Aerodynamics
Explainer: Engine and Aero Packages 2019-2021
Mix-and-match engine and aero packages were used from 2019-2021. Here’s what each one was and where it was used. […]
The Building Speed Blog
Bristol Motor Speedway
2021 Fall Bristol Race Recap
Tempers were news, but the 2021 Fall Bristol Race Recap shows lots of green-flag passing and earned lead changes — and highlights a problem the NextGen car can’t fix. Not this year, at least. […]
Stage Racing
Stage Wins and Starting Positions
Is it impossible to get stage wins if you start at the back of the field? A few drivers think so. Are they right? […]
Richmond
2021 Fall Richmond Race Report
The 2021 Fall Richmond Race Report highlights the role of penalties — of which there were more at this race than any other this season. […]
Richmond
2021 Fall Richmond Preview
The 2021 Fall Richmond Preview looks at who’s good — and when. And those are two different things. […]
Darlington Raceway
Stop Counting Lead Changes
Lead changes are one of the easy-to-pull-out stats from a race. But does that number really characterize a race? […]
Darlington Raceway
2021 Fall Darlington Driver Preview
The 2021 Fall Darlington Driver Preview gives you a rundown on who’s run well and who needs concentrate on just finishing the race. […]
The Chase/The Playoffs
Does Winning the Regular-Season Championship Help Win the Playoffs?
Kyle Larson snatched the regular-season championship right out of Denny Hamlin’s hand. What — if anything — does that mean for his chances in the playoffs? […]
Daytona Oval
2021 August Daytona Race Report
The 2021 August Daytona Race Report features a shaken-up finish, a lot of damaged cars and a disqualification. […]
Daytona Oval
Can Anyone Win the 2021 Daytona Summer Race?
The 2021 Daytona Summer Race is the magic ticket for winless drivers hoping to make the playoffs. How much hope should they have? […]