All-Star Race
2026 Dover: Race Focus
As Dover prepares to host its first All-Star Race ever, let’s examine what I think is the most critical element of the race. Building Speed’s 2026 Dover race focus is the track itself. […]
Racing
Dover International Speedway
2026 Dover Qualifying Challenge: Pit Road Entrance
All the drivers should lift really early and be very careful tomorrow.”
That was Brad Keselwoski’s tongue-in-cheek advice in response to a question from RACER’s Kelly Crandall about the challenges of entering pit road at Dover. […]
Carson Hocevar
First Win: Check. How Long Until the Second Win?
Ty Gibbs and Carson Hocevar earned their first career wins in the 2026 season. That got me wondering: Statistically, how long is it likely to take to earn a second win? […]
Blaney, Ryan
No, It’s Not Too Early to Celebrate Tyler Reddick’s 2026 Season
I know, I know. I’m the one who always tells you not to make conclusions early in the season. But Tyler Reddick’s 2026 season is already exceptional enough to celebrate. […]
Bristol Motor Speedway
Watch Out for Speeding Penalties at Bristol
Speeding penalties at Bristol are but one of the hazards drivers must face when racing this intense, high-banked short track. Tight racing, uncertain tire wear and rising tempers contribute to a stressful night for drivers and crew chiefs. […]
2026 NASCAR Rules
Darlington Didn’t Match the Hype. What Does Higher Horsepower Mean for Martinsville?
As we approach a higher-horsepower Martinsville, let’s reflect on last week’s Darlington race. NASCAR, drivers, and the media made some bold predictions about how the race might turn out. […]
Qualifying
2026 Spring Darlington Qualifying Notes
Your 2026 Spring Darlington qualifying notes focus on how the spread is spreading with the new rules package in effect this race. […]
2026 NASCAR Rules
2026 Spring Darlington Setup Notes
The 2026 spring Darlington setup notes detail the largest set of change since the Next Gen car was introduced there. Let’s examine what’s different and what impact it might have on the racing. […]
Austin Dillon
Every Point Counts — But Don’t Fret Over Point Standings Just Yet
I post a yearly reminder not to get too bent out of shape by the point standings early in the season. But NASCAR changed the points system for 2026. Now, they remind us, every point counts.
So does that make my long-standing advice incorrect?
It does not. […]
Daytona 500
Fastest Daytona 500 Qualifying Laps 1982 – 2025
Daytona 500 Qualifying is tonight. Forty-five drivers will compete for 41 spots in this year’s race, but we won’t know who earns those spots, or where all but two cars start today.q […]