You heard it right folks: a new (old) NASCAR Championship format is here! Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi reconvened in Charlotte today as NASCAR held a press conference to unveil the big news. They took to the airwaves to discuss the new format and what it means for the 2026 season. They also take a call from NASCAR legend Mark Martin, who was influential in the decision making that led to this monumental change. 00:00 Welcome to season eight of the Teardown! 00:30 the Chase has returned 1:45 a format that is easier to explain 2:30 a compromise between the two factions 4:30 win and in is gone 8:40 Chase Elliott is a fan of this 10:45 why 16 drivers? 15:55 who does this change affect the most? 17:45 changing the narrative around winning races 24:50 does championship race track rotation matter now? 31:30 Mark Martin joins the show 45:20 Steve Phelps resigns 53:00 opportunity to reset things 57:00 it's been a tragic off season THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com