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Amazon Prime’s Bold NASCAR Debut Makes Game-Changing Statement for Future Broadcasts

Amidst a soaring popularity across just a five-race schedule, Amazon Prime dominates fans and drivers alike with its uniqueness.
Amazon Prime booth NASCAR

Dale Jr. Proven Right as Prime Sends Shockwave Through NASCAR Garage

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s call for a deeper post-race NASCAR coverage is finally being validated, as Jeff Gordon nods the same.
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Kyle Busch’s Son Brexton Issues Statement at His Dad’s Toughest Track

As Kyle Busch battles to reclaim form at Charlotte, son Brexton keeps winning—and with Uncle Kurt quietly backing the next generation.
TALLADEGA, AL – APRIL 23: Kyle Busch ( 8 McLaren Custom Grills Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet) and son Brexton shake

Fans Applaud Amazon’s Unsung Hero Overshadowed by Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Superstar Aura

As Amazon Prime Video wraps its NASCAR broadcast season, fans can’t stop praising one man whose broadcasting turned him into an icon.
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Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s $12.2M Record Deal Sparks Uproar Across NASCAR Community

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. sells Slide Job Ranch for $12.2M, but it’s the fan reactions that stole the spotlight after the record-breaking deal.
Ricky Stenhouse Jr

Legendary FOX Broadcaster Lets Out Biggest Pride in 8 Words That Fueled His NASCAR Career

Veteran crew chief opens up about his life-changing decision in joining Robert Yates Racing and Davey Allison in 1991.
Fox NASCAR Booth

From NBC to Amazon – How Dale Earnhardt Jr Flipped His Script After a Year-Long Hiatus

After Dale Earnhardt Jr moved to Amazon Prime, he realized his path of progress from NBC, as he reflected recently.
Dale Earnhardt Jr

HMS Vice President’s Uncanny Meeting With Carson Hocevar Sparks Wild Silly Season Rumors

After an amazing streak of good finishes, Carson Hocevar invites the eyes of Hendrick Motorsports top seed, setting off rumors among fans.
Carson Hocevar

Kyle Larson Takes Shocking Decision About His Supercars Debut After His Double Debacle

After getting a bitter slap to his face at the Double, Kyle Larson pulls the plug on another off-NASCAR event he had fixed this year.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Practice & Qualifying Oct 12, 2024; Concord, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver K

“Give Us a Corey/Carl Cam” – NASCAR Fans Demand More After Viral Clip of Carl Edwards and Corey LaJoie

Carl Edwards is a fairly popular figure in the NASCAR community and many were saddened when he dropped off the NASCAR map, that is until now.
Carl Edwards, Corey LaJoie

Kyle Larson Drowns in Deep Regret Despite Heartfelt Apology to Roger Penske’s Star Champion

Kyle Larson relives his embarrassing moment from the Memorial Day weekend after apologizing for the Indy 500 gesture.
Kyle Larson, Roger Penske

Hendrick Motorsports Insider Delivers Bad News to Fans Over NASCAR’s Future

Hendrick Motorsports insider reveals the real challenge behind adding more horsepower to the Gen 7 cars.
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Hendrick Motorsports Underdog Stays Hopeful Despite Frustrating Start

After going through a series of misses, Alex Bowman is bent upon grabbing that elusive victory at upcoming races.
Alex Bowman

Fans’ Favorite Driver Thrown Under the Bus by Controversial NASCAR Pundit Over Bonehead Move

A viral rookie’s ARCA crash sparks debate on Driver readiness and double standards in NASCAR as Freddie Kraft spearhead this debate.
ARCA Menards Series 2020: ARCA Menards Series Sioux Chief PowerPEX 200 September 26 Memphis International Raceway

Outspoken Legend Calls Out Fans’ Hypocrisy as NASCAR Finally Brings Back the Charm

Amazon Prime brings fresh energy and Speed TV vibes at its NASCAR debut as Kenny Wallace and Ken Schrader praise them.
NASCAR Nashville Superspeedway

FOX Employee Gets Shamed in Public as ‘Whiny’ Accusations Sets Off NASCAR Fans

One FOX employee faced backlash as ‘whiny’ accusations fly after defending their broadcast against Prime's standout Coca-Cola 600 coverage.
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Veteran Crew Chief Bullish on Carson Hocevar’s 2025 NASCAR Maiden Victory

NASCAR legendary crew chief, Larry McReynolds shows confidence in Carson Hocevar's ability to bag a maiden win this season.
Carson Hocevar

Joey Logano Breaks Down NASCAR’s Coca Cola 600 Weekend as a Family-First Extravaganza

Joey Logano praises the Coke 600's family vibe as Team Penske has a rough night and falters under the unforgiving Charlotte lights.
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NASCAR Veteran Clinches 2026 Return With Kaulig Racing After Charlotte Surge

After turning things around at Charlotte, AJ Allmendinger punches his ticket to the 2026 season with his boss' renewed faith.
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Prime Video’s Coca-Cola 600 Win Spurs NASCAR Expansion With DIRECTV for Business

DIRECTV for Business has signed an agreement with Amazon Prime to broadcast the next four NASCAR Cup Series races at commercial spaces.
CHARLOTTE, NC – MAY 29: Denny Hamlin ( 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Clips Haircuts Toyota) races into turn 3 with Chase Elliott (

Ross Chastain’s Crew Chief Credits Shop Grind for Coca-Cola 600 Beatdown: “Would Not Have Been as Confident”

Ross Chastain's Coca-Cola 600 win began in the shop, where teamwork and preparation turned a crash into championship-level resilience.
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Dale Jr. Reveals Prime Video’s Greatest Edge That FOX Can Never Match in NASCAR

After joining Amazon Prime in the broadcast booth, Dale Jr. revealed what will given them an edge over broadcasting rival FOX.
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Amazon Prime Breathes New Life Into NASCAR as They Flip the Script With Viewership Numbers

NASCAR's 2025 Amazon Prime debut broke streaming records and drew younger fans, while some old-time fans struggled to watch.
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NASCAR Insiders Dissects Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Xfinity Champ’s Pit Gamble as Strategy Backfires

Dale Jr.'s team's Justin Allgaier’s pit gamble at Charlotte sparks debate as NASCAR insiders weigh in on what might’ve been a winning call.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Applauds Jimmie Johnson’s Bold Leadership Shift at Legacy MC

Jimmie Johnson might have lost the Coca-Cola 600, but his team is getting stronger. Dale Jr. points out why he feels LMC will grow stronger.
Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Jr

Dale Earnhardt Jr Casts Doubt on Kyle Larson’s Double Plans After Logistics Nightmare

Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on Kyle Larson's disappointing double attempt, and the former strongly advises against going for it again.
Kyle Larson and Dale Earnhardt Jr

About Charlotte Motor Speedway

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Charlotte Motor Speedway - 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track

Charlotte Motor Speedway is a speedway. It is situated in Concord, North Carolina. The speedway is just 13 miles outside Charlotte. The speedway has a 1.5 miles quad-oval track. It is featured in the NASCAR calendar. The track is host to the Coca-Cola 600 on Memorial Day weekend, and the Bank of America Roval 400.

The speedway was inaugurated in 1959 by Bruton Smith. The track is often seen as the home track for NASCAR. The reason for this is many racing organizations are situated in the Charlotte region. The track is owned and operated by Speedway Motorsports. Marcus G. Smith is the track president.

The 2,000 acres complex also has a new age quarter-mile racing strip, ZMAX Dragway. It is the lone all-solid, four-path drag strip in the United States. The strip is host to the NHRA races.

A cutting-edge clay oval is also close to the drag strip that hosts soil racing. This includes the famous World of Outlaws finals among other well-known races.

History

Charlotte Motor Speedway was planned and worked in 1959. It was built by Bruton Smith and his accomplice and driver Curtis Turner. On June 19, 1960, the first World 600 NASCAR race was held at this speedway. Although, the speedway declared financial insolvency notice on December 8, 1961.

The United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina revamped it under Chapter 10 of the Bankruptcy Act.

A board of significant investors in the speedway was gathered. It was headed by A. C. Goines and furniture storekeeper Richard Howard. Goines, Howard then attempted to get money to keep the speedway running.

By April 1963, $750,000 was paid to the lenders, and the track was running again. Goines was selected as the president of the speedway and Howard was the senior supervisor of the speedway. He was appointed to take care of its everyday activities.

By 1964, Howard become the track's senior supervisor. The speedway's home loan was settled completely on June 1, 1967. Even a public burning of the mortgage happened at the speedway.

In 1992, a $1.7 million, 1,200-fixture permanent lighting system around the track was created. It was done by Musco lighting.

The track was the first superspeedway to host evening racing. It was the biggest speedway with lights until 1998 when lights were introduced around the 2.5 miles (4.0 km) Daytona International Speedway.

Another $1 million, 20,000 square feet (1,900 m2) garage region was added in 1994 to the speedway.

Quick Facts

Location5555 Concord Parkway South Concord, NC, 28027
OperatorSpeedway Motorsports
Former NamesCharlotte Motor Speedway (1960–1998, 2010–present)

Lowe's Motor Speedway (1999–2009)

Major EventsNASCAR Cup Series:

Coca-Cola 600

Bank of America Roval 400

NASCAR Xfinity Series:

Alsco 300

Drive for the Cure 250

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series:

North Carolina Education Lottery 200

ARCA Menards Series

General Tire 150

Length1.5 mi (2.4 km)