| Time | Event | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | Parking Lots Open (Shuttles start 12:00 PM) | — |
| 1:30 PM | Practice & Qualifying Sets Top 20 Starters |
FOX Sports App |
| 4:30 PM | Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) 75 Laps - Top 2 Advance |
FOX |
| 6:00 PM | Cook Out Clash (Main Event) 200 Laps - Green Flag Only |
FOX / MRN |
The Danger: Ambient temps near freezing can cause instant "thermal shock" when brakes heat up, leading to cracked rotors.
The Constraint: As an Impound Race, teams cannot swap cracked rotors between Qualifying and the Race without NASCAR approval—a major risk if damage occurs late in the day.
Why Nitrogen? Teams must use dry nitrogen because moisture-filled air expands unpredictably.
The Stat: Tire pressure at Bowman Gray can build by 23 PSI during a run. Nitrogen ensures stability in the cold-to-hot transition.
The Package: Cars are running the high-hp package (up from 670hp) for this short track.
The Impact: Expect significant wheel spin and throttle management issues on the cold asphalt.
Team AmeriVet
The "King of the Madhouse" with 102 Modified wins and 11 track championships.
RFK Racing
Subbing for Brad Keselowski, who is recovering from a broken femur.
Hendrick Motorsports
The defending 2025 Clash winner at Bowman Gray. Looking to repeat.
Garage 66
A late entry adding to the 38-car field fighting for just 23 spots.
Trackhouse Racing
The 19-year-old phenom makes his highly anticipated exhibition debut.
Hendrick Motorsports
Currently the only driver statistically "locked" into the field prior to qualifying.