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CUP: Earnhardt Likes ‘Roughness’ Of Racing At Martinsville
CUP: Earnhardt Likes ‘Roughness’ Of Racing At Martinsville: "
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has eight top-five finishes in 22 career starts at Martinsville..."
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has eight top-five finishes in 22 career starts at Martinsville..."
Formula One Fantasy - Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel
Formula One Fantasy - Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel: "If you're being paid to travel the globe whilst racing some of the world's most technologically-advanced cars many would say you are living the dream.
But if you're already a Formula One driver, and have firsthand experience of the glitz, glamour and glory, what would you spend your time daydreaming about? Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel reveals his Formula One fantasies, which include battling team mate Jochen Rindt around the Nurburgring's Nordschleife in a McLaren MP4-5…"
But if you're already a Formula One driver, and have firsthand experience of the glitz, glamour and glory, what would you spend your time daydreaming about? Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel reveals his Formula One fantasies, which include battling team mate Jochen Rindt around the Nurburgring's Nordschleife in a McLaren MP4-5…"
Reutimann to sub for recovering Truex at Texas
Reutimann to sub for recovering Truex at Texas: "Pastrana-Waltrip Racing announced Thursday that David Reutimann will drive the No. 99 in the April 8 Nationwide race at Texas Motor Speedway while Ryan Truex recovers from wrist surgery."
NASCAR Can Do Without Foster Gillett
NASCAR Can Do Without Foster Gillett: "
It's difficult to tell why so many seem so consumed with the idea of Kimi Raikkonen trying his hand at NASCAR. The 2007 Formula One driving champion has announced plans to tackle the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series beginning next month at Charlotte Motor Speedway, driving a limited schedule of events for the new ICE1 Racing Team. His self-professed plans call for a quick progression to Sprint Cup competition by the end of the year, though that itinerary could be pushed back once he actually straps into a NASCAR machine for the first time.
Juan Pablo Montoya, Sam Hornish, Jr., Dario Franchitti, Danica Patrick, Nelson Piquet, Jr, and Narain Karthiheyan have made similar transitions to the stock car world in recent seasons with wildly varying levels of success, making one wonder what intrigue remains in the well-worn 'Open Wheel Star Attempts Transition To NASCAR' headline? After winning the 2007 F1 title with Ferrari -- and who couldn't win for Ferrari in those days -- 'The Iceman' soon faded from the headlines, eventually losing his seat and turning his competitive attention to the World Rally Championship. He currently languishes ninth in the WRC standings, having become more famous for a series of highlight-reel crashes than any true display of driving ability.
Maybe the fascination is not with Kimi, after all. Perhaps the hubbub is really about the man Raikkonen threatens to bring with him as majority owner of ICE1 Racing, Foster Gillett.
You remember Gillett, the 190-pound silver spoon who carried water for his father, George, while they laid waste to the once-proud franchises known as Evernham Motorsports and Richard Petty Motorsports. After arriving in an explosion of hype and grandiose promises, the Gilletts proceeded to run Ray Evernham out of his own building and reduce Richard Petty from 'King of Stock Car Racing' to 'impotent ceremonial figurehead' in a matter of a few short months. Over-leveraged and overhyped, the Gilletts became a NASCAR version of Smokey and the Bandit's Big and Little Enos; bulling their way through a series of horrible decisions that left a wide swath of unpaid bills and broken promises in their wake.
Until recently, it appeared the Gilletts would join J.D. Stacy, Bobby Ginn, Alex Meshkin and Michael Holigan on the short list of the sport's all-time most inept owners, until reports surfaced this week that 'Little Enos' is apparently game for another crack at NASCAR team ownership.
'Kimi Raikkonen must not be as smart as people say he is,' said Evernham when told of the plan this week. 'I can't imagine anyone doing business with them, considering (Gillett's) past history. There are a lot of people out there who are still owed a lot of money. It's a joke.'
Evernham said he makes 'absolutely no distinction' between George and Foster Gillett, saying both men 'sat in all the meetings and made the decisions. One is as responsible as the other,' said Evernham, for their mountain of unpaid bills and laid off former employees.
Foster Gillett's return to NASCAR -- if it happens -- is like John Dillinger dropping by the bank a day after the heist to ask if he qualifies for a free toaster, and anyone who deals with ICE1 Racing on anything but a cash-in-advance basis deserves the screwing they will almost certainly receive.
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It's difficult to tell why so many seem so consumed with the idea of Kimi Raikkonen trying his hand at NASCAR. The 2007 Formula One driving champion has announced plans to tackle the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series beginning next month at Charlotte Motor Speedway, driving a limited schedule of events for the new ICE1 Racing Team. His self-professed plans call for a quick progression to Sprint Cup competition by the end of the year, though that itinerary could be pushed back once he actually straps into a NASCAR machine for the first time.Juan Pablo Montoya, Sam Hornish, Jr., Dario Franchitti, Danica Patrick, Nelson Piquet, Jr, and Narain Karthiheyan have made similar transitions to the stock car world in recent seasons with wildly varying levels of success, making one wonder what intrigue remains in the well-worn 'Open Wheel Star Attempts Transition To NASCAR' headline? After winning the 2007 F1 title with Ferrari -- and who couldn't win for Ferrari in those days -- 'The Iceman' soon faded from the headlines, eventually losing his seat and turning his competitive attention to the World Rally Championship. He currently languishes ninth in the WRC standings, having become more famous for a series of highlight-reel crashes than any true display of driving ability.
Maybe the fascination is not with Kimi, after all. Perhaps the hubbub is really about the man Raikkonen threatens to bring with him as majority owner of ICE1 Racing, Foster Gillett.
You remember Gillett, the 190-pound silver spoon who carried water for his father, George, while they laid waste to the once-proud franchises known as Evernham Motorsports and Richard Petty Motorsports. After arriving in an explosion of hype and grandiose promises, the Gilletts proceeded to run Ray Evernham out of his own building and reduce Richard Petty from 'King of Stock Car Racing' to 'impotent ceremonial figurehead' in a matter of a few short months. Over-leveraged and overhyped, the Gilletts became a NASCAR version of Smokey and the Bandit's Big and Little Enos; bulling their way through a series of horrible decisions that left a wide swath of unpaid bills and broken promises in their wake. Until recently, it appeared the Gilletts would join J.D. Stacy, Bobby Ginn, Alex Meshkin and Michael Holigan on the short list of the sport's all-time most inept owners, until reports surfaced this week that 'Little Enos' is apparently game for another crack at NASCAR team ownership.
'Kimi Raikkonen must not be as smart as people say he is,' said Evernham when told of the plan this week. 'I can't imagine anyone doing business with them, considering (Gillett's) past history. There are a lot of people out there who are still owed a lot of money. It's a joke.'
Evernham said he makes 'absolutely no distinction' between George and Foster Gillett, saying both men 'sat in all the meetings and made the decisions. One is as responsible as the other,' said Evernham, for their mountain of unpaid bills and laid off former employees.
Foster Gillett's return to NASCAR -- if it happens -- is like John Dillinger dropping by the bank a day after the heist to ask if he qualifies for a free toaster, and anyone who deals with ICE1 Racing on anything but a cash-in-advance basis deserves the screwing they will almost certainly receive.
Biffle to Make 300th Start This Weekend in Martinsville
Biffle to Make 300th Start This Weekend in Martinsville: "
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Concord, N.C. (March 31, 2011) – This weekend in Martinsville, Greg Biffle will make his 300th Sprint Cup start. His first Sprint Cup start was at Auto Club Speedway on April 28th of 2002 where he started 29th and finished 13th in a No. 16 Jack Roush-owned Ford. Over the course of his 299 starts, Biffle has accumulated 16 wins, 66 top-five finishes and 114 top-10 finishes.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
CUP: Crew Chief Penalized By NASCAR
CUP: Crew Chief Penalized By NASCAR: "
Crew chief for the No. 78 Team in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series penalized for rule violation at Auto Club Speedway..."
Crew chief for the No. 78 Team in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series penalized for rule violation at Auto Club Speedway..."
Earnhardt, Ware reconcile, continue relationship
Earnhardt, Ware reconcile, continue relationship: "As one day ends, another one begins and the relationship between Rick Ware Racing and Jeffrey Earnhardt Inc. continues."
F1: McLaren To Scrap Titanium Diffuser For Malaysia
F1: McLaren To Scrap Titanium Diffuser For Malaysia: "
McLaren's exhaust layout will be lighter in Malaysia than in Australia..."
McLaren's exhaust layout will be lighter in Malaysia than in Australia..."
Stremme Returns To Cup With New Team
Stremme Returns To Cup With New Team: "
Sirius NASCAR Radio's Sirius Speedway with Dave Moody has learned that 2003 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year David Stremme will return to the series at Richmond International Raceway later this month with the new Inception Motorsports team.
Stremme will drive the #30 Inception Chevrolet in a select schedule of events this season, beginning with the Crown Royal Presents the Matthew and Daniel Hansen 400 at Richmond on April 30, with a goal of running the full 2012 Sprint Cup schedule.
Veterans Steve Lane and Gus Larkin will be a part of the new operation, with Lane serving as crew chief and Larkin -- who most recently served as the Team Manager at JR Motorsports -– managing managing the team’s day-to-day business. Inception Motorsports will be based in Mooresville, N.C., and will be privately funded through the Inception Investment Group.
“The plan is solid,” said Stremme, who has a combined total of 20 Top-5 and 52 Top-10 finishes in the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, Penske Racing, Rusty Wallace Racing and Braun Racing. “We’re going to pick our shots this season, earn respect and establish ourselves as a competitive race team. Then we’ll make a points run in 2012.
“The exciting thing about Inception is that everyone involved is experienced in the sport,” he said. “I think this will be a good deal. We all share a common belief system about how to build and operate a successful race team.”
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Sirius NASCAR Radio's Sirius Speedway with Dave Moody has learned that 2003 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year David Stremme will return to the series at Richmond International Raceway later this month with the new Inception Motorsports team. Stremme will drive the #30 Inception Chevrolet in a select schedule of events this season, beginning with the Crown Royal Presents the Matthew and Daniel Hansen 400 at Richmond on April 30, with a goal of running the full 2012 Sprint Cup schedule.
Veterans Steve Lane and Gus Larkin will be a part of the new operation, with Lane serving as crew chief and Larkin -- who most recently served as the Team Manager at JR Motorsports -– managing managing the team’s day-to-day business. Inception Motorsports will be based in Mooresville, N.C., and will be privately funded through the Inception Investment Group.
“The plan is solid,” said Stremme, who has a combined total of 20 Top-5 and 52 Top-10 finishes in the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, Penske Racing, Rusty Wallace Racing and Braun Racing. “We’re going to pick our shots this season, earn respect and establish ourselves as a competitive race team. Then we’ll make a points run in 2012.“The exciting thing about Inception is that everyone involved is experienced in the sport,” he said. “I think this will be a good deal. We all share a common belief system about how to build and operate a successful race team.”
Earnhardt released as driver of No. 1 Chevrolet
Earnhardt released as driver of No. 1 Chevrolet: "Jeffrey Earnhardt was released as driver of Rick Ware Racing's No. 1 Chevrolet truck Tuesday after the team owner alleged Earnhardt and his management company were shopping the sponsor in an effort to land another ride."
Ware Axes Earnhardt, Alleges Breach of Contract
Ware Axes Earnhardt, Alleges Breach of Contract: "Rick Ware Racing has severed its relationship with driver Jeffrey Earnhardt, despite ranking 10th in Camping World Truck Series points.
Team owner Rick Ware said the decision came when several team owners reported being approached by Earnhardt about driving for them and bringing the team’s sponsor, Fuel Doctor, along with him. “(Earnhardt) and his management company (have) been shopping around for another team, (saying) that sponsorship was coming with them,” said Ware. “This aggressive move… has resulted in a breach of contract. Rick Ware Racing will now put the focus on finding a driver for the #1 Fuel Doctor Chevy at Martinsville and for the rest of the season.”
Earnhardt released a statement admitting that he shopped around for a new team, but insisted he did so only after Fuel Doctor informed RWR that it would seek alternative marketing venues. 'To read that release was very upsetting and I’m disappointed to hear the inflammatory and disparaging statements personally made by Rick Ware about me and my company,' said Earnhardt. 'The facts support that we did reach out to other race teams after the sponsor notified Rick Ware and my group that they were pursuing alternative marketing venues.
“Rick advised us that he would only race me in Martinsville providing we signed a release to allow him out of his contract with (my management company), Jeffrey Earnhardt, Inc.” said Earnhardt. 'That release never arrived and we notified him in writing on Monday that we expected to drive the No. 1 truck in Martinsville, in accordance with our contract. To suggest anything other than these facts does not reflect the truth and is unfair to the fans and us.
'We are extremely thankful for Fuel Doctor's support over the past two years and will avoid compromising our progress this season by giving credence to the misinformation coming from RWR,' he said. 'This news speeds up the need to find an alternative ride, and we look forward to continuing our run for Rookie of the Year with a new team.”
Ware called the parting with Earnhardt “disheartening,” adding “all the effort, time and money spent on Jeffrey have been for nothing. But we have been given no choice but to look for another driver. … It’s a disappointment that I have not felt in this sport before.”
There is no word on whether Earnhardt will race this weekend at Martinsville Speedway, and if so, for whom.
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Team owner Rick Ware said the decision came when several team owners reported being approached by Earnhardt about driving for them and bringing the team’s sponsor, Fuel Doctor, along with him. “(Earnhardt) and his management company (have) been shopping around for another team, (saying) that sponsorship was coming with them,” said Ware. “This aggressive move… has resulted in a breach of contract. Rick Ware Racing will now put the focus on finding a driver for the #1 Fuel Doctor Chevy at Martinsville and for the rest of the season.” Earnhardt released a statement admitting that he shopped around for a new team, but insisted he did so only after Fuel Doctor informed RWR that it would seek alternative marketing venues. 'To read that release was very upsetting and I’m disappointed to hear the inflammatory and disparaging statements personally made by Rick Ware about me and my company,' said Earnhardt. 'The facts support that we did reach out to other race teams after the sponsor notified Rick Ware and my group that they were pursuing alternative marketing venues.
“Rick advised us that he would only race me in Martinsville providing we signed a release to allow him out of his contract with (my management company), Jeffrey Earnhardt, Inc.” said Earnhardt. 'That release never arrived and we notified him in writing on Monday that we expected to drive the No. 1 truck in Martinsville, in accordance with our contract. To suggest anything other than these facts does not reflect the truth and is unfair to the fans and us.
'We are extremely thankful for Fuel Doctor's support over the past two years and will avoid compromising our progress this season by giving credence to the misinformation coming from RWR,' he said. 'This news speeds up the need to find an alternative ride, and we look forward to continuing our run for Rookie of the Year with a new team.”
Ware called the parting with Earnhardt “disheartening,” adding “all the effort, time and money spent on Jeffrey have been for nothing. But we have been given no choice but to look for another driver. … It’s a disappointment that I have not felt in this sport before.”
There is no word on whether Earnhardt will race this weekend at Martinsville Speedway, and if so, for whom.
Raikkonen To NASCAR? And He's Bringing Foster Gillett With Him!
Raikkonen To NASCAR? And He's Bringing Foster Gillett With Him!: "
Multiple published reports today say that 2007 Formula One champion Kimi Raikkonen will complete in a limited schedule of events on the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series this season with a new team owned in part by Foster Gillett.
Gillett is the son of former Richard Petty Motorsports majority owner George Gillett, who walked away from the team late last season, leaving it in financial ruin before being bought out by former partner Richard Petty and a pair of partners.
Raikkonen -- a former World Driving Champion in F1 -- has raced on the World Rally Championship circuit since losing his Formula One seat, and will reportedly continue with his rally career while racing a limited schedule in NASCAR. The Finnish Turun Sanomat newspaper reports that Gillett will be “a major partner” in Raikkonen's new ICE1 Racing Team.
Commenting on the report, former Gillett Evernham Motorsports minority partner Ray Evernham quipped, 'Kimi Raikkonen must not be as smart as people say he is.
'I honestly can't believe it will happen,' added Evernham, who sold a majority interest in his team to George Gillett and still claims to be owed millions of dollars. 'I can't see how (the team) will be able to get parts and pieces. I can't imagine anyone doing business with (Gillett), considering the past history.
'That's just my opinion,' he said, 'but the facts are there. There are a lot of people out there who are still owed a lot of money. It's a joke.'
Evernham said he makes 'absolutely no distinction' between Gillett the father and Gillett the son, saying both men 'sat in all the meetings and made the decisions. One is as responsible as the other. I don't see a difference between them, and I can't see how anyone else would, either.'
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Multiple published reports today say that 2007 Formula One champion Kimi Raikkonen will complete in a limited schedule of events on the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series this season with a new team owned in part by Foster Gillett. Gillett is the son of former Richard Petty Motorsports majority owner George Gillett, who walked away from the team late last season, leaving it in financial ruin before being bought out by former partner Richard Petty and a pair of partners.
Raikkonen -- a former World Driving Champion in F1 -- has raced on the World Rally Championship circuit since losing his Formula One seat, and will reportedly continue with his rally career while racing a limited schedule in NASCAR. The Finnish Turun Sanomat newspaper reports that Gillett will be “a major partner” in Raikkonen's new ICE1 Racing Team.
Commenting on the report, former Gillett Evernham Motorsports minority partner Ray Evernham quipped, 'Kimi Raikkonen must not be as smart as people say he is.
'I honestly can't believe it will happen,' added Evernham, who sold a majority interest in his team to George Gillett and still claims to be owed millions of dollars. 'I can't see how (the team) will be able to get parts and pieces. I can't imagine anyone doing business with (Gillett), considering the past history.
'That's just my opinion,' he said, 'but the facts are there. There are a lot of people out there who are still owed a lot of money. It's a joke.'
Evernham said he makes 'absolutely no distinction' between Gillett the father and Gillett the son, saying both men 'sat in all the meetings and made the decisions. One is as responsible as the other. I don't see a difference between them, and I can't see how anyone else would, either.'
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
SX: Stewart Arrested For Impersonating An Officer
SX: Stewart Arrested For Impersonating An Officer: "
Supercross star James Stewart was arrested for attempting to pull over a pair of off-duty highway patrolmen in Central Florida."
Supercross star James Stewart was arrested for attempting to pull over a pair of off-duty highway patrolmen in Central Florida."
F1: Sauber Withdraws Australian GP Disqualification Appeal
F1: Sauber Withdraws Australian GP Disqualification Appeal: "
Sauber will no longer appeal the disqualification of Sergio Perez and Kamui Kobayashi from the Australian GP..."
Sauber will no longer appeal the disqualification of Sergio Perez and Kamui Kobayashi from the Australian GP..."
Monday, March 28, 2011
RT@news14charlotte: Police charge man with arson at SouthPark hotel http://bit.ly/h5ED9T
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LewisHamilton: Hey guys, big news -- I'm going to be in @DisneyPixar's #Cars2! Take a look at my car... This is wicked;) http://t.co/6aeQfq3
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RT@OfficialMotoGP: MotoGP screensaver: The latest news, photos and rider details on your desktop! http://bit.ly/gWKlyO
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Sunday, March 27, 2011
Tough Day in Fontana; Ragan Finishes 22nd
Tough Day in Fontana; Ragan Finishes 22nd: "
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The No. 6 UPS Ford at Auto Club Speedway
David Ragan started Sunday’s race from the sixth position, but the UPS Ford started out pretty tight around the two-mile track. David was only able to run the high lane early in the race because of the handling of his car. On his first trip down pit road, Crew Chief Drew Blickensderfer and the UPS crew made an air pressure adjustment and put on four fresh tires. David was running inside of the top 15 when he made his first pit stop of the race.
After those first changes, David started to move around the track to try and find a lane with speed, but the car was still snug. During the next few pit stops, the UPS team made track bar adjustments and took out a shim in the right front to try and get the car to handle better. David was back out on track running around the top 20 after those changes were made.
As the race progressed and passed the halfway point, the UPS Ford got a bit too loose and David needed more rear grip in the car. The team made additional changes with adding a rubber to the left side of the car, and David was back out on track still racing around 20th position.
With just over 30 laps remaining in the race, the UPS team continued with air and wedge adjustments to get the car to free up for David. David had said over the radio that for the final 25 laps it would be better for him to have a loose race car than to try and wheel a tight car around at the end of the race. The changes didn’t seem to get the car where it needed to be to move up through the field, and the UPS team finished 22nd in Fontana.
“We just made adjustment after adjustment and never could make it right,” said David after the race. “There at the long part of the race when we had some clean traffic, we were trying to tighten the car up because it was too free. Then when we got into traffic during those last few restarts with all the dirty air, our UPS Ford just got too tight. You know, me and Drew and our team engineer have just got to sit down and take a look at the adjustments we made and see where we can make it better. I think we had an opportunity to finish better than we did.”
David and the UPS team head to Martinsville Speedway next weekend sitting 22nd in the points. Be sure to catch the race on Sunday at 1 p.m. Eastern Time on Fox.
JGR engine woes continue as Hamlin latest victim
JGR engine woes continue as Hamlin latest victim: "It's been a season of head-scratching for Joe Gibbs Racing and its three drivers as all but one race weekend this season, Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin or Joey Logano have had engine problems. Sunday at Auto Club Speedway, that trend continued."
Last-lap pass gives Harvick win at Fontana
Last-lap pass gives Harvick win at Fontana: "FONTANA, Calif. -- With a last-lap pass of Jimmie Johnson, Kevin Harvick won Sunday's Auto Club 400 at Auto Club Speedway."
Saturday, March 26, 2011
RT@NASCAR: Kyle Busch talks to ESPN in Victory Lane #NASCAR http://twitpic.com/4dotqx
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Earnhardt credits car, communication for fast start
Earnhardt credits car, communication for fast start: "There was a time not too long ago Dale Earnhardt Jr. would have considered a top-10 a victory. The past two seasons, top-10 finishes were few and far between for NASCAR's most popular driver. But with three consecutive finishes of 11th or better, Earnhardt comes into the Auto Club 400 at Auto Club Speedway with a different mindset than his past few visits to the 2-mile track located near the base of the San Gabriel Mountains."
Qualifying analysis - is Vettel invincible?
Qualifying analysis - is Vettel invincible?: "Final practice and qualifying went a long way towards alleviating the worst fears about the degradation of Pirelli's tyres, and the general conclusion of the day was that the Italian rubber performed better than expected. But the speed of Sebastian Vettel's Red Bull RB& struck fear into rivals' hearts as only McLaren could take the fight to them and Ferrari and Mercedes were left disappointed"
Friday, March 25, 2011
NNS: Edwards Fast In California Practice
NNS: Edwards Fast In California Practice: "
Carl Edwards was the fastest driver in the final NASCAR Nationwide Series practice for the Royal Purple 300 at Auto Club Speedway..."
Carl Edwards was the fastest driver in the final NASCAR Nationwide Series practice for the Royal Purple 300 at Auto Club Speedway..."
TRG Motorsports making a switch to Ford Fusions
TRG Motorsports making a switch to Ford Fusions: "Team owner Kevin Buckler confirmed Friday that starting at Texas Motor Speedway, his TRG Motorsports Sprint Cup Team will run Ford Fusions supplied by Roush Fenway Racing with engines provided by Roush/Yates Engines."
Drag racing: The sport of millionaires
Drag racing: The sport of millionaires: "In the department of little-known milestones, 2011 marks the sixtieth birthday of the National Hot Rod Association. Started by magazine editor Wally Parks in 1951 in California, the association organizes and promotes the sport of drag racing, which is looking pretty lively as it approaches senior citizen status.
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
RT@OfficialMotoGP: #MotoGP riders have put their signatures on a special shirt being sold to aid fundraising efforts for Japan: http://bit.ly/WeForJapan
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Sources: TRG Will Jump To Ford Camp
Sources: TRG Will Jump To Ford Camp: "Sirius NASCAR Radio's Sirius Speedway with Dave Moody has learned that TRG Motorsports will make a manufacturer change, converting its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team from Chevrolet to Ford power.
Multiple sources close to the situation say team owner Kevin Buckler met with Jack Roush yesterday to discuss a deal that will result in TRG receiving cars and engines from Roush-Fenway Racing, beginning at Texas Motor Speedway April 9.
Rookie Andy Lally has run the first four races of the season for TRG, and currently ranks 35th in championship points with a best finish of 31st at Phoenix International Raceway. He will be replaced by Hermie Sadler on a one-race basis at Martinsville next weekend, with Lally returning to the cockpit the following week at Texas. Sadler, a native of Emporia, Va., drove for TRG in the fall race at Martinsville last year, finishing 26th.
A call to TRG Motorsports owner Kevin Buckler seeking confirmation was not immediately returned.
In a related story, TRG has tabbed Paul Chapprood to serve as the team’s interim crew chief this weekend in California. Chapprood replaces Jay Guy, who left the team to accept a position as crewchief on Travis Kvapil's #38 Long John Silver’s Ford at Front Row Motorsports.
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Multiple sources close to the situation say team owner Kevin Buckler met with Jack Roush yesterday to discuss a deal that will result in TRG receiving cars and engines from Roush-Fenway Racing, beginning at Texas Motor Speedway April 9. Rookie Andy Lally has run the first four races of the season for TRG, and currently ranks 35th in championship points with a best finish of 31st at Phoenix International Raceway. He will be replaced by Hermie Sadler on a one-race basis at Martinsville next weekend, with Lally returning to the cockpit the following week at Texas. Sadler, a native of Emporia, Va., drove for TRG in the fall race at Martinsville last year, finishing 26th.
A call to TRG Motorsports owner Kevin Buckler seeking confirmation was not immediately returned.
In a related story, TRG has tabbed Paul Chapprood to serve as the team’s interim crew chief this weekend in California. Chapprood replaces Jay Guy, who left the team to accept a position as crewchief on Travis Kvapil's #38 Long John Silver’s Ford at Front Row Motorsports.
Cobb Charged In Theft Of Race Parts
Cobb Charged In Theft Of Race Parts: "
The battle between Jennifer Jo Cobb and her former car owner, 2nd Chance Motorsports owner Rick Russell, escalated to a new level today, with news that Russell has filed a police report alleging that Cobb and her crewchief, Steve Kuykendall, stole $16,000 in race parts from his Mooresville, N.C. facility.
Russell filed larceny charges against the pair, and claimed police found about half of the missing parts Sunday in a storage facility used by Cobb. Russell told ESPN.com, 'There were containers of parts that came right off (my) shelves with the prices still marked on them. Both her and her crew chief said they didn't know how it got there.”
Cobb said the storage unit belongs to Russell, saying they had his permission to move the parts there in an attempt to clear space in his race shop. She denied being involved in any theft, claiming she told Russell Sunday to take all the parts that belonged to him.
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The battle between Jennifer Jo Cobb and her former car owner, 2nd Chance Motorsports owner Rick Russell, escalated to a new level today, with news that Russell has filed a police report alleging that Cobb and her crewchief, Steve Kuykendall, stole $16,000 in race parts from his Mooresville, N.C. facility. Russell filed larceny charges against the pair, and claimed police found about half of the missing parts Sunday in a storage facility used by Cobb. Russell told ESPN.com, 'There were containers of parts that came right off (my) shelves with the prices still marked on them. Both her and her crew chief said they didn't know how it got there.”
Cobb said the storage unit belongs to Russell, saying they had his permission to move the parts there in an attempt to clear space in his race shop. She denied being involved in any theft, claiming she told Russell Sunday to take all the parts that belonged to him.
Guy tabbed to serve as Kvapil's crew chief
Guy tabbed to serve as Kvapil's crew chief: "Veteran crew chief Jay Guy has been tabbed to handle pit box duties for Travis Kvapil's No. 38 Ford, beginning this weekend at Auto Club Speedway."
In the Draft with Elliott Sadler: March Madness
In the Draft with Elliott Sadler: March Madness: "The No. 2 KHI team had a great run at Bristol this past weekend. I'm really excited that we have some momentum heading into Auto Club Speedway this weekend."
Virgin name Yamamoto as reserve for opening three rounds
Virgin name Yamamoto as reserve for opening three rounds: "Virgin have announced Sakon Yamamoto will be the team's reserve driver for the first three Grands Prix of the season. Although Yamamoto isn't expected to enjoy any on-track practice action at the Australian, Malaysian and Chinese rounds, he will be present at all three events to assist the team's race drivers Timo Glock and Jerome D'Ambrosio."
Cassill Swaps Rides, Moves To Phoenix Racing
Cassill Swaps Rides, Moves To Phoenix Racing: "
Landon Cassill will move from the #60 Germain Racing Sprint Cup entry to James Finch’s #09 Phoenix Racing Chevrolet, beginning this weekend at Auto Club Speedway. Cassill replaces former Sprint Cup Series champion Bill Elliott, who ran the first four races of the season. Phoenix Racing originally planned to run Elliott in up to 18 races this year, but have struggled to an average finish of 23.5, with a best showing of 12th in the season opener at Daytona.
“Hopefully, I can do good enough to keep the car in the top 35,” said Cassill. “This is my first real opportunity to drive the same car every week, and be able to run the entire race. James Finch expects me to run well, but that’s okay. I welcome the challenge.”
Phoenix uses chassis and engines from Hendrick Motorsports, for whom Cassill has served as a developmental and test driver for the past five years. 'I’m excited to be in Hendrick equipment,” he said. “I obviously know their stuff pretty well. I’m comfortable in it, I know the kind of stuff they’re trying and I think it’s going to be good.”
Cassill will make his debut with Phoenix Racing this weekend at Auto Club Speedway, with sponsorship from Rydex/Security Benefit.
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Landon Cassill will move from the #60 Germain Racing Sprint Cup entry to James Finch’s #09 Phoenix Racing Chevrolet, beginning this weekend at Auto Club Speedway. Cassill replaces former Sprint Cup Series champion Bill Elliott, who ran the first four races of the season. Phoenix Racing originally planned to run Elliott in up to 18 races this year, but have struggled to an average finish of 23.5, with a best showing of 12th in the season opener at Daytona. “Hopefully, I can do good enough to keep the car in the top 35,” said Cassill. “This is my first real opportunity to drive the same car every week, and be able to run the entire race. James Finch expects me to run well, but that’s okay. I welcome the challenge.”
Phoenix uses chassis and engines from Hendrick Motorsports, for whom Cassill has served as a developmental and test driver for the past five years. 'I’m excited to be in Hendrick equipment,” he said. “I obviously know their stuff pretty well. I’m comfortable in it, I know the kind of stuff they’re trying and I think it’s going to be good.”
Cassill will make his debut with Phoenix Racing this weekend at Auto Club Speedway, with sponsorship from Rydex/Security Benefit.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
F1: Hamilton Comments Suggest Red Bull Move Not Imminent
F1: Hamilton Comments Suggest Red Bull Move Not Imminent: "
McLaren's Lewis Hamilton doesn't sound keen on a future move to Red Bull..."
McLaren's Lewis Hamilton doesn't sound keen on a future move to Red Bull..."
F1: Adjustable Wing Innovation To Be Tweaked - Whitmarsh
F1: Adjustable Wing Innovation To Be Tweaked - Whitmarsh: "
FOTA chairman Martin Whitmarsh says the new adjustable rear wings are a work in progress..."
FOTA chairman Martin Whitmarsh says the new adjustable rear wings are a work in progress..."
F1: Ecclestone Goes To New York, Not Melbourne
F1: Ecclestone Goes To New York, Not Melbourne: "
Bernie Ecclestone won't be in attendance for the season opener in Australia..."
Bernie Ecclestone won't be in attendance for the season opener in Australia..."
Drivers to receive an extra set of tyres for Melbourne practice
Drivers to receive an extra set of tyres for Melbourne practice: "The drivers will be given an additional set of 'prime' tyres to use during Friday free practice at this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. A recent amendment to the regulations authorizes tyre supplier Pirelli to hand over 12 sets of tyres - instead of the standard 11 - at selected events.
With warmer temperatures expected in Melbourne than the teams have experienced throughout winter testing, the Italian tyre manufacturer believe an additional set of the hard compound tyres will allow the drivers to complete more practice laps. And after a year of preparation, Pirelli's motorsport director Paul Hembery is keen for the on-track action to begin."
With warmer temperatures expected in Melbourne than the teams have experienced throughout winter testing, the Italian tyre manufacturer believe an additional set of the hard compound tyres will allow the drivers to complete more practice laps. And after a year of preparation, Pirelli's motorsport director Paul Hembery is keen for the on-track action to begin."
Chandhok joins Lotus as reserve driver
Chandhok joins Lotus as reserve driver: "Lotus have announced Karun Chandhok is to join the team as reserve driver for the 2011 season. Chandhok, who made 10 Grands Prix starts last year for HRT, will make his first appearance for Lotus this weekend during Friday's practice session for the Australian Grand Prix.
“This is another great day for Team Lotus,” said Lotus team principal Tony Fernandes. “Karun's appointment to our team gives us not only his immense driving talent and F1 experience, both of which will help us develop the car even further, but also brings one of the warmest, most professional personalities I have the pleasure of knowing into the Team Lotus family."
“This is another great day for Team Lotus,” said Lotus team principal Tony Fernandes. “Karun's appointment to our team gives us not only his immense driving talent and F1 experience, both of which will help us develop the car even further, but also brings one of the warmest, most professional personalities I have the pleasure of knowing into the Team Lotus family."
Monday, March 21, 2011
CUP: Menard Showing Continuing Strength
CUP: Menard Showing Continuing Strength: "
Early-season surge has RCR driver at his peak point position…"
Early-season surge has RCR driver at his peak point position…"
F1: Whitmarsh Hopes Risky Last-Minute Upgrade Pays Off
F1: Whitmarsh Hopes Risky Last-Minute Upgrade Pays Off: "
Lewis Hamilton thinks MP4-26 is one second slow..."
Lewis Hamilton thinks MP4-26 is one second slow..."
F1: Mateschitz Expects Red Bull In Front On Sunday
F1: Mateschitz Expects Red Bull In Front On Sunday: "
Dietrich Mateschitz is sure about the teams chances..."
Dietrich Mateschitz is sure about the teams chances..."
RT@No38TurnerNNS: @JasonLeffler and @stevebyrnes12 on set @SPEED studio taping Race Hub! #NASCAR #NASCAR_NNS http://plixi.com/p/85827144
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RT@NASCAR: RT @katemdavis: @MarcosAmbrose talking to One HD in Australia from the @NASCAR NewsCenter @NascarHall. http://yfrog.com/hsev9vgj #NASCAR
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David Ragan To Visit Los Angeles Shriners Hospitals For Children®
David Ragan To Visit Los Angeles Shriners Hospitals For Children®: "
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Los Angeles(March 21, 2011) – David Ragan named Shriners Hospitals for Children® his charity of choice in 2008 and has continued to support their great cause over the years in everything that he does. One highlight of Ragan’s relationship with the Shriners is getting a chance to visit the different hospitals and get a firsthand look at the innovative medical advances that the Shriners are doing to help children in need. On his way out to Auto Club Speedway on Thursday, March 24th Ragan will make a stop in Los Angeles to visit with the children at the Shriners Ho
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McLaren banking on major improvement in Melbourne
McLaren banking on major improvement in Melbourne: "McLaren are hoping that last-minute upgrades to their 2011 car will bring an improvement of up to one second per lap at this weekend's Australian Grand Prix, relative to their pre-season testing form.
By their own admission, McLaren's test programme with the MP4-26 has not gone to plan, but team principal Martin Whitmarsh is now confident that the late revisions, principally to the car's floor and exhaust, will provide a significant performance boost"
By their own admission, McLaren's test programme with the MP4-26 has not gone to plan, but team principal Martin Whitmarsh is now confident that the late revisions, principally to the car's floor and exhaust, will provide a significant performance boost"
Q&A with Force India's Sutil, Di Resta & Hulkenberg
Q&A with Force India's Sutil, Di Resta & Hulkenberg: "Force India have high expectations for the 2011 season. At the wheel of the new VJM04 will be experienced German Adrian Sutil, who has been with the team since their 2007 Spyker days, and Scottish newcomer and reigning DTM champion Paul Di Resta. Backing them up as reserve will be Germany's Nico Hulkenberg, who put Williams on pole in Brazil last year. All three men preview the campaign ahead"
RT@Drive2EndHunger: RT @JGinfo: http://bit.ly/ec9MSV See Jeff Gordon's @Drive2EndHunger showcar- March 24 Food Drive @RalphsGrocery (Fontana, Ca) #NASCAR
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Sunday, March 20, 2011
RT@NASCAR: Watch the post race press conference with race winner @KyleBusch crew chief Dave Rogers, and J.D. Gibbs http://bit.ly/cWKySu #NASCAR
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NASCAR: The hardware, trophy for Jeff Byrd 500 winner at @BMSupdates #NASCAR http://twitgoo.com/21egk8
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RT@NASCAR: Tech Inspection Carl Edwards No.99 Ford @BMSupdates #NASCAR http://twitgoo.com/21eeeo
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RCR team executive treated for blood clot
RCR team executive treated for blood clot: "The vice president of competition at Richard Childress Racing has been treated for a blood clot in his lung and released from the hospital."
CUP: Lots Of Questions At Bristol
CUP: Lots Of Questions At Bristol: "
Drivers and teams will wrestle with new tires today at Bristol..."
Drivers and teams will wrestle with new tires today at Bristol..."
NNS: Patrick’s Bristol Debut Ends With Crash
NNS: Patrick’s Bristol Debut Ends With Crash: "
Ryan Truex takes blame for Danica Patrick crash at Bristol Motor Speedway..."
Ryan Truex takes blame for Danica Patrick crash at Bristol Motor Speedway..."
NNS: Cobb Replaced For Refusing To 'Start And Park"
NNS: Cobb Replaced For Refusing To 'Start And Park": "
Jennifer Jo Cobb did not start the NASCAR Nationwide Series Scotts EZ Seed 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway..."
Jennifer Jo Cobb did not start the NASCAR Nationwide Series Scotts EZ Seed 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway..."
Saturday, March 19, 2011
RT@No38TurnerNNS: @kaseykahne talks strategy for today's race @BMSupdates http://plixi.com/p/85258551
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Friday, March 18, 2011
ThorSport adds Armstrong for part-time schedule
ThorSport adds Armstrong for part-time schedule: "ThorSport Racing has signed Penske Racing development driver Dakoda Armstrong to wheel a third Camping World Truck Series entry out of owner Duke Thorson's new Ohio shop."
NASCAR, Goodyear to swap tires after unusual wear at Bristol
NASCAR, Goodyear to swap tires after unusual wear at Bristol: "BRISTOL, Tenn. -- Based on higher than expected right-side tire wear during Friday's practice sessions at Bristol Motor Speedway, NASCAR and Goodyear officials are taking the unusual but not unprecedented step of swapping out the current supply of right side tires with up to 1,300 replacements from the company's Charlotte warehouse."
Truex steadfast in ability to win at Cup level
Truex steadfast in ability to win at Cup level: "BRISTOL, Tenn. -- When Martin Truex Jr. arrived on the Cup Series scene to drive full time in 2006, most figured his experience as a back-to-back champion in the Nationwide Series virtually guaranteed success."
RT @KendraTeam5: #MarkMartin: #NASCAR is on an upward swing. The fans are charged up and we're ready to go.-. (cont) http://deck.ly/~nyh6j
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
RT@RT @JoeGibbsRacing: RT @dagenmcdowell: The great Joe Gibbs @JoeGibbsRacing talking about the new M&M Mars deal @kylebusch. ... http://soc.li/0mGZidU
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RT@NASCAR: On earthquake/tsunami, Shige Hattori: "I got over 100 e-mails & personal messages from U.S. friends & #NASCAR people." http://bit.ly/ekFzxj
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Mercedes GP drivers quietly confident for 2011
Mercedes GP drivers quietly confident for 2011: "Mercedes GP's pre-season preparations have not gone quite to plan, with the MGP W02 initially struggling for pace and reliability. Drivers Michael Schumacher and Nico Rosberg, however, are keen to downplay any concerns and are hopeful that the team could well notch up podiums and wins this year.
“My feeling is a good one,” Schumacher told Mercedes GP's official website. “The team has been working very hard over the winter to shape our car in all of the areas which had been identified by us as needing improvement. The data I have seen over the winter had been quite encouraging, but then we all know that the realities of data and the race track can be quite different."
“My feeling is a good one,” Schumacher told Mercedes GP's official website. “The team has been working very hard over the winter to shape our car in all of the areas which had been identified by us as needing improvement. The data I have seen over the winter had been quite encouraging, but then we all know that the realities of data and the race track can be quite different."
Kile returns to Nationwide Series with Turner Motorsports
Kile returns to Nationwide Series with Turner Motorsports: "Turner Motorsports announced Wednesday the addition of Mikey Kile to their 2011 driver lineup. Kile will drive the No. 30 Chevrolet for a minimum of seven events beginning at Nashville Superspeedway in April."
NASCAR's connections to Japan tragedies felt on both sides of the Pacific
NASCAR's connections to Japan tragedies felt on both sides of the Pacific: "Rusty Wallace will never forget the sack of cash he scored after winning the 1996 Suzuka Thunder Special, the first of three NASCAR exhibition races held in Japan during the late 1990s."
Mercedes GP drivers quietly confident for 2011
Mercedes GP drivers quietly confident for 2011: "Mercedes GP's pre-season preparations have not gone quite to plan, with the MGP W02 initially struggling for pace and reliability. Drivers Michael Schumacher and Nico Rosberg, however, are keen to downplay any concerns and are hopeful that the team could well notch up podiums and wins this year.
“My feeling is a good one,” Schumacher told Mercedes GP's official website. “The team has been working very hard over the winter to shape our car in all of the areas which had been identified by us as needing improvement. The data I have seen over the winter had been quite encouraging, but then we all know that the realities of data and the race track can be quite different."
“My feeling is a good one,” Schumacher told Mercedes GP's official website. “The team has been working very hard over the winter to shape our car in all of the areas which had been identified by us as needing improvement. The data I have seen over the winter had been quite encouraging, but then we all know that the realities of data and the race track can be quite different."
Q&A: Charlie Whiting on moveable rear wings
Q&A: Charlie Whiting on moveable rear wings: "From the return of KERS to new tyre supplier Pirelli, there are plenty of regulations changes to whet the appetite this season. FIA race director Charlie Whiting discusses 2011's new moveable rear wings in further detail…"
TRUCKS: Crawford Takes Over At Mobile International Speedway
TRUCKS: Crawford Takes Over At Mobile International Speedway: "
Rick Crawford has entered into a multi-year agreement to manage and promote Mobile International Speedway in Alabama..."
Rick Crawford has entered into a multi-year agreement to manage and promote Mobile International Speedway in Alabama..."
F1: Brawn Was 'Nervous' Before Mercedes' Barcelona Breakthrough
F1: Brawn Was 'Nervous' Before Mercedes' Barcelona Breakthrough: "
Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn is feeling considerably better about the team's 2011 prospects..."
Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn is feeling considerably better about the team's 2011 prospects..."
WSBK: Five Questions With Carlos Checa
WSBK: Five Questions With Carlos Checa: "
Carlos Checa just seems to get better with age, and he's off to his best start yet with a dominating doubleheader victory at Phillip Island."
Carlos Checa just seems to get better with age, and he's off to his best start yet with a dominating doubleheader victory at Phillip Island."
NNS: Stern Test For New Car
NNS: Stern Test For New Car: "
The new-generation NASCAR Nationwide Series car will be raced at Bristol for the first time Saturday..."
The new-generation NASCAR Nationwide Series car will be raced at Bristol for the first time Saturday..."
VIDEO: NASCAR Race Hub - Unwritten Rules
VIDEO: NASCAR Race Hub - Unwritten Rules: "
Driver etiquette was a topic of discussion Monday night on NASCAR Race Hub..."
Driver etiquette was a topic of discussion Monday night on NASCAR Race Hub..."
Up against the clock - pit stop precision to take centre stage
Up against the clock - pit stop precision to take centre stage: "Very little is certain in Formula One racing, but one thing that's looking highly likely for the forthcoming season is that pit stops will become more important than ever.
With Pirelli's tyres deliberately designed to be a lot less durable than their Bridgestone predecessors, we could see drivers make three or more dashes into the pit lane for new rubber during the course of a Grand Prix. From the one-stop strategies that became the norm last season, it is something of a sea change for the sport and a real boon for fans. Time and time again, we've seen races won or lost in the pit lane and with more opportunities for pit-lane successes or failures in 2011, it will come as no surprise that most teams have had their nose to the grindstone repeatedly rehearsing pit stops during the pre-season tests. Toro Rosso have been particularly avid, completing more than 60 over the winter sessions. Practice makes perfect, after all."
With Pirelli's tyres deliberately designed to be a lot less durable than their Bridgestone predecessors, we could see drivers make three or more dashes into the pit lane for new rubber during the course of a Grand Prix. From the one-stop strategies that became the norm last season, it is something of a sea change for the sport and a real boon for fans. Time and time again, we've seen races won or lost in the pit lane and with more opportunities for pit-lane successes or failures in 2011, it will come as no surprise that most teams have had their nose to the grindstone repeatedly rehearsing pit stops during the pre-season tests. Toro Rosso have been particularly avid, completing more than 60 over the winter sessions. Practice makes perfect, after all."
Crawford Takes Promotional Reins At Mobile
Crawford Takes Promotional Reins At Mobile: "
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series veteran Rick Crawford has entered into a multi-year agreement to manage and promote Mobile International Speedway in Mobile, Alabama. Crawford’s career began at MIS, driving for car owners Lee and Ida Fields, and has now come full circle with his return to the Speedway.
“I am truly humbled that Ida Fields has chosen me to takeover her and Lee’s baby. Growing up, I thought winning at Daytona was just a dream and that dream came true. Today, another dream has become a reality,” said Crawford. “We’ve got a lot of work to do and I hope our fans and racers will be patient with us as we get started.”
Ida Fields commented on Crawford's new endeavor, saying, “I had a great partner in Lee, and we were able to build the track into something special. I see a lot of Lee in Rick, and Lee would be so proud that Rick has come back to Mobile International Speedway.”
Known as the fastest half mile in Alabama, Mobile International Speedway will host racing every other Saturday night in 2011, featuring six different classes of competition: Island Motors II Bombers, Bob’s Speed Shop Sportsman, Praytor Realty Super Stocks, Alabama Pipe and Supply Modifieds, Midwest Cooling Towers Pro-Late Models and Miller Lite Super Late Models. The Winged Sprint cars will make a special appearance on July 9th. Crawford’s new management team is already in place, and is preparing for the speedway’s annual Swap Meet this Saturday, with the Miller Lite Super Late Model series season opener scheduled for March 26.
The track will run under the Rick Crawford Performance, L.L.C. banner, with operations based out of Concord, North Carolina. Rick Crawford Performance provides promotion, entertainment and racing performance consulting services, ranging from local racing to the upper levels of NASCAR. Currently, RCP field an ARCA team, two NASCAR Camping World Truck Series teams and a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series operation from its North Carolina Facility.
For more information, including a 2011 season schedule, visit www.mobilespeedway.net.
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NASCAR Camping World Truck Series veteran Rick Crawford has entered into a multi-year agreement to manage and promote Mobile International Speedway in Mobile, Alabama. Crawford’s career began at MIS, driving for car owners Lee and Ida Fields, and has now come full circle with his return to the Speedway. “I am truly humbled that Ida Fields has chosen me to takeover her and Lee’s baby. Growing up, I thought winning at Daytona was just a dream and that dream came true. Today, another dream has become a reality,” said Crawford. “We’ve got a lot of work to do and I hope our fans and racers will be patient with us as we get started.”
Ida Fields commented on Crawford's new endeavor, saying, “I had a great partner in Lee, and we were able to build the track into something special. I see a lot of Lee in Rick, and Lee would be so proud that Rick has come back to Mobile International Speedway.”
Known as the fastest half mile in Alabama, Mobile International Speedway will host racing every other Saturday night in 2011, featuring six different classes of competition: Island Motors II Bombers, Bob’s Speed Shop Sportsman, Praytor Realty Super Stocks, Alabama Pipe and Supply Modifieds, Midwest Cooling Towers Pro-Late Models and Miller Lite Super Late Models. The Winged Sprint cars will make a special appearance on July 9th. Crawford’s new management team is already in place, and is preparing for the speedway’s annual Swap Meet this Saturday, with the Miller Lite Super Late Model series season opener scheduled for March 26.
The track will run under the Rick Crawford Performance, L.L.C. banner, with operations based out of Concord, North Carolina. Rick Crawford Performance provides promotion, entertainment and racing performance consulting services, ranging from local racing to the upper levels of NASCAR. Currently, RCP field an ARCA team, two NASCAR Camping World Truck Series teams and a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series operation from its North Carolina Facility.
For more information, including a 2011 season schedule, visit www.mobilespeedway.net.
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