Kevin Harvick gets crew changes for Richmond after Darlington disgrace

Pit errors cost Kevin Harvick a victory, and not for the first time. So a shakeup was not unexpected as the No. 4 team heads into the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Formula One sold to Liberty Media in deal valued at $8 billion

Liberty Media has agreed a deal to purchase the global motorsport brand Formula One, based on an enterprise value of $8 billion.

Ready for Richmond? Final race before Chase puts D in decision

Three Chase berths remain open; a fourth could be; and it all comes down to a Saturday night short-track race at a venerable Sprint Cup venue.

Cole Custer, John Hunter Nemechek share sides of controversial truck finish

The controversial finish between John Hunter Nemechek and Cole Custer isn't going away any time soon, not with the Chase looming.

Ryan Newman's Chase hopes take a hit with 15-point penalty

Ryan Newman just gave up more ground to Jamie McMurray in the Chase.

Decision day arrives for Ryan Newman; penalty could doom Chase chance

If NASCAR docks him 10 or 15 points, Ryan Newman likely won't make the Chase for the Sprint Cup without winning at Richmond.

In-car audio from Darlington: Kevin Harvick rips pit crew during and after Southern 500

From Tony Stewart's out-of-body experience to Clint Bowyer's expletives toward Aric Almirola, check out the best audio from Southern 500

Martin Truex Jr.'s alliance with Joe Gibbs Racing pays dividends with crown-jewel win

Joe Gibbs Racing's so-called fifth-wheel has now taken home two of NASCAR's crown-jewel races, the Coca-Cola 600 and Sunday's Southern 500.

Kevin Harvick 'tired of being a cheerleader' for struggling pit crew

Kevin Harvick lost spots late on pit road Sunday during the Southern 500.

NASCAR results at Darlington: Martin Truex Jr. pulls away from Kevin Harvick for Southern 500 win

Truex won a late race off pit road and led the final 12 laps en route to his second win of the season.

Martin Truex Jr. wins Southern 500 after Kevin Harvick mistake

Martin Truex Jr. won the prestigious Southern 500, holding off a Kevin Harvick challenge in the closing laps.

Richmond: Complete schedule, times, TV info for Federated Auto Parts 400

Schedule and start times for the Sprint Cup and Xfinity races at Richmond International Raceway. Matt Kenseth is the defending champion of this weekend's race.

Brian Scott believes Tony Stewart wrecked him intentionally at Darlington

Brian Scott got the worst of a showdown with Tony Stewart.

Another big-name driver could be sidelined with concussion

Will Power reportedly met with IndyCar officials on Sunday night after crashing in the Watkins Glen race.

Here's what Dale Earnhardt Jr. said in updating his health, NASCAR future

Junior has plenty to say about his treatment in recovery from a brain injury. That includes frustrations and hopes.

Ricky Craven believes there’s a ‘50-50’ chance Dale Earnhardt Jr. won’t return

Dale Earnhardt Jr. vows he will return to racing next season. Ricky Craven, who battled his own concussion problems, is not so sure.

NASCAR truck race has wild finish; then, drivers made sparks fly

Sunday's overtime finish in a NASCAR Truck Series race is one for the ages.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. fiancée playing key role in his recovery

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has made significant progress in his recovery from a concussion, and his fiancee, Amy Reimann, has played a key role.

For Dale Earnhardt Jr., light at tunnel's end — but recovery isn't coming fast

In his first media appearance since announcing his Sprint Cup season was over, Junior addresses the process he follows on the long road to getting well.

Junior will be ready for 2017

Dale Earnhardt Jr. expects to be fully recovered for the 2017 Daytona 500 but is still experiencing issues from a June concussion.

Drivers lament Dale Earnhardt Jr. news, but know it's best for Junior

Joey Logano and Chris Buescher react to word that Junior will not return to racing this season and will instead focus on recovery from a head injury.

Darlington starting lineup: Qualifying washout puts Kevin Harvick in No. 1

NASCAR sets its starting grid for the Southern 500 by the rulebook. Owner points rule. Sunday's race is scheduled for about 6 p.m. ET.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses his future at Darlington; long haul to recovery

His season over, Junior now gets the time he needs to recover from a brain injury. He also will reveal information on his future, however, short, in racing.

Elliott Sadler delivers Darlington pick-me-up win for boss Dale Earnhardt Jr.

A day after Junior is ruled out for the rest of the season, Elliott Sadler outruns Denny Hamlin in Darlington's Xfinity Series race.

Darlington's throwback weekend blooms in bright Saturday showcase

Beautiful weather after the storm makes Darlington's spectacle even better. Check out some of the sights.

Xfinity Series starting lineup at Darlington: Cup drivers get full day of racing

Denny Hamlin is one of six Sprint Cup drivers who will drive in the race and have four on-track sessions to learn to handle the Track Too Tough to Tame.

Kyle Larson's next challege: Keep hot streak going, make deep Chase run

Kyle Larson made huge strides in his NASCAR Sprint Cup career with his win. Can he capitalize more on it?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. fans should be eager for 2017, but prepare for inevitable

Junior hopes to be fit and ready for next season, but here's the hard truth: The end of his career is closer than you know, and it could come in an instant.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. absence alters immediate future for No. 88 car's key men

Greg Ives now heads the crew of a car with two substitute drivers for the rest of the season. Old pro Jeff Gordon has four races left, so the bulk of the rides and biggest impact falls on Alex Bowman.

Darlington gets expected soaking, proving NASCAR cancellation call correct

Hermine, a hurricane downgraded to a tropical storm, delivers the expected soaking to the site of this week's Sprint Cup race. Good move, NASCAR.

#JRNation offers recovery wishes to Dale Earnhardt Jr. with #getwelldale

Junior's announcement is disappointing, but he gathers support from people involved in stock car racing and his legion of followers.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s winning decision: Skip rest of Cup season, focus on health

The worst thing coming out of Junior's announcement is that he won't race again in 2016. After that, this is the best thing that could happen. Why? Glad you asked.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. ruled out for remainder of 2016 season

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won't drive again in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series until 2017.

Darlington's Friday events cancelled ahead of storm Hermine's arrival

Lots of rain and strong wind will make it impossible to run practices at Darlington Raceway.

As Darlington goes throwback, remember long-gone brands in victory lane

Sprint Cup now has three nameplates in its races. Once, it had many, including Pontiac. That's the brand Ricky Craven drove in perhaps the greats Darlington finish of all.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Darlington lament: He can't drive 'Gray Ghost' car

As he continues recovery from a head injury, Dale Earnhardt Jr. can only sit and watch the Southern 500 while Jeff Gordon pilots his car.

On track too tough to tame, Cup drivers must be mistake-free at Darlington

NBC TV analyst Steve Letarte shares his experience and insight on what to expect in the Southern 500. It's a race in which any and every flaw, on the track or in the pits, is magnified.

Brad Keselowski, team nailed in failed inspection after Michigan race

As expected, NASCAR came down hard on Brad Keselowski and his No. 2 team for Team Penske.

Hurricane Hermine to affect Darlington; Friday activities postponed

By race day, the storm should be well past the track. Only Friday faces a threat of rain.

Sluggish season brings change, focus on future at Richard Petty Motorsports

With its two drivers unlikely to make the Chase, RPM ousts its competition chief.

Jimmie Johnson asks Dale Earnhardt Jr. to wear father's firesuit at Darlington

Jimmie Johnson asked Dale Earnhardt Jr. to borrow one of his father's firesuits to complete his retro look for Darlington.

NASCAR’s Betty Jane France remembered as philanthropist, mother, friend

Betty Jane France was the mother of NASCAR Chairman Brian France and one of the leading philanthropist in the sport.

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.

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.

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.

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.