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RACE WEEKEND: A capsule look at NASCAR’s visit to Loudon

By The Associated Press - | Aug 21, 2026

Team Penske driver Joey Logano, shown winning at Richmond last weekend, hopes to make it two in a row this weekend as NASCAR arrives at Loudon. (AP photo)

Here’s a capsule look at the NASCAR Weekend at Loudon:

NASCAR CUP SERIES

Dollar Tree 301

Site: Loudon, New Hampshire.

Track: New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Race distance: 301 laps, 318.46 miles.

Schedule: Saturday, practice, 10:35 a.m., qualifying, 11:40 a.m.; Sunday, race, 3 p.m. (USA).

Last year: While this year’s event falls during the regular season, Ryan Blaney won last year’s playoff race for his third victory of the season and a spot in the Round of 8.

Last race: Joey Logano earned the victory at Richmond, using fresher tires to pass Christopher Bell with 24 laps left before holding off Chase Briscoe late.

Next race: August 29, Daytona Beach, Florida.

NASCAR CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES

Team EJP 175

Site: Loudon, New Hampshire.

Track: New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Race distance: 175 laps, 185.15 miles.

Schedule: Friday, practice, 4 p.m., qualifying, 5:05 p.m.; Saturday, race, 1:30 p.m. (FS1).

Last year: Corey Heim dominated a crash-filled race from the pole, sweeping both stages and leading a race-high 124 laps en route to his 20th career series victory.

Last race: Kaden Honeycutt dominated at Richmond, leading 225 of 250 laps and taking control for good with 29 laps remaining to earn his second career victory and second of the season.

Next race: September 17, Bristol, Tennessee.

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