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Jared Turner

Sports Editor

About

Jared Turner is a motorsports writer who has covered NASCAR for 20 years. He has interviewed over 20 NASCAR Hall of Famers and around 100 drivers, crew chiefs, and team owners, both past and present. He has also covered the sport for FOX Sports (where he was a two-time recipient of the FOX “X” Award for “Xtraordinary” job performance), NASCAR.com, Sporting News, NASCAR Pole Position Magazine, the SPEED network, and plenty of other online and print-only publications throughout his career. Notably, Jared has penned dozens of articles for NASCAR souvenir programs, including several featured prominently in Daytona 500 keepsakes. A Virginia Press Association award winner and former member of the National Motorsports Press Association (NMPA), Jared has racked up accolades both for his writing and his academic work. He studied both Communication and Psychology at Virginia Tech, where he was permanently enshrined in Phi Beta Kappa — the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society. Jared excels at feature writing and opinion writing, much of which stems from his dedication to all levels of racing.

Articles by Jared Turner (309)

3 Cup Series Drivers Who Are Hot and 3 Who Are Not: Gateway Week Edition

As the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Gateway on a short week, let’s consider which drivers are ready to handle that challenge.

Jared Turner  •  31 May 2023
Carl Edwards Was Literally Stunned to See that Fans’ Perception of Kyle Busch Has Changed, But Dale Jr. Explained

Have you noticed that Kyle Busch has been receiving a more positive reception as of late? Allow Dale Earnhardt Jr. to explain what’s changed.

Jared Turner  •  28 May 2023
Bubba Wallace Has Proven He Belongs, So Now He Needs To Make The Case That He’s Elite

What does Bubba Wallace have to do to NASCAR’s upper echelon? It might be less than you’d think.

Jared Turner  •  27 May 2023
The Coke 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway Could Be 7th Heaven For These 7 Drivers

The NASCAR All-Star Race is in the rearview mirror, and the Cup Series is heading to Charlotte. Let’s look at the favorites to claim the checkered flag.

Jared Turner  •  27 May 2023
North Wilkesboro Has 1 More Chance To Get It Right If The Track Is to Have a Future in the Cup Series

NASCAR’s All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway was a disappointment, and that means improvements must arrive ASAP.

Jared Turner  •  26 May 2023
3 Cup Series Drivers Who Are Hot and 3 Who Are Not: Coke 600 Race Week Edition

With the NASCAR All-Star Race behind us, which Cup Series are ready to return to competitive racing?

Jared Turner  •  25 May 2023
Kyle Larson and the 4 Drivers Who Can Be the Ultimate ‘All Star’ at North Wilkesboro Speedway

Who will claim the top spot at NASCAR’s annual All-Star Race? We’ve got some ideas for you.

Jared Turner  •  20 May 2023
3 Tracks Worthy of Being a Future Host of the NASCAR All-Star Race

It’s time to add some new tracks to the All-Star rotation.

Jared Turner  •  19 May 2023
The 3 Tracks Where Chase Elliott Has the Best Chance Secure a Playoff Berth

Chase Elliott needs a win to keep his postseason streak in tact. Where does he have the best chance to claim that checkered flag?

Jared Turner  •  17 May 2023
3 Cup Series Drivers Who Are Hot and 3 Who Are Not: All-Star Race Week Edition

As the NASCAR All-Star Race approaches, let’s consider which drivers are well-positioned to make a statement at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Jared Turner  •  17 May 2023