The ARCA Menards Series is set to captivate racing enthusiasts this weekend with two thrilling events. The ARCA Menards Series East will compete at Iowa Speedway while the ARCA Menards Series West will tackle the challenging Portland International Raceway.
With a stellar lineup of drivers and teams, this weekend promises to be a showcase of skill, strategy, and speed. Let’s dive into the key players and what to expect from these exciting races.
ARCA Menards Series East: JR&CO 150 at Iowa Speedway
The JR&CO 150 the second-to-last race of the ARCA Menards Series East season, will feature 33 cars battling it out on the Iowa Speedway track. This event is not to be missed, with several notable drivers making their mark.
Kadence Davenport will make her debut in the 2026 season driving the No. 7 for CCM Racing. Joining her is Brian Weber who will make his first national series appearance of the season in the No. 13. Jade Avedisian returns with Nitro Motorsports in the No. 15 while Brian Barbarow takes the wheel of WAV Racing’s No. 34.
Other notable mentions include Andy Jankowiak returning in the No. 71 for KLAS MotorsportsBrayton Laster switching to Clubb Racing Inc.’s No. 83 and Bobby Dale Earnhardt making his return in the No. 89 for Rise Racing. The race is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on Friday, August 7 and will be broadcast on FOX Sports 1 and streamed live on the FOX Sports App.
ARCA Menards Series West: Portland 112 at Portland International Raceway
The ARCA Menards Series West will conclude its road course season with the Portland 112 at Portland International Raceway. This event, set for 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, August 8 will be streamed live on FloRacing.
With 25 cars entered, this race promises fierce competition. Kyle Keller will drive the No. 4 for Nascimento Motorsports while Caleb Shrader makes his first start of 2026 in the No. 6 for Jerry Pitts Racing. Nitro Motorsports will field multiple drivers making their first starts of the season, including Brad McAllisterEthan Tovo and Graham Jacobson.
Other key drivers include Dale Quarterley in his No. 32John Wood entering the Nos. 38 and 04 for Ray Bolinger and Ian Wood and Austin Varco taking over the No. 51 for Strike Mamba Racing.
Notable Performances and Records
The Portland International Raceway has a rich history in the ARCA Menards Series West. Derrike Cope holds the track qualifying record at 71.275 seconds while Hershel McGriff set the race record at 82.080 miles per hour in 1986.
This weekend’s race features the most entries since 2012 with 25 cars set to compete. The event will be run under the Break pit stop format with no scheduled tire changes unless approved by an ARCA official.
As the ARCA Menards Series gears up for these thrilling races, all eyes will be on the drivers and teams as they vie for victory. Whether you’re a seasoned racing fan or a newcomer to the sport, this weekend’s events promise to deliver excitement and unforgettable moments.
