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Federal judge allows Gabehart continue working at Spire so long as he avoids Gibbs-related duties
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated March 2 - 1:06 p.m. | Save Story
A federal judge ruled Monday that former Joe Gibbs Racing competition director Chris Gabehart can continue to work for Spire Motorsports but not the role he performed with his old NASCAR team.
Speed and paddock politics: George Russell aims to seize his chance after F1's big changes
James Ellingworth, Associated Press | Posted March 2 - 5:20 a.m. | Save Story
He's long been tipped as a Formula 1 champion in waiting and he's not afraid to tangle with Max Verstappen on and off track. Big rule changes mean this might be George Russell's year.
23XI team co-owned by Michael Jordan delivering perfect start to season in a 'perfect partnership'
Jim Vertuno, Associated Press | Posted March 2 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
Michael Jordan calls Denny Hamlin the "mastermind" behind their 23XI NASCAR racing team. Hamlin calls their co-ownership a "perfect partnership."
Tyler Reddick makes NASCAR history at COTA with 3rd straight win to start the season
Jim Vertuno, Associated Press | Updated March 1 - 6:14 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Reddick's latest win drove him straight into the NASCAR record books.
Mick Schumacher's IndyCar debut ends in crash at St. Pete Grand Prix
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated March 1 - 1:02 p.m. | Save Story
It was a rough fresh start for two-time IndyCar champion Will Power in his first race with a new team, and same for Mick Schumacher in his series debut.
Chris Gabehart shows up in Spire gear as a lawsuit court deadline looms
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 28 - 11:29 a.m. | Save Story
at the IndyCar race in St. Petersburg.
There's been a change to F1's engine rules and it could mostly impact Mercedes
The Associated Press | Posted Feb. 28 - 7:19 a.m. | Save Story
Formula One 's governing body has reached a compromise with manufacturers that changes the way the compression ratio will be measured midway through this season and in the 2027 season.
Judge delays decision on restraining order preventing Chris Gabehart from joining Spire Motorsports
Steve Reed, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 27 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
A federal judge did not issue a ruling Friday on whether to impose a temporary restraining order that would prevent former Joe Gibbs Racing competition director Chris Gabehart from working for rival NASCAR team Spire Motorsports.
Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated Feb. 27 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing have settled the four-time IndyCar champion's breach of contract dispute with McLaren Racing, and the Spanish driver acknowledged Friday he mishandled the situation.
Cadillac names its first F1 car after Mario Andretti in 'ultimate compliment'
The Associated Press | Posted Feb. 27 - 9:43 a.m. | Save Story
Cadillac is naming its first Formula 1 car in honor of 1978 champion Mario Andretti, who calls it the "ultimate compliment" ahead of the team's inaugural race next week at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.
Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin's 23XI Racing aims for motorsports dominance
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 25 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
There's a sign that hangs on a wall in Airspeed, the headquarters of 23XI Racing, that clearly states the vision of the NASCAR team owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin.
Toyota Racing Development signs 13-year-old Keelan Harvick to a long-term driver deal
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 23 - 8:55 a.m. | Save Story
A familiar name may be introduced at the 2031 Daytona 500 when Keelan Harvick will be old enough to enter "The Great American Race" his father won 24 years ago.
Tyler Reddick wins at Atlanta to give Michael Jordan second straight NASCAR Cup victory
The Associated Press | Updated Feb. 22 - 6:38 p.m. | Save Story
Whether on or off the racetrack, all Michael Jordan does is win in NASCAR.
North Carolina fire that killed NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's father ruled accidental; cause unknown
The Associated Press | Updated Feb. 20 - 9:11 p.m. | Save Story
The North Carolina house fire that killed NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's father and injured his mother has been ruled accidental but it's still unclear what started it.
Kyle Busch won all the time until the checkered flags dried up. Can he find NASCAR success again?
Dan Gelston, Associated Press | Updated Feb. 19 - 6:49 p.m. | Save Story
Kyle Busch's feisty spirit surfaced late at the end of another empty Daytona 500 for the perennial race loser. The Daytona pole sitter, Busch was running outside the top 20 in the final laps when he let off the gas and faded to the back of the pack as wrecks up front started to muddle the running order. His crew chief radioed Busch and asked if he slowed because the Chevrolet was out of fuel.
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 19 - 10:36 a.m. | Save Story
NASCAR Chairman Jim France had a stronger second day of testimony Wednesday as the final witness called by Michael Jordan's side in the federal antitrust lawsuit against the racing series, explaining that advice from his late parents helped shape his stance against granting teams permanent charters in the new revenue-sharing model.
Michael Jordan's Daytona 500 ring: Tyler Reddick's 1-lap lead delivers NASCAR's biggest win
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated Feb. 15 - 6:12 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan when Chase Elliott crashed as he and Reddick were battling for the win. Reddick, in a Toyota for 23XI Racing, led only one lap: the one to the checkered flag for the team owned by the NBA Hall of Famer and three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin. Jordan was the face of the December federal antitrust lawsuit that NASCAR settled on the ninth day of trial. The settlement changed the revenue-sharing model in the United States' top motorsports series.
Jimmie Johnson plans to make one more Daytona 500 start in 2027 before ending his Cup career
Mark Long, Associated Press | Posted Feb. 14 - 7:30 a.m. | Save Story
Jimmie Johnson plans to end his illustrious NASCAR Cup Series career at the 2027 Daytona 500.
A battered car forces William Byron into a backup for his Daytona 500 three-peat bid
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated Feb. 13 - 4:59 p.m. | Save Story
William Byron will try to drive his way into NASCAR history Sunday when he attempts to become the first winner of three consecutive Daytona 500s.
