NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
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Thursday, July 31, 2008
NASCAR drops Nationwide race in Mexico for 2009
While NASCAR's Nationwide Series won't return to Mexico City for a fifth year in 2009, the sanctioning body isn't abandoning its efforts to build a stronger fan base in the country. It'll just do so by focusing on the NASCAR Corona Series. Read More
Sources: Truex to stay at DEI with two-year deal
Martin Truex Jr., who has been speculated as a candidate for every driver opening in the Sprint Cup garage, isn't going anywhere. Read More
Kyle Busch wins sixth in Nationwide
Kyle Busch wins sixth in Nationwide
Kyle Busch led all but three laps Saturday night to win the Kroger 200.
Kyle Busch led all but three laps Saturday night to win the Kroger 200.
Newman verbally agrees with Stewart-Haas (PA SportsTicker)
Newman verbally agrees with Stewart-Haas (PA SportsTicker)
Tony Stewart apparently has found a new teammate for next year.
Tony Stewart apparently has found a new teammate for next year.
Newman Leaving Penske... For Stewart Haas?
Another big 2008 silly season rumor came a little closer to coming true today when Ryan Newman announced that he will leave Penske Racing at the end of 2008. ... Read More
Top Car Video Picks: Monday, July 28
Top Car Video Picks: Monday, July 28
New Nissan GT-R takes on Ferrari Scuderia, a tuner Mazda RX-7 and a Corvette Z06! Plus rally car flips and destruction!
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his debut in NASCAR's second-tier series Nationwide on Saturday on a very familiar track. The Canadian driver will be at the wheel of the No. 32 Braun Racing Toyota at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, named for his late father, another F1 star. Read More
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut (AP)
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut Saturday on a very familiar track. Read More
Jimmie Johnson to drive for Randy Moss at Bristol (AP)
Jimmie Johnson to drive for Randy Moss at Bristol (AP)
Jimmie Johnson, coming off his victory in last Sunday's Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, has added a pair of races to his 2008 schedule.
Jimmie Johnson, coming off his victory in last Sunday's Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, has added a pair of races to his 2008 schedule.
Less pressure for Stewart in return to Indy
Less pressure for Stewart in return to Indy
Even though Tony Stewart recently announced that he would be leaving Joe Gibbs Racing to become a driver and partial owner of Haas Racing in 2009, he is not ready to give up on his championship hopes this season.
Even though Tony Stewart recently announced that he would be leaving Joe Gibbs Racing to become a driver and partial owner of Haas Racing in 2009, he is not ready to give up on his championship hopes this season.
Young driver works way up racing ladder
Nearly every wall of Rick Tori's Amer-Tech Auto Body in Elsmere is covered with auto racing memorabilia. Read More
Benson holds off Hornaday to grab Trucks crown
Johnny Benson survived a late flurry of cautions and held off Ron Hornaday Jr. in a 2-lap shootout at the finish to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Power Stroke Diesel 200 on Friday night. Read More
Newman Leaving Penske... For Stewart Haas?
Newman Leaving Penske... For Stewart Haas?
Another big 2008 silly season rumor came a little closer to coming true today when Ryan Newman announced that he will leave Penske Racing at the end of 2008. ...
Another big 2008 silly season rumor came a little closer to coming true today when Ryan Newman announced that he will leave Penske Racing at the end of 2008. ...
Newman verbally agrees with Stewart-Haas (PA SportsTicker)
Newman verbally agrees with Stewart-Haas (PA SportsTicker)
Tony Stewart apparently has found a new teammate for next year.
Tony Stewart apparently has found a new teammate for next year.
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
Read MoreIt's built for speed, so we take the 600-horsepower 2008 Dodge Viper ACR to the world's fastest raceway, the Bonneville Salt Flats. Then we spend a few days hosing the salt off it.
Kasey Kahne Goes For 2008 Pocono Sweep
Kasey Kahne Goes For 2008 Pocono Sweep
This weekend the Sprint Cup series returns to Pocono Raceway for the 2008 Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500. This triangle-shaped track has three different corner lengths and bankings making...
This weekend the Sprint Cup series returns to Pocono Raceway for the 2008 Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500. This triangle-shaped track has three different corner lengths and bankings making...
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
An all-new platform, a variety of technologies and an engine borrowed from the X6 sport-utility promise to make you forget about its controversial predecessor.
Newman: NASCAR bears 'ultimate responsibility'
NASCAR's apology went only so far with driver Ryan Newman, who held the governing body responsible for the tire fiasco that ruined the race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway last weekend. "NASCAR has the ultimate responsibility," Newman said Wednesday, during a visit to Buffalo Bills training camp in suburban Rochester. "They are the Barnum and Bailey. They know what's going on in the center ring. And if they put a tiger out there that's going to bite somebody, then that's their responsibility. Read More
NASCAR Levels Nationwide Series Playing Field
Toyota has dominated the NASCAR Nationwide Series Victory Lanes so far in 2008. Joe Gibbs Racing has won 13 of the 21 Nationwide Series events held so far in... Read More
Blount's Blitz: Give NASCAR a little credit
NASCAR isn't the first league to face a tire crisis on race day. Look at the CART debacle at Texas in 2001 and the F1 embarrassment at Indy three years ago. At least NASCAR ran a competitive race (sort of), writes Terry Blount. Read More
First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
Read MoreThe 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid proves a traditional SUV and a hybrid can coexist under the same skin. The question of whether it's the smartest approach is another matter.
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
It's built for speed, so we take the 600-horsepower 2008 Dodge Viper ACR to the world's fastest raceway, the Bonneville Salt Flats. Then we spend a few days hosing the salt off it.
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career. Read More
It's Official: Stewart to Leave Joe Gibbs
Tony Stewart made it official today. He will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the end of 2008 to become owner/driver of the Haas CNC Racing team. In 2009... Read More
Goodyear has one year to get it right
Goodyear has one year to get it right
Hey, Goodyear, Larry McReynolds knows everybody has a bad day. Just do him a favor and get those tires right for next year, OK?
Hey, Goodyear, Larry McReynolds knows everybody has a bad day. Just do him a favor and get those tires right for next year, OK?
Driving the Legendary 1971 Nissan Skyline GT-R
Read MoreBehind the stunning accomplishments of the new 2009 Nissan GT-R, you'll find the 1971 Nissan Skyline GT-R - the car that created the GT-R legend. We drive one at Nissan's annual Nismo festival in Japan.
Less pressure for Stewart in return to Indy
Less pressure for Stewart in return to Indy
Even though Tony Stewart recently announced that he would be leaving Joe Gibbs Racing to become a driver and partial owner of Haas Racing in 2009, he is not ready to give up on his championship hopes this season.
Even though Tony Stewart recently announced that he would be leaving Joe Gibbs Racing to become a driver and partial owner of Haas Racing in 2009, he is not ready to give up on his championship hopes this season.
Jimmie Johnson to drive for Randy Moss at Bristol (AP)
Jimmie Johnson to drive for Randy Moss at Bristol (AP)
Jimmie Johnson, coming off his victory in last Sunday's Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, has added a pair of races to his 2008 schedule.
Jimmie Johnson, coming off his victory in last Sunday's Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, has added a pair of races to his 2008 schedule.
Indy-cars set for Australia in 2008 but not in 2009 plans (AFP)
The IndyCar Series will make its debut in Australia with the Gold Coast Indy 300 on October 26, but there was no Aussie date on the 2009 Indy-car schedule announced later Wednesday. Read More
Johnson gaining speed in title race
Crown Kyle Busch this year's Cup champ all you want. But if he wants the title, he must beat Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Owens says. Read More
Sources: Truex to stay at DEI with two-year deal
Martin Truex Jr., who has been speculated as a candidate for every driver opening in the Sprint Cup garage, isn't going anywhere. Read More
Sources: Newman, Stewart have verbal deal
The worst secret in the NASCAR garage is one step closer to becoming reality. Read More
Johnson proves best on bad tires in Brickyard crawl
INDIANAPOLIS -- Jimmie Johnson celebrated his second victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with a burnout. Read More
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut (AP)
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut (AP)
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut Saturday on a very familiar track.
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut Saturday on a very familiar track.
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
It's built for speed, so we take the 600-horsepower 2008 Dodge Viper ACR to the world's fastest raceway, the Bonneville Salt Flats. Then we spend a few days hosing the salt off it.
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
An all-new platform, a variety of technologies and an engine borrowed from the X6 sport-utility promise to make you forget about its controversial predecessor.
NASCAR Levels Nationwide Series Playing Field
Toyota has dominated the NASCAR Nationwide Series Victory Lanes so far in 2008. Joe Gibbs Racing has won 13 of the 21 Nationwide Series events held so far in... Read More
Johnson gaining speed in title race
Johnson gaining speed in title race
Crown Kyle Busch this year's Cup champ all you want. But if he wants the title, he must beat Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Owens says.
Crown Kyle Busch this year's Cup champ all you want. But if he wants the title, he must beat Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Owens says.
It's Official: Stewart to Leave Joe Gibbs
Tony Stewart made it official today. He will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the end of 2008 to become owner/driver of the Haas CNC Racing team. In 2009... Read More
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut
Villeneuve set for Nationwide debut
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his debut in NASCAR's second-tier series Nationwide on Saturday on a very familiar track. The Canadian driver will be at the wheel of the No. 32 Braun Racing Toyota at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, named for his late father, another F1 star.
Former Formula One and CART champion Jacques Villeneuve will make his debut in NASCAR's second-tier series Nationwide on Saturday on a very familiar track. The Canadian driver will be at the wheel of the No. 32 Braun Racing Toyota at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, named for his late father, another F1 star.
Chicagoland Speedway Goes Under the Lights
During the off-season Chicagoland Speedway added lights to its 1.5 mile oval so the 2008 LifeLock.com 400 moves to a Saturday night show. Chicagoland isn't known for its great racing... Read More
Ex-NBA star becomes NASCAR team owner
ASHEVILLE, N.C. -- Former NBA star Brad Daugherty will become one of the few black owners of a NASCAR team in the sport's top series. Read More
Kvapil searching for full-time sponsorship
Kvapil searching for full-time sponsorship
Going up against long odds is nothing new to Travis Kvapil and his Yates Racing team, which is managing to survive on nickels and dimes in the multimillion dollar world of the Sprint Cup Series.
Going up against long odds is nothing new to Travis Kvapil and his Yates Racing team, which is managing to survive on nickels and dimes in the multimillion dollar world of the Sprint Cup Series.
First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
The 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid proves a traditional SUV and a hybrid can coexist under the same skin. The question of whether it's the smartest approach is another matter.
NASCAR apologizes for Indy tire fiasco
NASCAR is apologizing for the tire fiasco that ruined Sunday's race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and has already started working to avoid a repeat. Robin Pemberton, NASCAR's vice president of competition, says the organization is "sorry" for tire troubles during the Brickyard 400 and it is NASCAR's responsibility to make sure a similar situation doesn't happen again. A durability issue with the tires Goodyear brought to Indy forced NASCAR to call cautions every 10 to 12 laps Sunday. Read More
Chicagoland Speedway Goes Under the Lights
Chicagoland Speedway Goes Under the Lights
During the off-season Chicagoland Speedway added lights to its 1.5 mile oval so the 2008 LifeLock.com 400 moves to a Saturday night show. Chicagoland isn't known for its great racing...
During the off-season Chicagoland Speedway added lights to its 1.5 mile oval so the 2008 LifeLock.com 400 moves to a Saturday night show. Chicagoland isn't known for its great racing...
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.
NASCAR drops Nationwide race in Mexico for 2009
NASCAR drops Nationwide race in Mexico for 2009
While NASCAR's Nationwide Series won't return to Mexico City for a fifth year in 2009, the sanctioning body isn't abandoning its efforts to build a stronger fan base in the country. It'll just do so by focusing on the NASCAR Corona Series.
While NASCAR's Nationwide Series won't return to Mexico City for a fifth year in 2009, the sanctioning body isn't abandoning its efforts to build a stronger fan base in the country. It'll just do so by focusing on the NASCAR Corona Series.
Petty's break from Sprint Cup to last another race
Kyle Petty's break from the Sprint Cup circuit has been extended by one race. Read More
Petty's break from Sprint Cup to last another race
Kyle Petty's break from the Sprint Cup circuit has been extended by one race. Read More
Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
We add a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR to our test fleet for a 20,000-mile evaluation, and we've got a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI to keep it honest every bit of the way.
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.
Read More
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
NASCAR drops Mexico from Nationwide schedule (PA SportsTicker)
The NASCAR Nationwide Series will no longer be heading south of the border. Read More
NASCAR apologizes for tire issues at Indy (PA SportsTicker)
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Ticker) -- NASCAR on Tuesday apologized for the tire issues that plagued the Allstate 400 at The Brickyard, and has already started working on avoiding a repeat of the situation. Read More
Finney: Like Martin, Favre won't let go
NASCAR driver Mark Martin certainly can relate to what Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre is going through these days. Read More
USAC fines Tony Stewart $10,000 for midget race (AP)
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by... Read More
Stewart to use Foyt's No. 14 with new team in '09
Stewart to use Foyt's No. 14 with new team in '09
Tony Stewart will use childhood hero A.J. Foyt's No. 14 when he moves to his new team next season, and Office Depot and Old Spice will sponsor the two-time NASCAR champion.
Tony Stewart will use childhood hero A.J. Foyt's No. 14 when he moves to his new team next season, and Office Depot and Old Spice will sponsor the two-time NASCAR champion.
Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
We add a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR to our test fleet for a 20,000-mile evaluation, and we've got a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI to keep it honest every bit of the way.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Blount's Blitz: Give NASCAR a little credit
NASCAR isn't the first league to face a tire crisis on race day. Look at the CART debacle at Texas in 2001 and the F1 embarrassment at Indy three years ago. At least NASCAR ran a competitive race (sort of), writes Terry Blount. Read More
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Newman to leave Penske at end of season
MOORESVILLE, N.C. -- Ryan Newman, projected as a possible teammate for Tony Stewart on the two-time NASCAR champion's new team, will leave Penske Racing at the end of the 2008 season. Read More
Teixeira headed to Angels; A's fielding Street offers
With the trade deadline quickly approaching, the Angels struck first, landing Mark Teixeira from the Braves. Get all the latest rumors with Jon Heyman's blog.
Read More
Johnson gains redemption during second Indy win (AP)
Jimmie Johnson wasn't about to get caught again. Read More
For oft-traded Teixeira, this business is nothing new
ATLANTA -- He stood at his locker with his crisply pressed Georgia Tech polo shirt on, in front of the Braves' jersey with his name across the back that he probably never will wear again, and Mark Teixeira looked ... what? Happy? Sad? A little of both? Maybe neither?
Read More
NASCAR apologizes for Indianapolis tire fiasco (AP)
NASCAR apologized Tuesday for the tire fiasco that ruined its prestigious race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and vowed to avoid a repeat. Read More
Petty to use 3 drivers in No. 45 over next 3 races (AP)
Petty Enterprises will use three different drivers in the No. 45 Dodge over the next three races as it continues to evaluate the slumping team. Read More
It's Official: Stewart to Leave Joe Gibbs
Tony Stewart made it official today. He will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the end of 2008 to become owner/driver of the Haas CNC Racing team. In 2009... Read More
Johnson gaining speed in title race
Johnson gaining speed in title race
Crown Kyle Busch this year's Cup champ all you want. But if he wants the title, he must beat Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Owens says.
Crown Kyle Busch this year's Cup champ all you want. But if he wants the title, he must beat Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Owens says.
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
Harvick captures rain-delayed TD Banknorth 205
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
NASCAR's Kevin Harvick stayed an extra day and then raced to victory in the rain-delayed TD Banknorth 250 on Monday night.
Kyle Busch Drives Past Jimmie Johnson To Claim Chicagoland
Kyle Busch Drives Past Jimmie Johnson To Claim Chicagoland
The 2008 LifeLock.com 400 featured 397 pretty boring miles but the final three were worth the wait. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson was out front...
The 2008 LifeLock.com 400 featured 397 pretty boring miles but the final three were worth the wait. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson was out front...
Edwards pleases hometown fans with Gateway win
Carl Edwards passed Jason Leffler with 48 laps remaining Saturday night and cruised to victory at the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday night.
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Stewart fined for altercation; team given probation
Two-time Sprint Cup champion Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 and his Tony Stewart Racing team was placed on probation Monday following an altercation last week at the USAC National Midget race in Indianapolis. Read More
Benson takes Truck points lead with win
Benson takes Truck points lead with win
SPARTA, Ky. -- Kyle Busch came up five spots short in his bid to make NASCAR history Saturday night and Johnny Benson took advantage, holding off Michael Annett to win the Built Ford Tough 225 at Kentucky Speedway.
SPARTA, Ky. -- Kyle Busch came up five spots short in his bid to make NASCAR history Saturday night and Johnny Benson took advantage, holding off Michael Annett to win the Built Ford Tough 225 at Kentucky Speedway.
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
It's built for speed, so we take the 600-horsepower 2008 Dodge Viper ACR to the world's fastest raceway, the Bonneville Salt Flats. Then we spend a few days hosing the salt off it.
Benson takes Truck points lead with win
Benson takes Truck points lead with win
SPARTA, Ky. -- Kyle Busch came up five spots short in his bid to make NASCAR history Saturday night and Johnny Benson took advantage, holding off Michael Annett to win the Built Ford Tough 225 at Kentucky Speedway.
SPARTA, Ky. -- Kyle Busch came up five spots short in his bid to make NASCAR history Saturday night and Johnny Benson took advantage, holding off Michael Annett to win the Built Ford Tough 225 at Kentucky Speedway.
Edwards pleases hometown fans with Gateway win
Carl Edwards passed Jason Leffler with 48 laps remaining Saturday night and cruised to victory at the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday night.
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Ten trades we'd like to see made before the deadline
It's easy to get bogged down when two teams start talking trades. Unless, of course, there are no rules to go by, no fans to answer to, no contracts to work with and nothing else to consider except the wild possibilities.
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Young driver works way up racing ladder
Nearly every wall of Rick Tori's Amer-Tech Auto Body in Elsmere is covered with auto racing memorabilia. Read More
USAC fines Stewart $10K for midget race actions
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by Tracy Hines. Read More
For oft-traded Teixeira, this business is nothing new
ATLANTA -- He stood at his locker with his crisply pressed Georgia Tech polo shirt on, in front of the Braves' jersey with his name across the back that he probably never will wear again, and Mark Teixeira looked ... what? Happy? Sad? A little of both? Maybe neither?
Read More
USAC fines Tony Stewart $10,000 for midget race (AP)
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by... Read More
Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
Read MoreWe add a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR to our test fleet for a 20,000-mile evaluation, and we've got a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI to keep it honest every bit of the way.
Blount's Blitz: Give NASCAR a little credit
Blount's Blitz: Give NASCAR a little credit
NASCAR isn't the first league to face a tire crisis on race day. Look at the CART debacle at Texas in 2001 and the F1 embarrassment at Indy three years ago. At least NASCAR ran a competitive race (sort of), writes Terry Blount.
NASCAR isn't the first league to face a tire crisis on race day. Look at the CART debacle at Texas in 2001 and the F1 embarrassment at Indy three years ago. At least NASCAR ran a competitive race (sort of), writes Terry Blount.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Martin stands behind Brickyard prediction
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Mark Martin has been close enough to touch four championships and numerous Daytona 500 victories throughout his NASCAR career.
Busch's 14 wins over 3 series ties record
Kyle Busch keeps on collecting all kinds of trophies. Read More
Gibbs says 4 teams not likely for 2009 (AP)
Gibbs says 4 teams not likely for 2009 (AP)
Joe Gibbs probably won't field a fourth team next season because he's running out of time to put a proper expansion package together.
Joe Gibbs probably won't field a fourth team next season because he's running out of time to put a proper expansion package together.
NASCAR orders mandatory cautions to monitor tires (AP)
NASCAR ordered competition cautions for Sunday's race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway to address concerns about the tires Goodyear brought to the Brickyard. Read More
Newman, Stewart mum about possible alliance
Ryan Newman says he's getting close to deciding where he'll drive next season but that he still has choices. Read More
Tire problems dredge up bad memories for Indy fans (AP)
Indianapolis racing fans expected more than a parade of caution periods Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Read More
Benson holds off Hornaday to grab Trucks crown
Benson holds off Hornaday to grab Trucks crown
Johnny Benson survived a late flurry of cautions and held off Ron Hornaday Jr. in a 2-lap shootout at the finish to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Power Stroke Diesel 200 on Friday night.
Johnny Benson survived a late flurry of cautions and held off Ron Hornaday Jr. in a 2-lap shootout at the finish to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Power Stroke Diesel 200 on Friday night.
It's Official: Stewart to Leave Joe Gibbs
It's Official: Stewart to Leave Joe Gibbs
Tony Stewart made it official today. He will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the end of 2008 to become owner/driver of the Haas CNC Racing team. In 2009...
Tony Stewart made it official today. He will leave Joe Gibbs Racing at the end of 2008 to become owner/driver of the Haas CNC Racing team. In 2009...
Kyle Busch Drives Past Jimmie Johnson To Claim Chicagoland
Kyle Busch Drives Past Jimmie Johnson To Claim Chicagoland
The 2008 LifeLock.com 400 featured 397 pretty boring miles but the final three were worth the wait. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson was out front...
The 2008 LifeLock.com 400 featured 397 pretty boring miles but the final three were worth the wait. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson was out front...
First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
The 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid proves a traditional SUV and a hybrid can coexist under the same skin. The question of whether it's the smartest approach is another matter.
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
An all-new platform, a variety of technologies and an engine borrowed from the X6 sport-utility promise to make you forget about its controversial predecessor.
Full Test: 2008 Pontiac G8
Full Test: 2008 Pontiac G8
The 256-hp 3.6-liter V6 under the hood of the base model 2008 Pontiac G8 promises the perfect balance of fuel-efficiency, performance and price, but does it deliver compared to the Pontiac G8 GT V8?
USAC fines Tony Stewart $10,000 for midget race (AP)
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by... Read More
Finney: Rookie class fails to make transition
Finney: Rookie class fails to make transition
Several veteran open-wheel race car drivers have been lured by the quick success of Juan Pablo Montoya and wowed by NASCAR's immense popularity.
Several veteran open-wheel race car drivers have been lured by the quick success of Juan Pablo Montoya and wowed by NASCAR's immense popularity.
Sources: Truex to stay at DEI with two-year deal
Sources: Truex to stay at DEI with two-year deal
Martin Truex Jr., who has been speculated as a candidate for every driver opening in the Sprint Cup garage, isn't going anywhere.
Martin Truex Jr., who has been speculated as a candidate for every driver opening in the Sprint Cup garage, isn't going anywhere.
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
First Drive: 2009 BMW 750i
An all-new platform, a variety of technologies and an engine borrowed from the X6 sport-utility promise to make you forget about its controversial predecessor.
Finney: Stewart's new pursuit draws interest from NASCAR drivers
While Tony Stewart prepares to become a partial owner of the Stewart-Haas Racing Sprint Cup Series team in 2009, other drivers are turning their attention in his direction, wondering just how this will all play out. Read More
Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)
It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.
Read More
Hamilton wins German Grand Prix
HOCKENHEIM, Germany -- Lewis Hamilton won the German Grand Prix on Sunday, solidifying his lead in the Formula One standings with two dramatic passes that made up for a strategic blunder by his McLaren team. Read More
Stewart fined for altercation; team given probation
Stewart fined for altercation; team given probation
Two-time Sprint Cup champion Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 and his Tony Stewart Racing team was placed on probation Monday following an altercation last week at the USAC National Midget race in Indianapolis.
Two-time Sprint Cup champion Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 and his Tony Stewart Racing team was placed on probation Monday following an altercation last week at the USAC National Midget race in Indianapolis.
USAC fines Stewart $10K for midget race actions
USAC fines Stewart $10K for midget race actions
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by Tracy Hines.
Tony Stewart was fined $10,000 Monday for what the U.S. Auto Club deemed unsportsmanlike conduct during a midget race last week at O'Reilly Raceway Park. Tony Stewart Racing also was placed on probation for the remainder of the USAC season. Stewart reportedly knocked a radio headset off the head of one USAC official and shoved another following a ruling Thursday involving Stewart's car, driven by Tracy Hines.
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