News From Around The Industry
NASCAR Cup Series
- The RACER Mailbag, October 14 October 14, 2026Options for Coyne, weather norms and the Intricacies of VSC among topics in the RACER Mailbag this week.
- Spire, Gibbs keep trading blows as trade secrets lawsuit continues in court October 14, 2026Joe Gibbs Racing presented to the Western District of North Carolina what it described as a “roadmap” showing how Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports violated the court-ordered TRO and preliminary injunction.A main argument from Gibbs, argued by counsel Thomas Melsheimer, is not Gabehart's title or position at Spire Motorsports, but...
- NASCAR's longest-running soap opera needs a new ending October 13, 2026The opening narration for one of the longest-running American soap operas goes, “Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.”The meaning of the Days of Our Lives slogan is subjective, and a quick Google search of what’s been written about it will yield anything from enjoying...
- With four Chase races left to run, has Briscoe become NASCAR's dark horse? October 12, 2026Chase Briscoe felt he had to go on a Tony Stewart-esque run to win the NASCAR Cup Series championship, and he just might do it.
- Final lap frenzy in Charlotte never worried Briscoe, but gave crew chief Small déjà vu October 12, 2026James Small experienced déjà vu in the final laps of Sunday’s race at Charlotte, and it wasn't a good thing. “I was like, ‘Here we go again,’” Small said of seeing Christopher Bell close in on his driver, Chase Briscoe. "I’m just glad they checked each other’s momentum enough, and we had enough to get […]
Formula One
- The RACER Mailbag, October 14 October 14, 2026Options for Coyne, weather norms and the Intricacies of VSC among topics in the RACER Mailbag this week.
- Rwanda wants to open doors to all of Africa with F1 return October 13, 2026'Today belongs to Africa' - those were the words of Rwanda president Paul Kagame as Formula 1 announced its return to Africa for the first time since 1993.
- Africa to make F1 return with Rwanda Grand Prix October 13, 2026A new purpose-built track is set to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix from the 2030s.
- Antonelli proving his quality with how he's handling a difficult car, says Mercedes' Wolff October 12, 2026Kimi Antonelli has drawn praise from Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff for how he's handled a Mercedes that has proven tricky to drive since its most recent update package was rolled out in Malaysia.Antonelli, who finished second in Malaysia and third in Singapore, ran the update in Singapore while teammate...
- Don't blame Ferrari for Hamilton's tire call - Vasseur October 12, 2026Ferrari's strategy calls often come into question, but they blame for Hamilton's decision to stay out on softs in Singapore was solely his call.
NTT Indy Car
- The RACER Mailbag, October 14 October 14, 2026Options for Coyne, weather norms and the Intricacies of VSC among topics in the RACER Mailbag this week.
- IndyCar’s IR28 completes first long runs as Rossi takes the wheel during Sebring test October 14, 2026Alexander Rossi took the wheel at Sebring on Tuesday as IndyCar continues to develop its new-for-2028 IR28 chassis.
- Harvey reveals cancer diagnosis October 13, 2026IndyCar Series veteran and FOX Sports broadcaster Jack Harvey has revealed he’s been diagnosed with cancer. The Briton did not specify which form of cancer he is facing, but vowed to be ready for the next racing season.“My entire career has been about fighting for what’s next,” Harvey wrote on...
- Tsunoda in the frame for IndyCar test with Meyer Shank October 13, 2026Yuki Tsunoda is expected to suit up for Meyer Shank Racing at IndyCar's evaluation test at Barber later this month, although options for a 2027 seat remain limited.
- Ford evaluating IndyCar's next-gen engine October 13, 2026Ford is evaluating IndyCar's next IndyCar engine regulations, although isn't committing to a return to American open-wheel racing just yet.
The Dale Jr. Download
Every Tuesday - NASCAR’s 15-time Most Popular Driver and winner of two Daytona 500s, Dale Earnhardt Jr., hosts his very own podcast, Dale Jr Download on Dirty Mo Media. Earnhardt and co-host Mike Davis raise the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the life of a broadcaster, celebrated racer.
