The NASCAR Cup Series will take a one-week break after its final two races this weekend. Previously, the series ran 17 consecutive weekends. Fans will get the chance to whet their racing appetite with the one-week vacation. The season will conclude on the 1st Sunday in November. The next Olympic break, which will last two weeks, is set for 2021. While this is not an ideal situation, it will at least allow fans to get their racing fix before the next big break.
Ambetter 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
The NASCAR Cup Series moves to the New Hampshire Motor Speedway, 1.058 miles. Next Gen cars are expected to compete on the track for their first time. Martin Truex, Jr., has been awarded the pole. The field is composed of Martin Truex Jr. Chase Elliott Bubba Wallace and Kyle Busch. The top three are expected to fight it out for the championship.
The Ambetter301 is set to begin at 3 p.m. ET and will be live televised on USA Network (1-3, 3 and 5, respectively) and TSN (5 in Canada). Peacock also offers a free trial, so you can watch the race live. The green flag will wave at 3:18 p.m. ET and is expected have 301 laps.
ForeverLawn sponsors Nascar Race
ForeverLawn has brought its signature GR supra scheme to a NASCAR Race this weekend. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the No. 26 car, with a 2022 Black & Green Grass Machine painted scheme. Earnhardt has Accredited Petroleum Associates, Precision Products STR, LifeGR, and STR as other partners. During the SRS Distribution 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Earnhardt will drive the No. 26 ForeverLawn Toyota Gr Supra ForeverLawn, Precision Products, STR, LifeGR and LifeGR will continue their participation in the race.
JD Motorsports is continuing its multi-race partnership with ForeverLawn. Earnhardt will drive the No. 0 Chevrolet Camaro in the race. The team will also unveil a new 9/11 tribute design to honor first responders and military service members. The race will be televised on FS1 and NBC Sports Network and will feature special 9/11 tribute graphics.
Chase Elliott is the 2020 series champion
Chase Elliott is looking like he might be able to win the NASCAR Cup Series again after his recent championship. Although he finished 15 points behind the winner in the 2015 series, the racer still managed to reach the playoffs. Elliott is also a strong road course winner, winning four of the past five events. With four consecutive victories at Bristol, the season already has seen plenty of road course action.
After his success in the truck series, Elliott made his NASCAR playoff debut for 2020. GMS Racing No. Martinsville. He also drove No. Spire Motorsports No.7 car at the Bristol Dirt event. Elliott dominated the 2018 season, with five top-six finishes. But, Elliott suffered a slump during the summer and finished seventh in Charlotte, a race moved to Charlotte because of the COVID-19 epidemic.
Kevin Harvick is in the top five
The driver aged 34 won the TD Banknorth 250 at the Maine Short Track for $37,300. Kevin Harvick, who won the 1998 West Series title, was Kevin Harvick's Cup Series debut. He also raced in the ARCA RE/MAX Series for Childress, finishing in the top five twice. Kevin Harvick lives with DeLan in North Carolina. He and DeLan have three dogs as well as two cats.
Harvick started at the end of the front row in Richmond, Kentucky. He quickly moved up from the front row and was on track to pass Denny Hamlin in the final lap. Unfortunately, he hit a brake problem in the right front wheel and careened into the wall hard on the final lap. He finished fifth this weekend, giving him five top-five finishes.
FAQ
What cars are used to race cars and why?
Speed is essential for race car drivers. Speed is what drives them fast. They must be fast enough that they catch up to other drivers and strong enough to maintain the lead. This gives them an advantage over other racers as they can overtake others at high speeds and then pull away from them again when they're not looking.
The fastest cars are usually very lightweight. This allows them accelerate quickly and gain speed. This also means that they have less power, which restricts how far they are able to travel in a short time. They need to make efficient use of energy.
Engines power most modern-day racing cars. These engines work in a similar way to normal passenger vehicles. But instead of using petrol, these engines run on compressed air. This is because petrol doesn't have enough power to make cars go very fast.
How can race car drivers prepare for a race.
Most race car drivers warm up their engines before the race.
This involves running their engines over a period of time.
Once they're fully prepared, they can start the race.
Why does race car driver wear special clothing?
Many race car drivers sport special clothing.
These clothes help keep them cool when they're racing.
The fabric stops sweat dripping from their bodies.
It also protects their skin from being damaged by the wind.
Where can race car drivers learn their skills?
Race car drivers learn about driving through different methods. Many learn how to drive a regular vehicle. Then they move on to a simulator. A simulator works like a virtual reality game. You sit inside a room and control a vehicle.
Then, you will be able use your skills in real life. You'll be taught how to maneuver around corners and turn sharp bends.
This will allow you to compete with other drivers.
How many people are involved with making a race car?
Most race car manufacturers employ many workers.
They make parts such as tires, suspension systems and body panels.
Statistics
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
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