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Dale Jr. Drops a Shocking Verdict on NASCAR and Goodyear’s Path-Breaking Brainchild Making Its Debut in Richmond

Dale Jr. explains why he isn't particularly enthusiastic about the introduction of the softer tire compound for the upcoming Richmond race.
November 17, 2017 – Homestead, Florida, United States of America – November 17, 2017 – Homestead, Fl

“We Want Horsepower”: NASCAR & $3.37 Billion Worth Partner’s Revolutionary Experiment in Richmond Leaves Fans Divided on Its Outcome

NASCAR plans to implement lessons learned from recent tests. With new tires set to debut, fans are left divided in their opinions
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Toyota Owners 400 Apr 2, 2023; Richmond, Virginia, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5)

Denny Hamlin Left Out to Dry After Frenemy Martin Truex Jr’s Ignorance to a Rare Alliance Ruined JGR’s Winning Chances in Pocono-“It Was a Killer”

Denny Hamlin expressed frustration over Martin Truex Jr.'s ill-timed move that cost him the checkered flag. Will the rivals/teammates learn to work together as the playoffs draw near for Joe Gibbs Racing?
Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr

“We Really Have Become IndyCar” Claim Displeased Fans as NASCAR Eyes North Wilkesboro’s Goodyear Repeat

NASCAR's option tires may not have worked at the All-Star race but they are making a come-back after the Olympic break!
NASCAR: NASCAR All-Star Race

Denny Hamlin Gets His Advantage Taken Away by NASCAR With Goodyear Ready to Revolutionize the Sport

With NASCAR rolling out a new tire plan for the upcoming Richmond race, Denny Hamlin reveals his cause for worry.
NASCAR: Daytona 500 Qualifying

Despite Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson Not Being on Decent Terms, Their Insiders Back Each Other Up as NASCAR Finally Gives In

More debate on the tire options! This time the approval comes from Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson's crew chief, despite their rivalry.
Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin

Richard Childress Insider Promises a Turnaround Amid Kyle Busch and Co.’s Worsening Season

Kyle Busch's playoff hopes hinge on unhampered consistency and winning across critical NASCAR tracks as new VP aims to address key issues.
NASCAR: Cup Series Playoff Media Day

“Everybody’s Going to Blame NASCAR”: Dale Jr Shuts Down Racing Community’s Relentless Criticism of NASCAR’s NHMS Gamble

NASCAR's bold move to use wet weather tires during a rain-delayed restart at NHMS leaves fans with half knowledge, Dale Jr emphasizes.
NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Ford EcoBoost 400-Practice, Nov 17, 2017; Homestead, FL, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Dale Earn

After NASCAR’s Chart-Topping Dominance, Is Iowa Speedway Ready to Ascend the Calendar

It will be interesting to see if NASCAR decides to add Iowa Speedway to the Cup Series schedule for 2025 season.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr Proposes Grand Solution for NASCAR’s Worst Short Track Experience in 2024

After North Wilkesboro's resurface delivers competent racing, Dale Earnhardt Jr believes Richmond Raceway should follow suit.
AUTO: OCT 16 NASCAR Cup Series Playoff South Point 400

North Wilkesboro Weather Update: “We Ain’t Seeing S**T,” Frustration Sweeps Over Fans Amidst Chance of Rain Wipeout

Persistent rain throughout May in the Triad has fans concerned about the weather for All-Star Race week in North Wilkesboro.
April 25, 2022, North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States of America: North Wilkesboro Speedway is a short oval ra

NASCAR VP Shuts Down Kyle Busch and Denny Hamlin’s Claims With Ultimatum on the Horsepower Debate

NASCAR senior official has clarified their final take on the horsepower debate, indicating potential changes that may not directly involve hp.
Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch

About Richmond Raceway

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Richmond Raceway- 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track

Richmond Raceway (RR) is a 0.75-mile (1.21 km), D-formed, asphalt race track in Richmond, Virginia. It hosts the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. Known as "America's head short track," it has once facilitated renowned occasions as the IROC arrangement, Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown, and the USAC run vehicle arrangement.

Because of Richmond Raceway's one-of-a-kind "D" shape which permits drivers to arrive at high paces, it has, for quite some time, been known as a short track that races like a superspeedway. With its different racing notches and proclivity for contact, Richmond is a top pick among NASCAR drivers and fans.

In 2010, the track presented a cutting-edge video scoring tower that flaunts more LED area than some other in the motorsports business. The cap highlights four HD LED screens that measure 38-feet wide by 24-feet high.

The screens broadcast live race activity and pre-created video and illustrations. The stem shows the running order and can turn through the whole field. Before 2019, the raceway had track seating of 59,000.

History

Richmond Raceway is the lone track in NASCAR with various races on the timetable that has the entirety of its occasions around evening time. The "Activity Track" is noted for having sold out 33 back-to-back NASCAR Cup Series races.

The sellout streak finished in September 2008 in part because of the financial decline; however, the main consideration in ticket deals was the effect of Tropical Storm Hanna.

Richmond had facilitated the last "regular season" race, paving the way to the beginning of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, every year since the idea was presented in 2004 until 2018, when it was moved into the playoffs.

Richmond Raceway is home to two NASCAR races in both the Cup Series and Xfinity Series.

There are a couple of spring races, generally during the first week of April. The Xfinity race is presently 250 laps (187.5 miles) and is named the ToyotaCare 250. The NASCAR Cup Series race is right now 400 laps (300 miles) and is named the Toyota Owners 400.

There are a couple of fall races, generally during the second week of September. The 250-lap (187.5 miles) Xfinity race is as of now supported by Virginia 529 College Savings Plan and is named the Go Bowling 250.

The 400-lap (300 miles) fall Cup race is at present supported by Federated Auto Parts and is named the Federated Auto Parts 400.

Under the flow plan, it is the last race before the season finisher style Chase for the Championship arrangement of races that decide the Cup champion starts, and the last possibility for drivers to acquire a spot in the Chase.

Quick Facts

LocationHenrico County, Virginia, United States
OperatorInternational Speedway Corporation
Former NamesRichmond International Raceway (1989–2017)

Richmond Fairgrounds Raceway (1969–1988)
Virginia State Fairgrounds (1964–1968)
Atlantic Rural Fairgrounds (1955–1963)
Atlantic Rural Exposition Fairgrounds Track (1946–1955)

Major EventsNASCAR Cup Series

Toyota Owners 400 (April)

Federated Auto Parts 400 (September)

NASCAR Xfinity Series

Go Bowling 250 (September)

NASCAR Camping World Truck

Series ToyotaCare 250 (April)

Length0.75 mi (1.21 km)
Most WinsRichard Petty (13)
Most StartsRichard Petty (63)
PolesRichard Petty, Bobby Allison (8)