Shane van Gisbergen says he wants to keep improving as NASCAR’s Cup schedule moves from road and street courses toward oval racing. The Trackhouse Racing driver, a New Zealand native who previously competed mainly on road and street circuits, has worked to adapt after joining NASCAR in recent seasons. With eight races remaining in the regular season, he is the highest-ranked Trackhouse driver, sitting 14th in the standings and in a provisional position for the postseason Chase. His teammates Ross Chastain (22nd) and Connor Zilisch (34th) are listed lower in the standings. Van Gisbergen earned momentum on Sunday at Sonoma Raceway, where he records his eighth win in 15 career starts on road and street courses. Looking ahead, NASCAR’s schedule for the final 18 races of 2026 is set to include only oval tracks, a shift that will require further adjustment. Across the sources, the focus remains on van Gisbergen’s current standing with the regular season nearing its end and his need to prepare for an oval-heavy stretch.