Question 1

Before the current 'Next Gen' car, what was the preceding generation of NASCAR Cup Series car officially called, introduced in 2007?

Accepted Answer

Car of Tomorrow (CoT)

Question 2

Who was the first African American driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race since Wendell Scott in 1963, achieving his victory at Talladega in 2021?

Accepted Answer

Bubba Wallace

Question 3

Which historic NASCAR short track is famously known for its unique 'paperclip' shape and tough, unforgiving racing?

Accepted Answer

Martinsville Speedway

Question 4

What is the common term used when a yellow flag is displayed, and the pace car leads the field to slow down due to an incident or debris?

Accepted Answer

Caution (or Caution Period)

Question 5

What is the name of the final, winner-take-all race in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs where the champion is crowned?

Accepted Answer

Championship 4 Race (at Phoenix Raceway)

Question 6

Which driver, known as 'DW,' won three Cup Series championships and was famous for his rivalry with Cale Yarborough in the 1970s and 80s?

Accepted Answer

Darrell Waltrip

Question 7

Who was the first-ever NASCAR Strictly Stock (now Cup Series) champion, winning the inaugural title in 1949?

Accepted Answer

Red Byron

Question 8

What was the original name of the NASCAR series that is now known as the Cup Series?

Accepted Answer

Strictly Stock Series

Question 9

Which track hosted the first-ever NASCAR Cup Series points-paying race under permanent artificial lights?

Accepted Answer

Charlotte Motor Speedway

Question 10

Which legendary driver holds the unfortunate distinction of having the most career NASCAR Cup Series wins (40) without ever winning a championship?

Accepted Answer

Mark Martin

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