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2025 NASCAR Pre-Season Update Three

Rest in peace Martin Truex Sr. Chili Bowl. JRM targets 2025 Daytona 500. FOX primps IndyCar coverage. Daytona 500 hopes dashed for Wallace. IndyCar drivers preview 2025 season. Silly season slowing to a close. Rolex 24 revving up.
Get caught up on the latest racing news.

Motorsport News:

      1. Father of former NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr. dies at 66.
      2. Alex Bowman to field four entries in 2025 Chili Bowl.
      3. 2025 Daytona 500 sold out.
      4. Dale Coyne Racing adds Abel as full-time driver.
      5. Mecum Auctions to sell Indianapolis 500 cars driven by A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, Al Unser.
      6. How to score tickets for NASCAR’s sold-out Daytona 500 race.
      7. Mike Wallace not approved to compete in Daytona 500.
      8. James Hinchcliffe lands analyst role in Fox’s IndyCar booth per source.
      9. Kyle Larson secures spot in Saturday’s Chili Bowl Nationals feature with Monday win.
      10. Daniel Suarez to headline Speedway Open House at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
      11. Johnny Sauter uncertain of his own NASCAR plans as son races with ThorSport ties.
      12. Kurt Busch to make racing return in Race of Champions.
      13. NASCAR Daytona 500 entry list: Which drivers have been added, how many cars will qualify.
      14. Adam Alexander, Jamie McMurray, Parker Kligerman hired for CW’s coverage of Xfinity Series.
      15. Jonathan Woolridge Joins MLT Motorsports for VP Racing SportsCar Challenge Series Season.
      16. Anthony Alfredo joins Young’s Motorsports for 2025 Xfinity season.
      17. Translating the Chili Bowl’s lessons into Santino Ferrucci’s sensational IndyCar season.
      18. End of an era: Reynard’s last US open wheel win.
      19. Paul Miller Racing Reveals 2025 Drivers.
      20. Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell shine on opening night of 2025 Chili Bowl Nationals.
      21. As Formula One questions swirl, Colton Herta wants to keep his focus on winning first IndyCar crown.
      22. Derrick Finley named crew chief for Ryan Preece.
      23. Kyle Larson is taking a much more laid-back approach to prepping for the Indy 500.
      24. Sergio Perez ‘very happy,’ uncertain about F1 future.
      25. Michael Andretti’s influence still felt at Andretti Global: ‘It’s not like he’s vanished’.
      26. Tyler Tomassi returning to Reaume Brothers Racing for part-time effort.
      27. Ryan Truex tabbed as Joe Gibbs Racing’s reserve driver for 2025 season.
      28. ‘It’s terrifying’: Meet Will Buxton, next voice of IndyCar. (He’s never attended an Indy 500.).
      29. Landon Brooks Tops Chili Bowl Tuesday In Tulsa.
      30. Managing director Alunni Bravi to leave Sauber.
      31. Buddy Kofoid Comes Back From a Flip to Lock Into Saturday B-Main at Chili Bowl.
      32. Instead of Buying a Car, Alex Midkiff Built His Own For the Chili Bowl.
      33. Ty Gibbs Prioritizing Fun, Seat Time In Chili Bowl Debut.
      34. IndyCar Driver’s Eye system to debut on FOX.
      35. DAMS Lucas Oil completes 2025 Formula 3 line up with Christian Ho.
      36. Carlos Sainz sounds warning to Lewis Hamilton over Ferrari experience: ‘Not everything is roses and perfect’.
      37. What’s old is new again: How TPC runs help F1 teams and drivers.
      38. CORVETTE RACING AT DAYTONA: Hear The Roar.
      39. Andretti Global’s new look takes shape.
      40. Tyler Tomassi making Xfinity debut with MBM Motorsports at Martinsville.
      41. JR Motorsports to enter Daytona 500 with Justin Allgaier UPDATE.
      42. Roma puts Ford up front on Dakar Stage 10.
      43. Single Day tickets go on sale tomorrow for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding.
      44. Win 3-straight IndyCar titles or an Indy 500 in 2025? Alex Palou’s answer might surprise you.
      45. Tickets on sale for Lone Star Le Mans.
      46. Old Dominion to rock the pre-race stage at 66th Coca-Cola 600.
      47. 2-time IndyCar champion Will Power hires agent with the hope he can keep racing for Team Penske.
      48. Key F1 dates: Car launches and 24-race calendar.
      49. FOX bringing drones to IndyCar broadcasts.
      50. JR Motorsports enters Justin Allgaier into Daytona 500 in partnership with Chris Stapleton.
      51. After four seasons with Hendrick, Larson still making up for lost time.
      52. Bell’s 2025 balancing act with NASCAR and his long-awaited return to the dirt.
      53. Power hires agent as he begins contract season.
      54. Chadwick named Rolex 24 Grand Marshal.
      55. Cody Ware to drive No. 51 full time for Rick Ware Racing.
      56. Corey LaJoie Remains The NASCAR Driver Without A Drive.
      57. Josh Bilicki returning to DGM Racing for bulk of 2025 Xfinity season.
      58. Will Power says he can race 5 more years in IndyCar. Will Team Penske let him?
      59. JR Motorsports Finally Grows Up: Allgaier In Daytona 500 For Cup Debut.
      60. Emerson Axsom Dominates Wednesday Night Chili Bowl Feature.
      61. Tyler Courtney, Kyle Larson Working Together To Bring Paul Silva A Golden Driller.
      62. Tiger Tari Brings Class-Winning Trophy Home From 24 Hours of Dubai.
      63. NASCAR launches first FAST Channel.
      64. Albon eager to compare against Sainz.
      65. TRICON to attempt first Daytona 500 With Martin Truex Jr..
      66. Another Dakar stage win for Ford as Al Rajhi regains overall lead.
      67. Spire Motorsports Signs Late Model Standout Tristan McKee to Driver Development Program.
      68. Viking Motorsports confirms Matt DiBenedetto will return in 2025, switch to No. 99.
      69. Mason Mitchell Running 3 ARCA Races for Venturini.
      70. Truex aims to make history as he reveals Daytona 500 plans.
      71. Alex Labbe, Patrick Emerling, Nick Leitz will split SS-Greenlight Racings No. 07 car.
      72. More drivers confirmed in updated FIA WEC entry list.
      73. Jimmie Johnson confirms 2025 Cup schedule.
      74. NASCAR announces long-term media rights deals in Canada.
      75. Concho Valley Dragway Joins NHRA Member Track Family In Division 4.
      76. Robby Gordon to reunite with legendary Ford Trophy-Truck at Parker 400.
      77. NASCAR Fans Rejoice: A Free Streaming Channel Debuts This Month.
      78. Spencer Speedway To Open With 35th Annual Tribute To Tommy Druar And Tony Jankowiak 110.
      79. NBC reveals 2025 IMSA TV schedule.
      80. Trans Am Series unveils GT1 Challenge for 2025.
      81. Bass Pro Shops and Martin Truex Jr. Reunite For 2025 Daytona 500.
      82. Former NASCAR Team Owner Ordered To Pay $31 Million By US Court.
      83. BMW edges ahead in second Roar session at Daytona.
      84. IMSA STEM brings students even closer to the action in 2025.
      85. Mercedes-AMG gets first taste of IMSA torque sensors during Roar.
      86. Motorsport Legend Announces NASCAR Cup Series Debut At The Clash At Bowman Gray.
      87. Sad News – Martin Truex Sr..
      88. Here’s What Happened This Week With the 23XI/FRM Lawsuit (Jan. 11-17).
      89. MBM Motorsports rebrands Cup efforts at Garage 66.
      90. Logan Seavey Wins Friday Night, Continues Chili Bowl Title Defense.
      91. Tyler Courtney Rises to Third in Friday Chili Bowl Prelim.
      92. Alphabet Soup: Where Fan Favorites Are Competing on Chili Bowl Saturday.
      93. Kyle Busch Learning in His First Taste of the Chili Bowl.
      94. Newgarden urges IndyCar to introduce a lighter chassis in 2027.
      95. Renowned engineer Michael Cannon splits from Prema, according to source.
      96. From Daytona Drama To Madhouse Mayhem: Garage 66 Looking For Fresh Start.
      97. Garage 66 to compete in Cook Out Clash with Garrett Smithley.
      98. ‘It’s not an exhibition’: NASCAR stars taking the Rolex 24 seriously.
      99. Magnussen puts F1 in rearview mirror for good and begins his 2nd career in sports car racing.
      100. Wittmann keeps BMW ahead in third Roar session.
      101. Valentino Catalano Wins Daytona VP Challenge Race No. 1.
      102. Van der Linde takes turn up front for BMW in Roar session 4.
      103. IMSA GTP teams looking to take on Le Mans 24 Hours in 2025.
      104. Vanthoor moves Porsche ahead as sun sets over Daytona.
      105. Dale Earnhardt Jr. Pays Tribute To Martin Truex Sr. After Tragic Death.
      106. Garrett Smithley Announces NASCAR Cup Series Return Despite Full-Time Xfinity Role.
      107. Kyle Larson wins Chili Bowl.
      108. NASCAR joins LA sports teams wildfire relief efforts with Fanatics LA Strong gear.
      109. Eli Tomac Takes San Diego Supercross Victory.
      110. HITTING PAUSE: Magnus Racing Celebrates 15(ish) Years at Daytona.
      111. McLaughlin more confident of beating “professor” Palou to IndyCar title.
      112. Storm delays Sunday running at Daytona.
      113. Boulle gets expanded United Autosports program.
      114. Householder powers to Parker 400 victory.
      115. Martin Truex Sr. dies at 66, patriach of NASCAR Shore racing dynasty.
      116. Proton Porsche slithers to a wet lead in sixth Roar session.
      117. VP Challenge sees a weekend of sweeps at Daytona.
      118. MSR and Acura: The band is back together and stronger than ever.
      119. Miata Cup race determined by incredible 0.009s.
      120. United leads Bronze-only session to wrap up 2025 Roar at Daytona.
      121. WTR’s Cadillac homecoming is a force to be reckoned with.
      122. Veteran NASCAR Driver Releases Scathing Statement After Daytona 500 Disqualification.
      123. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Josef Newgarden Press Conference Transcript.
      124. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Will Power Press Conference Transcript.
      125. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Scott McLaughlin Press Conference Transcript.
      126. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Conor Daly Press Conference Transcript.
      127. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Ryan Hunter-Reay Press Conference Transcript.
      128. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Ed Carpenter Press Conference Transcript.
      129. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Christian Lundgaard Press Conference Transcript.
      130. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Santino Ferrucci Press Conference Transcript.
      131. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Alexander Rossi Press Conference Transcript.
      132. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: David Malukas Press Conference Transcript.
      133. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Nolan Siegel Press Conference Transcript.
      134. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Sting Ray Robb Press Conference Transcript.
      135. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Jack Harvey Press Conference Transcript.
      136. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Christian Rasmussen Press Conference Transcript.
      137. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Callum Ilott Press Conference Transcript.
      138. CHEVROLET INDYCAR: Robert Shwartzman Press Conference Transcript.
      139. Ty Masterpool readies for surprise West Coast supercross shuffle.
      140. Colton Herta: Cadillac F1 ride ‘a big decision if I have to make it’.
      141. NASCAR requests hearing in May on lawsuit appeal.
      142. Max Verstappen’s team respond to Aston Martin speculation.
      143. BorgWarner honors Penske, Newgarden.
      144. Why Lawson won’t really settle for being Verstappen’s number two.
      145. Tanner Thorson Tops Thursday Night Thriller At The Chili Bowl.
      146. Brady Bacon Perseveres on Thursday, Locks Into Saturday C-Main at Chili Bowl.
      147. GMG Racing Debuts in IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge at Daytona International Speedway.
      148. Race Of Champions Management Announces “The Bullring” Wyoming County International Speedway Dates And The “Family Of Series” Schedules.
      149. IMSA drivers get ready to roar at Daytona.
      150. Al Rajhi secures victory at Dakar.
      151. MSR Acura leads opening Roar session.
      152. Austin Green returning to Jordan Anderson Racing in 2025.
      153. Porsche gears up for new GTP season with updated 963.
      154. Marco Andretti returning to Indy with Andretti Global.
      155. Longtime racer Martin Truex Sr. dies at 66.
      156. And now for something completely different: Kyle Busch ready to take on the Chili Bowl for the first time.
      157. Lynn to miss Rolex 24 for Cadillac due to illness.
      158. NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Ralph Moody – Fast Fords & a Legendary Team.
      159. NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Ricky Rudd, NASCAR’s Ironman.
      160. NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Carl Edwards, the Star Who Walked Away.
      161. Busch Light transforms Daytona 500 Into “DATE-TONA” with speed dating expereince.
      162. The art of NASCAR’s 3D printing performance advantage.

Next Race: 2025 Daytona 500

GO Hendrick 48 & 9!!!!