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NASCAR Makes a Shocking Move with Electric SUV Unveil in Chicago

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Revolutionizing the racing world, NASCAR showcased its first-ever electric racecar in the heart of Chicago, sparking excitement and curiosity among fans.

NASCAR, known for its thunderous gas-guzzling racecars, caused a stir in the racing community by unveiling an unexpected addition to its lineup - an all-electric SUV. The traditional roar of engines was replaced with the silent power of clean technology during the event in downtown Chicago, signaling a shift towards sustainability in the racing world.

The NASCAR Street Race in Chicago was a sensory overload of excitement with the powerful bass-like vibrations of the cars igniting energy in the crowd. Spectators like Robert Johnson felt the thrill of the race in a new way, resonating with the unique experience brought by the fusion of technology and tradition on the tracks.

Amidst the buzz, NASCAR revealed its groundbreaking electric racecar prototype, showcasing a new era of eco-friendly racing. The ABB NASCAR EV Prototype, a nod to NASCAR's collaboration with Formula E's title partner ABB, hinted at the future possibilities and greener initiatives in the fiercely competitive racing world.

As the anticipation builds for the electrifying future of NASCAR, fans eagerly await more details on the organization's commitment to eco-conscious racing and the potential for a full-fledged electric racing series. The shift towards clean power has opened new avenues for innovation and excitement, setting the stage for a thrilling transformation in the world of motorsports.

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NASCAR unveils electric SUV, but the race series isn't giving ... (CNNMoney)

NASCAR racing is all about loud, fast cars burning gas and rubber around a track. But on Saturday, NASCAR unveiled something different: an all-electric SUV ...

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NASCAR Street Race takes over Chicago (CBS Chicago)

It's the kind of noise you can feel. "Like bass. Like a strong bass on your body, so it was pretty cool, exciting," said Robert Johnson. "Just like the ...

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A Green Flag for Clean Power: NASCAR Unveils Its First Electric ... (WTTW News)

NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar Saturday in downtown Chicago, but it doesn't thunder when the grand marshal says โ€œdrivers, start your engines.

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NASCAR reveals electric prototype, no commitment to racing it (autosport.com)

The ABB NASCAR EV Prototype has been so named in deference to NASCAR's new partnership with Formula E's title partner ABB, the first official partner of its โ€œ ...

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NASCAR's Electric Bugaloo: EV Prototype Makes Its Public Debut In ... (Forbes)

NASCAR finally showcases an electric vehicle prototype debuting it in Chicago. But a fully electric racing series is still nothing more than a distant ...

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NASCAR debuts electric race car prototype ahead of Chicago Street ... (NBC News)

NASCAR on Saturday unveiled a prototype electric race car as part of a new initiative that aims to reduce the organization's emissions and electrify aspects ...

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Kyle Larson wins pole for NASCAR's Chicago street race - ESPN (ESPN)

Kyle Larson has won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series street race in downtown Chicago, beating Ty Gibbs by one-hundredth of a second.

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NASCAR shows off an EV prototype (The Verge)

NASCAR showed off a new EV prototype stock car at the Chicago Street Race today as part of a presentation on its sustainability initiatives, which it has a ...

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2024 Grant Park 165 picks, best bets, Chicago odds, start time ... (CBSSports.com)

Steven Taranto has hit 10 winners this year and reveals his NASCAR picks and racing best bets for the NASCAR at Chicago Street Course race on Sunday.

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Kyle Larson to start from the pole in NASCAR's Chicago street race (USA TODAY)

Kyle Larson edged Ty Gibbs for the pole position for Sunday's Grant Park 165 NASCAR Cup Series on the Chicago Street Course.

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What channel is 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race on today ... (The Indianapolis Star)

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race is today. How to watch the NASCAR Cup Series race? What channel is Grant Park 165 on? What time does it start? What to know.

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NASCAR unveils its 1st electric racecar, gauges fan interest - ESPN (ESPN)

With the unveiling of its first electric racecar Saturday in Chicago, NASCAR hopes to capture fan interest in electric racing.

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What channel is 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race on today ... (Yahoo Sports)

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race is today. How to watch the NASCAR Cup Series race? What channel is Grant Park 165 on? What time does it start? What to know.

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NASCAR Chicago Street Race: Starting lineup, TV schedule for ... (The Tennessean)

The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season continues with the Grant Park 165 at the Chicago Street Race on Sunday. See the starting lineup here.

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NASCAR at Chicago 2024: Start time, TV, streaming, lineup for ... (USA TODAY)

All the information you need to get ready for the Grant Park 165 NASCAR Cup Series race, Sunday on the streets of downtown Chicago.

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Isolated showers, storms possible in Chicago area on NASCAR race ... (NBC Chicago)

An unsettled weather pattern is emerging this week, with several days of scattered showers and storms. Published 29 mins ago โ€ข Updated 47 seconds ago.

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2024 Grant Park 165 odds, lineup, predictions, time: Model reveals ... (CBSSports.com)

SportsLine simulated the 2024 Grant Park 165 10000 times and revealed its NASCAR Cup Series picks for the Chicago Street Race.

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NASCAR in Chicago: It's Day 2 in Grant Park, featuring 2 big ... (WGN-TV)

It's Day 2 of the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race, with the featured race and two big concerts scheduled for Sunday in and around Grant Park.

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2024 Grant Park 165: NASCAR at Chicago DFS lineups, Fantasy ... (CBSSports.com)

NASCAR picks, daily fantasy lineups, fantasy projections and sleepers for the 2024 Grant Park 165 on the Chicago Street Course.

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A green flag for clean power: NASCAR unveils its first electric racecar (Tech Xplore)

Part of the experience of a NASCAR race is hearing the engine roar, the rumble of each car's approach and the zip when it whizzes past at more than 150 mph.

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NASCAR Chicago weekend continues with the Grant Park 165: Live ... (Chicago Sun-Times)

The green flag drops around 3:30 p.m. for Sunday's Cup Series race, the weekend's marquee event.

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2024 Grant Park 165 picks, best bets, Chicago odds, start time ... (CBSSports.com)

Steven Taranto has hit 10 winners this year and reveals his NASCAR picks and racing best bets for the NASCAR at Chicago Street Course race on Sunday.

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NASCAR unveils first EV prototype, title sponsor (Sports Business Journal)

The EV is a crossover utility vehicle that was built by NASCAR's research and development team in concert with its three carmakers, Ford, Chevrolet and Toyota, ...

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NASCAR Chicago predictions 2024: Expert picks for Cup Series ... (The Tennessean)

Our NASCAR predictions are in for Sunday's Cup Series Chicago street race. Here's who our experts are picking to win the 2024 Grant Park 165.

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Here's a track map for the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race (NBC Chicago)

NASCAR returns to Chicago this weekend for the Grant Park 165, and the 12-turn circuit will include some of the city's most iconic streets. Here's how the.

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NASCAR expects better weather, environment for Cup Series race ... (Sports Business Journal)

NASCAR's Cup Series Grant Park 165 in Chicago is set for today at 4:30pm ET on NBC and Peacock, and the weather is forecast to be partly cloudy with ...

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At-track photos: 2024 Chicago Street Race Weekend (NASCAR)

See the best photos at the Chicago Street Course as the NASCAR Xfinity and Cup Series take on the tricky streets of the Windy City.

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NASCAR in Chicago live: Results, updates, highlights as race red ... (USA TODAY)

The NASCAR Cup Series races in downtown Chicago for the second straight year. Follow for updates, highlights and more from today's Grant Park 165.

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Shane van Gisbergen knocked out of NASCAR Cup Series race (1 News)

Van Gisbergen was clipped and crashed into the temporary wall during the rainy race in Chicago.

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Rain puts NASCAR Street Race on hold (CBS Chicago)

CHICAGO (CBS) -- With rain tires on the track and ponchos in the stands, NASCAR Street Race fans watched the skies Sunday after some afternoon rain delayed ...

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NASCAR Chicago Street Race weekend continues; rain delay ... (WLS-TV)

When does NASCAR start today? Gates open at 9 a.m. for Day Two of Chicago NASCAR 2024. The Cup Series race will start at 3:30 p.m..

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ABB and NASCAR EV prototype in Chicago Street Race (EVs & Beyond)

The ABB NASCAR Electrification Innovation Partnership will explore high-performance electric racing and create strategic opportunities for electrification ...

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NASCAR: Alex Bowman wins rain-shortened race at Chicago street ... (Yahoo Sports)

The street course race was plagued by rain for the second straight year and Bowman won the shortened race over Tyler Reddick thanks to a decision to stay out on ...

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Bowman wraps up a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs with a ... (KGET 17)

Bowman held off Tyler Reddick on a rainy street course in downtown Chicago on Sunday, stopping an 80-race winless drought. It was his first victory since Las ...

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NASCAR playoff picture: Cup Series points standings after Chicago ... (The Tennessean)

Find the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs picture with points standings heading out of Sunday's race at Chicago.

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Shane van Gisbergen knocked out of NASCAR Cup Series race in ... (The Associated Press)

Alex Bowman secured a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs when he held on for the victory on a rainy street course in downtown Chicago.

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Shane van Gisbergen crashes out of NASCAR Chicago street race (RNZ)

New Zealand driver Shane van Gisbergen was unable to defend his title after crashing out of the NASCAR Chicago street race despite dominating early.

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Bowman wraps up a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs with a ... (12news.com KPNX)

Bowman conquered the rainy streets of Chicago on Sunday, getting his first win since March 2022 and clinching a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.

What to Watch: Chicago ready for NASCAR's second wind on city ... (NASCAR Chicago Street Race)

Everything you need to know for Sunday's Grant Park 165 on the Chicago Street Course, the 20th race of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season. Grant Park 165.

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When will DuSable Lake Shore Drive reopen after the NASCAR ... (NBC Chicago)

Northbound and southbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive will reopen on different days and times following this weekend's NASCAR Chicago Street Race ...

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NASCAR Chicago street race winners and losers: Alex Bowman ... (The Tennessean)

Rain was the big storyline for the second straight year. It hurt the best street race drivers in the race in Kyle Larson and Shane van Gisbergen. Alex Bowman ...

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NASCAR, ABB reveal EV prototype and launch electrification ... (Green Car Congress)

NASCAR and ABB announced the ABB NASCAR Electrification Innovation Partnership and revealed a new EV prototype at the Chicago Street Race over the weekend.

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Winners, losers from NASCAR Cup, Xfinity races on the streets of ... (NBC Sports Chicago)

Alex Bowman celebrated his win, but some of the favorites had a rough day in Sunday's Cup race.

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Alex Bowman Outlasts the Rain for NASCAR Win at Chicago Street ... (Autoweek)

With Bowman's eighth career victory, he snapped an 80-race winless streak and gained a playoff berth. Hendrick Motorsports and Team Penske have now qualified ...

NASCAR Cup Series Chicago: Alex Bowman takes the win in ... (Yahoo Sports)

Rain may have slowed down the NASCAR Cup in Chicago, but the race still crowned a new winner after Shane van Gisbergen was knocked out of the rainy NASCAR ...

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EV Roundup: Nascar's First Electric Racecar, Porsche to Stop Some ... (Inc.com)

Unlike typical sports coupes, this green racecar prototype is a $1.5 million crossover utility vehicle. Meanwhile, sports car maker Porsche is curbing some ...

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Nascar reveals EV prototype through ABB collaboration - BlackBook ... (Black Book Motorsport)

July 8, 2024; Cian Brittle. Nascar. Nascar has revealed an electric vehicle (EV) prototype in collaboration with electrification and automation company ABB.

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NASCAR Chicago Street Race can't escape the rain (Axios)

Neon NASCAR sign that reads "Welcome to NASCAR Chicago" with people walking around it. Photo: Carrie Shepherd/Axios. Rain once again created roadblocks for the ...

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NASCAR in Chicago: Streets begin reopening; NB DuSable LSD ... (WGN-TV)

NASCAR in Chicago: Streets begin reopening; NB DuSable LSD first to open again Monday morning · By 6 a.m.: NB DuSable Lake Shore Dr. between McFetridge Dr. and ...

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1000-kW NASCAR prototype explores electric motorsport future (New Atlas)

The National Association for Stock Car Racing and Swiss multinational ABB have partnered to "push the boundaries of electrification" in the sport and beyond ...

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Electric NASCAR racer arrives at Chicago Street Race with 1300 hp (!) (Electrek)

The first-ever electric NASCAR racer made its debut at the Chicago Street Race today wearing ABB livery and more than 1300 hp!

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Defending Chicago winner Shane van Gisbergen's day ends early ... (NASCAR)

It will not be back-to-back Chicago Street Course victories for Shane van Gisbergen as he exited Sunday afternoon's race on Lap 26 in the Grant Park 165.

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