zMAX CARS Tour Will Feature 15 Races in 2027
The 2027 season will launch at Florida's Freedom Factory with a 15-race schedule across five states.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Motorsports
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The zMAX CARS Tour has announced a 15-race schedule for the 2027 season, which is set to begin on February 6, 2027, at Freedom Factory in Florida. The upcoming season will feature races across five different states.
Why it matters
The expanded calendar provides a significant stage for grassroots racing, highlighted by the inclusion of high-profile drivers in the season-opening event.
The 2027 calendar includes 15 race weekends across five states, with 13 of those events scheduled as doubleheaders featuring both Late Model Stock Car and Pro Late Model divisions.
The players
Dale Earnhardt Jr.
He is a former professional stock car racing driver and team owner who remains a prominent figure in the NASCAR community.
Kevin Harvick
He is a retired NASCAR Cup Series champion who currently serves as a television broadcaster and analyst for the sport.
Cleetus McFarland
He is a popular automotive content creator and motorsports personality who owns and operates the Freedom Factory race track.
The details
The season opener at Freedom Factory will feature appearances by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kevin Harvick, and Cleetus McFarland. The tour is slated to conclude its 2027 run at South Boston Speedway on October 16.
Timeline
February 6, 2027: Season opening race at Freedom Factory in Florida.
May 19, 2027: CARS Tour race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
October 16, 2027: Season finale at South Boston Speedway.
Season Trajectory
The 2027 schedule expansion reinforces the zMAX CARS Tour's position as a premier development series within the broader motorsports landscape. This growth trajectory mirrors the increasing focus on regional short-track racing as a primary pipeline for higher-tier racing divisions.
The season will feature 13 doubleheader events, doubling the track action for attendees interested in both Late Model Stock Car and Pro Late Model series standings. The tour's expansion into new states like Florida creates new geographic accessibility for fans compared to previous seasons.
The takeaway
The 2027 calendar reflects a strategic expansion that leverages high-profile guest drivers to increase interest in regional short-track events. Fans planning to attend should prioritize the season opener in Florida as it features a unique combination of veteran talent and popular internet personalities.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Floracing.
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