NASCAR moved the Dollar Tree 301 start time to 2 pm EST to sidestep potential rain at New Hy
Sunday’s pre‑race schedule now reads:
- 7 am – Parking opens
- 8:30 am – Ticket booths open
- 10 am – Fan zone, ticket gates, suites & hospitality open
- 11:30 am–1:45 pm – Fan‑track access
- 1 pm – Drivers’ meeting
- 1:25 pm – Driver introductions
- 2 pm – “Drivers, start your engines!”
- 2:20 pm – Green flag
Goodyear’s wet‑weather tires, deployed at NH MS earlier in 2024, remain available should rain arrive. Saturday’s grid stands unchanged.
The “Magic Mile” hosts the Cup’s penultimate race, with the 16‑driver Chase still undecided. Coverage airs live on USA, where the abbreviated pre‑race show will start as engines rev at 2 pm.
Ryan Blaney is the defending champion at this track, and the Truck Series will run a race on Saturday. The updated timetable aims to keep the weekend running smoothly amid weather concerns.
NASCAR shifts start earlier for New Hampshire Cup race amid weather threat
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