Friday, December 31, 2010
1st Annual Victory Juntion Wish Upon A Star Holiday Gala
Friday December 17th marked the 1st annual Victory Junction Wish Upon A Star Holiday Gala in Charlotte, NC.The children and grandchildren of famous NASCAR drivers worked to spread the word to give back to the community. The event was sponsored by Victory Junction & Newman’s Own Foundation. Victory Junction is a camp for chronically ill [...]
American Automotive Legends Make Rare Group Appearance
American automotive legends gather for a rare group appearance to celebrate the Shelby American Collection?s 14th Anniversary Holiday Party at the Shelby American Collection Museum in Boulder on Saturday, December 4, 2010. �Pictured from left to right: Shelby American World Championship driver, Jack Sears; Shelby team driver, Tom Yeager; Shelby mechanic, Chuck Cantwell; Shelby team ... Read full blog
Virtual Jersey Considering the future of gaming and horse racing in NJ auto racing
We have Atlantic City, which is down in revenue almost 24 percent according to today's papers. And we have a horse racing industry that's been going ......
Vettel Drives to Victory in Brazilian Grand Prix
Sebastian Vettel led a Red Bull double victory outside Sao Paulo at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday, taking the Formula One drivers' title race down to the wire in one week at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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INDIANAPOLIS ? At the office, she would speak of her desire to start a family, sometimes asking plaintively, "When I'm 80 years old, who am I going to tell I ran in the Indy 500?Read more on NewsOK.com
INDIANAPOLIS ? At the office, she would speak of her desire to start a family, sometimes asking plaintively, "When I'm 80 years old, who am I going to tell I ran in the Indy 500?Read more on NewsOK.com
Thursday, December 30, 2010
ATV Tech Tip: Knowing when to turn to a professional
December 26, 2010 Knowing when to turn an ATV repair project over to a professional is one way to help save money and your sanity. Here are three situations where it?s best to turn an ATV repair over to an experienced, fair and professional mechanic. Sure, it will cost more money to have it fixed, [...]
NASCAR's Johnson wins Driver of the Year
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) ? Five-time defending NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson beat out NHRA Funny Car champion John Force for the Driver of the Year award on Wednesday.
It's the fourth time Johnson has received the honor, tying him with Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon for most wins in the award's 44-year history.
"It's an honor to win the award again," Johnson said.Read more on NewsOK.com
It's the fourth time Johnson has received the honor, tying him with Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon for most wins in the award's 44-year history.
"It's an honor to win the award again," Johnson said.Read more on NewsOK.com
Richard Petty to control team in new ownership group
Richard Petty will be the chairman of his race team as part of the new ownership group.
ATV Tech Tip: winter ATV riding tips for you and your quad
December 17, 2010 It’s winter, but for die-hard ATV riders, cold air and snow is no reason to park their quads. Here are some tips to make winter ATV riding fun, comfortable and safe. There are a few things you can do to an ATV to make it more comfortable for winter ATV riding. First, [...]
Busch claims 80th NASCAR victory
LOUDON, N.H. � Kyle Busch�s car driving prowess has never been disputed. The Sprint Cup Chase challenger is once again in an elite position amongst his NASCAR peers. This afternoon at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in TheRaceDayRaffleSeries.com 175, Busch insured...
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Official: Denny Hamlin will battle fuel mileage in finale
Sprint Cup points leader Denny Hamlin will be at a disadvantage if Sunday's Chase finale comes down to fuel mileage, the senior vice president for race operations at Joe Gibbs Racing said on Friday.
Kasey Kahne to have knee surgery after Homestead
NASCAR driver Kasey Kahne will have surgery on both knees after Sunday's Sprint Cup season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
Track Map of the Past: LeMans ?55
Approximate translation: The facilities at the circuit Le Mans (13 km long) are improving year by year. The organizers have planned this time new facilities in the village, creating a tunnel 10 meters wide giving access on the road from Tours, speakers, fueling and a new garage for 2,000 cars. The Mulsanne Straight (which allows [...]
Vonn and 39s new ambitions put to test in slalom World Cup opener in Finland auto racing
"There have already been some really good parts in my runs, now it's only a matter of putting the pieces together," Palander said this week. Racing ......
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Busch claims 80th NASCAR victory
LOUDON, N.H. � Kyle Busch�s car driving prowess has never been disputed. The Sprint Cup Chase challenger is once again in an elite position amongst his NASCAR peers. This afternoon at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in TheRaceDayRaffleSeries.com 175, Busch insured...
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
Rest in Peace Tom Walkinshaw
At the age of 64, Tom Walkinshaw died Sunday after suffering from cancer. Most people know Walkinshaw as the engineering director for Michael Schumacher during one of his championship seasons with the Benetton Formula One team. He also was known for his victories in 1988 and 1990 with Jaguar in the 24 Hours of Le [...]
Kansas race is critical in Chase
By Jenna Fryer, AP Auto Racing WriterThere's a ton of racing left to decide this season's NASCAR champion, and a bad day at Kansas Speedway shouldn't cripple a driver's chances.Read more on NewsOK.com
Monday, December 27, 2010
New surface could wreak havoc at Daytona 500
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) ? The Daytona 500 could have higher speeds, wilder races and closer finishes.
Drivers testing Daytona International Speedway for the first time since it was completely repaved agreed Thursday that NASCAR's premier event will feature tighter packs ? cars running three wide at nearly 200 mph ? and increase the possibility for breathtaking wrecks.
"It's going to be a lot tighter packs than I've ever seen," defending Daytona 500 winner Jamie McMurray said. Read more on NewsOK.com
Drivers testing Daytona International Speedway for the first time since it was completely repaved agreed Thursday that NASCAR's premier event will feature tighter packs ? cars running three wide at nearly 200 mph ? and increase the possibility for breathtaking wrecks.
"It's going to be a lot tighter packs than I've ever seen," defending Daytona 500 winner Jamie McMurray said. Read more on NewsOK.com
Let?s Go, To New Mexico!
Hello, and happy holidays from yours truly, and the rest of us here at ATV Magazine. It’s cold, snowy and just as it should be in the Upper Midwest this time of year. We just finished up our company holiday party, and I’m packing my bags for an extended vacation up in Wisconsin. I’ll be [...]
PIONEER GOES ?ON THE ROAD AGAIN? WITH ROAD TRIP SONGS POLL
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., today announced the results of their first-ever ?Favorite Road Trips Songs? poll. �Conducted in partnership with Harris Interactive, the survey asked nearly 3,000 Americans ?what are your favorite road trip songs of all time?? Willie Nelson?s ?On the Road Again? topped the list, nabbing 27 percent of the votes, followed by ... Read full blog
Virtual Jersey Considering the future of gaming and horse racing in NJ auto racing
We have Atlantic City, which is down in revenue almost 24 percent according to today's papers. And we have a horse racing industry that's been going ......
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Details on Project PUMA
NEW YORK - General Motors Corp. and Segway today demonstrated a new type of vehicle that could change the way we move around in cities.
Dubbed Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), GM and Segway are developing an electrically powered, two-seat prototype vehicle that has only two wheels. It could allow people to travel around [...]
Dubbed Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), GM and Segway are developing an electrically powered, two-seat prototype vehicle that has only two wheels. It could allow people to travel around [...]
Christmastime Provides Time To Look Back, And Forward
Well, it?s over? ����������� As I write this, the in-laws have just left my house and the big Christmas shindig has wrapped up. Yep, we survived it, and if you?re reading this I guess that means you?ve made your way through another Christmas holiday as well. Congratulations! ����������� Now we?ve got six days left in [...]
The Renault F1 Title Victories
In the excitement of the Red Bull victories in both the drivers' and constructors' series, a celebration for the Renault engine that powered the car has been a little forgotten.
New surface could wreak havoc at Daytona 500
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) ? The Daytona 500 could have higher speeds, wilder races and closer finishes.
Drivers testing Daytona International Speedway for the first time since it was completely repaved agreed Thursday that NASCAR's premier event will feature tighter packs ? cars running three wide at nearly 200 mph ? and increase the possibility for breathtaking wrecks.
"It's going to be a lot tighter packs than I've ever seen," defending Daytona 500 winner Jamie McMurray said. Read more on NewsOK.com
Drivers testing Daytona International Speedway for the first time since it was completely repaved agreed Thursday that NASCAR's premier event will feature tighter packs ? cars running three wide at nearly 200 mph ? and increase the possibility for breathtaking wrecks.
"It's going to be a lot tighter packs than I've ever seen," defending Daytona 500 winner Jamie McMurray said. Read more on NewsOK.com
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Greg Biffle working at Dunkin' Donuts
Photos from NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's stint working the drive-thru at a New Hampshire Dunkin' Donuts.
Greg Biffle - NASCAR - New Hampshire - United States - Drive-through
Greg Biffle - NASCAR - New Hampshire - United States - Drive-through
Acquisition of Magnuson Products INC
Magnuson Products? OEM supercharger division develops superchargers for production vehicles internationally including exotic supercars. Few aftermarket companies have the technical expertise to design and build products for the OEMs, but Magnuson has a stellar record of developing superchargers for the world?s top automotive brands. A large part of Magnuson Products? business is supplying specialty aftermarket ... Read full blog
ATV Tech Tip: winter ATV riding tips for you and your quad
December 17, 2010 It’s winter, but for die-hard ATV riders, cold air and snow is no reason to park their quads. Here are some tips to make winter ATV riding fun, comfortable and safe. There are a few things you can do to an ATV to make it more comfortable for winter ATV riding. First, [...]
BSA Motorcycles One up and three down auto racing
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Auto Racing Capsules NASCARs McDowell docked 50 points for violations auto racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) ? NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Michael McDowell has been docked 50 points and the crew chief for the No. 46 Chevrolet was suspended indefinitely after weight pellets were found in the car's frame at Talladega....
PMI and Roush Yates Form Alliance
Performance Motorsports Incorporated (PMI) and Roush Yates announced today a newly formed technical alliance that will focus on product development in national and international markets. The announcement was made during the Performance Racing Industry show in Orlando, FL. This alignment of businesses will utilize advanced technology from Roush Yates and the superior distribution system of ... Read full blog
Friday, December 24, 2010
What other daily deal sites are there besides Groupon? auto racing
... Glamour Shots at Mall of America, $800 worth of auto repair for $99 at Sundberg's Automotive in Burnsville, and Pro Kart Indoor racing in Osseo. ......
Kasey Kahne wins pole at Kansas Speedway
By The Associated PressKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Kasey Kahne and Paul Menard swept the front row in qualifying for Sunday's race at Kansas Speedway, one of their last for Richard Petty Motorsports.Kahne drove his Ford to a quick lap of 174.644 mph on Friday, earning his third pole of the season. Read more on NewsOK.com
Piquet Wins Case Against Renault
Nelson Piquet Jr. won his case against Renault for libel in the crashgate affair of 2008.
Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson set to square off for Sprint Cup title
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comDenny Hamlin says being known as the guy who ended Jimmie Johnson's run for a fifth consecutive Sprint Cup championship would be ?the greatest moment in my life.?Well, Denny, here's your shot.Read more on NewsOK.com
Kansas race is critical in Chase
By Jenna Fryer, AP Auto Racing WriterThere's a ton of racing left to decide this season's NASCAR champion, and a bad day at Kansas Speedway shouldn't cripple a driver's chances.Read more on NewsOK.com
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Is the metrodome the only sports facility to host baseball football ncaa and auto racing events? auto racing
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Ray Evernham says he is no longer bound to Richard Petty Motorsports
Famed crew chief and ESPN analyst Ray Evernham is free to return to the competition side of the Sprint Cup Series.
Webber's Fractured Shoulder
Mark Webber revealed that he drove the last four races of the season with a fractured shoulder after a bicycle crash.
Trading Paint ? Book Highlight
Ever argued with your beer-holding, chip munching buddy about who the greatest NASCAR driver of all time was? Ever bet about how Danica Patrick would perform in NASCAR? Ever heckle your brother-in-law because he thought the crash of the century was merely a fender bender? In Trading Paint, Jerry Bonkowski, a veteran NASCAR writer gets [...]
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Hulkenberg, of All People, Scores Pole in Sao Paulo
Nico Hulkenberg drove his Williams to the first pole position of his Formula One career in a tightly fought qualifying session for the Brazilian Grand Prix.
NASCAR Camping World Truck Fastest Laps
NASCAR Camping World Truck fastest laps with points standing positions, percentage and total fastest laps:
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Read more on NewsOK.com
Richard Petty to control team in new ownership group
Richard Petty will be the chairman of his race team as part of the new ownership group.
As NASCAR's Chase comes down to the wire, change is in the air
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comSport looking for more ways to create drama during the pursuit of a championship.Read more on NewsOK.com
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Xydias Named Board Chairman of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum
So-Cal Speed Shop Founder and Hot Rod Icon Alex Xydias has been named Chairman of the Board of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum presented by Automobile Club of Southern California, effective today. He previously served as a board member since the Museum opened in 1998. ?We are very excited and pleased to announce Alex?s ... Read full blog
Kansas race is critical in Chase
By Jenna Fryer, AP Auto Racing WriterThere's a ton of racing left to decide this season's NASCAR champion, and a bad day at Kansas Speedway shouldn't cripple a driver's chances.Read more on NewsOK.com
Chase contenders
LOUDON, N.H. - Here's the relevant information for the Sprint Cup's Chase contenders in today's race. 1st: Denny Hamlin (5060 points): Row 11, No. 11 car, Toyota 2nd: Jimmie Johnson (5050 points): Row 13, No. 48 car, Chevrolet 3rd: Kevin...
Denny Hamlin - Jimmie Johnson - Sprint Cup Series - sport - Motorsports
Denny Hamlin - Jimmie Johnson - Sprint Cup Series - sport - Motorsports
Kansas race is critical in Chase
By Jenna Fryer, AP Auto Racing WriterThere's a ton of racing left to decide this season's NASCAR champion, and a bad day at Kansas Speedway shouldn't cripple a driver's chances.Read more on NewsOK.com
Monday, December 20, 2010
Official: Denny Hamlin will battle fuel mileage in finale
Sprint Cup points leader Denny Hamlin will be at a disadvantage if Sunday's Chase finale comes down to fuel mileage, the senior vice president for race operations at Joe Gibbs Racing said on Friday.
2009 Dodge Challenger, Ram 1500 win Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Awards
Auburn Hills, Mich., April, 2009� -� The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 and Dodge Challenger continue charging ahead, taking home the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press (RMAP) Association?s ?Truck of the Year? and ?Car of the Year? awards.
?Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Dodge Challenger were decisive winners in this year?s competition,? said Michael Cotsworth, [...]
?Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Dodge Challenger were decisive winners in this year?s competition,? said Michael Cotsworth, [...]
Rick Hendrick: Crew changes not driven by Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Rick Hendrick says the sweeping changes he made to his organization were not solely because of the struggles of Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Busch claims 80th NASCAR victory
LOUDON, N.H. � Kyle Busch�s car driving prowess has never been disputed. The Sprint Cup Chase challenger is once again in an elite position amongst his NASCAR peers. This afternoon at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in TheRaceDayRaffleSeries.com 175, Busch insured...
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
NASCAR - Kyle Busch - New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sprint Cup Series - sport
A Force to be reckoned with
HOMESTEAD, Fla. --- John Force, the legendary but garrulous NHRA drag racer who won his 15th Funny Car championship with a come-from-behind victory last weekend in Pomona, Calif., was rendered uttlerly speechless when he was presented with the prestigious Spirit...
Jimmie Johnson wins fourth Driver of the Year award
Five-time defending NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson has been named Driver of the Year.
Bowyer wins as Chase remains tight
Bowyer wins as Chase remains tight
By jenna fryer
The Associated Press
Updated Oct 31, 2010 11:42PM MDT
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By jenna fryer
The Associated Press
Updated Oct 31, 2010 11:42PM MDT
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Ecclestone Survives Mugging
The 80-year old Bernie Ecclestone was robbed outside of his Formula One Holdings headquarters in Knightsbridge, central London. He was punched in the face and kicked by four men. Ecclestone was heading to his HQ with girlfriend Fabiana Flosi. Bernie Ecclestone was taken to a London hospital and treated for a minor head injury. Since [...]
4WD hybrid electric gokart 4 motors Part 1 auto racing
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Clint Bowyer defends his race team
By Dan Gelston, AP Sports WriterClint Bowyer's car flunked inspection and few around the garage are buying his alibi. Bowyer is sticking to his story.Read more on NewsOK.com
Despite tight Sprint Cup Chase, NASCAR ponders changes
NASCAR is still considering changes to its title format even though this is the closest championship race in seven years.
ATV Race Team?s Final Roster Spot: It?s Your Call
You work hard all year: running, lifting, eating your Wheaties and practicing like a mad man. You create a racing resume, complete with your past year’s accomplishments, photos and take the super professional approach. You then submit your credentials to perspective sponsors hoping they’ll bite and support you in 2011. Your objective is complete. You [...]
Friday, December 17, 2010
Gordon seeks a push
Gordon seeks a push
By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Updated Oct 16, 2010 12:30AM MDT
Concord, N.C. ? Jeff Gordon earned the first of his 82 victories at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Now, 16 years later, he?s stuck in the longest losing streak of his career.
But his pole-winning run has him in strong position to snap that 59-race drought Saturday night at Charlotte, where he has five career wins, but only one since 1999. It was Gordon?s first pole of the year, and a breakthrough victory this weekend would bolster his chance of winning the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.
?This...
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By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Updated Oct 16, 2010 12:30AM MDT
Concord, N.C. ? Jeff Gordon earned the first of his 82 victories at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Now, 16 years later, he?s stuck in the longest losing streak of his career.
But his pole-winning run has him in strong position to snap that 59-race drought Saturday night at Charlotte, where he has five career wins, but only one since 1999. It was Gordon?s first pole of the year, and a breakthrough victory this weekend would bolster his chance of winning the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.
?This...
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Auto Racing Capsules NASCARs McDowell docked 50 points for violations auto racing
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) ? NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Michael McDowell has been docked 50 points and the crew chief for the No. 46 Chevrolet was suspended indefinitely after weight pellets were found in the car's frame at Talladega....
The Role of Experience in the F1 Title Showdown
Fernando Alonso said it he would prefer a new front wing to all the experience he has as a title winner.
ATV Fever for Wii ? Not so sick?
There’s a rumor my family could get my parent’s Nintendo Wii as a hand-me-down Christmas gift. I guess they’re bowling scores weren’t as high as they liked (I joke). But seriously, since we’ve never had anything more advanced than a PS2 at our house, buying new games has never really been a must-do thing. However, [...]
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Kahne wins pole for Ford 400; Johnson fastest among contenders
HOMESTEAD, Fla. -- Kasey Kahne, who departed his ride in the No. 9 Budweiser Ford fielded by Richard Petty Motorsports, captured the pole position for Sunday's Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway with a fast lap of 176.713 miles per hour....
NASCAR Camping World Truck Fastest Laps
NASCAR Camping World Truck fastest laps with points standing positions, percentage and total fastest laps:
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Read more on NewsOK.com
Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson set to square off for Sprint Cup title
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comDenny Hamlin says being known as the guy who ended Jimmie Johnson's run for a fifth consecutive Sprint Cup championship would be ?the greatest moment in my life.?Well, Denny, here's your shot.Read more on NewsOK.com
Giving Birth To A 9-Month Story
Last spring, I tasked one of our best freelance writers with a seemingly difficult task: Come up with 101 tips for people to make better use of their ATV. We had done something similar in our snowmobiling magazine, and our guy David Wells seemed like the perfect guy to put together a similar list for [...]
What other daily deal sites are there besides Groupon? auto racing
... Glamour Shots at Mall of America, $800 worth of auto repair for $99 at Sundberg's Automotive in Burnsville, and Pro Kart Indoor racing in Osseo. ......
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Texas 500 notebook: Jeff Gordon shoves Jeff Burton after wreck
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comJimmie Johnson gets mid-race pit crew changeRead more on NewsOK.com
Read today?s Stock Car Gazette e-zine
Check out today’s edition of the Stock Car Gazette. Click [...]
Earnhardt Jr. wins 8th Most Popular award
LAS VEGAS (AP) ? Dale Earnhardt Jr. won NASCAR's most popular driver award for the eighth consecutive year Thursday, and thanked his loyal fan base for supporting him through another disappointing season.
"They just keep plugging away each year for you, and want you to do good and it just motivates you to keep going to the track and keep working hard," he said. Read more on NewsOK.com
"They just keep plugging away each year for you, and want you to do good and it just motivates you to keep going to the track and keep working hard," he said. Read more on NewsOK.com
Read today?s Stock Car Gazette e-zine
Check out today’s edition of the Stock Car Gazette. Click [...]
Kasey Kahne to have knee surgery after Homestead
NASCAR driver Kasey Kahne will have surgery on both knees after Sunday's Sprint Cup season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Giving Birth To A 9-Month Story
Last spring, I tasked one of our best freelance writers with a seemingly difficult task: Come up with 101 tips for people to make better use of their ATV. We had done something similar in our snowmobiling magazine, and our guy David Wells seemed like the perfect guy to put together a similar list for [...]
There are no new ideas.
Taking a cue from the performance boat world, this hot rodder made a lexan version of a classic Dooley scoop.
Jimmie Johnson wins fifth straight NASCAR Sprint Cup championship
Jimmie Johnson wasn't the best all year. Not even close.
Monday, December 13, 2010
Mercedes Benz SLS, Chevy Z06 benefit Charities on Valentine?s Day through CharityBuzz
New York, NY ? January, 2009 ? For that special someone who has everything, the best gifts rise above red roses to reveal a big heart and a bit of creativity.� Charitybuzz (www.charitybuzz.com), a trendsetter in cause marketing dedicated to raising funds for nonprofits through incredible online auctions, launches its Valentine?s Day Auction today featuring [...]
Mercedes Benz SLS, Chevy Z06 benefit Charities on Valentine?s Day through CharityBuzz
New York, NY ? January, 2009 ? For that special someone who has everything, the best gifts rise above red roses to reveal a big heart and a bit of creativity.� Charitybuzz (www.charitybuzz.com), a trendsetter in cause marketing dedicated to raising funds for nonprofits through incredible online auctions, launches its Valentine?s Day Auction today featuring [...]
Kahne wins pole for Ford 400; Johnson fastest among contenders
HOMESTEAD, Fla. -- Kasey Kahne, who departed his ride in the No. 9 Budweiser Ford fielded by Richard Petty Motorsports, captured the pole position for Sunday's Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway with a fast lap of 176.713 miles per hour....
FIA Releases List of Teams, Drivers and Engines for 2011
The International Automobile Federation announced the provisional list of teams and drivers for the 2011 Formula One season.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Factories at Work: Reventlow Automobiles
Ok, maybe I’m being overly generous calling it a “factory”, but I’ve not seen this shot of the Reventlow Automobiles workshop showing a pair of Scarabs under construction. Life magazine photographer Bill Bridges captured this shot in October 1958. Chassis #001 had already been racking up victories since February of that year, but Numbers 002 [...]
Clint Bowyer defends his race team
By Dan Gelston, AP Sports WriterClint Bowyer's car flunked inspection and few around the garage are buying his alibi. Bowyer is sticking to his story.Read more on NewsOK.com
Jimmie Johnson wins NASCAR pole at Dover
By Dan Gelston, AP Sports WriterJimmie Johnson is back on top, shaking off a poor finish in the Chase opener to take the pole at Dover International Speedway on Friday.Read more on NewsOK.com
FIA Releases List of Teams, Drivers and Engines for 2011
The International Automobile Federation announced the provisional list of teams and drivers for the 2011 Formula One season.
Michael Annett to drive full Nationwide schedule for Rusty Wallace Racing
Rusty Wallace Racing says Michael Annett will drive a full Nationwide Series schedule next season.
Saturday, December 11, 2010
60s and 70s Racing Home Movie Nirvana
Gary from Deans Garage wrote in to share this treasure chest of his collected 8mm films he shot of CanAm, Trans Am, Formula 5000, NASCAR, and USRRC racing. Looks like Gary did some traveling at the time because there’s footage here from Riverside, Mid-Ohio, Ontario Motor Speedway, Vegas’ Stardust track, and Fontana. There’s nearly an [...]
Johnson title cements Hendrick Motorsports dynasty
LAS VEGAS (AP) ? Even as Jimmie Johnson chased his record fifth consecutive championship, a feat that would have cemented Hendrick Motorsports as the best team in NASCAR history, the owner knew he needed to make some dramatic changes to his organization.
The overall performance wasn't up to Rick Hendrick's standards, only one of his four drivers made it to Victory Lane this season, and nothing has snapped Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s slump.
So he called a lengthy meeting one day after a sub-par showing at Texas Motor Speedway, and borrowed from Winston Churchill to explain his feelings to his key personnel.
"It's not enough that we do our best," Hendrick told the group assembled before him, "sometimes we have to do what's required.Read more on NewsOK.com
The overall performance wasn't up to Rick Hendrick's standards, only one of his four drivers made it to Victory Lane this season, and nothing has snapped Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s slump.
So he called a lengthy meeting one day after a sub-par showing at Texas Motor Speedway, and borrowed from Winston Churchill to explain his feelings to his key personnel.
"It's not enough that we do our best," Hendrick told the group assembled before him, "sometimes we have to do what's required.Read more on NewsOK.com
1964 F1 Cockpits Compared
In October 1964, Road & Track published a marvelous comparison of the season’s Grand Prix cars as the drivers see them. It’s interesting to see the variety of subtle differences in both instrument layout and the hints at differences in construction. Notice the cramped quarters of the Ferrari 156 with it’s aluminum fuel tanks encroaching [...]
Kevin Harvick puts on a show on the Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS -- I'm sitting in a tailored black suit on a piece of cracked plastic foam on what has to be the thinnest stadium seat in the history of sports. The chair sits on top of the fuel line on the passenger side of Kevin Harvick's show car.The gentleman who helped me through the window is concerned my weight might break the fuel line as I prepare for Thursday's 45-minute Victory Lap down the famous Las Vegas Strip.He was even more concerned when Harvick hinted he wants to make his last...
Friday, December 10, 2010
Ecclestone Survives Mugging
The 80-year old Bernie Ecclestone was robbed outside of his Formula One Holdings headquarters in Knightsbridge, central London. He was punched in the face and kicked by four men. Ecclestone was heading to his HQ with girlfriend Fabiana Flosi. Bernie Ecclestone was taken to a London hospital and treated for a minor head injury. Since [...]
Kyle Busch wins NCWTS season finale at Homestead
Kyle Busch took the lead on a restart with four laps to go, then ran away from Ron Hornaday Jr. to win the NASCAR Camping World Trucks season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Friday night.
ATV Tech Tip: ATV Brake Service
December 3, 2010 The phrase, “gas is your friend” is a popular one in some ATV riding circles. It means that, contrary to popular belief, squeezing the throttle a little more might actually help you out of a jam, like when the rear end starts to swap from side to side over a set of [...]
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Kasey Kahne to have knee surgery after Homestead
NASCAR driver Kasey Kahne will have surgery on both knees after Sunday's Sprint Cup season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
Details on Project PUMA
NEW YORK - General Motors Corp. and Segway today demonstrated a new type of vehicle that could change the way we move around in cities.
Dubbed Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), GM and Segway are developing an electrically powered, two-seat prototype vehicle that has only two wheels. It could allow people to travel around [...]
Dubbed Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), GM and Segway are developing an electrically powered, two-seat prototype vehicle that has only two wheels. It could allow people to travel around [...]
Ecclestone Survives Mugging
The 80-year old Bernie Ecclestone was robbed outside of his Formula One Holdings headquarters in Knightsbridge, central London. He was punched in the face and kicked by four men. Ecclestone was heading to his HQ with girlfriend Fabiana Flosi. Bernie Ecclestone was taken to a London hospital and treated for a minor head injury. Since [...]
Stewart Can?t ?Bank? On It at Charlotte
Old Spice/Office Depot Driver Finishes 21st in Bank of America 500
With a win Labor Day weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway and another victory last Sunday at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., many looked to Tony Stewart for another strong outing in Saturday night?s Bank of America 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway. After all, the 1.5-mile oval is a sister venue to Atlanta with a similar layout, and Stewart?s performance at the 2-mile Fontana oval was further indication that Stewart?s prowess on intermediate-style tracks was stout.
That conventional wisdom was dealt a blow, however, when Stewart could not overcome an ill-handling racecar in the 334-lap contest. He wound up 21st, the last driver on the lead lap.
With a win Labor Day weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway and another victory last Sunday at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., many looked to Tony Stewart for another strong outing in Saturday night?s Bank of America 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway. After all, the 1.5-mile oval is a sister venue to Atlanta with a similar layout, and Stewart?s performance at the 2-mile Fontana oval was further indication that Stewart?s prowess on intermediate-style tracks was stout.
That conventional wisdom was dealt a blow, however, when Stewart could not overcome an ill-handling racecar in the 334-lap contest. He wound up 21st, the last driver on the lead lap.
Vettel Drives to Victory in Brazilian Grand Prix
Sebastian Vettel led a Red Bull double victory outside Sao Paulo at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday, taking the Formula One drivers' title race down to the wire in one week at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Greg Biffle working at Dunkin' Donuts
Photos from NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's stint working the drive-thru at a New Hampshire Dunkin' Donuts.
Greg Biffle - NASCAR - New Hampshire - United States - Drive-through
Greg Biffle - NASCAR - New Hampshire - United States - Drive-through
Read today?s Stock Car Gazette e-zine
Check out today’s edition of the Stock Car Gazette. Click [...]
Sylvania 300 recap: Bowyer wins
Matthew J. Lee/Globe StaffSmoke gets in your eye: Clint Bowyer, shrouded in smoke from his big burnout, celebrates his victory in Sunday's Sylvania 300 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. LOUDON, N.H. -- The end of Sunday's Sylvania 300 at New...
New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sylvania 300 - Clint Bowyer - New Hampshire - Sprint Cup Series
New Hampshire Motor Speedway - Sylvania 300 - Clint Bowyer - New Hampshire - Sprint Cup Series
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Kyle Busch wins NCWTS season finale at Homestead
Kyle Busch took the lead on a restart with four laps to go, then ran away from Ron Hornaday Jr. to win the NASCAR Camping World Trucks season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Friday night.
2009 Dodge Challenger, Ram 1500 win Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Awards
Auburn Hills, Mich., April, 2009� -� The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 and Dodge Challenger continue charging ahead, taking home the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press (RMAP) Association?s ?Truck of the Year? and ?Car of the Year? awards.
?Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Dodge Challenger were decisive winners in this year?s competition,? said Michael Cotsworth, [...]
?Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Dodge Challenger were decisive winners in this year?s competition,? said Michael Cotsworth, [...]
2008 Hyundai Veracruz, Santa Fe crossovers ?Best Bets? for 2009
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 04/06/2009 The Hyundai Veracruz and Hyundai Santa Fe were named 2009 ?Best Bets? in the SUV and Crossover category by Cars.com, the leading destination for online car shoppers.
?Both the Hyundai Veracruz and Santa Fe are exactly what value car buyers are looking for,? said Mike Hanley, an editor at Cars.com. ?They offer [...]
?Both the Hyundai Veracruz and Santa Fe are exactly what value car buyers are looking for,? said Mike Hanley, an editor at Cars.com. ?They offer [...]
ATV Riding Tips: ATV Rock crawling, No. 2
November 24, 2010 Last week I posted some tips about ATV rock crawling, including what type of ATV to ride, riding technique and safety gear. Here are a few more tips. Add “winch” to the list of necessary accessories for ATV rock crawling. They are a key component to safe riding because anchoring the front [...]
More on the Hans Herrmann 1959 German GP Crash
For a 51 year-old event, you wouldn’t think that I’d continue to stumble on information and imagery of Hans Herrmann’s dramatic crash at the end of the south straight of AVUS in the 1959 German GP. But, as we saw last week, and last year, there’s always something new to find in the world of [...]
Monday, December 6, 2010
Newman takes F.W. Webb 100
LOUDON, N.H. - Consistency and Ryan Newman are starting to go hand-in-hand. The Sprint Cup�s most ill-fated driver (the Chevrolet Impala driver was unlucky No. 13, the odd man out by 98 points in the Chase rankings), Newman earned an...
Sprint Cup Series - Ryan Newman - Chevrolet Impala - Chase for the Sprint Cup - Auto racing
Sprint Cup Series - Ryan Newman - Chevrolet Impala - Chase for the Sprint Cup - Auto racing
Carl Edwards takes pole at Richmond
By The Associated PressRICHMOND, Va. ? Carl Edwards will start from the pole position in the final race of NASCAR's ?regular season? on Saturday night at Richmond International Raceway.The Roush-Fenway Racing driver turned a fast lap at 127.762 mph in qualifying Friday night. Read more on NewsOK.com
Virtual Jersey Considering the future of gaming and horse racing in NJ auto racing
We have Atlantic City, which is down in revenue almost 24 percent according to today's papers. And we have a horse racing industry that's been going ......
Observation Deck or Flight Line?
Flight 427, now departing through gates 1, 2, 3 and 4. Pardon the word play, but Flight 427 is our way of informing you that Corvette can now be ordered with a 427-cubic-inch Turbo-Jet V8. We threw in the bit about the gates just to let you know our fully synchronized 4-speed’s a must with [...]
GJM Motosports/Marine Open House And Car Show
8am-3pm tours, tasting, tools, talks and tons of horsepower ?Please join us for some high-performance fun at West Coast?s newest and most complete source of horsepower and torque! Garret-Jacobson Motorsports/Marine in Northridge ?Roll in driving your coolest ride and make it a real car show! Everyone is Welcomed!
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Jimmie Johnson wins NASCAR pole at Dover
By Dan Gelston, AP Sports WriterJimmie Johnson is back on top, shaking off a poor finish in the Chase opener to take the pole at Dover International Speedway on Friday.Read more on NewsOK.com
Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson set to square off for Sprint Cup title
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comDenny Hamlin says being known as the guy who ended Jimmie Johnson's run for a fifth consecutive Sprint Cup championship would be ?the greatest moment in my life.?Well, Denny, here's your shot.Read more on NewsOK.com
Tension and Levity in Sao Paulo
There was tension in the paddock between the title contenders, but there was levity at a news conference among the Brazilian drivers.
Nail?d Released and Industry Reviews
I usually get to see/ride a few sneak peeks of the latest ATVs and UTVs – always under strict embargo. One sneak peek I wish I could have been a part of was the advanced testing of the new video game Nail’d. Although I enjoy playing racing games, especially arcade-style ATV racing games, I haven’t [...]
Hollywood Hot Rods ?35 Ford Custom Stolen
The night before its trip to Scottsdale, Arizona, to receive the Goodguys 2010 Grundy Kustom of the Year award, the sleek ?35 Ford owned by the artist/designer Bugs and built by Hollywood Hot Rods was stolen. Ruby Deluxe, along with the truck and 24-foot trailer carrying the car, was taken from a residential street in ... Read full blog
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Cross Fontana off the List for Stewart
Office Depot/Old Spice Driver a Runaway Winner at Auto Club Speedway
Coming into the weekend, Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., was one of only three venues the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series visits where Tony Stewart had yet to score a Sprint Cup victory in his 12-year career ? Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Darlington (S.C.) Raceway being the others. But the driver of the No. 14 Office Depot/Old Spice Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) led three times for 27 laps over the final 51 tours around the 2-mile oval to win Sunday?s Pepsi Max 400 and check the Southern California facility off his ?to-do? list.
More importantly, the victory ? where Stewart was able to keep the hard-charging Clint Bowyer and Jimmie Johnson behind him on a restart with just two laps remaining ? vaulted Stewart from 10th to fifth in the Chase for the Championship, 107 points behind Chase leader Johnson with six races remaining.
Coming into the weekend, Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., was one of only three venues the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series visits where Tony Stewart had yet to score a Sprint Cup victory in his 12-year career ? Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Darlington (S.C.) Raceway being the others. But the driver of the No. 14 Office Depot/Old Spice Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) led three times for 27 laps over the final 51 tours around the 2-mile oval to win Sunday?s Pepsi Max 400 and check the Southern California facility off his ?to-do? list.
More importantly, the victory ? where Stewart was able to keep the hard-charging Clint Bowyer and Jimmie Johnson behind him on a restart with just two laps remaining ? vaulted Stewart from 10th to fifth in the Chase for the Championship, 107 points behind Chase leader Johnson with six races remaining.
Vettel Becomes Youngest World Champion
Sebastian Vettel drove to victory in the last race of the Formula One season to become the youngest world champion in the series' history, at 23
Remarkable Photo Collection from the ?59 LeMans
This astounding collection of photos from Ten-Tenths member Navyflier is well worth digging through the thread to take it all in. What remarkable shots! What excellent access to the pits and paddock! What atmosphere! It’s shots like these that anyone can use to justify their obsession with historic motorsport to their well-meaning and concerned friends. [...]
Abu Dhabi F1 Fan Zone Now Open!
Last year, the F1 Fan Zone in Abu Dhabi made its entertainment debut. The event has fun for the whole family with game simulators, remote control racing, driver signings and more. This past week marked the opening of this fun event that will run for two weeks (October 28 – November 14) as part of [...]
Please Welcome Mike Dingell Your New Director of the SEMA Action Network (SAN)
Here is Mike’s official introduction. Dear Fellow Car Enthusiast: It is with great pleasure, and a sense of excitement, that I write to introduce myself as the new Director of the SEMA Action Network (SAN). As a lifelong gearhead with roots tracing back to the Motor City, I am very proud to take on the ... Read full blog
Friday, December 3, 2010
A Force to be reckoned with
HOMESTEAD, Fla. --- John Force, the legendary but garrulous NHRA drag racer who won his 15th Funny Car championship with a come-from-behind victory last weekend in Pomona, Calif., was rendered uttlerly speechless when he was presented with the prestigious Spirit...
5 for 48: Johnson's titles speak for themselves
MIAMI (AP) ? It was early Monday morning, and Jimmie Johnson was celebrating another NASCAR championship in the surf on South Beach.
His five NASCAR championship trophies had been placed delicately in the sand, and with rolled up pant legs, Johnson and crew chief Chad Knaus stepped into the water for one final photo commemorating their historic march through the record books.
Nobody in NASCAR can find the right adjective to describe Johnson's unprecedented five-year run.Read more on NewsOK.com
His five NASCAR championship trophies had been placed delicately in the sand, and with rolled up pant legs, Johnson and crew chief Chad Knaus stepped into the water for one final photo commemorating their historic march through the record books.
Nobody in NASCAR can find the right adjective to describe Johnson's unprecedented five-year run.Read more on NewsOK.com
France hints at tweaks to 2011 Chase
HOMESTEAD, Fla. -- Brian France, NASCAR's chairman and CEO, addressed the media today at Homestead-Miami Speedway and discussed a number of issues, including the possibilty of tweaking the Chase format even though, as he said, ``we are very excited about...
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Fuel Mileage Battle in Phoenix Leaves Stewart 17th
Old Spice/Office Depot Driver Ninth in Points with One Race Remaining
Tony Stewart had a fast racecar in Sunday?s Kobalt Tools 500k NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Phoenix International Raceway, but as the 312-lap race around the 1-mile oval turned into a fuel mileage battle, fastest wasn?t necessarily best. Stewart was proof of that, as he finished a disappointing 17th when the checkered flag dropped.
The maroon and red No. 14 Old Spice/Office Depot Chevrolet Impala for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) proved quick from the start, as Stewart used it to crack the top-10 on lap 38 after starting 20th. Running some of the fastest laps of the race, he continued his march to the front.
Tony Stewart had a fast racecar in Sunday?s Kobalt Tools 500k NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Phoenix International Raceway, but as the 312-lap race around the 1-mile oval turned into a fuel mileage battle, fastest wasn?t necessarily best. Stewart was proof of that, as he finished a disappointing 17th when the checkered flag dropped.
The maroon and red No. 14 Old Spice/Office Depot Chevrolet Impala for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) proved quick from the start, as Stewart used it to crack the top-10 on lap 38 after starting 20th. Running some of the fastest laps of the race, he continued his march to the front.
A Short Tale of Love and Loss: The 2011 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake
We’ve been ripping around southern California for the past week in a supercharged 2011 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake. We’ll admit to speeding every single second behind the wheel of this amazing machine. Can you blame us? The 12 o’clock position on the speedometer reads 80 mph and the car wants to go that ... Read full blog
2CV 24Hr
Ed Foster from MotorSport took part in August’s Citroen 2CV 24 Hour race at Snetterton. MotorsTV just posted the footage and it looks like a whole lotta fun. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Defiant Bernie Ecclestone Turns 80
Bernie Ecclestone defies age and convention and turns 80 as he continues to lead and build the series of Formula One.
Female drivers hope Danica Patrick opens doors in NASCAR
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comKenzie Ruston and Candace Muzny are working toward a ride in the big time.Read more on NewsOK.com
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