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NASCAR Mexico city Schedule Shaken Up After Travel Chaos
The NASCAR weekend in Mexico City is facing a significant schedule adjustment due to unforeseen travel complications. Engine problems on a chartered plane carrying several NASCAR team members have caused considerable delays, leading officials to rework the on-track activities at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
NASCAR released a statement confirming the changes: “Due To Two Aircraft Issues That Grounded Multiple Race Teams In Charlotte, N.C., On Thursday, NASCAR Has Adjusted The On-Track Schedule For This Weekend’s Activities At mexico City’s Autódromo hermanos Rodríguez.”
Engine Blew Up Going Down The Runway To Mexico City. Hope We Can All Make It In Time For Practice Tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/IxEB4Gw6Yp
— Austin Green (@austingreen2_) June 12, 2025
Revised NASCAR Mexico City Schedule
To accommodate the delays, NASCAR has postponed the Cup Series practice sessions, rescheduling them for later in the afternoon. All Xfinity Series practice sessions initially planned for Friday have been moved to saturday. Further, the first of the two NASCAR Mexico Series races has been moved to an earlier slot on Friday.
Hear’s a detailed look at the updated schedule:
| Date | Time (EST) | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Friday,June 13th | 1:30 PM | NASCAR Mexico Series Race #1 |
| Friday,June 13th | 4:05 PM | NASCAR Cup Practice #1 |
| Friday,june 13th | 5:30 PM | NASCAR Cup Practice #2 |
| Saturday,June 14th | 11:05 AM | NASCAR Xfinity Series Practice |
| Saturday,June 14th | 12:10 PM | NASCAR Xfinity Series Qualifying |
| Saturday,June 14th | 2:05 PM | NASCAR cup Series Qualifying |
| Saturday,June 14th | 7:00 PM | NASCAR Mexico series Race #2 |
The Xfinity Series teams will experience a reduction in practice time,receiving just one 50-minute session on Saturday morning before qualifying. Though other minor adjustments are in place, Cup teams will maintain their allotted practice time.
Fortunately, the 132 haulers transporting equipment from Michigan International speedway to Autódromo Hermanos rodríguez arrived without incident.
NASCAR haulers
Photo By: James Gilbert / Getty Images
Sunday’s schedule remains as planned, with the NASCAR Cup race set to begin at 3 PM EST, and the green flag dropping at 3:23 PM EST.
Did You Know? The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez is named after Ricardo and pedro Rodríguez, two famous Mexican racing drivers.The track sits at an altitude of over 7,300 feet, presenting unique challenges for teams in terms of engine performance and aerodynamics.
The Logistics Behind NASCAR Travel
NASCAR events require significant logistical planning and execution. Moving teams, equipment, and support staff across the country, or internationally, involves coordinating air travel, ground transportation, and accommodation.Any disruption, such as the recent plane issues, can have a ripple effect, impacting practice sessions, qualifying, and even the races themselves.
Teams often rely on chartered flights to ensure timely arrival and minimize travel fatigue. Haulers, specialized trucks designed to carry race cars and equipment, travel by road, often covering thousands of miles between races. These haulers are a common sight on American highways during the NASCAR season.
Frequently Asked Questions About The NASCAR Mexico City Schedule Change
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