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NASCAR Increases Horsepower to 750, Dodge Poised for Return

10/14/2025

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NASCAR will raise Cup Series horsepower from 670 to 750 starting in 2026, per NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell.
The change aims to improve competition on short tracks and road courses and to boost passing and throttle feel in response to fan feedback.
A test session at North Wilkesboro Speedway will evaluate the new setup and tire performance.
Dodge is expected to return to NASCAR, potentially debuting a Next Gen Charger, aligning with the horsepower baseline.

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NASCAR will raise Cup Series horsepower from 670 to 750 starting in 2026, per NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell.
The change aims to improve competition on short tracks and road courses and to boost passing and throttle feel in response to fan feedback.
A test session at North Wilkesboro Speedway will evaluate the new setup and tire performance.
Dodge is expected to return to NASCAR, potentially debuting a Next Gen Charger, aligning with the horsepower baseline.