The 2006 NASCAR Busch Series opened on February 18, 2006, at Daytona International Speedway, and concluded on November 18, 2006, at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Kevin Harvick, driving for his own team, K
Kevin Harvick, pictured in 2010, the 2006 Busch Series champion
Carl Edwards, pictured in 2007, finished second in the standings.
Clint Bowyer, pictured in 2007, finished third in the standings.
Denny Hamlin, pictured in 2007, finished fourth in the standings.
The 2006 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series was the 58th season of professional stock car racing in the United States and the 35th modern-era NASCAR Cup series season. It was started at Daytona International Sp
2006 NASCAR Busch Series
…made bids for ROTY, but were released from their rides. A. J. Foyt IV, in his transition to stock cars, was released due to a Dodge development deal. 2006 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series 2006 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series…
Jimmie Johnson, the 2006 Nextel Cup Series champion. This was the first of his five consecutive titles.
Matt Kenseth finished second behind Johnson by 56 points.
Denny Hamlin finished third in the championship and also won Rookie of the Year.
Chevrolet won the Manufacturer's championship with 23 wins.