Ryan Blaney takes celebrity guests for ride in ‘On The Gas,’ exclusively on YouTube

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 29, 2026) -- Join Ryan Blaney and celebrity guests as the 2023 Cup Series champion wheels them around the track for adrenaline-filled conversations that unfold unlike anything possible in a conventional interview setting. "On The Gas with Ryan Blaney" -- presented by BodyArmor Sports Drink -- will debut the first four Wednesdays of July exclusively on NASCAR's YouTube channel beginning July 1. The first season consists of four episodes, each approximately 20 minutes long and features celebrities Keegan Michael Key and Chad Ochocinco, plus popular YouTube creators Westen Champlin and The Stradman. Fresh off his starring role in the latest installment of Amazon Prime Video's "Eli Manning Presents: The Undercovers," Blaney gives his guests far more than a typical pace car or hot laps ride. The No. 12 Team Penske Ford driver treats them to a real NASCAR racing experience, blending the adrenaline of the sport with the spontaneity of unscripted interviews, capturing authentic and often hilarious moments as they react in real time to the intensity of the ride. "Getting the chance to share what makes NASCAR so exciting with people from different worlds was a lot of fun," said Blaney. "Whether it was taking Keegan, Chad, Westen or The Stradman around the track, every episode brought a different perspective and some unforgettable moments. I think fans are going to enjoy seeing these big personalities experience the speed, competition, and culture of our sport up close." With more than 2.7 billion active users globally, YouTube is the world's largest streaming platform. In the United States, viewers now spend more time watching YouTube on television screens than on mobile devices, streaming more than 1 billion hours of content on TVs each day. Debuting "On The Gas with Ryan Blaney" exclusively on YouTube reinforces NASCAR's commitment to reaching fans where they consume content and expanding its presence among digital-first audiences. "With NASCAR Studios and Full Speed Entertainment, we're focused on creating original content that connects with fans in fresh and unexpected ways," said John Dahl, senior vice president, original content, NASCAR. "'On The Gas with Ryan Blaney' delivers exactly that by pairing one of NASCAR's biggest stars with guests experiencing the speed and intensity of our sport firsthand. As we continue to grow our presence on YouTube, this series represents another step in bringing NASCAR's personalities and culture to a broader audience through premium digital storytelling." Blaney has become one of NASCAR's most recognizable personalities on and off the track. In addition to competing full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, he's recently been featured in Prime Video's "NASCAR vs. The Navy" mini movie and "Eli Manning Presents: The Undercovers -- Ryan Blaney." He makes his next appearance on the track this Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway (6 p.m. ET, TNT Sports, truTV, HBO Max, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). The project was produced by Full Speed Entertainment, the production partnership between NASCAR Studios and Words + Pictures which focuses on elevating the cultural footprint of NASCAR, its drivers, and teams through bold storytelling, talent-driven initiatives, premium content, and large-scale specials.