Month: June 2025

Revving Up: A Potential NASCAR Cup Comeback for Dodge – When Will It Hit the Track Again?

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Dodge has a rich NASCAR history with five Daytona 500 wins, but its involvement has been sporadic. It left in 1985, returned in 2001, and claimed the 2012 Cup title before exiting again. Ram’s return to Trucks in 2026 has sparked hope for a Dodge comeback. NASCAR indicates an 18-month process for Dodge’s return to the Cup Series, potentially around 2027. The transition would involve developing their own engines, as Cup Series requires manufacturer-specific ones. NASCAR is confident about another OEM joining soon, potentially indicating a shifting landscape in stock…

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Who’s next? Officials are “very close” to another deal after Ram joins NASCAR

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The NASCAR sanctioning body is focused on attracting at least four manufacturers back to the Cup Series, a goal not achieved since 2012. Dodge is a potential addition, especially considering Ram’s return to the Truck Series, but NASCAR’s possibilities are open. NASCAR’s executive vice president, John Probst, shared that they have made progress in attracting more OEMs to the sport, welcoming Ram back and nearing an agreement with another manufacturer. Discussions with Honda, among others, indicate a positive direction in expanding OEMs in NASCAR. The momentum around the sport and…

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Revving Up Excitement: NASCAR Welcomes Ram as Fourth Manufacturer in 2026 Truck Series

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Next season, the NASCAR Truck Series field will have four manufacturers, as Ram joins Chevrolet, Ford, and Toyota after over a decade. The decision to bring Ram into the category was confirmed publicly by representatives from Ram and Stellantis at Michigan International Speedway, following months of speculation. NASCAR executive John Probst expressed excitement about Ram’s return and the potential benefits of having a new manufacturer in the Truck Series. Although Dodge has a successful history in NASCAR, their return currently only involves the Truck Series, with plans for up to…

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Unleashing the Thrills: A Heart-Stopping Showdown at MotoGP Aragon GP

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The Aragon Grand Prix’s main highlight was the intense battle between Franco Morbidelli and Fermin Aldeguer for 5th place, with close sparring and even contact on the back straight. Although it wasn’t for the lead, the fight was described as epic by Morbidelli, who revealed feeling pure adrenaline and facing challenges in handling the bike during the race. Despite struggling at the beginning and risking crashes at turns 9 and 10, Morbidelli managed to secure P5 by outdueling Fermin, whom he praised for his strength. Morbidelli compared the battle with…

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Rowbottom Reigns at BTCC Thruxton with Grit and Grace

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Dan Rowbottom won the final British Touring Car Championship race at Thruxton after a fierce battle. Starting from fifth, Rowbottom quickly moved up to third with a strong start. Poleman James Dorlin’s mistake allowed Rowbottom to take second place, with Jake Hill leading the race. Despite Hill’s advantage, Rowbottom managed to overtake him and secure the lead on the second lap. A mid-race safety car period shuffled the pack, allowing for intense battles within the top positions. Ultimately, Rowbottom maintained his lead to claim victory, followed by Cammish, Sutton, Proctor,…

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