• Loading stock data...
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Tuned In is Almost Sold Out! Limited Tickets Remain!

NASCAR’s First Carbon-Neutral Team

  • The motorsport and auto industries are increasingly focused on going green.
  • Multiple entities in motorsports are making strides to reduce carbon emissions.
Photo: Roush Fenway Racing/Design: Alex Brooks

Just over a year after his near-fatal crash on the final lap of the 2020 Daytona 500, Ryan Newman is back in his Ford Mustang.

He raced in the Daytona 500 last week, and finished in 20th place in the Daytona Road Course this past Sunday. In the latter race, his No. 6 car — normally green and red — was painted a muted white and gray to commemorate a motorsports achievement.

Newman’s team, Roush Fenway Racing, has become the first carbon-neutral team in NASCAR.

An independent evaluator verified the “PAS 2060” certification, which says the team achieved neutrality over the period of Jan. 1, 2020 to Dec. 31, 2020. The transition is supported by the team’s sponsor, Castrol, which mandated a contract clause for the racing team to reduce carbon emissions.

Roush’s goal to recycle 90% of every race car has been essential for achieving carbon-neutral status. Over the past 10 years, the team has cut energy consumption by switching to LED lighting on its campus, implementing high-tech HVAC systems, and reducing waste by 100 tons. 

Roush isn’t the only entity in motorsports making strides to reduce carbon emissions.

  • In 2019, Formula 1 revealed its plan to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030.
  • Honda recently announced it would pull out of Formula 1 by the end of 2021 and focus its efforts on a carbon-neutral future.

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Ford said it would invest $1 billion in a German facility solely committed to electric vehicle production.

“Our hope with this [carbon-neutral] program is to demonstrate that every business, small or large, and regardless of industry, can contribute to address global climate challenges,” said Roush president Steve Newmark.

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Nov 9, 2024; Avondale, Arizona, USA; 23XI Racing team owner Michael Jordan during qualifying for the Cup Series championship race at Phoenix Raceway.

Jordan Can’t Bar Charter Sales Because NASCAR Agreed Not to Sell Charters

The contentious antitrust suit is slated to go to trial this December.

F1’s McLaren Valued at More Than $5B After Recent Stake Sale

MSP Capital purchased its stake in McLaren in 2020.
Michael Jordan

Texts From Michael Jordan, NASCAR Bosses Aired Out in Court: ‘I Have..

Jordan said he plans on “going down with fire” against NASCAR.
Kyle Busch talks with Nexstar Media Group, Wednesday February 14, 2024 during Daytona 500 Media Day at Daytona International Speedway

$6.2B Nexstar-Tegna Deal Could Create Local Sports Juggernaut

CW parent company Nexstar looks to acquire its rival in a major deal.

Featured Today

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: A detailed view of the MLB Debut patch on the jersey of Patrick Monteverde #44 of the Miami Marlins prior to game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Tiny Jersey Patch at the Center of the MLB Rookie Card..

Autographed cards containing a piece of baseball history have upended the market.
September 11, 2025

Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl Rematch Could Set More NFL Ratings Records

Fox will nationally televise Sunday afternoon’s matchup.
September 10, 2025

ESPN’s ‘MNF’ Ratings Up 8% As NFL Surges to Strong Start

ESPN posts its second-best Week 1 “Monday Night Football” audience.
Sep 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills fans react during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium.
September 9, 2025

As Bills Ascend, Their Next Frontier Lies in Canada

Buffalo and the powerful Canadian entity MLSE come together in a new pact.

UFC’s Vegas Sphere Fight Should Set Records

The MMA fight has big aspirations and a budget to match.
August 13, 2024

Duael’s One-On-One Racing Brackets Are Yet Another Stab at Saving Track

Duael will debut in March 2025 with the inaugural Duael 100.
September 8, 2024

Guardian Caps Make NFL Debut

Multiple NFL players wore Guardian Caps over their helmets Sunday.
Sponsored

How World Series Champ Dexter Fowler Became a Premier League Team Owner

Dexter Fowler discusses navigating retirement and embracing new roles as an owner & investor.
August 11, 2024

Guardian Caps Have Arrived in the NFL—Ahead of Schedule

Colts star Jonathan Taylor strapped one on for Sunday’s preseason game.
August 5, 2024

How Omega Timing Determined Noah Lyles Won Olympic Gold

Omega touches every corner of the Olympics.
The Adidas ball has changed over the years.
July 25, 2023

The Most Advanced Tech at the Women’s World Cup Might Surprise You

This year’s OCEAUNZ introduces connected ball technology to the women’s game.
Sponsored

Rewriting the Sports Media Playbook

WSC’s highlight automation improved Clemson’s content strategy and overall growth.