Thursday, July 31, 2008

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.

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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.

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.

ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

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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.

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.

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

NASCAR at a glance

NASCAR at a glance
Points standings, upcoming races

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. ...

Favre faxes reinstatement letter to NFL, Goodell

Favre faxes reinstatement letter to NFL, Goodell
Read full story for latest details.


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.

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back

2008 Dodge Viper ACR - ActionIt'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. Read More

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...

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

Pudge dealt to Yankees for Farnsworth

Pudge dealt to Yankees for Farnsworth
Read full story for latest details.


First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid

2009 Dodge Durango HybridThe 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. Read More

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR - ActionIt'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?

Driving the Legendary 1971 Nissan Skyline GT-R

1971 Nissan Skyline GT-R - Pr<b>of</b>ileBehind 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. Read More

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.

ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.

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ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.

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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.

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.

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR - ActionIt'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.

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

Report: Lynch leaves Broncos, explores options

Read full story for latest details.

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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.

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.

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
2009 Dodge Durango HybridThe 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...

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.


Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)

Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)

A crewman for Michael Waltrip returns to the garage area with tires during the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, July 27, 2008. Teams had problems with excessive wear on the tires.

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.

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

NASCAR at a glance

NASCAR at a glance
Points standings, upcoming races

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
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR - FrontWe 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)

A crewman for Michael Waltrip returns to the garage area with tires during the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, July 27, 2008. Teams had problems with excessive wear on the tires.

It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.


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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 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

Favre faxes reinstatement letter to NFL, Goodell

Favre faxes reinstatement letter to NFL, Goodell
Read full story for latest details.


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.

Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR

Long-Term Test: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR - FrontWe 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.

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.

Busch's 14 wins over 3 series ties record

Busch's 14 wins over 3 series ties record
Kyle Busch keeps on collecting all kinds of trophies.

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

NASCAR at a glance

Points standings, upcoming races 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.

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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?

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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

Donaghy gets 15 months in prison

Donaghy gets 15 months in prison
Read full story for latest details.


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.

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.


Eagles DE Clemons hospitalized for dehydration

Eagles DE Clemons hospitalized for dehydration
Read full story for latest details.


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...

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.

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back

2008 Dodge Viper ACR: From L.A. to Bonneville and Back
2008 Dodge Viper ACR - ActionIt'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.

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

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR - FrontWe 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. Read More

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.

Monday, July 28, 2008

Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)

Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)

A crewman for Michael Waltrip returns to the garage area with tires during the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, July 27, 2008. Teams had problems with excessive wear on the tires.

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.

Busch's 14 wins over 3 series ties record

Kyle Busch keeps on collecting all kinds of trophies. Read More

Free agent Ricky Davis signs deal with Clippers

Read full story for latest details.

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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.

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

Free agent Ricky Davis signs deal with Clippers

Free agent Ricky Davis signs deal with Clippers
Read full story for latest details.


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.

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...

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...

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
2009 Dodge Durango HybridThe 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.

Yanks' Posada opts for season-ending surgery

Yanks' Posada opts for season-ending surgery
Read full story for latest details.


ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.


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.

Pistons reach deal with former No. 1 pick Brown

Pistons reach deal with former No. 1 pick Brown
Read full story for latest details.


Full Test: 2008 Pontiac G8

Full Test: 2008 Pontiac G8
2008 Pontiac G8 - Around a CornerThe 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.

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.

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

ESPN.com has launched many new NASCAR widgets that offer scores, stats, and news

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.

Read More

Johnson survives tire debacle at Indianapolis (AP)

A crewman for Michael Waltrip returns to the garage area with tires during the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, July 27, 2008. Teams had problems with excessive wear on the tires.

It's one of the biggest events of the year at a venue intended to help NASCAR showcase its racing.


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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.

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.

Yanks C Posada opts for season-ending surgery

Yanks C Posada opts for season-ending surgery
Read full story for latest details.


Yanks C Posada opts for season-ending surgery

Read full story for latest details.

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49ers

49ers
Is Mike Martz the solution to the 49ers' offensive woes? Jim Trotter reports from Niners camp where Frank Gore is thriving and Alex Smith leads the QB race.