The 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series is set to visit Las Vegas, Nevada, this weekend for The LIUNA! race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Scheduled for Saturday, March 14, this event marks the fifth race of the series and features top drivers competing for a spot on the podium.
Details on the Race Format and Broadcast Information
The race will begin at 5:30 pm Eastern Time and can be viewed live on the CW network, with radio coverage provided by PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Drivers will compete over 200 laps, covering 300 miles on the tri-oval 1.5-mile intermediate track. This marks the 30th consecutive year The LIUNA! has been hosted at this venue.
Comprehensive List of Entrants for the Las Vegas Race
A total of 41 drivers have entered the race, vying for one of the 38 available starting positions. Notable participants include Cole Custer, Connor Zilisch, Chandler Smith, Carson Kvapil, Chase Briscoe, Rajah Caruth, Nathan Byrd, Daniel Dye, Joey Gase, Dawson Cram, Kyle Larson, and Mason Maggio. Their presence adds depth and excitement to this competitive field.
Defending Champion and Season Context
Justin Allgaier of JR Motorsports enters the event as the reigning champion of The LIUNA!, having secured victory last year in a tightly contested race lasting over two hours. He edged out Aric Almirola and Jesse Love to claim the title and will be aiming to repeat his success under challenging conditions this season.
What to Expect Moving Forward in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
The Las Vegas race is a crucial point in the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series calendar, with drivers seeking to improve their standings as the season progresses. Fans can look forward to intense competition and evolving storylines as the series heads toward its later rounds.
“He won last year in two hours, eight minutes, and 30 seconds after beating Aric Almirola and Jesse Love.” ?Justin Allgaier, JR Motorsports Driver
41 entries for 38 spots for OReilly race at Las Vegas. 0-Custer 1-Zilisch 5-Smith 19-Briscoe 42-Byrd 52-Dye 88-Larson pic.twitter.com/70Ee4ilbux
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) March 9, 2026
