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
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…
BővebbenUnleashing the Thrills: A Heart-Stopping Showdown at MotoGP Aragon GP
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…
BővebbenDucati’s Ingenious Solution to Boost Pecco Bagnaia’s Performance at Aragon GP Unveiled
Pecco Bagnaia’s performance took a downward spiral after the French Grand Prix, struggling to regain form at the British Grand Prix and finishing 12th at the Aragón sprint. Amidst this slump, the two-time MotoGP champion sought help from Ducati for a solution. Bagnaia’s fortunes turned around in the recent race with a podium finish, attributed to a minor change in brake discs which boosted his confidence in braking, according to Davide Tardozzi, Ducati Lenovo Team manager. The Motorland Aragón Circuit presented unique challenges, where Bagnaia utilized larger brake discs, a…
BővebbenRene Rast Dominates at Zandvoort: A Thrilling Lights-to-Flag Victory
Rene Rast, driving for Team Schubert, won the second DTM race at Zandvoort from start to finish. His teammate, Marco Wittmann, put up a challenge towards the end but Rast held on for the win, showcasing BMW’s overall performance superiority. The race was mentally and physically demanding for Rast, who expressed his satisfaction at redeeming himself after the previous day’s setbacks. Wittmann, securing second place, emphasized the importance of team results over individual achievements within the same brand. The victory has placed Rast in second place in the drivers’ championship,…
BővebbenPedro Acosta: Pecco Bagnaia “a super gentleman” during battle for podium
Pedro Acosta highlighted Francesco Bagnaia’s sportsmanship during their MotoGP battle at Aragon Grand Prix, praising the Italian rider’s clean racing style. Despite the low grip track surface at Motorland benefiting KTM, Acosta managed to secure a strong fourth-place finish in the main race, narrowly missing out on the podium. Acosta opted for a hard front tyre compound, a decision he deemed correct to avoid locking problems encountered during practice. On the other hand, Acosta’s teammate, Brad Binder, faced a less fortunate outcome, crashing out while in a promising position for…
BővebbenSebastien Ogier: Dominating the WRC Arena with Unprecedented Grace and Excellence
Sebastien Ogier has confirmed that he is not planning to participate in a full World Rally Championship season, despite his recent victory in Sardinia which elevated him to the second position in the standings. Having won three out of four races in a part-time campaign for Toyota, Ogier is currently only 19 points behind the championship leader, Elfyn Evans, and has no intention of adding more events to his schedule. Toyota team principal Jari-Matti Latvala hinted that Ogier might be asked to compete in more rallies given his strong position…
BővebbenFabio Quartararo’s Determination Shines Through Adversity: Looking Beyond the Aragon GP
The Yamaha MotoGP team struggled at the Aragon Grand Prix, with Fabio Quartararo finishing 11th in the sprint race and later crashing out of points contention in the main race on Sunday. Quartararo described the weekend as one to forget due to issues with rear chatter, front locking, and lack of grip. He noted that while the grip improved with every lap, other problems persisted, impacting his ability to ride aggressively. Despite some improvements in electronic set-up, Quartararo emphasized that the team needs to analyze and address the recurring issues…
BővebbenMastering the Formula: the Collaborative Triumph of Ex-Ferrari Engineers at Mercedes
Last summer, Simone Resta had the chance to focus on his garden after 23 years. However, his priority was preparing for a move to the UK to join Mercedes as the strategic development director. His new role at Mercedes was later revised to ‘deputy technical director’ under James Allison, with whom he had worked at Ferrari before. Resta, a long-time Ferrari employee, had worked his way up to technical director before joining Mercedes. In his new role, Resta collaborates closely with Allison to oversee technical developments for both the short…
BővebbenDaniel Suarez Applauds NASCAR for Introducing Podium Ceremony to Mexico City Race
NASCAR typically does not celebrate podium finishers, even in points-paying races, with a few exceptions like the exhibition race at L.A. Memorial Coliseum. However, for the first time in Mexico at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, NASCAR plans to hold podium celebrations for the top three finishers in the Cup and Xfinity Series races. Daniel Suarez, a Mexican-born NASCAR driver, supports the decision, noting the significance of podium celebrations in global sports and embracing cultural differences. Suarez sees the Mexico race as a unique experience and is looking forward to participating in…
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