Overview

• Officials confirmed on-track testing at North Wilkesboro for late season to early December, with Steve O’Donnell saying the session will guide next steps.
• The higher-power package targets roughly 750 hp only at short ovals and selected road courses, with five of the first eight 2026 races slated to use it for early evaluation.
• Drivers offered cautious reactions as Kyle Larson urged fans to temper expectations, while Chase Elliott called the move a good effort and others said it should slightly improve racing.
• NASCAR cited cost and technical limits for capping power near 750 hp, with executives noting a jump beyond that could require $40–50 million and yield short‑life engines.
• Teams and tire supplier feedback highlight tire falloff as pivotal, with Joey Logano and Christopher Bell saying added power should work the tires harder and complement recent Goodyear gains.