NASCAR drivers all compete by their own code, but what happens when they clash?
Should non-playoff drivers race differently against playoff drivers? Bob Pockrass tackles a sticky question about conduct. OCTOBER 21, 2021
Team Penske drivers giving Joe Gibbs Racing, Hendrick Motorsports a run for their money
Hendrick and JGR were expected to cruise in the playoffs, but Penske has thrown a wrench in those plans, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 18, 2021
Kyle Larson wins again at Texas, clinches spot in the Championship 4
Kyle Larson recorded his eighth win this season with another dominant outing at Texas. Here are Bob Pockrass' takeaways. OCTOBER 18, 2021
Next Gen testing gives NASCAR drivers key time in new car
Testing the Next Gen car gives drivers a chance to work out some bugs, but there is much work to be done, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 14, 2021
The Round of 8: Bob Pockrass breaks down the Cup Series playoffs semifinals
Who's cruising toward the final four, and who needs speed? Bob Pockrass breaks down the Cup Series playoffs Round of 8. OCTOBER 12, 2021
Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick continue to escalate their dispute on the track
Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick showed Sunday that their feud – while on ice for now – is far from over, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 11, 2021
Kyle Larson pulls off clutch comeback, while Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick continue feud
Kyle Larson overcame an alternator issue to win at Charlotte, while the Elliott-Harvick feud continued. Here are Bob Pockrass' takeaways. OCTOBER 11, 2021
Kyle Larson knows not to get too comfortable heading into Charlotte
Kyle Larson is in good shape in the Cup Series playoffs, but he knows that can change in a hurry, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 7, 2021
Talladega proves pivotal for Bubba Wallace, Brad Keselowski, Kyle Larson, more
The rain-shortened day at Talladega brought a mix of triumph, disappointment and stress for drivers, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 5, 2021
Bubba Wallace breaks through with first Cup Series win at Talladega
In a rain-shortened race at Talladega, Bubba Wallace finally got the victory he has been chasing, Bob Pockrass writes. OCTOBER 4, 2021
NASCAR drivers have crucial tests of Next Gen car on the horizon
NASCAR drivers have crucial tests on the Next Gen car upcoming, with cockpit heat a big concern. Bob Pockrass has the story. OCTOBER 4, 2021
NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Talladega moved to Monday due to rain
Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Talladega has been moved to Monday due to rain. Bob Pockrass has the details. OCTOBER 3, 2021
Drivers face crucial decisions as Cup Series playoffs reach climax
To help or not to help a competitor? That will be the question at Talladega on Sunday, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Kevin Harvick is trying to get into Chase Elliott's head, which is no surprise
Kevin Harvick's anger with Chase Elliott could be real, or he could be simply looking for a mental edge, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Denny Hamlin's big win, Kyle Larson's costly error define Las Vegas
Denny Hamlin is on to the Round of 8, while Kyle Larson and his team are regretting a woeful decision, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Kyle Larson on Cup title chances: 'I don’t view what I’m doing now as redemption'
Suspended for using a racial slur in 2020, Kyle Larson isn't viewing his Cup title chances in 2021 as a "redemption" story. SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Is Kyle Busch a title contender? He aims to find out in Las Vegas
Kyle Busch hopes to get some clarity on the quality of his team with a big playoff push in Las Vegas, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
NASCAR playoffs: Breaking down the unpredictable Round of 12
A dozen drivers remain, which means a lot of drama awaits in the Cup Series Round of 12. Bob Pockrass breaks it down. SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick dust-up injects drama into Cup Series playoffs
The Cup Series playoffs got their first bit of real drama via Chase Elliott and Kevin Harvick on Saturday, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Kyle Larson wins at Bristol with a little help from teammate Chase Elliott
Kyle Larson won for the sixth time, but Kevin Harvick was fuming over the tactics of Larson's teammate, Chase Elliott. SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
NASCAR playoff race at Bristol is one last chance to avoid mistakes
Saturday's race at Bristol is one last chance for playoff contenders to eliminate mistakes — or else, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
NASCAR's schedule changes for 2022 show an effort to keep things fresh
Bob Pockrass examines NASCAR's 2022 schedule, featuring a new race at Gateway in St. Louis and a shift toward Sunday events. SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
NASCAR to hold 2022 exhibition race at L.A. Memorial Coliseum
NASCAR is coming to Los Angeles in 2022, with the Clash exhibition race at the Coliseum. Bob Pockrass has the details. SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Of Hendrick drivers, only Kyle Larson has been dominant in the playoffs so far
Hendrick drivers dominated NASCAR's regular season, but the playoffs have been a different story, Bob Pockrass writes. SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Martin Truex comes from behind to win Cup Series playoff race at Richmond
An early penalty can't stop Martin Truex from winning Saturday night's playoff race. Bob Pockrass has takeaways from Richmond. SEPTEMBER 12, 2021