Earnhardt ready to join title party

The countdown is on for NASCAR's title Chase, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is ready to book his ticket to the party, Lee Spencer says. Read More

Keselowski grabs second Nationwide win

Brad Keselowski passed Clint Bowyer with 24 laps to go Friday night and pulled away for his second victory of the season in NASCAR's Nationwide Series, capping a remarkable run from the 37th starting position at Bristol Motor Speedway. Read More

Dale Jr. criticizes NASCAR's change to Shootout

Dale Earnhardt Jr. said NASCAR made one big mistake in its changes to the Budweiser Shootout All-Star race at Daytona by not shortening the length of the final segment. Read More

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.

Saints leave for Indy to wait out Gustav

Saints leave for Indy to wait out Gustav
Read full story for latest details.

Davis, 18, to drive Moss truck for about 6 races

Randy Moss Motorsports has hired 18-year-old Marc Davis to drive in NASCAR's Craftsman Truck Series. Read More

Keselowski grabs second Nationwide win

Brad Keselowski passed Clint Bowyer with 24 laps to go Friday night and pulled away for his second victory of the season in NASCAR's Nationwide Series, capping a remarkable run from the 37th starting position at Bristol Motor Speedway. Read More

Davis, 18, to drive Moss truck for about 6 races

Randy Moss Motorsports has hired 18-year-old Marc Davis to drive in NASCAR's Craftsman Truck Series. Read More

Burton hard guy to roast (AP)

Burton hard guy to roast (AP)
Apparently it's hard to roast Jeff Burton.

NASCAR's statesman is a pretty good driver too

Going into his 500th career Cup start, Jeff Burton is as respected for his leadership as admired for his driving ability, Rea White says. Read More

Burton hard guy to roast (AP)

Apparently it's hard to roast Jeff Burton. Read More

Dover test session closed to public

Dover test session closed to public
DOVER -- Several rising stars from NASCAR's Camping World East Series will be testing their cars at Dover International Speedway next Tuesday in preparation for the Sunoco 150 that will kick off the track's race weekend on Friday, Sept. 19.

Kevin Armstrong: Del Potro leads stable of Open dark horses

This 19-year-old will try to prevent a Federer-Nadal clash at the Open. Read More

Race to the Chase Winds Down, Pressure Builds

Auto Club Speedway in California is the site of this Sunday evening's Pepsi 500. Only two races remain before the top twelve drivers are locked into the Chase to... Read More

Blount: Jimmie Johnson ... remember him?

Everybody's talking about Carl and Kyle. But don't forget about the two-time defending Cup champ. You remember Jimmie Johnson, don't you? Read More

Johnson to defend '07 California win from pole

Johnson to defend '07 California win from pole

Sale of Kentucky Speedway moving forward (AP)

Sale of Kentucky Speedway moving forward (AP)
The sale of Kentucky Speedway to Speedway Motorsports Inc. is on track to be completed this fall. SMI announced Thursday that it will proceed with its acquisition of the 1.5-mile tri-oval located in northern Kentucky about halfway between Louisville and Cincinnati. The two sides reached an agreement in May, and SMI completed a 90-day review earlier this month.

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs
Gillett Evernham Motorsports will rotate its three NASCAR Sprint Cup crew chiefs on the team's No. 9 Nationwide Series entry for the remainder of this season.

Blount: Jimmie Johnson ... remember him?

Blount: Jimmie Johnson ... remember him?
Everybody's talking about Carl and Kyle. But don't forget about the two-time defending Cup champ. You remember Jimmie Johnson, don't you?

NASCAR puts Edwards, Kyle Busch on probation

NASCAR has placed Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards on probation for the next six races in the Sprint Cup Series. Read More

NASCAR puts Edwards, Kyle Busch on probation

NASCAR puts Edwards, Kyle Busch on probation
NASCAR has placed Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards on probation for the next six races in the Sprint Cup Series.

NASCAR's harshest penalties yet for JGR

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR's latest attempt to reel in the rule-breakers aimed at an unfamiliar target: the normally squeaky-clean Joe Gibbs Racing. Read More

Johnson's shadow looms over Busch, Edwards (AP)

Johnson's shadow looms over Busch, Edwards (AP)

While Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards are 1-2 in the NASCAR Sprint Cup standings and building strong cases for starting the Chase for the championship as the favorites, there is a shadow looming behind them.

Cardinals name Warner as starter over Leinart

Cardinals name Warner as starter over Leinart
Read full story for latest details.

Johnson, Allmendinger on California front row

Aiming to build some momentum heading into NASCAR's Chase for the Sprint Cup championship, Jimmie Johnson got off to a good start Friday, winning the pole at Auto Club Speedway. Read More

Finney: Time is starting to pass Gordon by

There are several indicators pointing to the notion that the Sprint Cup Series might finally be passing Jeff Gordon by. Read More

Phil Hill, only US-born F1 champ, dies (AP)

Phil Hill, the only American-born Formula One champion, died Thursday of complications from Parkinson's disease. He was 81. The 1961 Formula Open champion and a three-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, Hill died at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, said friend John Lamm, a noted automotive photographer and editor-at-large with Road & Track magazine. Read More

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta
The 2009 Ford Fiesta is just starting to come down the assembly line in Germany, but by 2010 Ford's great-looking entry in the global small-car market will be also be in U.S. showrooms. Will the Fiesta save Ford?

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta
The 2009 Ford Fiesta is just starting to come down the assembly line in Germany, but by 2010 Ford's great-looking entry in the global small-car market will be also be in U.S. showrooms. Will the Fiesta save Ford?

Why the Yankees are as good as done

Why the Yankees are as good as done
Four big reasons why the Yankees' playoff hopes are as good as over.

Johnson to defend '07 California win from pole

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As Chase nears, competition heats up

As Chase nears, competition heats up
It's NASCAR's version of a high-stakes game of musical chairs.

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs
Gillett Evernham Motorsports will rotate its three NASCAR Sprint Cup crew chiefs on the team's No. 9 Nationwide Series entry for the remainder of this season.

NASCAR's statesman is a pretty good driver too

Going into his 500th career Cup start, Jeff Burton is as respected for his leadership as admired for his driving ability, Rea White says. Read More

Edwards Closes Chase Gap With Michigan Win

Edwards Closes Chase Gap With Michigan Win
Carl Edwards helped his Sprint Cup dreams today by winning the 2008 3M Performance 400 presented by Bondo. Edwards had the best car at the end and survived two...

Joey Logano To Drive #20 in 2009

Joey Logano To Drive #20 in 2009
Joe Gibbs Racing made it official today. JGR named 18 year old Joey Logano as the 2009 driver of the Home Depot #20 which Tony Stewart currently drives on...

NASCAR Ready for Final Road Race of 2008

This weekend Watkins Glen, New York will host the NASCAR Sprint Cup stars on the winding 2.45 mile road course. Watkins Glen will bring out the usual road racing... Read More

Dale Jr. criticizes NASCAR's change to Shootout

Dale Jr. criticizes NASCAR's change to Shootout
Dale Earnhardt Jr. said NASCAR made one big mistake in its changes to the Budweiser Shootout All-Star race at Daytona by not shortening the length of the final segment.

Keselowski grabs second Nationwide win

Keselowski grabs second Nationwide win
Brad Keselowski passed Clint Bowyer with 24 laps to go Friday night and pulled away for his second victory of the season in NASCAR's Nationwide Series, capping a remarkable run from the 37th starting position at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Kyle Busch wins Nationwide race at California (PA SportsTicker)

Kyle Busch wins Nationwide race at California (PA SportsTicker)

Race to the Chase Visits Michigan

There are only four races remaining until the top twelve drivers are locked into the 2008 Chase for the Cup. This weekend the Sprint Cup stars will take on the... Read More

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!
This Saturday night the NASCAR Sprint Cup stars will take to the tight confines of Bristol Motor Speedway under the lights for the 2008 Sharpie 500. This summer classic is...

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

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.

Read More

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20
The lightning-quick ascent of racing prodigy Joey Logano into NASCAR continued when Joe Gibbs Racing announced on Monday that he will drive full-time for the team in the Sprint Cup Series next season.

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20
The lightning-quick ascent of racing prodigy Joey Logano into NASCAR continued when Joe Gibbs Racing announced on Monday that he will drive full-time for the team in the Sprint Cup Series next season.

Johnson, Allmendinger on California front row

Johnson, Allmendinger on California front row
Aiming to build some momentum heading into NASCAR's Chase for the Sprint Cup championship, Jimmie Johnson got off to a good start Friday, winning the pole at Auto Club Speedway.

Earnhardt ready to join title party

Earnhardt ready to join title party
The countdown is on for NASCAR's title Chase, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is ready to book his ticket to the party, Lee Spencer says.

Gordon crash spurs Vegas to install SAFER barrier

Gordon crash spurs Vegas to install SAFER barrier
A frightening crash by Jeff Gordon last spring has prompted Las Vegas Motor Speedway to install a new SAFER Barrier along the inside wall on the back straightaway of the 1.5-mile track.

First Drive: 2009 BMW 3 Series

The 2009 BMW 3 Series has a new, more dramatic look, not to mention a dramatically powerful, 275-hp turbocharged diesel engine for the remarkable BMW 330d. Read More

How We Test Cars and Trucks

An inside look at the testing procedures that produce Inside Line's performance data for vehicle evaluation, including 0-60-mph acceleration, quarter-mile, slalom and skid pad. Read More

Phil Hill, only US-born F1 champ, dies (AP)

Phil Hill, only US-born F1 champ, dies (AP)
Phil Hill, the only American-born Formula One champion, died Thursday of complications from Parkinson's disease. He was 81. The 1961 Formula Open champion and a three-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, Hill died at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, said friend John Lamm, a noted automotive photographer and editor-at-large with Road & Track magazine.

The Hot Pass: Stewart juggling present and future

The Hot Pass: Stewart juggling present and future
Tony Stewart is focused on this year's title fight, but he's also busy getting ready for '09. Lee Spencer offers the inside scoop.

Mr. Ocho Cinco: Chad Johnson changes name

Read full story for latest details. Read More

Sale of Kentucky Speedway moving forward (AP)

The sale of Kentucky Speedway to Speedway Motorsports Inc. is on track to be completed this fall. SMI announced Thursday that it will proceed with its acquisition of the 1.5-mile tri-oval located in northern Kentucky about halfway between Louisville and Cincinnati. The two sides reached an agreement in May, and SMI completed a 90-day review earlier this month. Read More

Edwards set to flip switch

Edwards set to flip switch
Confidence is one thing that Carl Edwards is not lacking when it comes to competing in the Sprint Cup Series.

Edwards wins with a bump

Edwards wins with a bump
BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Carl Edwards isn't giving up anything to Kyle Busch and his domination of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, especially when it counts the most.

Gordon crash spurs Vegas to install SAFER barrier

A frightening crash by Jeff Gordon last spring has prompted Las Vegas Motor Speedway to install a new SAFER Barrier along the inside wall on the back straightaway of the 1.5-mile track. Read More

No heat in latest NASCAR rivalry (AP)

No heat in latest NASCAR rivalry (AP)

What rivalry?

Former Sonics owner drops suit to regain team

Read full story for latest details. Read More

How We Test Cars and Trucks

An inside look at the testing procedures that produce Inside Line's performance data for vehicle evaluation, including 0-60-mph acceleration, quarter-mile, slalom and skid pad. Read More

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta

The 2009 Ford Fiesta is just starting to come down the assembly line in Germany, but by 2010 Ford's great-looking entry in the global small-car market will be also be in U.S. showrooms. Will the Fiesta save Ford? Read More

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta
The 2009 Ford Fiesta is just starting to come down the assembly line in Germany, but by 2010 Ford's great-looking entry in the global small-car market will be also be in U.S. showrooms. Will the Fiesta save Ford?

Pepsi 500 first practice speeds

Pepsi 500 first practice speeds
ActiveReports Document @page{size: 8.5in 11in;margin-top:0.2in;margin-left:0.2in;margin-right:0.1in;margin-bottom:0.2in;} NSCS Practice 1 Auto Club Speedway Provided by NASCAR Statistics - Fri, August 29, 2008 @ 01:31 PM Pacific Pepsi 500 1 99 Carl Edwards Aflac Ford 40.243 178.913 1 19 ---.---                                                                 ---.---                                                                 2 48 Jimmie Johnson Lowe's/Jimmie Johnson Foundation  40.301 178.656 9 9 -0.058 -0.058 3 *84 AJ Allmendinger Red Bull Toyota 40.436 178.059 12 12 -0.193 -0.135 4 19 Elliott Sadler McDonald's Dodge 40.495 177.800 15 15 -0.252 -0.059 5 83 Brian Vickers Red Bull Toyota 40.501 177.773 1 7 -0.258 -0.006 6 18 Kyle Busch M&M's Toyota 40.554 177.541 1 18 -0.311 -0.053 7 9 Kasey Kahne Budweiser Dodge 40.567 177.484 18 18 -0.324 -0.013 8 5 Casey Mears Kellogg's/CARQUEST Chevrolet 40.584 177.410 9 9 -0.341 -0.017 9 16 Greg Biffle 3M Ford 40.599 177.344 1 24 -0.356 -0.015 10 22 Dave Blaney Caterpillar Toyota 40.602 177.331 1 19 -0.359 -0.003 11 1 Martin Truex Jr. Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Boats Chevrolet 40.644 177.148 7 9 -0.401 -0.042 12 42 Juan Pablo Montoya Texaco/Havoline Dodge 40.660 177.078 1 12 -0.417 -0.016 13 2 Kurt Busch Miller Lite Dodge 40.724 176.800 1 16 -0.481 -0.064 14 6 David Ragan AAA Insurance Ford 40.731 176.770 1 19 -0.488 -0.007 15 29 Kevin Harvick Shell/Pennzoil Chevrolet 40.742 176.722 11 11 -0.499 -0.011 16 31 Jeff Burton AT&T Mobility Chevrolet 40.752 176.678 20 20 -0.509 -0.010 17 11 Denny Hamlin FedEx Ground Toyota 40.790 176.514 1 15 -0.547 -0.038 18 *10 Patrick Carpentier # Sears Auto Center Dodge 40.802 176.462 14 16 -0.559 -0.012 19 77 Sam Hornish Jr. # Penske Truck Rental Dodge 40.885 176.104 1 23 -0.642 -0.083 20 15 Paul Menard Menards/Johns Manville Chevrolet 40.896 176.056 1 11 -0.653 -0.011 21 24 Jeff Gordon DuPont/Pepsi Chevrolet 40.917 175.966 1 7 -0.674 -0.021 22 8 Aric Almirola U.S. ARMY Chevrolet 40.964 175.764 1 14 -0.721 -0.047 23 44 David Reutimann UPS/Toys For Tots Toyota 40.967 175.751 12 12 -0.724 -0.003 24 12 Ryan Newman Kodak Dodge 40.990 175.653 11 11 -0.747 -0.023 25 20 Tony Stewart Subway/Home Depot Toyota 41.018 175.533 18 22 -0.775 -0.028 26 17 Matt Kenseth R&L Carriers Ford 41.023 175.511 11 11 -0.780 -0.005 27 26 Jamie McMurray Crown Royal Ford 41.035 175.460 15 18 -0.792 -0.012 28 28 Travis Kvapil Hitachi Power Tools Ford 41.063 175.340 11 11 -0.820 -0.028 29 *00 Mike Skinner Affliction Clothing Toyota 41.079 175.272 11 12 -0.836 -0.016 30 88 Dale Earnhardt Jr. AMP Energy/National Guard Chevrolet 41.129 175.059 16 18 -0.886 -0.050 31 *78 Joe Nemechek Furniture Row Racing Chevrolet 41.137 175.025 14 14 -0.894 -0.008 32 07 Clint Bowyer Jack Daniel's Chevrolet 41.140 175.012 10 11 -0.897 -0.003 33 41 Reed Sorenson Target Dodge 41.153 174.957 12 12 -0.910 -0.013 34 43 Bobby Labonte Cheerois Racing/Betty Crocker/Totinos  41.231 174.626 12 12 -0.988 -0.078 35 01 Regan Smith # DEI/The Principal Financial Group  41.233 174.617 1 15 -0.990 -0.002 36 38 David Gilliland CitiFinancial Ford 41.290 174.376 1 9 -1.047 -0.057 37 7 Robby Gordon Monster Energy Dodge 41.295 174.355 9 9 -1.052 -0.005 38 *70 Tony Raines Haas Automation Chevrolet 41.365 174.060 1 11 -1.122 -0.070 39 55 Michael Waltrip NAPA Toyota 41.438 173.754 11 11 -1.195 -0.073 40 *96 Ken Schrader DLP HDTV Toyota 41.454 173.686 1 20 -1.211 -0.016 41 *21 Marcos Ambrose Little Debbie Ford 41.509 173.456 1 12 -1.266 -0.055 42 *45 Kyle Petty Wells Fargo Dodge 41.540 173.327 13 13 -1.297 -0.031 43 66 Scott Riggs State Water Heaters Chevrolet 41.669 172.790 13 13 -1.426 -0.129 44 *08 Johnny Sauter FUBAR All Natural Dodge 42.960 167.598 11 11 -2.717 -1.291 Car Driver Pos Team Time Speed Lap # # Laps -Fastest -Next *Required to qualify on time

First Drive: 2009 Ford Fiesta

The 2009 Ford Fiesta is just starting to come down the assembly line in Germany, but by 2010 Ford's great-looking entry in the global small-car market will be also be in U.S. showrooms. Will the Fiesta save Ford? Read More

The Hot Pass: Stewart juggling present and future

Tony Stewart is focused on this year's title fight, but he's also busy getting ready for '09. Lee Spencer offers the inside scoop. Read More

Full Test: 2009 Lincoln MKS AWD

Full Test: 2009 Lincoln MKS AWD
The 2009 Lincoln MKS is a luxury sedan that never tries to be a sport sedan. Can a one-dimensional luxury car succeed in the face of more ambitious competitors, both foreign and domestic?

How We Test Cars and Trucks

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Logano leads the way in final N'wide practice

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Former Sonics owner drops suit to regain team

Former Sonics owner drops suit to regain team
Read full story for latest details.

Gordon crash spurs Vegas to install SAFER barrier

A frightening crash by Jeff Gordon last spring has prompted Las Vegas Motor Speedway to install a new SAFER Barrier along the inside wall on the back straightaway of the 1.5-mile track. Read More

Gibbs prez: Further penalties for Nationwide crew

Joe Gibbs Racing plans to further penalize its seven Nationwide Series crew members placed on indefinite suspension by NASCAR, team president J.D. Gibbs said on Friday. Read More

First Drive: 2009 BMW 3 Series

The 2009 BMW 3 Series has a new, more dramatic look, not to mention a dramatically powerful, 275-hp turbocharged diesel engine for the remarkable BMW 330d. Read More

Ohio St. makes Tressel highest-paid in Big Ten

Ohio St. makes Tressel highest-paid in Big Ten
Read full story for latest details.

NASCAR at a glance

NASCAR at a glance
Points standings, upcoming races

Gibbs prez: Further penalties for Nationwide crew

Joe Gibbs Racing plans to further penalize its seven Nationwide Series crew members placed on indefinite suspension by NASCAR, team president J.D. Gibbs said on Friday. Read More

Royals' top pick pulled over contract

Royals' top pick pulled over contract
Eric Hosmer, the Kansas City Royals first-round draft pick thispast June, has been pulled off the field apparently at the request of the commissioner's office, an indication that the contract he signed may not be valid, SI.com has learned.

LIVE: Last practice for N'wide teams in Fontana

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Pepsi 500 starting lineup

Pepsi 500 starting lineup

Kyle Busch dominates truck race at Bristol

BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Kyle Busch earned his third win in the Craftsman Truck Series by dominating the O'Reilly 200 Wednesday at Bristol Motor Speedway. Read More

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team
The pieces continue to unravel with the Sprint Cup organization of Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates.

SI.com's predictions for the 2008 season

SI.com's predictions for the 2008 season
SI.com's college football writers Stewart Mandel, Andy Staples, Cory McCartney, Luke Winn, Bill Trocchi, Arash Markazi and Gennaro Filice provide their predictions for the season.

Johnson ready to build some Chase momentum (AP)

Aiming to build some momentum heading into NASCAR's Chase for the Sprint Cup championship, Jimmie Johnson got off to a good start Friday, winning the pole at Auto Club Speedway. Read More

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team

The pieces continue to unravel with the Sprint Cup organization of Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. Read More

Sale of Kentucky Speedway to SMI still on track

Sale of Kentucky Speedway to SMI still on track
The sale of Kentucky Speedway to Speedway Motorsports Inc. is on track to be completed this fall.

Sonics trucks roll into Okla. City to set up shop

Sonics trucks roll into Okla. City to set up shop
The NBA officially handed over the Seattle franchise to Oklahoma City about two months ago, and three trucks arrived downtown at headquarters on Friday.

How We Test Cars and Trucks

An inside look at the testing procedures that produce Inside Line's performance data for vehicle evaluation, including 0-60-mph acceleration, quarter-mile, slalom and skid pad. Read More

As Chase nears, competition heats up

It's NASCAR's version of a high-stakes game of musical chairs. Read More

Why Not Olympic NASCAR?

Why Not Olympic NASCAR?
The summer Olympic games are held every four years to celebrate the dedication, determination, abilities and sportsmanship of the world's great athletes. The swimmers, runners, cyclists, gymnasts and other...

Massa wins European GP ahead of Hamilton

Massa wins European GP ahead of Hamilton
VALENCIA, Spain -- Ferrari's Felipe Massa won the European Grand Prix for his fourth Formula One victory of the season, leading Sunday's race wire-to-wire to finish comfortably ahead of championship leader Lewis Hamilton.

NASCAR at a glance

NASCAR at a glance
Points standings, upcoming races

Biffle the unheralded driver lurking in top 10 (AP)

Biffle the unheralded driver lurking in top 10 (AP)
Most drivers near the top of the Sprint Cup points standings get more attention than Greg Biffle these days.

Kyle Busch dominates truck race at Bristol

Kyle Busch dominates truck race at Bristol
BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Kyle Busch earned his third win in the Craftsman Truck Series by dominating the O'Reilly 200 Wednesday at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Davis, 18, to drive Moss truck for about 6 races

Randy Moss Motorsports has hired 18-year-old Marc Davis to drive in NASCAR's Craftsman Truck Series. Read More

Sox put Beckett on DL

Sox put Beckett on DL
Read full story for latest details.

Long-Term Test: 2009 Ford Flex Limited

The 2009 Ford Flex is a new kind of vehicle: part crossover and part minivan. We put one in our long-term fleet for a test of one year and 20,000 miles. Is this the family hauler of a new generation? Read More

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team

The pieces continue to unravel with the Sprint Cup organization of Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. Read More

Johnson ready to build some Chase momentum (AP)

Johnson ready to build some Chase momentum (AP)
Aiming to build some momentum heading into NASCAR's Chase for the Sprint Cup championship, Jimmie Johnson got off to a good start Friday, winning the pole at Auto Club Speedway.

Massa wins European GP ahead of Hamilton

VALENCIA, Spain -- Ferrari's Felipe Massa won the European Grand Prix for his fourth Formula One victory of the season, leading Sunday's race wire-to-wire to finish comfortably ahead of championship leader Lewis Hamilton. Read More

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ
The 2009 Toyota iQ is Toyota's new microcar for Europe and Japan, an innovative packaging exercise with a 1.0-liter gasoline engine or a 1.4-liter turbodiesel and squeaky-clean air emissions.

The athlete question dogs drivers

The athlete question dogs drivers
There is one nagging question drivers in the Sprint Cup Series face more often than any other: "Are race car drivers athletes?"

Sprint Cup veterans say Logano hasn't paid his dues

Like so many other young talented drivers entering the world of Sprint Cup racing, Joey Logano was put on the fast track when it was announced this week that he would drive full-time for Joe Gibbs Racing beginning next season. Read More

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype
We drive a couple prototypes of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6, and the program seems to be coming along nicely so far. It'll only be a couple more months until the real thing is upon us.

Logano to drive in six Cup races this fall

Joey Logano will drive in six Sprint Cup races this fall as a tuneup before the 18-year-old star begins his full-time ride at Joe Gibbs Racing. Read More

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20

Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20
The lightning-quick ascent of racing prodigy Joey Logano into NASCAR continued when Joe Gibbs Racing announced on Monday that he will drive full-time for the team in the Sprint Cup Series next season.

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ
The 2009 Toyota iQ is Toyota's new microcar for Europe and Japan, an innovative packaging exercise with a 1.0-liter gasoline engine or a 1.4-liter turbodiesel and squeaky-clean air emissions.

Keep on truckin': Kyle Busch holds off JJ at Bristol

Kyle Busch kept up his torrid pace, winning the Craftsman Truck Series event on Wednesday. Read More

Childress: Fourth car adds promise; more to come

Childress: Fourth car adds promise; more to come
Team owner Richard Childress hopes the addition of a fourth team with Casey Mears is the first step in RCR catching NASCAR's elite teams.

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ

The 2009 Toyota iQ is Toyota's new microcar for Europe and Japan, an innovative packaging exercise with a 1.0-liter gasoline engine or a 1.4-liter turbodiesel and squeaky-clean air emissions. Read More

Full Test: 2009 Kia Borrego EX V8 4x4

Performancewise, the 2009 Kia Borrego EX 4x4 debuts near the top of the traditional midsize SUV market thanks to its 337-hp V8. But is anyone still looking for a traditional sport-utility? Read More

Gibbs prez: Further penalties for Nationwide crew

Joe Gibbs Racing plans to further penalize its seven Nationwide Series crew members placed on indefinite suspension by NASCAR, team president J.D. Gibbs said on Friday. Read More

Childress: Fourth car adds promise; more to come

Team owner Richard Childress hopes the addition of a fourth team with Casey Mears is the first step in RCR catching NASCAR's elite teams. Read More

Massa wins European GP ahead of Hamilton

Massa wins European GP ahead of Hamilton
VALENCIA, Spain -- Ferrari's Felipe Massa won the European Grand Prix for his fourth Formula One victory of the season, leading Sunday's race wire-to-wire to finish comfortably ahead of championship leader Lewis Hamilton.

Johnson eager to get Chase started (AP)

If only most NASCAR drivers had Jimmie Johnson's problems. Read More

Bowyer intent on making Chase

Bowyer intent on making Chase
PHILADELPHIA -- Clint Bowyer was at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday helping Dover International Speedway promote the Camping World RV 400 presented by AAA Sprint Cup Series race that will be held at the track on Sept. 21.

MLB instant replay gets baptism at Wrigley Field

MLB instant replay gets baptism at Wrigley Field
Read full story for latest details.

Full Test: 2009 Kia Borrego EX V8 4x4

Performancewise, the 2009 Kia Borrego EX 4x4 debuts near the top of the traditional midsize SUV market thanks to its 337-hp V8. But is anyone still looking for a traditional sport-utility? Read More

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!
This Saturday night the NASCAR Sprint Cup stars will take to the tight confines of Bristol Motor Speedway under the lights for the 2008 Sharpie 500. This summer classic is...

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ

First Drive: 2009 Toyota iQ
The 2009 Toyota iQ is Toyota's new microcar for Europe and Japan, an innovative packaging exercise with a 1.0-liter gasoline engine or a 1.4-liter turbodiesel and squeaky-clean air emissions.

The heat will be on at Fontana

The pressure is on for drivers and crews as time is running out for teams to make the Chase, Larry McReynolds says. Read More

Edwards nudges Kyle Busch to win Bristol

Edwards nudges Kyle Busch to win Bristol
Carl Edwards eases Kyle Busch aside en route to a Cup win at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday.

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500
Dodge does the unthinkable to the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup by forsaking traditional leaf springs for rear coil springs instead. And it works.

NFL clears Pacman to play for Cowboys in 2008

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Edwards Closes Chase Gap With Michigan Win

Carl Edwards helped his Sprint Cup dreams today by winning the 2008 3M Performance 400 presented by Bondo. Edwards had the best car at the end and survived two... Read More

DW: Fair call

DW: Fair call

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Top Car Video Picks: Monday, August 25

How to powerslide like a pro! Limousine crash test! Destroying a Mercedes! Testing the Porsche GT2! Read More

Finney: Time is starting to pass Gordon by

There are several indicators pointing to the notion that the Sprint Cup Series might finally be passing Jeff Gordon by. Read More

Joey Logano to drive in 7 Sprint Cup races (AP)

Joey Logano will drive in seven Sprint Cup races this fall as a tuneup before the 18-year-old star begins his full-time ride at Joe Gibbs Racing. Read More

Edwards wins with a bump

BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Carl Edwards isn't giving up anything to Kyle Busch and his domination of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, especially when it counts the most. Read More

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs

Gillett Evernham Motorsports will rotate its three NASCAR Sprint Cup crew chiefs on the team's No. 9 Nationwide Series entry for the remainder of this season. Read More

Budweiser Shootout to emphasize manufacturers

The Budweiser Shootout at Daytona will have a new format that places the emphasis on the four manufacturers in NASCAR's Sprint Cup series. Read More

Johnson eager to get Chase started (AP)

If only most NASCAR drivers had Jimmie Johnson's problems. Read More

Three tracks swap dates on '09 schedule

Three tracks swap dates on '09 schedule
Three NASCAR tracks will swap dates on the 2009 Sprint Cup schedule released Tuesday.

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team

Sorenson latest driver to bolt Ganassi Sprint team
The pieces continue to unravel with the Sprint Cup organization of Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates.

Full Test: 2009 Lincoln MKS AWD

The 2009 Lincoln MKS is a luxury sedan that never tries to be a sport sedan. Can a one-dimensional luxury car succeed in the face of more ambitious competitors, both foreign and domestic? Read More

NFL clears Pacman to play for Cowboys in 2008

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Edwards wins with a bump

Edwards wins with a bump
BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Carl Edwards isn't giving up anything to Kyle Busch and his domination of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, especially when it counts the most.

Edwards, Busch placed on probation (PA SportsTicker)

Edwards, Busch placed on probation (PA SportsTicker)
Carl Edwards and Kyle Busch clearly do not like each other. But the NASCAR stars will have to be on their best behavior over the next six weeks.

Race to the Chase Winds Down, Pressure Builds

Auto Club Speedway in California is the site of this Sunday evening's Pepsi 500. Only two races remain before the top twelve drivers are locked into the Chase to... Read More

Logano to drive in seven Sprint Cup races this fall

Logano to drive in seven Sprint Cup races this fall
Joey Logano will drive in seven Sprint Cup races this fall as a tuneup before the 18-year-old star begins his full-time ride at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Childress: Fourth car adds promise; more to come

Team owner Richard Childress hopes the addition of a fourth team with Casey Mears is the first step in RCR catching NASCAR's elite teams. Read More

Joey Logano to drive in 7 Sprint Cup races (AP)

Joey Logano to drive in 7 Sprint Cup races (AP)
Joey Logano will drive in seven Sprint Cup races this fall as a tuneup before the 18-year-old star begins his full-time ride at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Darlington festival on former Southern 500 weekend

Like most NASCAR fans, Darrell Waltrip thought Darlington Raceway's goose was cooked. The former champion and current TV broadcaster saw the expansive new tracks on the circuit with their spacious parking, gleaming seats and fan-friendly touches. Darlington, meanwhile, looked about the same as when Waltrip first raced it three decades earlier. Read More

Gilett Evernham to rotate Nationwide crew chiefs

Gillett Evernham Motorsports will rotate its three NASCAR Sprint Cup crew chiefs on the team's No. 9 Nationwide Series entry for the remainder of this season. Read More

Power Rankings: Stewart poised to make a move

Power Rankings: Stewart poised to make a move
Tony Stewart may not have a win, but he's got plenty of momentum. And it's solidified his spot in Jorge Mondaca's Power Rankings.

Texans WR takes first steps since injuring neck

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Edwards nudges Kyle Busch to win Bristol

Carl Edwards eases Kyle Busch aside en route to a Cup win at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday.

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Budweiser Shootout to emphasize manufacturers

The Budweiser Shootout at Daytona will have a new format that places the emphasis on the four manufacturers in NASCAR's Sprint Cup series. Read More

Texaco leaving Montoya, NASCAR at season's end

Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates will need to find another sponsor for Juan Pablo Montoya because Texaco sponsorship will dry up at the end of the season. Read More

Power Rankings: Carl's turn

Power Rankings: Carl's turn
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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

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Gibbs moves Logano into Stewart's No. 20

The lightning-quick ascent of racing prodigy Joey Logano into NASCAR continued when Joe Gibbs Racing announced on Monday that he will drive full-time for the team in the Sprint Cup Series next season. Read More

2009 Budweiser Shootout to have new format

2009 Budweiser Shootout to have new format
The Budweiser Shootout at Daytona will be around at least three more years with a new format that places the emphasis on the four manufacturers in NASCAR's Sprint Cup series.

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500

First Drive: 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup 1500
Dodge does the unthinkable to the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup by forsaking traditional leaf springs for rear coil springs instead. And it works.

Sorenson to join Gillett in '09

Sorenson to join Gillett in '09
Reed Sorenson isn't waiting for Chip Ganassi Racing to figure out the Car of Tomorrow.

Mangini likely will sit Favre for preseason finale

Mangini likely will sit Favre for preseason finale
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Sorenson to join Gillett Evernham Motorsports (AP)

Reed Sorenson isn't waiting for Chip Ganassi Racing to figure out the Car of Tomorrow. Read More

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype
We drive a couple prototypes of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6, and the program seems to be coming along nicely so far. It'll only be a couple more months until the real thing is upon us.

Sorenson to join Gillett in '09

Sorenson to join Gillett in '09
Reed Sorenson isn't waiting for Chip Ganassi Racing to figure out the Car of Tomorrow.

NASCAR's harshest penalties yet for JGR

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR's latest attempt to reel in the rule-breakers aimed at an unfamiliar target: the normally squeaky-clean Joe Gibbs Racing. Read More

Edwards nudges Kyle Busch to win Bristol

Carl Edwards eases Kyle Busch aside en route to a Cup win at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday.

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Keeping Truex big win for DEI

Keeping Truex big win for DEI
The perception around the NASCAR world is that Dale Earnhardt Inc. is a race team that has fallen into shambles and is on the verge of turning into a museum.

Edwards inches closer to Chase leader

Busch's lead narrows with three races left Read More

NASCAR rookie Hornish assigned new crew chief

Travis Geisler replaced Chris Carrier as crew chief for rookie Sam Hornish Jr. in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series on Tuesday.

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Edwards is latest rival for Busch (PA SportsTicker)

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Logano, 18, picked to replace Stewart in No. 20

Joe Gibbs Racing has selected 18-year-old Joe Logano to replace Tony Stewart in the No. 20 Sprint Cup Toyota next season. Logano was introduced Monday at the team's race shop, less than two months after he made his debut in the Nationwide Series. Home Depot will remain the primary sponsor of the car, and Greg Zipadelli will continue as crew chief. Logano became the youngest winner on NASCAR's second-tier series in June. Read More

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype

We drive a couple prototypes of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6, and the program seems to be coming along nicely so far. It'll only be a couple more months until the real thing is upon us. Read More

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!

Next Up: Night Race In Bristol!
This Saturday night the NASCAR Sprint Cup stars will take to the tight confines of Bristol Motor Speedway under the lights for the 2008 Sharpie 500. This summer classic is...

Edwards wins with a bump

BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Carl Edwards isn't giving up anything to Kyle Busch and his domination of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, especially when it counts the most. Read More

Bowyer intent on making Chase

Bowyer intent on making Chase
PHILADELPHIA -- Clint Bowyer was at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday helping Dover International Speedway promote the Camping World RV 400 presented by AAA Sprint Cup Series race that will be held at the track on Sept. 21.

Report: Strahan tells Giants thanks, no thanks

Report: Strahan tells Giants thanks, no thanks
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Logano, 18, picked to replace Stewart in No. 20 (AP)

Logano, 18, picked to replace Stewart in No. 20 (AP)
Joe Gibbs remembers being a little hesitant the first time he met Joey Logano, days before he was to sign the phenom driver to a development contract with his race team.

Budweiser Shootout to emphasize manufacturers

Budweiser Shootout to emphasize manufacturers
The Budweiser Shootout at Daytona will have a new format that places the emphasis on the four manufacturers in NASCAR's Sprint Cup series.

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

Visit the ESPN Widget Center.

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First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype

First Drive: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Prototype
We drive a couple prototypes of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6, and the program seems to be coming along nicely so far. It'll only be a couple more months until the real thing is upon us.

Logano, 18, picked to replace Stewart in No. 20 (AP)

Joe Gibbs remembers being a little hesitant the first time he met Joey Logano, days before he was to sign the phenom driver to a development contract with his race team. Read More

Logano in ideal situation to succeed right away

With help from Joe Gibbs Racing and crew chief Greg Zipadelli, the sky is the limit for 18-year-old Joey Logano, Lee Spencer says. Read More

Carl Edwards Wins With Bristol Bump-and-Run

Carl Edwards Wins With Bristol Bump-and-Run
Ah, Bristol! Carl Edwards and Kyle Busch put on quite a show in the closing laps of the 2008 Sharpie 500. That excitement continued past the checkered flag...

Ivanovic rallies to advance, Federer moves on

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Joe Gibbs Racing names Logano full-time driver (PA SportsTicker)

HUNTERSVILLE, North Carolina (Ticker) -- Joe Gibbs Racing named 18-year-old phenom Joey Logano as the replacement for Tony Stewart in the No. 20 Toyota car for next season. Read More

Don Banks: Ranking each team's No. 2 quarterback

Don Banks: Ranking each team's No. 2 quarterback
Most teams are forced to turn to their No. 2 quarterback at some point. Don Banks analyzes all 32 backup QBs and evaluates their potential to win games.

Edwards completes sweep at Michigan

Edwards completes sweep at Michigan
Carl Edwards completed a weekend sweep at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, beating NASCAR Sprint Cup points leader Kyle Busch off pit road on their last stops.

P.J. In For J.J. at Watkins Glen

P.J. In For J.J. at Watkins Glen
Add one more road racing ringer to the mix for this weekend's Centurion Boats at The Glen. Hall of Fame racing announced that J.J. Yeley would step aside this...

Bowyer intent on making Chase

PHILADELPHIA -- Clint Bowyer was at Citizens Bank Park on Tuesday helping Dover International Speedway promote the Camping World RV 400 presented by AAA Sprint Cup Series race that will be held at the track on Sept. 21. Read More

Pryor expected to play in opener for Buckeyes

Pryor expected to play in opener for Buckeyes
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