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Newsweek
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Which NASCAR Pit Crew Bagged Staggering $100,000 Prize In North Wilkesboro?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. An eye-watering $100,000 prize was up for grabs during the Pit Crew Challenge on Friday, as part of the NASCAR All-Star race weekend at North Wilkesboro. Michael McDowell's No. 71 Spire Motorsports pit crew bagged the cash for changing all four tires in just 12.587 seconds. Reacting to the achievement, McDowell's jackman Dax Hollifield, commented: "This is awesome. It's definitely beyond my wildest dreams. We've been working hard this year. We're probably the youngest team on pit road. "It was just hard work and determination that made the difference. I've got no words. I can't breathe. I blacked out during the stop." Despite this, McDowell is yet to qualify for the All-Star Race. The 40-year-old driver, who will start the All-Star Open from fourth, will need to finish in the top two to be able to compete in the All-Star Race on Sunday evening. Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, pits during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Pit Crew Challenge Open at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 16, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, pits during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Pit Crew Challenge Open at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 16, 2025 in North Wilkesboro, North Van Gisbergen will start the All-Star Open from pole position, followed by Carson Hocevar and Noah Gragson. Van Gisbergen commented: "I think we got all the things right. Thanks to WeatherTech and the Trackhouse pit crew. I've never started up front on an oval, so I'll have to figure that one out." Brad Keselowski is set to start the coveted All-Star Race from pole position, which is the first in his career. The RFK Racing co-owner explained: "It's pretty cool to win the pole. I've never won an All-Star Race pole, so this is something new for my career. It was a total team effort. The pit crew, (Crew Chief) Jeremy Bullins, everyone gave me a rock-star car. I'm so happy for everybody on this team." NASCAR All-Star Open: Starting Lineup
Newsweek
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Carson Hocevar Explains Moment He Flipped Off Rival In Kansas NASCAR Truck Race
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Carson Hocevar clinched the victory in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Kansas Speedway on Saturday. However, it wasn't without a dramatic end. After a battle with Front Row Motorsports driver Layne Riggs, who finished in second but was ultimately disqualified, Hocevar held up his middle finger out of his window to his rival as he crossed the line. While speaking to the media after the race, Hocevar played the moment off as "somewhat friendly." He explained: "It was somewhat friendly, right? It was just I don't remember what I really did to be honest. No, if anything, I just wanted to remind him, really, of just like, hey, I still won, I guess. I don't know. Carson Hocevar, driver of the #7 Delaware Life Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Heart of Health Care 200 at Kansas Speedway on May 10, 2025 in Kansas City,... Carson Hocevar, driver of the #7 Delaware Life Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Heart of Health Care 200 at Kansas Speedway on May 10, 2025 in Kansas City, Kansas. More"But at the end of the day, he did a really good job. He's super, super talented. That group built a really fast truck. I remember watching Zane [Smith] go on to win against us in that truck. "It's all harm, no foul, and I'm sure my bird is real small to just hit and contact. So, it's all friendly, and when I see him, I'm sure we'll laugh about it." WHAT A BATTLE. 10/10 Carson Hocevar holds off a hard-charging Layne Riggs to win the @NASCAR_Trucks race at Kansas! #NASCARonFS1 — FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) May 11, 2025 Discussing his battle with the race-winner, Riggs also commented: "He won the race, and you know, I think he was mad at me. I think he flipped me off all the way down the frontstretch coming to the checkered, but how can you be mad when you win the race, right? "But it's all good. It's great to race with them Cup guys, and I think that just proves that I'm going to be there one day." Hocevar also raced in the NASCAR Cup Series event at Kansas Speedway on Sunday. The Spire Motorsports driver finished in 26th, while Hendrick Motorsports's Kyle Larson clinched the victory. NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Kansas Speedway results
Newsweek
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Michael McDowell on NASCAR Cup Blow as Wreck Ruined Texas Race
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Michael McDowell came agonizingly close to securing his first victory of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season at Texas Motor Speedway yesterday. However, a late-race wreck ended his hopes of celebrating in Victory Lane. The Spire Motorsports driver had taken the lead at the restart on lap 244, after pitting on lap 222 for a two-tire stop meaning he was able to take advantage of the fresh rubber. But, after dropping back to third position behind Team Penske drivers Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney, McDowell lost the rear of the car, causing him to spin and crash into the barriers. MCDOWELL INTO THE WALL! The late-race drama continues! — NASCAR (@NASCAR) May 4, 2025 While speaking to the media after the race, the driver of the Spire Motorsports No. 71 Chevrolet ZL1 explained: "I just really hate it for everyone on this No. 71 Chevrolet. We were giving it everything, we had there to try to keep track position. Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. Michael McDowell, driver of the #71 Delaware Life Chevrolet, looks on during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 03, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas."Joey [Logano] got a run there, and I tried to block it. I went as far as I think you could probably go. "When [Ryan] Blaney slid up in front of me, it just took the air off of it and I just lost the back of it. I still had the fight in me, but I probably should have conceded at that point. "But I'm just proud of everyone at Spire Motorsports. I know that's not the day we wanted, but we had an opportunity to win the race. "I'm really proud of everyone at the Hendrick Motorsports engine shop – you guys saw those restarts, the motors were ripping. Just hate that we didn't get it done, but we knew we had to go for it. We went for it and it didn't work out." Logano went on to take the victory, followed by Ross Chastain and Ryan Blaney in second and third, respectively. NASCAR Cup Series at Texas Motor Speedway race results
