The NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs field is set. Sixteen drivers have qualified for postseason racing, which consists of eliminations after the Round of 16 (Darlington, Kansas, Bristol), the Round of 12 (Texas, Talladega, Charlotte) and the Round of 8 (Las Vegas, Miami, Martinsville). After 12 weeks of racing, four drivers will compete for the title at the Phoenix Raceway on Nov. 6.
The playoffs start on Sunday at the Darlington Raceway in South Carolina with the Cook Out Southern 500. The race starts Sunday at 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT) and will be broadcast on USA Network. Here's how you can watch the race without cable.
Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, leads the NASCAR Cup Series standings heading into the NASCAR playoffs at the Cook Out Southern 500 on Sunday.
Sean Gardner/Getty ImagesHow to watch NASCAR without cable
The NASCAR playoffs will be broadcast on NBC and USA Network. If you don't have a cable or satellite TV subscription, you can watch the race with a live TV service. The good news for race fans is that NBC and USA Network are available on each streaming service. The catch is that not every service carries every local network, so check each one using the links below to make sure it carries NBC in your area.
If you live in an area with good reception, you can watch races broadcast on NBC for free on over-the-air broadcast channels just by attaching an affordable (under $30) indoor antenna to nearly any TV.
All of the live TV streaming services above offer free trials, allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. Looking for more information? Check out our live-TV streaming services guide.
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This year’s NASCAR season is speeding onward with plenty of exciting races.
But, of course, you’ll need to dial in your cable or streaming subscriptions to catch all the action live. Luckily, there are a handful of easy ways to watch NASCAR online in 2022 — and even a few ways to stream NASCAR for free online. Read on for key information about this year’s NASCAR season, including where to watch NASCAR races online and on TV.
How to Watch NASCAR on TV
If you have a cable plan and want to watch NASCAR on live TV, the channels you’ll need are Fox, FS1, NBC, and USA Network. These channels split NASCAR coverage, so you’ll want all four to watch every NASCAR race on live TV.
Don’t have cable? Not a problem. There are plenty of ways to watch NASCAR online without cable: Below are some of the best streaming services that let you watch NASCAR live streams online. These services will let you watch NASCAR on Roku, Firestick, and other streaming devices, as well as your phone, laptop, or tablet.
Note: Be sure to check each streamer service’s channel lineup to make sure Fox and NBC are available in your area.
1. Watch NASCAR on Sling
The best way to watch NASCAR without cable is to get a live TV streaming service like Sling. You’ll get access to live TV channels including Fox, FS1, NBC, and USA Network, making Sling an easy way to live stream NASCAR online.
The Sling Blue package (which gets you all the channels for NASCAR) normally costs $35 per month, but Sling is running a deal right now that gets you half off your first month. This brings the price down to just $17.50 on your first payment.
Sling Blue Subscription
$17.50
2. Watch NASCAR on fuboTV
Another great live TV streaming service that will let you watch NASCAR online is fuboTV. With Fox, FS1, NBC, and USA Network in its channel lineup, you’ll be able to watch every NASCAR race online on streaming devices like Roku.
Just double-check fuboTV’s local channel lineup to make sure Fox and NBC are available in your area. fuboTV costs $69.99 a month, but starts with an all-inclusive seven-day free trial before you pay.
3. Watch NASCAR on Hulu + Live TV
With live streams of Fox, FS1, NBC, and USA, Hulu + Live TV is another great streaming service that will let you watch NASCAR online (again, double-check that these channels are available in your area).
Hulu + Live TV costs $69.99 per month, but it’s actually one of the best deals in streaming. The service brings a total of 75 channels — as well as a free subscription to Disney+, ESPN+, and a regular on-demand Hulu — delivering tons of live and on-demand content for one price.
Hulu + Live TV Subscription
$69.99
4. Watch NASCAR on Peacock Premium
NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock is now offering a great selection of NASCAR live streams, as well as on-demand NASCAR content like Chase and Lost Speedways 2. Unlike a live TV streaming service, there are no regional restrictions, and Peacock is very affordable. To watch NASCAR online using Peacock, you’ll need Peacock Premium, which costs just $4.99 per month.
Peacock Premium Subscription
$4.99
How to Watch NASCAR for Free Online
Looking to watch NASCAR live streams for free? Take advantage of fuboTV’s seven-day free trial. During the trial window, you’ll be able to watch NASCAR for free online through Fox, FS1, NBC, and USA, which are all included in fuboTV’s channel lineup. This is a good idea if you just want to watch one NASCAR race for free without committing to a month-long subscription.
NASCAR Schedule 2022
With a 10-month, 38-race season, there are plenty of NASCAR events to enjoy throughout the year. Up next is the Cook Out Southern 500 in Darlington, South Carolina on Sunday, September 4 Head to NASCAR.com to see the full 2022 season schedule.
If you’re in need of some NASCAR merch to cheer on your favorite driver, you’re in luck: there is plenty of official NASCAR merchandise available for purchase online through outlets like the NASCAR Fanatics web store and Amazon. See some of the best NASCAR merch here, and shop a couple of our favorite pieces below.
Ryan Blaney Casino 400 Race T-Shirt
This T-shirt is a great piece of merch for any Ryan Blaney fans, commemorating the Penske driver’s win at the FireKeepers Casino 400 race in 2021. The graphics are crisp and the shirt is well-made — as expected from a piece of officially-licensed merch. Throw it on for race day, or wear it around town to show your support.
Ryan Blaney Casino 400 Race T-Shirt
$24.99
Kevin Harvick WinCraft Grave Digger Can Cooler
Chances are your race day plans involve a beverage. Make sure it stays cold with this Kevin Harvick can cooler. Featuring graphics of “The Closer” in his winning Mustang, the drink cozy is a great way to rep one of the best drivers on the oval.
Kevin Harvick WinCraft Grave Digger Cooler
$5.99