: The top 16 drivers qualify based solely on regular-season points (the "win-and-you're-in" rule has been retired).

: The third level, featuring modified pickup trucks. Race Format & 2026 Championship

: A 10-race postseason where points are re-seeded just once. There are no more eliminations throughout these final 10 races.

NASCAR operates three major national touring series, often referred to as a "ladder" for driver development:

: (Formerly Xfinity) The second division, serving as a training ground for up-and-coming talent.

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: The top 16 drivers qualify based solely on regular-season points (the "win-and-you're-in" rule has been retired).

: The third level, featuring modified pickup trucks. Race Format & 2026 Championship nascar

: A 10-race postseason where points are re-seeded just once. There are no more eliminations throughout these final 10 races. : The top 16 drivers qualify based solely

NASCAR operates three major national touring series, often referred to as a "ladder" for driver development: nascar

: (Formerly Xfinity) The second division, serving as a training ground for up-and-coming talent.