LINCOLN, Ala. —
It's time to start your engines!
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series makes its way to Talladega for the YELLAWOOD 500 on Oct. 19, 2025.
Fans can expect the high-speed, high-drama action the iconic track is famous for. Drivers will go nearly 200 mph around the speedway for 188 laps.
The second race of the Round of 8 will be televised on NBC, and you can watch it on WVTM 13 or on Peacock at 1 p.m. CT. You can get tickets to see it in person here .
Leading up to the race, WVTM 13 is catching up with some of the people involved to see how they are preparing.
Check back with WVTM 13 every week to see how the Superspeedway is prepping.
One month to go
The NASCAR playoffs are heating up, with fans eagerly anticipating next month's race at Talladega Superspeedway after a dramatic