NASCAR Sprint Cup: Coca-Cola 600 starting lineup

Matt Kenseth heads the field for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Green flag: 6:18 ET.

Watching for crashes, hoping for safety at the 99th Indianapolis 500

Danger is inherent in racing, especially with the fragile machines running at Indy.

Dillon wins Xfinity Series

Austin Dillon captures his second Xfinity Series win of the season, leading 163 of the 200 laps.

Dillon wins at Charlotte

​Final results for the Xfinity Series Hisense 300: Austin Dillon takes checkered

Five facts for Indy 500

With the 99th edition of the Indianapolis 500 upon us, check out these top five story lines going into the race.

David Letterman to young Jeff Gordon: ‘You’re just a kid’

Report reveals disturbing details about Patricia Driscoll, Kurt Busch relationship

Patricia Driscoll made national headlines last year when Kurt Busch called his former girlfriend a "trained assassin." An ESPN report reveals even more disturbing details about their relationship.

Sprint Cup qualifying: Matt Kenseth on pole for Coca-Cola 600

Matt Kenseth grabbed the top spot at the 1.5-mile track in Concord, N.C., with a speed of 194.252 mph, slightly faster than Joey Logano.

Jeff Gordon to join Fox broadcast team in 2016

Although he is in his final full-time season as a racer, the four-time NASCAR Cup champion is already making plans for 2016.

Jimmie Johnson 'shocked' by NASCAR warning

NASCAR decided not to penalize Jimmie Johnson's team after investigating a possible rules violation last week. Johnson was shocked the team even got a warning.

Cola-Cola 600: Breaking down NASCAR's longest race

Denny Hamlin will try to become the eighth driver in history to sweep the May races at Charlotte.

American Sniper's wife to get award

Chris Kyle’s widow, Taya, will receive the Stonewall Jackson Award from Charlotte Motor Speedway at the Coca-Cola 600.

Four hard chargers and a master builder join NASCAR Hall of Fame

Terry Labonte joined four other legends in the 2016 NASCAR Hall of Fame class announced Wednesday in Charlotte.

IndyCar's James Hinchcliffe expected to make 'full recovery'

James Hinchcliffe was transferred out of ICU following his scary crash during practice.

Steve Byrnes’ son delivers dad’s Hall of Fame ballot

Fox Sports broadcaster Steve Byrnes had one last work-related task before his passing. His son delivered the results on Wednesday.

Brad the dad: Keselowski, girlfriend celebrate first child

There's a new trend in NASCAR: babies.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. takes Panthers LB Thomas Davis on 180 mph joy ride

The reigning NFL Man of the Year went around the 1.5-mile oval five times and managed to have his cell phone out for videos the entire trip.

NASCAR issues written warning, but no penalty, to Jimmie Johnson's team

NASCAR issued a written warning to Jimmie Johnson's No 48 team Tuesday but did not penalize the team after investigating whether a crew member modified a side skirt during the Sprint All-Star Race.

Horrific details emerge from James Hinchcliffe's Indy 500 practice crash

The Canadian driver reportedly suffered massive blood loss after a piece of his car's suspension entered the driver's compartment.

Kyle, Samantha Busch welcome their first child

NASCAR's Kyle Busch announced the birth of his first child with his wife, Samantha.

NASCAR to honor fallen soldiers at Coca-Cola 600

At Sunday's Coca-Cola 600, the strip across the windshield of Sprint Cup cars will feature a fallen United States Armed Forces member.

Hinchcliffe hospitalized in Indy

The Canadian driver's car burst into flames after plowing into the wall Monday in Indianapolis.

Rain again a factor in Indianapolis 500 qualifying; speeds being cut

With a 50 percent chance of rain, Sunday could see another wipeout in efforts to set the field of 33 cars.

Third spectacular crash at Indianapolis claims pole contender's car

Back-to-back pole winner Ed Carpenter had his car upside down during Sunday's Indy 500 practice.

Pit stops, not speed, key to Denny Hamlin winning all-star race

The Sprint All-Star race was not the slam-bang affair everyone expected Saturday night. Instead, it was a game of pit stops, and Denny Hamlin's crew prevailed.

Jimmie Johnson team may face penalty for all-star race violation

Jimmie Johnson slapped the wall and finished 15th in the Sprint All-Star Race. To make matters worse, his team may be facing penalties for a possible rules violation.

Kurt Busch, Harvick say Denny Hamlin jumped final restart of all-star race

Denny Hamlin won the Sprint All-Star Race on Saturday night, but Kurt Busch and Kevin Harvick say he jumped the final restart.

Denny Hamlin holds off Kevin Harvick to win Sprint All-Star Race, $1M

Denny Hamlin used a fast pit stop to win the pole for the Sprint All-Star Race. About 90 minutes later, he used another one to win the $1 million race.

'Holy crap,' Danica is fast as Denny Hamlin wins pole for Sprint All-Star Race

Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. were fast, but Denny Hamlin claimed the pole for the Sprint All-Star Race.

NASCAR driver OK after being struck in head by debris

Jamie Dick is a lucky man; his car is damaged beyond repair at Iowa.

Kyle Busch ready for race, birth of son

Busch was a bit anxious Friday, and he had several reasons to be.

Danica Patrick making late push to win fan vote for Sprint All-Star race

Patrick hopes to be in Saturday's field, but she might need to win the Sprint Fan Vote to make it.

NASCAR driver to return amid battle with new onset diabetes

After being diagnosed with new onset diabetes, NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Jamie Dick is set to return behind the wheel in Iowa.

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Joey Logano teams among those warned for failed inspections

NASCAR issued written warnings to multiple teams for infractions during the race at Kansas.

High-speed wreck at Indy 500 practice causes car to go airborne

Josef Newgarden, 24, appeared to be shaken but was able to walk away before being transported to the infield care center.

Castroneves OK after wreck

The three-time champion was not injured in Wednesday's wreck at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

NASCAR could learn from NFL, Tom Brady and Deflategate

Unlike Tom Brady and the NFL, NASCAR stars are rarely ever suspended for competitive rules violations. Maybe they should be.

Kyle Busch ruled eligible for Sprint Cup championship

The driver, medically cleared this week to return to the track, hasn't participated in any qualifying races this Sprint Cup season.

New paint scheme for Jimmie Johnson's No. 48 car honors service members

The 48 car will have a patriotic paint scheme for races around Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day.

NASCAR All-Star weekend preview: Kyle Busch set for return; Xfinity heads to Iowa

Kyle Busch, who has the most All-Star starts without a win (nine), returns to the track. Xfinity heads to Iowa. And a bevy of events await. Here's what you need to know.

Kyle Busch savors 'exciting day' after announcing return

Busch will return to the track Saturday in his first race since suffering multiple injuries in a wreck at Daytona earlier this year.

Kyle Busch to return for Sprint All-Star Race

Busch's return this weekend will be his first race since suffering a broken leg and broken foot in a wreck earlier this year at Daytona.

Sprint All-Star Race: How 2015 drivers made the field

A look at the 20-driver field for the Sprint All-Star Race, and how they made it.

Sprint All-Star Race winners: Is another upset in the works

Jamie McMurray pulled off an upset in last year's Sprint All-Star Race. Whose turn is it this year?

Sprint All-Star Race features longer event, unique qualifying format

The Sprint All-Star race features a longer race and a unique qualifying format. And, of course, a $1 million prize to the winner.

Jimmie Johnson FaceTimed his wife from victory lane — and she was not happy about it

Jimmie Johnson wanted to take a break away from the victory celebration to wish his wife a happy Mother's Day, but it didn't go that well.

Full results from Kansas

Jimmie Johnson wins SpongeBob SquarePants 400 in the final laps, holding off Kevin Harvick. Here are the full results.

SpongeBob SquarePants 400 Sprint Cup race in rain delay

The SpongeBob SquarePants 400 has been put under a red flag as rain began falling just after 8:30 p.m. ET.

AJ Allmendinger signs five-year deal with JTG Daugherty Racing

AJ Allmendinger has signed an extension with JTG Daugherty Racing through 2020.

Rain may play a role in race

As of 5 p.m. ET, the latest weather update from weather.com predicts a low chance of rain at the start of the race.

Matt Crafton holds off competition to win Truck Series race at Kansas

Two-time defending NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion Matt Crafton only led six laps but remained king of intermediate tracks.

Jones makes first Sprint Cup start

Eighteen-year-old Erik Jones, driving the No. 18 for Kyle Busch will make his first official Sprint Cup start from the 12th position.

Starting lineup: Joey Logano on pole for SpongeBob SquarePants 400 at Kansas

Joey Logano captured the pole for the SpongeBob SquarePants 400 for his fourth pole of the season.

Logano wins Kansas pole

Joey Logano captured the pole for the SpongeBob SquarePants 400, his fourth pole of the season.

Clint Bowyer gets the gas and the hook during BP with Royals

Clint Bowyer is used to speed, but not a speeding fastball thrown by a major league pitcher.

Earnhardt's Mount Rushmore

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses who he would place on the Mount Rushmore of NASCAR drivers.

Severe weather could push SpongeBob SquarePants 400 to Sunday

A chance for severe weather on Saturday may force NASCAR to move the SpongeBob SquarePants 400 to Sunday.

Gordon's best ever

Jeff Gordon has competed against countless great drivers in his career, but who does he think was the best?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. toying with Periscope to give fans inside access

Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR's most popular driver, is using Periscope to give fans behind-the-scenes access to his life.

NASCAR upholds RCR penalty

RCR will lose 50 owner and driver points and pay a $75,000 fine for illegally modifying tires on the No. 31 car.

NAPA to sponsor Chase Elliott

Jeff Gordon's familiar No. 24 Chevy will have a new driver and paint scheme in 2016.

Jimmie Johnson says he did not let Dale Earnhardt Jr. win at Talladega

Jimmie Johnson joked he let his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Dale Earnhardt Jr. win the Geico 500, and quickly had to respond to fans who felt that was really what happened.

Best in-car audio from Talladega

The top five audio highlights from the Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.

Weekend preview: SpongeBob SquarePants 400 at Kansas

This week's events are the Sprint Cup Series SpongeBob SquarePants 400 and the Camping World Truck Series Toyota Tundra 250.

SpongeBob SquarePants 400 schedule

The Sprint Cup and Camping World Trucks series head to Kansas Speedway for a doubleheader this week. Check out the full schedule.

Kevin "Bono" Manion takes over

Kevin "Bono" Manion will replace Drew Blickensderfer as crew chief on the No. 9 RPM Ford of Sam Hornish Jr., effectively immediately.

NASCAR announces 2015 Next class

NASCAR revealed the 12 drivers that make up the 2015 Next class, including Rico Abreu and Nicole Behar.

Earnhardt Jr. talks Talladega

Days after an emotional win at Talladega, Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his father and his driving style.

Kyle Busch tests Late Model, appears to be nearing return

The driver shot down a report that he would race in Hickory, N.C., this weekend, nearly three months removed from his crash at Daytona.

Earnhardt Jr. wins at Talladega

Just days after what would have been his late father's 64th birthday, Dale Earnhardt Jr. scores an emotional victory at Talladega Superspeedway, where his father earned his final Cup win.

Big wreck at Talladega

Trevor Bayne's No. 6 spins out, causing a huge pile up on Lap 47.

Sprint Cup schedule

The 36-race Sprint Cup schedule has become a hot topic again. Kevin Harvick believes it needs a major overhaul.

Danica Patrick future

Danica Patrick hopes to stay with Stewart-Haas Racing next season, but that depends on whether she can find a new sponsor.

Danica Patrick-Ricky Stenhouse

Danica Patrick says she would accept a marriage proposal from boyfriend Ricky Stenhouse Jr. But that's not on Stenhouse's radar right now.

Jones in for Busch

The teenager beat Busch in a short-track race in 2012, catching the eye of the man who would become his boss.

Weekend preview

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won at Talladega in four consecutive races from 2001 to 2003, but hasn't been to victory lane since. Could that streak end with this Sunday's race?

Gordon driving pace car

Gordon will drive the pace car at the Indy 500 before racing in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

GoDaddy leaving Danica Patrick

GoDaddy announced Wednesday it would not sponsor Danica Patrick's No. 10 Chevy after the 2015 season.

Stewart angry at Dale Jr.

From Tony Stewarts rant against Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Kurt Busch's win, here's the best in-car audio from the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond.

Ragan to replace Vickers

David Ragan will replace Brian Vickers in the No. 55 Toyota for the remainder of the 2015 season.

Busch wins race at Richmond

Kurt Busch dominated the field Sunday to win the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond International Raceway.

NASCAR moves race to Sunday

Due to inclement weather, NASCAR has moved the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond International Raceway to Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.

NASCAR teams honor late Byrnes

Several NASCAR teams are honoring the late Steve Byrnes with special paint schemes for the race at Richmond International Raceway.

Hamlin wins at Richmond

Pole-sitter and hometown favorite Denny Hamlin led all but two laps for his 12th Xfinity win and the 100th Xfinity win for Toyota.

Pit road on fire

A huge fire engulfed Brendan Gaughan's pit stall during a stop Friday in the ToyotaCare 250.

Richmond starting lineup

The Toyota Owners 400 starting lineup is set. Joey Logano is on the pole.

Logano on the pole

Joey Logano wins the pole for the Toyota Owners 400, his series-high third of the season.

Rain may delay Toyota Owners 400

For the second week in a row, NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers will have their eyes on the sky as rain could delay the Toyota Owners 400.

Busch may make the Chase

NASCAR would like to accommodate Kyle Busch in making the Chase since he has been sidelined with an injury sustained at Daytona.

Obama honors Harvick, team

Cup champion Kevin Harvick, team co-owner Tony Stewart and the No. 4 Stewart-Haas Chevrolet crew took their championship turn in D.C.

Steve Byrnes dies at 56

The longtime race broadcaster had been battling head and neck cancer in recent years.

NASCAR scanner traffic

The best scanner sounds form Sunday's Food City 500 offered some real gems about weather, Game of Thrones and bathroom emergencies.

What are the best and worst NASCAR races to go to?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. posts old-school posters of his dad, Farrah Fawcett

It isn't Throwback Thursday, but Dale Earnhardt Jr. posted some pretty awesome photos from his Twitter account Monday.

Danica sets record

Danica Patrick's finish at Bristol Motor Speedway set a record for women in NASCAR.

Kenseth moves on from 2014 troubles

After a wild day at Bristol Motor Speedway, a win in the Food City 500 cures all problems.

Kenseth wins at Bristol

Matt Kenseth led 47 laps en route to his fourth win at Bristol, snapping a 51-race winning drought.

Hamlin exits race with back spasms

Denny Hamlin exits the Food City 500 with back spasms and is replaced by rookie Erik Jones.

Logano and Keselowski wreck

Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski wreck early in Food City 500.

Keselowski on a mission

Bristol has been good to Brad Keselowski, who is seeking his third win at the "world's fastest half-mile."

NASCAR Bristol race eyeing weather

Thunderstorms could force Bristol Motor Speedway to run Sunday afternoon's Sprint Cup race under the lights.

Logano leads every lap

Nobody gets around Logano in the 300-lap run.

Kenseth on the pole

Matt Kenseth wins his first pole of the season at Bristol Motor Speedway. He'll start first for Sunday's Food City 500.

Food City 500 weather report: Drivers can expect rain Sunday

Despite NASCAR moving the Food City 500 from March to April, it looks as though drivers may still have to deal with significant rain Sunday.

Kenseth’s son joins father JGR

Ross Kenseth will make his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut in June at Chicagoland Speedway.

NASCAR acts on Newman appeal

Thursday's appeal hearing lasted more than seven hours and reduced the points deduction and fine but upheld a six-race ban.

Jimmie Johnson forced to have awkward conversation on 'Repeat After Me'

"Just don't touch my Jimmie Johnson."

Kyle Busch-Brad Keselowski feud

Brad Keselowski reached out to Kyle Busch, hoping to cool their heated rivalry. But Busch is not buying it.

A new, humbled Busch

In the transition from NASCAR’s heel to NASCAR’s healing star, Kyle Busch has learned to trade big wins for small victories, and aggression for patience.

Kyle Busch relives brutal crash

For the first time since breaking his right leg and left foot in a crash at Daytona, Kyle Busch relives the wreck that has derailed his 2015 season.

What is the most challenging type of auto racing?

Dale Jr. softball game

If you want to see Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Joey Logano go head-to-head next week, you don't have to venture to a track. They'll be facing off on a softball field in Trenton, N.J., on April 21 in the third-annual Dover vs. Pocono Celebrity Softball Game.

NASCAR heads to Tennessee

The preview of Sunday's Sprint Cup race and the full schedule for NASCAR's race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Labbe, Falk penalties reduced

Slugger Labbe had some money knocked off his fine, while owner Joseph Falk had his points penalty reduced from 25 points to 10 points.

Danica Patrick blasts David Ragan

Danica Patrick: "Probably not the best race to have an in-car camera since I flipped a couple guys off."

Happy birthday, Steve Byrnes

NASCAR rallies around Fox broadcaster Steve Byrnes as he continues his cancer fight.

Danica Patrick: Yes to marriage

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick says she would marry fellow NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse, if he asks.

Johnson wins at Texas

Six-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson has four wins at Texas Motor Speedway, but had never won a spring race until Saturday.

Erik Jones ready for Sprint Cup

Team owner Joe Gibbs said Friday 18-year-old driver Erik Jones is "ready" to make his NASCAR Sprint Cup debut.

Erik Jones gets first Xfinity win

Erik Jones held off Keselowski and Earnhardt Jr. in the final laps to win the Xfinity Series O’Reilly Auto Parts 300. It's his first Xfinity Series victory.

Kurt Busch on the pole

Kurt Busch captures his second pole in his four races back since suspension.

Waltrip to race in 2016 Daytona 500

Michael Waltrip, a two-time Daytona 500 winner, announced he'll race in the event for the 29th time in 2016.

Byrnes honored by NASCAR

FOX Sports broadcaster Steve Byrnes will be honored at the Food City 500 as he continues to battle cancer.

Sights and sounds from NASCAR

From the superspeedway of Daytona to the short track at Martinsville, tempers in the NASCAR community were on full display.

Jeff Gordon in the booth Friday

Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon is gearing up for his first race as an announcer for FOX Sports 1.

NASCAR announces changes

In an attempt to add excitement to the Sprint All-Star Race, NASCAR is adding laps and drivers to the event.

NASCAR preview: Texas

Martinsville marked the end of Kevin Harvick's consecutive top two streak; can the reigning NASCAR champ begin a new one Saturday in Texas?

Kyle Petty Ride releases 2015 route

The Kyle Petty Charity Ride has released the route for its 2015 ride.

No. 3 Goodwrench back on track

The No. 3 Goodwrench Service Plus Monte Carlo that Dale Earnhardt Sr. won with in 2000 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, will race once again.

Ella and Leo named marshals

The children will announce the most famous four words in motorsports, "Drivers, start your engines," and participate in pre-race ceremonies.

Gappens pleads guilty

New Hampshire Motor Speedway GM Jerry Gappens pleads guilty to indecent exposure.

Wallace coming out of retirement

The 1989 NASCAR Sprint Cup champion is returning to racing, sort of.

RCR files appeal

NASCAR grants a deferral of penalties — with the exception of points — until RCR's hearing over alleged tire manipulation.

What is the strategy behind stock car racing?

Larson cleared to return

Kyle Larson, the 2014 Sprint Cup Rookie of the Year, was hospitalized Saturday after fainting during an autograph session at Martinsville.

Elliott arrested

Sheila Elliott accused of revving the engine of her Mercedes in an attempt to run her husband, NASCAR engine builder Ernie Elliott, over.

Vote for HOF class

Now through May 19, fans can vote online from this year's list of 20 Hall of Fame nominees.

Walker sentenced

Two years ago, Tyler Walker led police on a chase that stretched across Nevada, Arizona and Utah. He was sentenced Monday.

Best in-car audio from Martinsville

From pit road penalties to hard crashes, check out the best in-car audio from the STP 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

No. 31 team fined

Ryan Newman's crew chief, Luke Lambert, has been suspended and fined after an audit found illegal modifications to the team's tires. Newman and team owner Richard Childress were each docked 75 points.

Larson released from hopsital

Kyle Larson was released from a Carolinas Medical Center where doctors performed tests and evaluated his condition after he fainted.

NASCAR on Indiana legislation

The recent religious freedom law passed in Indiana did not sit well with the NASCAR governing body.

Larson remains hospitalized

Kyle Larson remains hospitalized at Carolinas Medical Center where doctors performed tests and evaluated his condition.

What are the biggest risks for race car drivers beyond car crashes?

NASCAR changes qualifying again

Superspeedway qualifying returns to one timed lap after driver complaints.

Danica Patrick ties record for most Sprint Cup top 10s by female driver

Danica Patrick finished seventh at the STP 500, tying the record for most Sprint Cup top-10 finishes by a female driver.

Denny Hamlin wins at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin held off a charging Brad Keselowski in the closing laps to win the STP 500.

Dale Jr. wreck

A multicar wreck on Lap 228 has looked like it would Dale Earnhardt's day at Martinsville, but Junior returned with a much different looking car.

Smith at Martinsville

With Kyle Larson unable to drive, Smith gets a wake-up call.

Gibbs drivers

Carl Edwards and Denny Hamlin speak about their team president's health.

Gibbs update

Team owner Gibbs provides an update on his son, the team's president.

Larson out

Regan Smith will replace Kyle Larson in Sunday's Sprint Cup Series STP 500 at Martinsville.

NASCAR reminds teams of penalties

NASCAR warned race teams Friday at Martinsville about the severe penalties for tire tampering after rumors in the garage surfaced.

Martinsville weather

After a sunny West Coast swing, rain greeted Sprint Cup teams at Martinsville.

Jimmie Johnson Q&A

The six-time champ shares his thoughts on NASCAR's new aero package, Jeff Gordon's retirement and more.

"Big Bill" book

"Big Bill" tells the story of Bill France Sr., who had a dream of running his own professional auto racing organization. In December 1947 he did just that, giving birth to NASCAR and one of the biggest sports in the world today.

Labbe fines and suspended

Slugger Labbe has been fined $50,000 and suspended for the next three NASCAR Sprint Cup races for P4 infractions.

J.D. Gibbs

Doctors believe the JGR president's symptoms, including speech and processing issues, are a result of past head injuries.

Roush Fenway's slow start

Lean times are upon RFR as the team struggles to keep up with other organizations.

Daytona working on renovations

The "Daytona Rising" renovation project is expected to be finished in time for the 2016 Daytona 500.

Truex responds to Stewart

The Furniture Row driver said he and Stewart discussed their incident during Sunday's Auto Club 400.

Best of in-car audio from Fontana

Check out the in-car audio highlights from the Auto Club 400.

Chase Elliott's Cup debut

The young driver who will eventually replace Jeff Gordon in the Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 car will make his first career Sprint Cup start Sunday at Martinsville.

Fontana cautions

The two cautions at the end of Sunday's Auto Club 400 that contributed to Kurt Busch's third-place finish (rather than a win) were warranted, according to the Cup Series managing director.

Ragan's ride

Can't blame Toyota for wanting Busch back in the No. 18.

Vickers update

Vickers might not race again after his long-term medical condition returns.

Furniture Row future

A second car and additional sponsorship are objectives for the NASCAR team.

McKinney invades Fontana

Model Charlotte McKinney mingled with NASCAR drivers before Saturday's XFINITY Series race.

Good-ol' days

Having lived stockcar racing history, Junior wants his sport to embrace it ... and make money, of course.

Fontana practice

Busch's best lap in the morning session is three milers per hour faster than the nearest competitor.

Frustrated Danica Patrick

Bowman took to Twitter to discuss his spat with Patrick.

Brian Vickers

Vickers has had a long battle with blood clots, and it struck again Thursday, sidelining him for this week's race.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. new scheme

After finishing in last place on Sunday, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is looking forward to getting back in the top five with a new look at a track he enjoys.

Ganassi plans

X Games medalist Brian Deegan and dirt racing champ Steve Arpin will drive for Ganassi, whose stable includes NASCAR and IndyCar teams.

Rules redo

New qualifying procedures will be put in place this weekend at Auto Club Speedway in California.

Diabetes and NASCAR

NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Jamie Dick will be adjusting his lifestyle and his approach to racing with the news that he's been diagnosed with diabetes.

Busch denied

A Delaware family court judge turned down Kurt Busch's appeal on his restraining order.

Bowyer sounds off

Bowyer and Jimmie Johnson both vented their frustrations during Sunday's Sprint Cup race in the desert.

Walker held without bail

Tyler Walker two years ago led police on a chase that spanned three states. He failed to show up on time for a sentencing hearing Monday.

Ambrose steps down

Marcos Ambrose has requested to be temporarily relieved as driver of the No. 17 DJR Team Penske Ford on the Australian V8 Supercars circuit.

Jamie Dick diagnosed

Jeffrey Earnhardt will drive in Dick's place at this weekend's Xfinity Series race.

Harvick wins again

Kevin Harvick dominates Phoenix again for his fourth straight victory at the track and fifth in the past six races.

Junior crashes

Junior's day ends after 181 laps.

Sprint Cup

Sprint Cup's fourth race of 2015 brings a new and different situation.

NASCAR

After finishing Saturday's race, Dick is treated at the track and taken to a hospital.

ARCA crash

Will Kimmel's accident at Mobile is old-timey.

Dale Jr. is popular on Twitter

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is NASCAR's most popular driver on the track and on Twitter.

Dixon survives

Larry Dixon is lucky to be alive after his dragster broke apart at nearly 260 mph.

Sprint Cup

Two fast drivers are taking aim at winning Sunday's race at Phoenix.

Sprint Cup

Busch sets the pace in the final session before the Campingworld.com 500.

Squirrel

The second squirrel sighting of the day doesn't end well for an inquisitive rodent.

Kurt Busch is back

Kurt Busch is back on the track after NASCAR lifts his suspension. Kevin Harvick looks to stay hot after winning the pole.

Harvick hits squirrel

After spotting a squirrel on the track earlier in the day, Kevin Harvick hit one during Sprint Cup practice Friday in Phoenix.

Sprint Cup

Busch's return is on everyone's mind at Phoenix, where Fords are fastest and Kevin Harvick is hot on their tails.

Keselowski responds to Madonna

The Sprint Cup driver is sticking up for his hometown of Rochester Hills, Mich.

Busch drives

Friday marks the first time Busch steered his car onto a track since his suspension began at Daytona.

NASCAR

Teams will have only two attempts to pass. Should they fail, a 15-minute penalty would be applied during their next scheduled practice.

Cohen/Team Xtreme

Travis Kvapil tries to qualify for Sunday's race while the fate of his team is in question.

Fontana safety

Auto Club Speedway in Fontana has a temporary tire pack in place at one location and will line its trade with SAFER barriers before 2016's race.

Suarez at the wheel

Suarez debuted in Truck races last year and is driving full time for Joe Gibbs Racing. His improvement is obvious.