Tony Stewart bashed Colin Kaepernick on Twitter. It did not go well.

It might be a while before Tony Stewart logs on to Twitter again.

The future has arrived for NASCAR, and it looks pretty good

When Kyle Larson won at Michigan, it launched a youth movement that is taking hold in NASCAR.

NBC to NASCAR fans: We feel your pain about channel switches, rainouts

NBC drove NASCAR fans crazy with its coverage of recent races. The network explains the decisions it made at Bristol and during the Olympics.

Kyle Larson emotional after first Cup win, ready for run at title

Kyle Larson finally earned his first Sprint Cup win, one that locks him into the Chase field.

Chase Elliott finds disappointment, lessons in finishing second at Michigan

Chase Elliott settles for another runner-up finish at Michigan.

Sprint Cup results at Michigan: Kyle Larson gets first win, Chase berth

In his 99th career start, Kyle Larson is finally in victory lane in the Sprint Cup Series.

Darlington: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Bojangles' Southern 500

Schedule and start times for the Sprint Cup and Xfinity races at Darlington and the Camping World Trucks race at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. Carl Edwards is the defending champion of the Sprint Cup race.

Kyle Larson, welcome to the Chase: Michigan victory seals postseason berth

Kyle Larson outruns Chase Elliott to win his first Sprint Cup race and earn his place in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Sprint Cup finds itself racing against rain threat late at Michigan

Another wet finish?

Halfway through Sprint Cup race at Michigan, loose, tight, position fights

Joey Logano dominates early but Michigan turns into a slugging match by 100 laps.

Kyle Busch spins out, avoids wrecking car in early Michigan mishap

Kyle Busch has early trouble in the Pure Michigan 400.

Chase hopeful Chris Buescher battling early Michigan setback

Chris Buescher was battling an early engine issue at Michigan in his bid to stay in the top 30 in the standings.

Brett Moffitt, Michael McDowell wins add drama to NASCAR weekend

Michael McDowell and Brett Moffitt add dramatic wins to NASCAR's race weekend

Starting lineup at Michigan: Joey Logano tops 201 mph to take pole position

Joey Logano continued his top runs at Michigan and will lead the field to green Sunday.

Rain questions at Michigan include track conditions; green means slide

NASCAR's bad luck with weather remains in drivers' thoughts ahead of another Sunday race.

Drivers found early speed at Michigan, so what will that mean on Sunday?

Kyle Larson, Austin Dillon and Chase Elliott have fast cars for a race in which speed is plentiful. Speed is expected; victory for some is critical as the Chase for the Sprint Cup nears.

Denny Hamlin's spin at Michigan reminds of risks of high speeds, little grip

Saturday's practice shows cars will be fast in Sunday's Sprint Cup race, on a track that could be

Xfinity Series starting lineup: Road specialist Alex Tagliani leads field

With Sprint Cup drivers in Michigan, several new faces are in the lineup at Wisconsin's Road America.

Easy rider Alex Bowman discusses Dale Earnhardt Jr., Hendrick fill-in role

Back in competition at Michigan, Alex Bowman sounds confident in his replacement assignment.

Tony Stewart to fight ruling that insurance doesn't cover fatal-crash claims

Tony Stewart will reportedly appeal a court ruling that leaves him liable for any legal expenses or settlements that may result from a civil lawsuit.

Brad Keselowski drives replica of 1901 Henry Ford car at Michigan

Brad Keselowski got behind the wheel of Henry Ford's 1901 "Sweepstakes" car that helped launch the Ford Motor Co.

Lower downforce means higher speeds at Michigan, topping 200 mph

Kyle Larson flies through a practice lap as cars run with smaller spoilers, producing less drag. But oh, how the corners will be tricky.

Alex Bowman rides again: Michigan shouldn't be his last race for Hendrick

With Dale Earnhardt Jr. out two more races, and with Hendrick Motorsports short on development drivers, Alex Bowman has earned his chance to impress.

Young drivers' mission at Michigan? Like Elliott, stay in the Chase picture

Kyle Larson needs a strong finish to make the 16-driver championship field. Chase Elliott wants to win his first race. There's plenty at stake for young drivers this week, NBC's Dale Jarrett says.

Sprint Cup's channel surfing should be over, if peacocks allow

So long, CBNC; hello, NBC and NBCSN for the remainder of the season.

Kasey Kahne's future depends on Kasey Kahne's success, and nothing else

It's been two years since Kasey Kahne has won a Sprint Cup race, and even he knows his time is running out at Hendrick Motorsports.

Three races to go before Chase, all eyes on Michigan's second aero test

Sunday's race will be the third test of a reduction in downforce that NASCAR wants to used in 2017. Here are the drivers who will put the changes to the test.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. to remain sidelined at Michigan, Darlington

Alex Bowman and Jeff Gordon will drive the next two races for Dale Earnhardt Jr.

NASCAR unveils series of kid-friendly initiatives to educate, entertain fans

Among the announcements: Kids 12 and under will get in free to Xfinity and Truck series races in 2017.

Kyle Busch hit hardest in latest NASCAR penalties; blame laser inspections

Five Sprint Cup drivers receive warnings after their cars ran afoul of inspections at Bristol.

Who is Alex Bowman? Dale Earnhardt Jr. fill-in is no raw newcomer

Alex Bowman, 23, replaced NASCAR's most popular driver in the Hendrick Motorsports' No. 88 at New Hampshire and might be called to action again.

All eyes on Dale Earnhardt Jr., awaiting word on when he will drive next

Doctors got a look at Junior on Wednesday and will decide if he is healthy enough to return to his No. 88 car this weekend at Michigan.

In-car audio from Bristol: Expletives fly during Bass Pro Shops NRA race

Don't think the drivers' tempers tapered off like the rain on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Greg Biffle teams with Hooters for special throwback paint scheme

Greg Biffle will race a special Hooters paint scheme during the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, and it's for two good causes.

It's Bristol, baby: Everyone weathers the storm

There weren't nearly as many people Sunday at Bristol as there were Saturday, but fans were there and they were ready for a race.

Michigan: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Pure Michigan 400

Schedule and start times for the Sprint Cup and Camping World Trucks races at Michigan and the Xfinity race at Road America. Matt Kenseth is the defending champion of the Sprint Cup race.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. caps emotional week with career finish at Bristol

For the past two weeks, Ricky Stenhouse has mourned and honored his close friend and fellow racer Bryan Clauson, who died Aug. 7 from injuries suffered in a sprint-car crash in Belleville, Kan.

Jeff Gordon escapes disaster, finishes best race in Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s car

Jeff Gordon finished at Bristol exactly where he started.

Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick brew up some tasty burnouts after Bristol win

Kevin Harvick won at Bristol, and then invited teammate and boss Tony Stewart to participate in a special tribute.

Major crash hampers Chase hopes of Kyle Larson, Ryan Blaney at Bristol

A multicar pileup offered a further setback to the Chase for the Sprint Cup hopes of Kyle Larson and Ryan Blaney while Chris Buescher made up major ground.

Kevin Harvick wins long, wacky race at Bristol

Kevin Harvick endured two days of bad weather and several long delays to finally take the checkered flag at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Kyle Busch watches dominating day at Bristol end with parts failure, crash

Kyle Busch was dominant at Bristol. Then it all went wrong.

Kyle Busch dominates early in rain-delayed Bristol race despite headache

Kyle Busch reportedly asked his team for a headache powder while running among the leaders at Bristol.

Tony Stewart's evening at Bristol goes wrong with shaking car

Tony Stewart loses dozens of laps at Bristol with a wheel problem, and he's not one bit happy.

Bristol night race finally gets under way; full 500 laps appear possible

Saturday night's postponement and a long, wet wait on Sunday came to an end about 4:30 p.m. ET.

Bristol race postponement brings rain of TV coverage questions

CNBC gets the Sunday duty for Sprint Cup's race, while fans scramble to find it on their channel offerings and grouse about the swirl of changes.

Mother Nature continues to haunt NASCAR, Bristol

Rain continues to play havoc with the Sprint Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway, which is postponed again Sunday.

When Bristol race resumes, Kyle Busch will start at head of field

NASCAR got 48 lap done before Saturday's postponement, but its restart at Thunder Valley was in jeopardy as rain continued.

Bristol update: With rain's end near, getting ready for night race after all

A day's delay by persistent rain leaves NASCAR fans and drivers turning to social media to let off steam. A night race is likely once Sprint Cup can restart.

NASCAR's wet 2016 continues at Bristol; damp if you do, damp it you don't

Week after week, Sprint Cup and other national series find weather problems making life miserable. Delays and postponements are too frequent.

Bristol race rained out, postponed until Sunday

If weather permits, Sprint Cup's race in Thunder Valley will begin about 1 ET Sunday. Key word: if.

Bristol, fans honor Tony Stewart with tribute on Lap 14

Tony Stewart was honored by fans at Bristol on Saturday night.

Bristol race sees second red flag for rain

The track had just been dried, but then there was thunder.

Rick Hendrick sees more than driving talent in young William Byron

William Byron has showcased his talent in the Truck Series this season, but Hendrick likes what he sees off the track as well.

Rick Hendrick says Dale Earnhardt Jr. 'looks great,' Jeff Gordon out for Michigan

Rick Hendrick is patiently waiting on Dale Earnhardt Jr. to return, but isn't sitting idly by waiting on team to improve.

Justin Allgaier to drive for Michael Annett at Bristol on Saturday night

Michael Annett will not race at Bristol tonight.

Bristol starting lineup: Carl Edwards to start from pole position

Carl Edwards won at Bristol in April; he came back in August with a top qualifying effort.

Rain falls at Bristol ahead of night race, adding questions about track

A Saturday downpour only adds to questions ahead of the night's Sprint Cup race.

Sprint Cup drivers don't know what to expect in Bristol's Saturday night race

Carl Edwards says that he likes the challenge of a changing track. Expect in-race adjustments and high speeds in the low groove — if it works.

Kyle Busch calls Brad Keselowski a 'dirty racer' after Bristol crash

Short-track racing always brings out the hottest tempers from NASCAR's finest.

Jeff Gordon will not drive for Dale Earnhardt Jr. at Michigan, even if needed

Jeff Gordon told NBC and ESPN that he will not drive at Michigan International Speedway next weekend, even if Dale Earnhardt Jr. is unable to do so.

Starting lineup: Erik Jones leads Joe Gibbs Racing contingent in Xfinity qualifying

Erik Jones continued his stellar run in the Xfinity Series, taking the pole position for tonight's race.

Rain delays Bristol qualifying, adds questions about track surface

Nearly 90 minutes are lost to showers ahead of Friday's qualifying sessions.

Drivers could see 'old-school Bristol' racing, NBC's Jeff Burton says

NASCAR drivers expect the unexpected at Bristol this weekend.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Kyle Larson honoring late Bryan Clauson at Bristol

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Larson showcased their helmets honoring the late Bryan Clauson on Friday at Bristol.

Jimmie Johnson enjoyed the off week – now he's looking for strong closing run

Jimmie Johnson has a history of getting hot at the right time - can he do it again this season?

Kyle Busch leads both Cup practices Friday at Bristol

Kyle Busch is continuing to show his strength at Bristol.

Matt Tifft updates recovery, racing plans after brain surgery

Matt Tifft will be back in a racecar this weekend.

Drivers vying to get into their first Chase face different scenarios at Bristol

Bristol offers differing challenges for drivers trying to make the Chase.

Bristol: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Bass Pro Shops NRA Night Race

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup series at Bristol Motor Speedway. Joey Logano is the defending champion of the Sprint Cup race.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. posts active therapy images in latest injury update

What's it like to recover from a concussion? Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives a glimpse, and a smile that says he could be close to returning to NASCAR.

Rain possible at Bristol; don't rule out soggy Sprint Cup Saturday night

For NASCAR, the fun never stops.

Hendrick-Byron deal creates buzz as Sprint Cup teams try to copy Gibbs success

Hendrick Motorsports plucks William Byron from burgeoning roster of prospects. If you can't beat 'em, join 'em ... or at least copy another team's success.

Hendrick Motorsports adds hot prospect William Byron to its driver roster

A five-time winner and points leader in the Truck Series, William Byron becomes Hendrick's top developmental driver. He is 18 and will race in the Xfinity Series next season.

Jeff Gordon replacing Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks like a failed experiment

Jeff Gordon's decision to come out of retirement is tarnishing his image and putting one of Hendrick Motorsports' teams in a very bad spot as the Chase nears.

Ben Kennedy wins truck race at Bristol; first victory for France family

The great-grandson of Bill France Sr. and the son of Lesa France Kennedy rallied for the victory. It's the first time the France family has visited Victory Lane.

Where's the love? Bristol shows off efforts to get its lower groove back

Track officials hope changes to the racing surface will bring back the good-old days of cussing, fussing, crashing and trashing.

If Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns for Michigan, Chase berth will require victory

Points alone won't get Junior into the 16-man championship competition. And we won't know whether he will drive at Michigan until next week.

Justin Marks scores first NASCAR win at wet and wild Mid-Ohio

The wet road at Mid-Ohio was no problem for road-racing ace Justin Marks.

Richard Childress Racing regulars seek first Xfinity win of season

RCR's trio of Xfinity regulars will attempt to end that skid on Saturday.

NASCAR drivers to honor Bryan Clauson with decal

Bryan Clauson's life will be remembered by NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers this weekend.

NASCAR's Austin Dillon engaged to former NFL cheerleader Whitney Ward

Austin Dillon posted his announcement on social media on Wednesday.

NASCAR Chase standings: Who's in, who's in trouble

Kyle Larson's wreck at Watkins Glen put him in a precarious situation in the Chase standings. He's not the only one. Here's who's in and who's out with four races to go.

NASCAR considering crackdown on postrace celebrations

With drivers damaging their cars after winning a race, could NASCAR be on track for a change?

Mid-Ohio: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Mid-Ohio Challenge Xfinity Series race

Schedule and start times for the Xfinity Series race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Regan Smith is the defending champion.

Funny Car driver Courtney Force escapes serious injury in hard crash

Force's car veered sharply left and slammed hard into a concrete retaining wall that was moved several feet by the force of the impact.

Racing world mourns Bryan Clauson, a USAC star who could drive anything

USAC star Bryan Clauson also raced in the Indy 500 and tried his hand at NASCAR, proving he could drive just about any kind of racecar.

USAC star Bryan Clauson dies from injuries suffered in sprint car crash

Bryan Clauson passed away Sunday night from injuries suffered in a crash in the Belleville Nationals.

NASCAR results at Watkins Glen: Denny Hamlin leads final laps for win

Denny Hamlin earned his first Sprint Cup victory on a road course on Sunday.

Martin Truex Jr., Brad Keselowski talk out late-race contact at Watkins Glen

Brad Keselowski hit Martin Truex Jr. on the final lap at Watkins Glen, ending Truex's shot at the leader.

Denny Hamlin wins in wild finish at Watkins Glen

Denny Hamlin holds off Martin Truex Jr., who spins late, for Sprint Cup win.

Jimmie Johnson, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. suffer hard hits in big Watkins Glen crash

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. first hit the guard rail hard, then was slammed into by Jimmie Johnson in a scary crash at Watkins Glen.

Former NASCAR driver Bryan Clauson dies from injuries suffered in sprint car crash

Bryan Clauson was reportedly airlifted after a serious crash in a sprint car midget race.

Erik Jones continues rapid ascent, anxious to start Sprint Cup career

Erik Jones will continue his rise through the NASCAR ranks next season, moving into Sprint Cup competition as Furniture Row Racing adds a second team.

Rookie Chris Buescher faces new kind of pressure with Chase spot on the line

Chris Buescher has to break into the top 30 in the standings to make the Chase, which might sound easier than it is.

Furniture Row makes another big move with signing of young star Erik Jones

Joe Gibbs Racing had no room for Erik Jones, so the young star will drive a second Sprint Cup car for Furniture Row Racing in 2017.

Starting lineup, TV coverage for Sprint Cup race at Watkins Glen

Sunday's Sprint Cup race has a different start time and TV network as Carl Edwards leads the field to the green flag at Watkins Glen International.

Furniture Row eyes second team as Martin Truex Jr.'s success continues

The Sprint Cup organization isn't ruling out expanding to two teams in 2017.

Chris Buescher 'absolutely' believes he'll break into top 30, Chase field

Chris Buescher hasn't even had time to enjoy the first win of his career and he's talking about a championship battle.

Chris Buescher's win puts more pressure on Chase contenders, NASCAR on NBC's Dale Jarrett says

For drivers trying to gain ground in the Chase, Watkins Glen is a formidable track.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says words fans want to hear, but not when he will return

There is a future for NASCAR's most popular driver in Sprint Cup; we just don't know the particulars. But what Junior makes clear is his desire to continue racing.

Meeting media members ahead of this weekend's Watkins Glen races, Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses his concussion-like symptoms and when fans might see NASCAR's most popular driver back in action.

Martin Truex Jr. gets his reward after proving he's one of NASCAR's best

The little team that could, and the driver with the talent to race with the best, will continue to make their presence felt.

Chris Buescher win should force NASCAR to tweak Chase rules

Chris Buescher's upset win was a beautiful thing, but that doesn't mean he deserves to be in the Chase.

Kurt Busch crew chief fined $10,000 for car body violation at Pocono

Along with the hefty fine, Tony Gibson is placed on probation. Check all the penalties issued after Pocono.

NASCAR would do well to reconsider its harsh lug nut penalties

Suspended crew chief Rodney Childers became a poster boy for lug nut penalty change as his sat out the second Pocono race.

Kyle, Samantha Busch find family time along NASCAR circuit

Kyle Busch says impact of wins changes with son, Brexton, in victory lane.

Tony Stewart's final word on being fill-in driver: No (maybe)

At a media event to reveal his Bobby Allison-themed throwback car, Tony Stewart says it would take an emergency for him to be a replacement driver after he retires.

Chase Elliott blames self for string of poor luck, looks for turnaround

Rookie Chase Elliott has endured setbacks in a series of recent races.

In-car audio from Pocono: Everyone can, and does, complain about weather

Rain, fog, wet track, you name it. Drivers and teams had plenty to say during the abbreviated Sprint Cup race at Pocono.

Like it or not, Chris Buescher deserves his Chase berth — if he earns it

Rules say a driver is eligible for the Chase for the Sprint Cup with a win and top-30 points finish. No matter if you think Chris Buescher's Pocono victory is tainted, he will be in pending one final requirement.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. sidelined two more races, Jeff Gordon to drive

Four-time champion Jeff Gordon will drive in the next two Sprint Cup races, continuing his relief role for Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says balance, vision issues new to him, 'scary'

Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants to continue his racing career, but says he'll 'worry about that when I'm well."

Dale Earnhardt Jr. getting impatient but doesn't expect to return soon

Dale Jr. says his current symptoms are a "whole new ballgame" to him.

NASCAR says 'unprecedented' conditions at Pocono led to delay, shortening race

NASCAR officials dealt with changing conditions in Monday's rain-delayed Pocono race.

Austin Dillon, Kyle Larson challenge but watch another young driver take win at Pocono

Austin Dillon and Kyle Larson had an epic showdown at Pocono, but when fog halted the race, another young driver went to victory lane.

NASCAR results at Pocono: Rookie Chris Buescher declared winner of fog-shortened race

Chris Buescher's surprising win was as unexpected as the heavy fog that obscured visibility of the three-turn, 2.5-mile track.

Who is Chris Buescher? NASCAR rookie scores huge upset

Chris Buescher scored a huge upset Monday, winning the Sprint Cup race at Pocono. Who is the NASCAR rookie?

Chris Buescher scores big upset in fog-shortened race at Pocono

Chris Buescher stunned the field at Pocono on Monday.

Fog — yes fog — halts NASCAR race at Pocono

In an unusual move, NASCAR had to red-flag the race at Pocono because of fog hovering over the track.

Watkins Glen: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Cheez-It 355 at The Glen

Schedule and start times for the Xfinity Series and Sprint Cup Series races at Watkins Glen International. Joey Logano is the defending Sprint Cup race champ.

Jeff Gordon has to refasten seat belts at 170 mph

Jeff Gordon had an unusual problem late in the race at Pocono.

Chase Elliott's crash with Joey Logano could have playoff implications

Chase Elliott needed a solid day. He didn't get one at Pocono.

Martin Truex Jr. suffers another setback, crashes early in rain-delayed race at Pocono

Martin Truex Jr.'s run of bad luck continued on Monday at Pocono.

Postponed Sprint Cup race at Pocono finally under way after delay

NASCAR drivers are racing on a Monday at Pocono for the second time this season.

Rain prevents scheduled Cup race at Pocono; now planned for Monday

It's the first time in Cup history a track has seen two races postponed in one year.

Pocono Raceway no stranger to rain, weather issues

Pocono has dealt with more than its share of rain issues this season - and in the past.

Rain a problem at Pocono? Not if you're the 4-year-old son of Kevin Harvick

Keelan Harvick shows the fun side of rain delays.

Kevin Harvick says team talking more in Rodney Childers' absence

Kevin Harvick is working with interim crew chief Dax Gerringer this weekend at Pocono.

Tuesday announcement from Furniture Row likely word of second Cup team

Erik Jones is viewed as a possible driver if the one-car team allied to Joe Gibbs Racing adds a car for the 2017 season.

Death at obscure drag strip reminds of racing's dangers

A driver is dead and a man and his son are injured in a crash at a little-known track.

Pocono starting lineup: Pole-sitter Martin Truex Jr. leads Sunday's Toyota parade

Four Toyotas in the Joe Gibbs Racing alliance will start the Pennsylvania 400 from the top 10. Martin Truex Jr.'s successful season continues from pole position.

Rain at Pocono brings delay for Sprint Cup race; start pushed back one hour

Morning showers are expected to dissipate and allow the Pennsylvania 400 to be run on Sunday.

Martin Truex Jr., fastest at Pocono, trying to outrun rotten, stinking luck

Anything that can go wrong, will and has for Martin Truex Jr. and team this season. Now he prepares to run at Pocono as top qualifier. Good luck.

With Truck Series rookie record, William Byron adds to Gibbs bonanza

As powerful as Joe Gibbs Racing is in Sprint Cup, it has enviable talent in the pipeline as well. William Byron is 18 years old and won five of his first 12 Truck Series races.

NASCAR at Pocono final post-practice ratings: Martin Truex Jr. looks strong

Here's a look at the final Pocono driver ratings which consists of past track history, current form, qualifying and practices.

Video captures two crewmen sent flying, injured during stock car race

It's a frightening specter and reminder of the dangers of motorsports. Both men are recovering from their injuries.

Sponsor for Kyle Larson's car exiting owner Chip Ganassi's IndyCar ties

Target won't continue its long association with Chip Ganassi Racing in open-wheel racing. Its deal to sponsor Kyle Larson's car has one year remaining.

Pocono forecast isn't promising for Sunday's scheduled Sprint Cup race

Overnight rain affects Saturday's schedule, and additional precipitation could be coming.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. issues health update; patience urged in recovery

Junior will miss his third consecutive race because of concussion-like symptoms.

Remember that time a fan stood on the track during a Pocono race?

Kyle Petty remembers his surprising encounter with a fan — on the track.

Brad Keselowski's Watkins Glen crash fear: Someone's going to get killed

NASCAR runs at The Glen on Aug. 7, and the sanctioning body let its teams test at the track this week. Brad Keselowski got, shall we say, a crash course.

Knotty issue for Richard Childress: Bring in Ty Dillon or keep Ryan Newman?

With contracts expiring and a rising driver ready to step in, what will Richard Childress Racing do? It's a snarl of results, lack of same, potential and, naturally, sponsors.

Jeff Gordon won't speculate on whether he'll drive more races for Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Jeff Gordon is driving his second consecutive Sprint Cup race in the No. 88 of Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Paul Menard leads opening Pocono Cup practice with new crew chief

Richard Childress Racing made a change for Menard this week - and it paid off early.

NASCAR needs this one easy fix for the Chase problem vexing Brad Keselowski

Drivers who win the most races (think Brad Keselowski this year) deserve a bigger reward than just a high seed in the Chase.

Who's the next Jeff Gordon or Tony Stewart? You're watching him

Of today’s current stars, Kyle Busch is the one most likely to walk in the footsteps of Gordon and Stewart.

Ready for Pocono? Qualifying scheduled for Friday (weather permitting)

Past winners are plentiful this weekend at Pocono, where drivers prepare to fill the 40-car field on Friday.

Pocono is a track of 'compromise,' NASCAR on NBC's Kyle Petty says

The so-called Tricky Triangle brings unique challenges for drivers, teams.

Drivers love Michigan now

Tests in two previous races showed positives for looser handling and better racing, with an eye on 2017. Let's do it again.

NASCAR Pennsylvania 400 odds: Kevin Harvick, Kyle Busch look for first win at Pocono

Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch have never won at Pocono Raceway, but the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook has posted them co-favorites to win Sunday's Pennsylvania 400 based on consistency and current form.

Forecast sees likely rain on NASCAR's Pocono parade; at least cooler

Wet weather continues to follow stock car racing from track to track. It's not just champagne falling that will plague Pocono, forecasters say.

NASCAR brings test of reduced downforce to Michigan for Aug. 28 race

If less downforce means better racing, NASCAR wants more proof. So the season's second race at Michigan will be a testbed.

Has Dale Earnhardt Jr. discovered NASCAR's secret formula for 2017 schedule?

Changing to later race times is a bit ... interesting.

2017 Sprint Cup race times announced; get ready for later starts

Those usual 1 p.m. ET races will be pushed back at least one hour in 2017 to ... best serve racing fans, NASCAR says. TV providers are smiling.

Can anyone make a run at Joe Gibbs Racing this season?

Kyle Busch is the cream of the crop, but every JGR driver is a threat to win every weekend. Can they be stopped?

Kevin Harvick's crew chief Rodney Childers suspended for lug nut violations

Rodney Childers is suspended one race and fined for violations from Indy.

Pocono: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Pennsylvania 400

Schedule and start times for the Xfinity Series events at Iowa Speedway and the Sprint Cup and Camping World Trucks series at Pocono Raceway.

Brad Keselowski destroys car in vicious crash at Watkins Glen

Brad Keselowski had plans to engage with fans Tuesday afternoon. His car had other plans during testing at Watkins Glen International.

No Dale Jr., no problem: NBCSN sets record for Brickyard 400 telecast

The return of Jeff Gordon and dominance of Kyle Busch sparked a big ratings spike for NASCAR on NBCSN.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. finding positives in Jeff Gordon's advice, not rushing return

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he's going to continue listening to his doctors before making a decision on whether to race at Watkins Glen.

Sprint Cup race at Indy shakes up Chase standings — who needs to make a move now?

The Indy race was hard on some drivers, so who dropped in the Chase standings now?

Stewart-Haas Racing to add NASCAR Xfinity team in 2017

Stewart-Haas Racing is expanding for the 2017 season.

Tony Stewart finishes 11th in final, 'most relaxing' Brickyard race

Tony Stewart said this was a "relaxing" weekend for him at Indy.

Joey Logano's search for first Brickyard victory vanishes on late restart

Set up for a challenge to Kyle Busch on the final restart, Joey Logano can't keep up and slides to a disappointing seventh.

Sprint Cup results at Indianapolis: Kyle Busch in historic weekend sweep

Kyle Busch started the Xfinity Series race and Sprint Cup race this weekend from the pole and made history by winning them both.

Jeff Gordon spends extra time on track at Indy, laments restart style

Jeff Gordon said that he was both relieved it was over and wishing for more at Indy.

Untouchable: Kyle Busch completes incredible Indy sweep with Brickyard win

What a weekend: Kyle Busch wins Sunday's Sprint Cup race, repeating his feat in the previous day's Xfinity Series. It's the first time NASCAR has seen the feat.

Carl Edwards, Ryan Newman among those in late-race crash at Indy

Carl Edwards took responsibility for the late-race crash that red-flagged the Sprint Cup race.

Good seats available: Brickyard 400 goes off before disappointing crowd

NASCAR's Brickyard 400 fails to draw a big crowd. And that's a problem.

Tony Stewart keeps sentiment at bay, keeps focus on Indy win

Tony Stewart refuses to let emotion interfere with his final race at track he loves.

In stirring tribute, Jeff Gordon salutes friend, rival Tony Stewart

Jeff Gordon brings a standing ovation at Indy's pre-race driver meeting with his laurels for Tony Stewart.

Heat, humidity increase dangers at Indy, likely will affect racing

Let's do the Carlton! NBC carries celebrity golf instead of Sprint Cup race

Watching the rich and famous dance around the course is, it seems, better sports TV than watching NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series at iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Jimmie Johnson's name misspelled on Brickyard 400 pit box

Someone goofed with Jimmie Johnson's pit box at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this week.

Indianapolis starting lineup: Candy is dandy, Kyle Busch is quicker

Is there no stopping Kyle Busch at Indy? Just hours after topping Xfinity Series qualifying, Busch wins pole position for Sunday's Brickyard 400. And yeah, he is the race's defending champion.

Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart meet again; Indy fairy-tale ending not guaranteed

Two legendary racecar drivers have another chance to battle in the Brickyard 400. Jeff Gordon is back; Tony Stewart is saying goodbye. And Kyle Busch threatens to spoil the fun.

Jeff Gordon has another chance for a perfect end to his marvelous career

Jeff Gordon didn't close out his career the way many had hoped, but he's getting a second chase.

Xfinity Series race results: Kyle Busch wins third consecutive race

That makes nine this season for Kyle Busch, who now goes for an Indy weekend sweep for the second consecutive year.

For Danica Patrick, reflections on Indianapolis are plentiful

Danica Patrick has good memories of the track where she gained acclaim.

Starting lineup: Kyle Busch leads Gibbs Toyotas to top two Indianapolis slots

It's becoming the rule rather than the exception, as Kyle Busch remains master of the Xfinity Series.

Greg Biffle carries memories of late father into Indianapolis race

Jack Biffle died July 19 at age 75. It was not an easy week for his son, who comes off his best race of the season.

Observers in stitches after mistake on Jeff Gordon's NASCAR fire suit

Someone sewed the wrong numbers onto the outfit Jeff Gordon wore in his first day back in NASCAR

NASCAR takes back seat on Sunday, leading to late start at Indianapolis

Blame TV for the 3:30 p.m. ET starting time. Sunday afternoon's prime viewing goes to guys in short pants pushing another kind of pedals.

Danica Patrick's season: Little to show for all that popularity

Entering Indianapolis, Danica Patrick is more back marker than contender in Sprint cup racing.

Tony Stewart to wear unique helmet honoring hero A.J. Foyt at Indy

Tony Stewart is making his final start at Indianapolis in stylish fashion.

Jeff Gordon up to speed quickly in opening Indy Cup practice

Jeff Gordon was ninth fastest in the opening Sprint Cup practice session at Indianapolis, his first practice since last November.

Tony Stewart focused solely on winning, not final run, at Indy

Tony Stewart says he's as prepared for this weekend's race at the Brickyard as he's ever been at the track.

Timeline: How Jeff Gordon went from vacation to driving at Indy

Jeff Gordon was vacationing in the South of France – and then the phone rang.

Rick Hendrick, Jeff Gordon confident team can regain lost ground

Rick Hendrick says that with all the recent crashes, team's shop looks like a "salvage yard."

Jeff Gordon had to say no to Tony Stewart, couldn't say no to Rick Hendrick

Jeff Gordon reminds he could have returned to Sprint Cup as a replacement for Tony Stewart. He is at Indy to replace Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Jeff Gordon faces challenges in return, but looks forward to them

Jeff Gordon says he found confidence in Rick Hendrick's decision to put him in the No. 88 to fill in for Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. feeling better, can see 'light at the end of the tunnel' after concussion

Dale Earnhardt Jr. tweeted Friday that he is starting to see improvement as he recovers from a concussion.

Heat, rain could create miseries on NASCAR's weekend at Indianapolis

Be prepared for what could be a miserable few days at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, if weather forecasters are correct.

Sprint Cup field prepares Friday's first practice; one car won't qualify

There are 41 entries for the Brickyard 400. It's the weekend in which Indy says goodbye to Tony Stewart and welcome back to Jeff Gordon.

Winning at Indianapolis can change a career, NASCAR on NBC's Steve Letarte says

NASCAR on NBC analyst Steve Letarte says it's the win, not the points, that really matters this Sunday.

Indianapolis: Complete schedule, times, TV info for The Combat Wounded Coalition 400

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks Series at Eldora Speedway and the Xfinity and Sprint Cup series at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s absence has unexpected impact on Sprint Cup team

When Dale Earnhardt Jr. missed two races in 2012, the impact went beyond having a fill-in driver.

NASCAR Truck Series results at Eldora: Kyle Larson overcomes tire issues for dirt victory

Sprint Cup regular Kyle Larson that took home the Eldora golden shovel after overcoming adversity early in the race.

Matt Kenseth, team penalized after failing post-race inspection at Loudon

Matt Kenseth's crew chief, Jason Ratcliff, must pay $25,000 for a post-race inspection issue after their win at New Hampshire.