{
  "id": 18557037,
  "title": "Preseason Thunder will not return to Daytona in 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/preseason-thunder-will-not-return-to-daytona-in-2027",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-06T19:38:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/preseason-thunder-not-return-daytona-193822833.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NASCAR has decided not to bring the Preseason Thunder test back to Daytona International Speedway in 2027, according to NASCAR CEO Steve O Donnell. While fans have requested its return, the organization appears content with the current superspeedway package after recent modifications to the spoiler and horsepower adjustments. NASCAR CEO Steve O Donnell stated that the team has moved swiftly in making changes, expressing satisfaction with the decision. NASCAR is currently focused on refining the race dynamics, particularly in terms of fuel-saving strategies, which have become increasingly significant in the opening stages of races at superspeedway tracks. O Donnell emphasized that the organization's plans have shifted dramatically compared to historical NASCAR practices, where discussions would typically extend to the following years.",
  "summary": "Steve O’Donnell says NASCAR is comfortable with its current superspeedway package, despite earlier indications that Preseason Thunder could return",
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      {
        "outlet": "Motorsport.com",
        "title": "Preseason Thunder will not return to Daytona in 2027",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/preseason-thunder-will-not-return-to-daytona-in-2027-18557205",
        "published": "2026-11-06T19:38:22.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}