NASCAR Year In Review: Top 23 stories of 2023
A look back at the top 23 stories of the NASCAR 2023 season.
Ben Rhodes Wins Second Truck Title
Ben Rhodes won his second truck title in the last three years, despite a controversial and wreck-filled championship race.
ThorSport Racing's Rhodes will return to defend his title in 2024.
Cole Custer Wins Xfinity Title
After struggling in the Cup series, Cole Custer captured the Xfinity Series title for Stewart-Haas Racing.
Although the team faced challenges throughout the season, Custer performed when it mattered most.
Iowa Speedway Added to 2024 Schedule
The NASCAR Cup Series will visit Iowa Speedway for the first time in 2024, replacing the California Speedway.
NASCAR also announced a schedule change, with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval replacing the road course.
Prominent Rookies Join Cup Series
Three drivers signed contracts for their first full season in the Cup series, including Josh Berry at Stewart-Haas Racing, Carson Hocevar at Spire Motorsports, and Zane Smith racing a third Cup car for Spire.
Additionally, John Hunter Nemechek returned to Cup, replacing Noah Gragson at Legacy.
