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Gucci Joins F1 As Alpine's Title Sponsor, Bringing Us One Step Closer To Cigarettes Also Returning To F1

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:37:57 +0000

Not every F1 fan on the internet is going to love seeing the fashion brand that cursed the world with those stupid belts, but you know what? This kicks ass.

The First Turbocharged Engine To Ever Race At Indy Was A Semi-Truck Engine

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 26 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

What's the strangest car to ever qualify for the Indy 500? With its truck roots and unique engineering, the #28 Cummins Diesel Special is a strong contender.

While NASCAR Euro Ran Michelin, BFGoodrich, Continental And Hoosier Rubber, U.S. Races Stayed Loyal To One Brand

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sun, 24 May 2026 17:05:00 +0000

Its heritage deeply embedded in American racing culture, NASCAR's Cup, Xfinity, and Truck series have been relying on this tire brand for almost 30 years.

Felix Rosenqvist's Last Lap Onboard Is A Thrill Ride To Indy 500 History

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:41:56 +0000

The Swede began the last-lap shootout in third, and his car's onboard camera captured the unfiltered intensity of the frantic rush to the front.

Kyle Busch's Sudden Death At 41 Is A Tragic End To A Legendary Career

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:07:04 +0000

Absolutely relentless on the track and unabashedly outspoken out of the car, Busch had more haters than fans at his peak, but his talent was always undeniable.

Someone You Know Is Going To The Races This Weekend

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 19 May 2026 03:25:00 +0000

One in every 615 North American residents will be in one of these three crowds.

IndyCars Running Bonkers Powertrains May Sound Awesome, But Making Racing Relevant To The Road Remains Much More Important

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Thu, 28 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Racing is expensive, and winning never hurts, but to continue into the future, every series still has to answer the question of, "What are we even doing here?"

'My Favorite Place On The Calendar' Porsche's Championship-Leading Driver And Motorsport Director On Why IMSA Racing At Laguna Seca Is So Special

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Thu, 28 May 2026 18:11:51 +0000

I sat down with Urs Kuratle, head of Porsche's LMDh program, and Laurin Heinrich, one of two JDC-Miller 963 drivers, the only customer car on the GTP grid.

Stunt On Everyone At The Indy 500 Next Weekend By Rolling Up In Two-Time Winner Arie Luyendyk's Hot Rod Rambler

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Thu, 14 May 2026 16:13:38 +0000

This would make a great summertime daily driver, and you can tell everyone you're driving the same car a two-time Indy 500 winner once owned.

Katherine Legge Will Become The First Woman In History To Run Indy 500 And Coca-Cola 600 In The Same Day

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Wed, 13 May 2026 14:42:09 +0000

She should have plenty of time to catch a helicopter from Indy to an airport, hop a flight, and get another helicopter into Charlotte for the big NASCAR run.

Watch As Shawn Langdon Makes The Fastest Drag Racing Run Ever

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Mon, 11 May 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Despite FOX's claim that IndyCar is the "fastest seat in sports" the title truly belongs to the land rockets running in the NHRA.

IndyCar Removes America 250 T-Shirt After Backlash, But The Remaining Ones Aren't Great

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Thu, 07 May 2026 12:46:52 +0000

Graphic art is my passion.

TRD Vs. GR: What's The Difference Between Toyota's Racing Divisions?

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Thu, 07 May 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Toyota now has two performance divisions: Toyota Racing Development (TRD) and Gazoo Racing (GR). Here's how to easily differentiate between the two.

Diesel Dragsters Might Be Quicker Than You Realize

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Tue, 05 May 2026 11:25:00 +0000

Diesel doesn't necessarily have the best - or sportiest - reputation, but in the world of drag racing, diesel-powered racers are getting ever more competitive.

F1 Is Back: Kimi Antonelli Continues Teenage Tear To World Title In Miami

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Mon, 04 May 2026 18:21:52 +0000

Kimi Antonelli won the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, his third consecutive race victory.

Paul Newman Raced At Le Mans Only Once — And Came In Second In His Porsche 935

staff@jalopnik.com (Benjamin Gracias) — Sun, 03 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Paul Newman wasn't just a legendary actor, he was also a skilled racecar driver. He even competed at the Le Mans and came in second in this iconic Porsche.

Why This Funny Car Driver Is Excited About The Aftermath Of His Engine Explosion

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Sat, 02 May 2026 19:05:00 +0000

Normally, an explosion like this would destroy a funny car body, preventing it from being used again, but this car's design kept it intact.

The Choptop Challenge Is The Sketchiest Fun You Can Have On Four Wheels

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

I'm definitely going to be a repeat Choptop offender. I need this level of reverie in my life. This is real, old-school car fun.

The F1 Drought May Be Extended Because Of Rain

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:04:43 +0000

If Sunday's race gets suspended or canceled, it would mean an almost two-month-long break for Formula 1 until May 24 in Montreal.

Cadillac's Miami F1 Livery Is A Good Livery, But Bad For Miami

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:12:16 +0000

We love the idea of special liveries for different races, but a vibrant place like Miami deserves a better scheme than this monochrome design.