NASCAR drivers are gearing up for a challenging race at the Newton Speedway this weekend as they face varying conditions. The Iowa Speedway, known as the fastest short track race on the planet, was partially repaved in 2024,

Iowa Speedway will play host to nearly eight consecutive hours of NASCAR as the Cup and Xfinity series hit the short track Saturday. The action at the 0.875-mile oval will begin at 11 a.m. ET with Xfinity practice, followed immediately by qualifying. Cup practice and qualifying will run from 1:30 through 3:30 p.m.