in a white Gladiator on 40s. Our mission? To conduct a shakedown on the Road Rash Jeep after installing numerous overlanding upgrades. And what better way to test them than by tackling one of our favorite routes, the Big Frog Loop, for the third time? Every time we take on this loop, we uncover new territories and challenges, making each journey unique. Setting Off from Lake Conasauga With our crew assembled, we headed northwest on the Big Frog Loop toward the Tennessee border. Our first stop was a spot I found on Gaia Maps called Conasauga Snorkeling Hole. The name intrigued me, and I wanted to scout the area for a potential family day trip. The site did not disappoint. The snorkeling hole was stunning, surrounded by pristine nature, and exactly what I had hoped to find. I will definitely return to explore this area further on foot. Overlanding The Ocoee Wilderness Traditionally, the Big Frog Loop continues northeast as soon as you cross into Tennessee. However, we decided to take on a new challenge and head further west into the Ocoee Wilderness, a region none of us had explored before. What we found was truly special. The Ocoee Wilderness is relatively untraveled, with road closures at every turn pushing us deeper into the overgrown wilderness. The raw beauty of the landscape was complemented by sightings of wildlife in their natural habitat, including a family of black bears playing on a hillside. Witnessing such extraordinary scenes was humbling and added a unique touch to our adventure. Overcoming Challenges and Setting Up Camp Navigating our way out of the Ocoee Wilderness took longer than anticipated, but as the sun set, we finally made it to our campsite. With just enough light left, we set up camp and tested the new upgrades on the Road Rash Jeep. This included our new rooftop tent by Naturnest, a tankless hot water system by Camplux, an overlanding refrigerator by Setpower, and a 2000-watt power bank system by Generac. Setting up the outdoor living space was a breeze with the 270-degree awning by Naturnest. After popping up the tent, I indulged in a hot shower, a luxury I never thought possible at a dispersed campsite. The feeling of warm water after a long day of off-roading was simply unbeatable. A Night of Stories and Camaraderie As the evening settled in, Michael treated us to some delicious pork butt on the grill. We spent the rest of the night around the campfire, sharing off-roading stories and reminiscing about past adventures. The camaraderie, the tales, and the laughter made for a perfect end to a challenging yet rewarding day. Here is a list of gear upgrades we were testing on this trip: Setpower 47qt Refrigerator Camplux Tankless Hot Water Generac GB2000 Powerbank Naturnest Roof Top Tent Naturnest 270 Awning The post Overlanding The Ocoee Wilderness appeared first on Road Rash Off Road. View the full article
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Major League Baseball has played at the “Field of Dreams" movie site, and now it's time for baseball at a NASCAR track. View the full article
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NASCAR released its full list of nominees, but the decision regarding who gets to be part of the 2026 Hall of Fame class has yet to be decided. And although I am not part of the voting panel in May, this Motorsport.com writer thought it would be interesting to share my thoughts on who should get the nod. The Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 featured racers Carl Edwards and Ricky Rudd from its ...Keep readingView the full article
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In this polarizing age we all live in, social media can be a treacherous place. Unfortunately, Katherine Legge is experiencing that first-hand following her recent NASCAR outings. In a recent episode of her podcast, Throttle Therapy, Legge got candid about the Rockingham race weekend. Legge was involved in an early-race incident when William Sawalich spun her out, damaging Kasey Kahne's car in ...Keep readingView the full article
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Stage-end interviews will return at this week's Rally Islas Canarias after the World Rally Drivers Alliance (WoRDA) and the FIA reached an agreement over penalties for swearing during an event. World Rally Championship drivers opted to remain silent or speak in their mother tongue during stage-end interviews at Safari Rally Kenya last month after Hyundai driver Adrien Fourmaux became the first ...Keep readingView the full article
