Overview of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series highlights both iconic and emerging venues across its racing calendar, blending a rich heritage with the thrill of international racing, marking a first for the series.

• The new additions to the schedule include the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City, making it an exciting year for racing enthusiasts.
• Traditional tracks such as Daytona and Talladega remain pivotal in the series, alongside changes that bring a fresh look to the racing calendar.

Key Dates

• February 2: Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium (Winner: Chase Elliott)
• February 16: Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway (Winner: William Byron)
• February 23: Ambetter Health 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway (Winner: Christopher Bell)

Major Changes

• For 2025, NASCAR will not race on Easter Sunday, marking a shift in the traditional schedule.
• There will be a focus on creating a notable West Coast swing, starting with the Circuit of the Americas and ending with Las Vegas.
• The annual return of Darlington and Texas Motor Speedway into the calendar has also evoked excitement.

Playoff Structure

• The Southern 500 at Darlington will still open the playoffs, followed by critical races that determine Championship contenders.

As you prepare for a riveting season, detailed schedules and updates will follow as venues and competitors gear up for the season’s start.