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Friday 5: Pressure builds for teams heading into Coca-Cola 600

The Coca-Cola 600 marks the halfway point in the regular season. Also, All-Star winner Kyle Larson on his new routine. How the lessons learned from an Olympic champion will help one driver Sunday.

William Byron wins pole for Coca-Cola 600

William Byron will start on the front row with Aric Almirola.

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Top storylines for Coke 600 at Charlotte

NASCAR America unpacks the top storylines for this weekend's Cup race and reveals the drives to watch at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Memorial Day.

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Clint Bowyer, Ryan Newman ‘clear the air’ about All-Star incident

Both drivers took part in an autograph session together on Thursday.

- Dustin Long

Starting lineup for the Coca-Cola 600

William Byron and Aric Almirola will start on the front row of the 60th Coca-Cola 600.

- Daniel McFadin

Joey Logano and family mourn their dog

The Logano family dog, Luigi, had been missing since Tuesday.

- Dustin Long

Xfinity Series practice report from Charlotte Motor Speedway

Tyler Reddick was fastest in both practice sessions on Thursday.

- Daniel McFadin

Brad Keselowski’s wife due with couple’s second child

Due date is expected to be around the NASCAR banquet in early December.

- Dustin Long

Christopher Bell’s car damaged by man-hole cover

Christopher Bell's splitter was damaged by a man-hole cover in the Xfinity Series garage.

- Daniel McFadin

Daniel Hemric fastest in first Coca-Cola 600 practice

Daniel Hemric recorded a top speed of 182.791 mph in Thursdays only Cup practice session.

- Daniel McFadin

Shane Lee to drive for new Xfinity team with Circuit City sponsorship

Shane Lee will drive the No. 28 Toyota starting June 16 at Iowa Speedway.

- Daniel McFadin

Gallery: Coca-Cola 600 patriotic paint schemes

Take a look at the special paint schemes that will be in action this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

- Daniel McFadin

Kyle Larson wins Speed 51 Open kart race

Kyle Larson won the Speed 51 Open at Millbridge Speedway in Salisbury, North Carolina.

- Daniel McFadin

Coca-Cola 600 weekend schedule

This weekend marks the 60th running of the Coca-Cola 600.

- Daniel McFadin

Tony Stewart: Clint Bowyer ‘has got to take his helmet off’ for a fight

Tony Stewart shared his thoughts on Clint Bowyer's post-race altercation with Ryan Newman at the All-Star Race.

- Daniel McFadin

Social media salutes NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2020

Plaudits were many as fellow drivers and more took to Twitter to congratulate those named Wednesday to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2020.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Stewart on 'unbelievable feeling' of being in HOF

Tony Stewart joined NASCAR America moments after being inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

Labonte rounds out NASCAR Hall of Fame class

Bobby Labonte joins his brother Terry as a NASCAR Hall of Famer.

Baker inducted to NASCAR Hall of Fame

The NASCAR America crew break down how Buddy Baker moved the needle in racing despite a lack of stats.

Waddell Wilson inducted to NASCAR Hall of Fame

Crew chief and engine builder Waddell Wilson was inducted to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2020.

Gibbs now a Hall of Famer in both NASCAR and NFL

Joe Gibbs was inducted to the 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame Class, decades after being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Nate Ryan’s ballot for 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame class

Check out the four names who received votes from Nate Ryan for the Class of 2019.

- Nate Ryan

Stewart leads 2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame class

The NASCAR America crew explains why Tony Stewart's first-ballot induction to the Hall of Fame was a no-brainer.

Tony Stewart leads 2020 HOF Class

Tony Stewart was elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year on the ballot.

- Daniel McFadin

Kyle Larson needs ‘timing’ to be right for Indy 500 attempt

Will Kyle Larson ever run the Indy 500? He would like to, but everything would have to be right, and he'd have to be competitive.

- Jerry Bonkowski

NASCAR America at 5 p.m. ET: 2020 NASCAR Hall class revealed, followed by IndyCar Live

Who will be chosen for induction into next year's NASCAR Hall of Fame Class? Find out today on NASCAR America presents MotorMouths from 5 to 6 p.m. ET on NBCSN.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Ross Chastain adds fifth Xfinity race with Kaulig Racing

Ross Chastain will now drive the No. 10 Chevrolet three more times in 2019.

- Daniel McFadin

Daniel Suarez looks to go from good to great

Daniel Suarez is still seeking his first career Cup win, but he continues moving up the success ladder. Could that first win be in Sunday's Coca-Cola 600?

- Jerry Bonkowski

NASCAR announces merger agreement with International Speedway Corp.

International Speedway Corp. owns 12 tracks that host NASCAR races, including Daytona International Speedway.

- Dustin Long

NBC Sports Power Rankings: Coke 600

Kyle Busch is back on top of this week's Power Rankings, but it's another Kyle that makes the biggest jump after winning the NASCAR All-Star Race.

- NBC Sports Staff

NASCAR America: Dale Jr. Download with Mike Helton, 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Helton are good friends, but there was one day at Bristol Motor Speedway where that friendship was tested a bit.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Missouri’s Lucas Oil Speedway heavily damaged by possible tornado

Several individuals were injured after severe storms wreaked havoc on the area in and around Lucas Oil Speedway in Missouri.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Dale Earnhardt Jr. opens up on why he hid his smoking and how he quit

The NASCAR on NBC analyst said he didn't want to disappoint people, especially his dad. His wife, Amy, helped him break the habit, and he now is trying to help others.

- Nate Ryan

Goodyear tire info for Charlotte

Goodyear will debut a special 'Honor and Remember' sidewall on all tires to be used this weekend by both Cup and Xfinity cars.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Preliminary entry lists for Cup, Xfinity at Charlotte

The longest race of the NASCAR Cup season takes place Sunday night, while the Xfinity Series races Saturday afternoon.

- Jerry Bonkowski

Bump and Run: Which IndyCar, NASCAR drivers should try other series?

The NBC Sports writers give their take on drivers they'd like to see switch series for a race and also debate NASCAR not penalizing Clint Bowyer and Ryan Newman.

- NBC Sports Staff

Bubba Wallace bounced back during All-Star Race

Bubba Wallace's performance in the All-Star Race stands out as one of the weekend's best.

Larson wins All-Star Race with boost from Harvick

NASCAR America analyze Kyle Larson's win in the 2019 NASCAR All-Star Race, which included a boost from Kevin Harvick early in the last stage.

Simplicity was key in 2019 NASCAR All-Star Race

The NASCAR America crew breaks down all the components of the 2019 NASCAR All-Star Race that came together for an unforgettable weekend in Charlotte.

Was 2019 NASCAR All-Star weekend best to date?

Jeff Burton, Steve Letarte, and Dale Jarrett recap the 2019 NASCAR All-Star weekend and look at why tradition is still important to the sport.

NASCAR America at 5 p.m. ET: All-Star Race recap

Steve Letarte, Jeff Burton and Dale Jarrett discuss the All-Star Race in Charlotte and more.

- Daniel McFadin

Long: All-Star Race shows value of shorter distances for Cup events

No one was talking about how short the All-Star Race was but how much action took place. Also, what is the event's future, how synthetic turf made a difference and Kyle Larson on his win.

- Dustin Long

eNASCAR Heat Pro League season begins Sunday in Charlotte

The virtual races at Charlotte Motor Speedway will begin at 3:30 p.m. ET Sunday and will be streamed on Facebook and Twitch.

- Daniel McFadin

Dick Trickle statue dedicated in Wisconsin hometown

The statue of the late Dick Trickle was erected in Rudolph, Wisconsin.

- Daniel McFadin

All-Star winners & losers

Kyle Larson was among the many winners during a wild night of racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

- Dustin Long

Being in Open was key for 4 drivers who transferred into All-Star Race

All-Star winner Kyle Larson, Bubba Wallace, William Byron and Alex Bowman transferred from the Monster Energy Open and all finished in the top 10 in the All-Star Race.

- Jerry Bonkowski