One of auto racing’s most popular drivers is headed to North Wilkesboro Speedway a little early as Chase Elliott announced on May 9 he would would race in the ASA STARS National Tour.

The announcement brings even more buzz to North Carolina as other star drivers like Erik Jones and Noah Gragson announced they would also race in the event. 

The event is part of a big week for the North Wilkesboro Speedway, which re-opened last year with some help from Dale Earnhardt Jr. North Wilkesboro is hosting the NASCAR All-Star Race on May 21, but before that race, the track has a full week. 

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The ASA STARS National Tour Postponed To May 17

Due to weather, the ASA STARS National Tour race scheduled for May 17. It should be a packed day at North Wilkesboro Speedway. 

The ASA STARS National Tour last chance race is slated to begin at 2:45 p.m. ET, with the ECMD feature scheduled for 5 p.m. ET. 

How To Watch ASA STARSTour At North Wilkesboro Speedway

The ASA STARS Tour is streaming live on FloRacing and the FloSports app. Race highlights and replays can also be found at FloRacing and the FloSports app. 

North Wilkesboro Speedway Schedule For ASA STARS Tour

A 50-lap last chance race will qualify six additional drivers into the ECMD 150 feature for the ASA STARS National Tour.

A practice/qualifying session for the CARS Tour Pro Late Models will begin at 11:45 a.m. ET and will be followed by a practice/qualifying session for the CARS Tour Late Model Stock Cars. 

The ASA STARS National Tour last chance race is slated to begin at 2:45 p.m. ET, with the ECMD feature scheduled for 5 p.m. ET. 

The CARS Tour Pro Late Model feature will start at 8 p.m. ET, with the CARS Tour Late Model Stock Car to follow at approximately 10 p.m. ET.

Fans will be able to watch all of the action from North Wilkesboro Speedway beginning at 11:45 a.m. ET for CARS Tour qualifying. 

Is Chase Elliott Racing Against Dale Earnhardt Jr. In At The North Wilkesboro Speedway?

No. 

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is not racing in the ASA STARS Tour. Earnhardt will compete in the CARS Tour Race on May 17, which is also streaming on FloRacing and the FloSports app. 

Has Chase Elliott Ever Raced At North Wilkesboro Speedway?

Yes. Elliott won a Super Late Model race in 2010 in a Pro All Stars Series South feature when he was just 14. 

Who Is Racing In The ASA Stars Tour At North Wilkesboro Speedway?

Within the last week the race has seen Elliott, Jones and Gragson enter the race. Their names were added to the previously announced drivers in the race. 

Some notable drivers in the ASA STARS Tour race includes: 

• Chase Elliott (NASCAR Cup)
• William Byron (NASCAR Cup)
• Erik Jones (NASCAR Cup)
• Noah Gragson (NASCAR Cup)
• Sammy Smith (NASCAR Xfinity)
• Carson Hocevar (NASCAR Trucks)
• Ty Majeski (NASCAR Trucks)
• Grant Enfinger (NASCAR Trucks)
• Bubba Pollard (SpeedFest/Rattler Winner)
• Derek Thorn (Snowball Derby Winner)
• Stephen Nasse (All American 400 Winner)

What Is The NASCAR Schedule For All Star Race Week At North Wilkesboro?

• May 16: ASA STARS Tour
• May 17: CARS Tour 
• May 18: CRAFTSMAN Truck Series practice sessions
• May 19: NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks Tyson 250
• May 20: NASCAR All-Star Race