Saturday, April 30, 2011
Carl Edwards takes Nationwide race at Texas Motor Speedway
BY SCOTT WRIGHT Staff Writer swright@opubco.comA blown tire on an out-of-contention car less than halfway through the NASCAR Nationwide O'Reilly 300 likely was the deciding moment Friday night at Texas Motor Speedway.The right rear tire of Tim Schendel's No.Read more on NewsOK.com
American Joins Team Lotus Driver Development Program, and Tries F1 Car
Alexander Rossi joins the Team Lotus driver development program, taking another step toward his goal of competing in Formula One.
Trevor Bayne to run in All-Star Race as Wood Brothers secure sponsor
Daytona 500 champion Trevor Bayne will enter the May 21 All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway, as Wood Brothers Racing has secured sponsorship for the event.
Chrysler Group LLC Releases Sketch of Mopar ?11 Charger
Today, Chrysler Group LLC issued a sketch of its new Mopar� ?11 Charger. The company will release details of the vehicle later this month. ?After the success of our Mopar ?10 Challenger, we moved on to the iconic Dodge Charger and added even more performance,? said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group?s [...]
Franchitti: The pros and cons of IndyCar's new restart procedure
Guest blogger Dario Franchitti offers his opinion on IndyCar's new procedure for restarting races.
Friday, April 29, 2011
World?s Fastest Half Mile Speed Trials
On March 19, with lap time of 19.481 seconds at 98.497mph, NASCAR driver David Ragan piloted a supercharged Mustang to the World?s Fastest Passenger Car Half Mile Record. Supplied from Ford Racing, Ragan?s Mustang was a supercharged 624 horsepower 5.0L engine with an FR3 handling package and Brembo brakes.The record was set during the World?s [...]
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has several organisations which are dedicated to improving motorcycle safety by providing advanced rider training over and above what is necessary to pass the basic motorcycle test. These include the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and free...
Robert Kubica on the Mend
The Lotus Renault GP driver, seriously injured in a February race, says he hopes to leave the hospital in about 10 days.
Going vertical instead of lateral? a R/C helicopter by Xenon Project is sweet!
Thanks to the kindness of Jeff from Xenon Project, I was given the opportunity to test a radio-controlled toy helicopter… specifically a Syma S107G 3CH R/C Helicopter.
Did I crash and burn, or give the house cats a flattop?� Click past the jump to find out.
The S107G isn’t the first r/c helicopter I’ve owned.� I bought a [...]
Did I crash and burn, or give the house cats a flattop?� Click past the jump to find out.
The S107G isn’t the first r/c helicopter I’ve owned.� I bought a [...]
Lewis Hamilton Breaks Vettel's Domination, Winning Chinese Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton drove to a fabulous race victory at the Chinese Grand Prix outside Shanghai on Sunday, taking the lead in the final laps from Sebastian Vettel.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Texas Motor Speedway notes: David Ragan looking fast up front
By Scott Wright Staff Writer swright@opubco.comIf he can maintain the speed he showed in practice and qualifying, there likely won't be a car that can keep up with David Ragan in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Samsung Mobile 500, which starts Saturday night at 6:30 p.m.Read more on NewsOK.com
Malaysian Grand Prix Entertains as Vettel Wins Again
Sebastian Vettel led from pole to victory for the second time this season, as the new rules of Formula One nevertheless provided more excitement - and confusion.
Carl Edwards holds off Kyle Busch to earn Nashville Nationwide win
Carl Edwards claimed his fifth career victory at Nashville Superspeedway, holding off Kyle Busch to win the Nashville 300 on Saturday.
Don and 039t Loose Control of Your Car This Winter Vehicle Control Tips From MB Motorsports auto racing
You must always be prepared when setting out in nasty weather and poor driving conditions and driving in the snow and ice is never an easy task and the thought of loosing control of your vehicle can be pretty scary, especially if you are not prepared. You must also keep in mind that no matter what car...
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Lively, Freaky Qualifying Session in China Despite Vettel Domination
We are only three races into the season but we are growing used to seeing the same man, Sebastian Vettel, dominate everything, and today's qualifying session for the Chinese Grand Prix was no different.
Collected Wisdom: Eddie Gossage, president of Texas Motor Speedway
Interviewed by Scott Wright, swright@opubco.comListening to Eddie Gossage talk about his passion and pride for all things Texas, you'd never believe he isn't from the state.Read more on NewsOK.com
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Destination: Dizzyland
Destination: Dizzyland
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 22, 2011 09:36PM MDT
Tooele ? The seed for the project was planted on trips with family and friends to a racetrack near Denver, where Larry H. Miller would take breaks from a dizzying work schedule to feed his appetite for fast cars.
The idea took root when Miller eventually decided to build a high-speed playground closer to home.
The dream became reality five years ago, when Miller?s original $5 million budget for a small oval track ballooned to $100 million for construction of a world-class 4.5-mile road course.
L...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 22, 2011 09:36PM MDT
Tooele ? The seed for the project was planted on trips with family and friends to a racetrack near Denver, where Larry H. Miller would take breaks from a dizzying work schedule to feed his appetite for fast cars.
The idea took root when Miller eventually decided to build a high-speed playground closer to home.
The dream became reality five years ago, when Miller?s original $5 million budget for a small oval track ballooned to $100 million for construction of a world-class 4.5-mile road course.
L...
Copyright 2011 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Junior crashes Daytona 500 pole-winning car; will start at rear
Daytona 500 pole sitter Dale Earnhardt Jr. crashed his primary car in practice. He was unhurt but car sustained heavy left side and rear deck damage.
Carl Edwards holds off Kyle Busch to earn Nashville Nationwide win
Carl Edwards claimed his fifth career victory at Nashville Superspeedway, holding off Kyle Busch to win the Nashville 300 on Saturday.
Stra�enversion?s Photos from Sebring
I’m a couple of weeks late with these, but I just noticed Stra�enversion’s shots from his trip to Florida for the Sebring 12 Hours. Thankfully, he arrived early enough for the running of the vintage event. Check out his writeup on the 12 Hours on his blog, and see the complete set of photos on [...]
Waltrip scores emotional Truck win at Daytona
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- On the 10th anniversary to the date of his seminal Daytona 500 victory, one which was tragically overshadowed by the death of Dale Earnhardt in a last-lap crash, Michael Waltrip captured...
Monday, April 25, 2011
Franchitti: The pros and cons of IndyCar's new restart procedure
Guest blogger Dario Franchitti offers his opinion on IndyCar's new procedure for restarting races.
Appreciate the Pleasure of Auto Racing Games auto racing
Auto racing games are the most latest phenomenon in the online gaming business. It is ready to draw interest of numerous people due to thrilling characteristics of these games, which make gamers spellbound with the high spirited adventure in this kind of games. With the help of world wide web, people...
McLaren Fastest at the First Practice Session of the Season ? and Other Surprises
The first practice session of the Formula One season began in Melbourne Friday with several small surprises in team and driver strength.
New Racing Team: Junior Johnson Racing
Hall of Famer Junior Johnson has created Junior Johnson Racing (JJR). Why? He’s hoping to use the team to propel his young son, Robert, into the Sprint Cup Series. Junior plans to run this team from shops on his Hamptonville estate?yep, surrounded by animals and all. The new team has names behind it like Keith [...]
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Meguiar?s Simplifies Spring Cleaning With Five Simple Steps
With gloomy weather and poor driving conditions in the rear view mirror, now is the perfect time for a quick spring cleaning, courtesy of Meguiar?s. To maintain a stunning shine and flawless appearance, the century-old leader in vehicle appearance care presents the top five car care tips for keeping your vehicle looking its best this [...]
Ty and Austin Dillon still on the rise with grandpa Richard Childress taking a watchful eye
Ty Dillon is doing well in ARCA, while older brother Austin Dillon is running well in the Camping World Truck Series. If they keep going like this, grandpa Richard Childress will be spending a lot more money.
Budds Creek National-Mud Nats revisited
Well mother nature unleashed today for the fourth round of the AMA ATV Nationals held in Budd’s Creek Maryland.� Check out a few photos as a teaser while you wait for a full recap on the race along with another video presented by the event title sponsor, DWT. Related PostsBudd’s Creek AMA Photos and Highlight [...]
Meguiar?s Brilliant Solutions New Car Kit
The joy of driving off the lot with a new (or new-to-you) car is exhilarating, but maintaining that perfect exterior and pristine paint job months down the road may seem impossible. That?s why Meguiar?s, historically known as the ?car guy?s? choice for car care, is introducing its consumer-friendly Brilliant Solutions New Car Kit, designed to [...]
COMP Performance Group Back at Power Tour
COMP Cams will return this year as the main stage sponsor for the Hot Rod Power tour. The COMP Performance Group will also be there at the CPG booth beside the main stage. The CPG companies includes TCI�, RHS�, FASTTM, ZEXTM, IngleseTM, Quarter Master� and Powerhouse. The group will have technicians on hand to discuss [...]
Kimi Raikkonen testing well as he preps to drive for Kyle Busch's truck team
Kimi Raikkonen is testing well in NASCAR as the former Formula One world champion prepares for his debut in a truck owned by Kyle Busch.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Night racing means fast racing at Texas Motor Speedway
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comFORT WORTH, Texas ? Texas Motor Speedway is already one of the fastest tracks on the Sprint Cup circuit, and tonight, it's going to be faster.The Samsung Mobile 500 is set to begin at 6:30 p.m., which means the majority of the race will take place after the sun goes down.And no sun means less heat, which means more grip for the NASCAR tires zipping around the 1.5-mile track.?The track will certainly be faster and have more grip at night than what it has during the day, for sure,? Matt Kenseth said.Read more on NewsOK.com
Les Richter among 5 added to NASCAR Hall nominees
The NASCAR Hall of Fame has added five new people to the list of 25 nominees under consideration for the 2012 class.
Joe Gibbs Racing pinpoints some engine issues
Kyle Busch says Joe Gibbs Racing has determined that problems with two of its engines last weekend were valve-related.
OSU students get hands-on NASCAR experience
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comSTILLWATER ? Until a few months ago, Gaylan Towle II would have described himself as a casual NASCAR fan ? barely.Maybe he'd catch the highlights while watching SportsCenter, and he might pay a little closer attention during the Chase for the Sprint Cup.?If I was considered a fan, it would be casual to the highest extent of that definition,? Towle said.But that changed with one simple email.Read more on NewsOK.com
Lewis Hamilton to Wed?
After three years with his girlfriend Nicole Scherzinger of the Pussy Cat Dolls, Lewis Hamilton is still in no rush to tie the knot. The racer and singer both acknowledge they are at the height of their careers and are both equally happy and focused on that at the moment. However, Formula 1′s Hamilton did [...]
Friday, April 22, 2011
Leavine Fenton Racing team carries local hopes to Texas Motor Speedway
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comFORT WORTH, Texas ? The Leavine Fenton Racing team has two primary goals for the Sprint Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway this weekend.Read more on NewsOK.com
COMP Performance Group Back at Power Tour
COMP Cams will return this year as the main stage sponsor for the Hot Rod Power tour. The COMP Performance Group will also be there at the CPG booth beside the main stage. The CPG companies includes TCI�, RHS�, FASTTM, ZEXTM, IngleseTM, Quarter Master� and Powerhouse. The group will have technicians on hand to discuss [...]
Racing by the Largest of Margins, and the Smallest of Margins
There was a large margin of distance between the leaders of the practice session and the rest of the competitors at the Malaysian Grand Prix, but a small margin of difference cost Sauber its points at the last race.
Budd?s Creek AMA Photos and Highlight Video
The rain burned off after the Pro event Saturday and it was perfect racing conditions under a blue sky for the remaining amateur races. Check out the highlight video from the weekend’s Pro Class moto’s along with a few more photos of some of the nations top amateur racers. Most Commented Posts3 wheelers, the beginings [...]
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Junior crashes Daytona 500 pole-winning car; will start at rear
Daytona 500 pole sitter Dale Earnhardt Jr. crashed his primary car in practice. He was unhurt but car sustained heavy left side and rear deck damage.
New Racing Team: Junior Johnson Racing
Hall of Famer Junior Johnson has created Junior Johnson Racing (JJR). Why? He’s hoping to use the team to propel his young son, Robert, into the Sprint Cup Series. Junior plans to run this team from shops on his Hamptonville estate?yep, surrounded by animals and all. The new team has names behind it like Keith [...]
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 [...]
Rick Ware Racing restores Jeffrey Earnhardt to Truck Series
Rick Ware Racing says it will field a Truck for Jeffery Earnhardt this weekend at Martinsville Speedway, after all.
Ratings watch: NCAA title game tops the week
From Staff ReportsConnecticut's 53-41 victory over Butler in the NCAA men's basketball championship topped the local ratings for the week.Read more on NewsOK.com
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has several organisations which are dedicated to improving motorcycle safety by providing advanced rider training over and above what is necessary to pass the basic motorcycle test. These include the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and free...
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
COMP Performance Group Back at Power Tour
COMP Cams will return this year as the main stage sponsor for the Hot Rod Power tour. The COMP Performance Group will also be there at the CPG booth beside the main stage. The CPG companies includes TCI�, RHS�, FASTTM, ZEXTM, IngleseTM, Quarter Master� and Powerhouse. The group will have technicians on hand to discuss [...]
Q&A: Mike Lynch, managing director of NASCAR Green Innovation
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comOne of the more interesting changes made by NASCAR this season is the new fuel being used in all three series.Read more on NewsOK.com
Looking in the Rearview Mirror: Talladega
The weekend started early with ARCA and Nationwide practice on Thursday. Weather held through qualifying and practice for both.
Sprint Cup wasn?t as lucky, they only got one practice in before the storms rolled in and had many taking cover. Qualifying was Saturday and the day dawned clear like nothing had happened [...]
Sprint Cup wasn?t as lucky, they only got one practice in before the storms rolled in and had many taking cover. Qualifying was Saturday and the day dawned clear like nothing had happened [...]
Online Racing Games auto racing
If you are the type who's into extreme sports or if you prefer the frenzy of adrenaline in your body if you are racing, then you can do this online too. The internet offers loads of racing games. Your choices are endless - from car racing games to truck racing games. Pick one that you like the most or...
Nissan Cars, Crossovers, Pickup, Trucks, and SUVs up by $25 for 2009
April, 2009 , Franklin, TN — Nissan North America, Inc. announced a Destination & Handling (D&H) increase of $25 on 2009 Nissan cars, excluding GT-R, effective today. New D&H charges for Nissan vehicles are $720 for Versa, Sentra, cube, Altima, Maxima and Z Coupe and Roadster. D&H chargse remain at $780 for Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, [...]
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Live updates from the 53d Daytona 500
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff Lap 197, 5:11, Caution No. 15 -- Regan Smith gets bumped from behind by his draft partner, Kurt Busch, and makes a hard right into heavy traffic, collecting the cars of Ryan Newman, Denny Hamlin...
Kurt Busch, Jeff Burton win Gatorade Duels
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Kurt Busch, winner of Saturday night's Budweiser Shootout, and Jeff Burton both visited Victory Lane today after their respective victories in today's Gatorade Duel, a pair of 150-mile races to determine...
2nd Chance Motorsports owner files theft charges vs. Jennifer Jo Cobb
The owner of 2nd Chance Motorsports has filed larceny charges against Jennifer Jo Cobb, the driver who walked away from his Nationwide Series car five minutes before the start of Saturday's race at Bristol Motor Speedway over a start-and-park issue.
Aeromotive Announces a Limited Time Trade-In Offer
In recent months we have all heard the unfortunate rumors surrounding Barry Grant Incorporated since their filing of Chapter 11 bankruptcy in late 2009. And, as of February 18, 2011 they ceased operation all together. This is unsettling news for all of us in this industry. Even as competitors, we at Aeromotive are deeply saddened [...]
Monday, April 18, 2011
Bits of Crashed Messerschmitts.
Ok, maybe vintage racecar design wasn’t all better than today’s. Eesh. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
Back to Auto Shop: Differentials
Love this 1937 film explaining the basics of differentials. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
Greetings from Daytona!
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Greetings from (sunny and warm) Daytona International Speedway where country artist Brad Paisley, the reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year, is performing a pre-race concert on a state-of-the-art mobile stage down...
In Melbourne, Talk of Another U.S. Race and Great Aussie Fans
As Melbourne prepares for the first race of the season, the talk is of Bernie Ecclestone in New York.
BC-CAR--NASCAR-Nationwide Results,1st Ld-Writethru, CAR
1. (5) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 300 laps, 150 rating, 0 points, $44,725.
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2. Read more on NewsOK.com
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Top 5 Reasons We?re Thankful
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we thought what a better way to prepare for the drooling at the great feast by salivating a little early over a few of our favorite women in racing. These talented race car drivers are hot on and off the track…take a look. Danica Patrick Milka Duno Katherine Legge [...]
Hunnert Car Heads-Up Vintage Drags At Great Lakes Dragaway June 11
The Chrome Czars Motor Club today announced that their rapidly growing nostalgia drag racing event, the 3rd annual Hunnert Car Heads-Up? drags, is set for Saturday, June 11th, at historic Great Lakes Dragaway in Union Grove, Wisconsin. The Heads-Up drag racing event is open to any hot rod, custom, purpose-built drag car or motorcycle from [...]
NASCAR Nationwide-Scotts EZ Seed 300 Results
1. (5) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 300 laps, 150 rating, 0 points, $44,725.
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
Saturday, April 16, 2011
TV Times: Happy?s On A Roll!
Kevin Harvick’s win in the Sprint Cup race at Martinsville on Sunday was the sixteenth of his career and puts him on a roll going into this weekend’s Texas stop. Contrary to his detractors, Dale, Jr ‘s runner-up finish at Martinsville could indicate that he’s got all his bad luck and snake bite behind [...]
Night racing means fast racing at Texas Motor Speedway
BY SCOTT WRIGHT, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comFORT WORTH, Texas ? Texas Motor Speedway is already one of the fastest tracks on the Sprint Cup circuit, and tonight, it's going to be faster.The Samsung Mobile 500 is set to begin at 6:30 p.m., which means the majority of the race will take place after the sun goes down.And no sun means less heat, which means more grip for the NASCAR tires zipping around the 1.5-mile track.?The track will certainly be faster and have more grip at night than what it has during the day, for sure,? Matt Kenseth said.Read more on NewsOK.com
NASCAR notebook: Night ends early for David Starr
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comThe Leavine Fenton Racing team considered the weekend a success simply because it was fast enough in qualifying to get into the Sprint Cup Samsung Mobile 500 in its first attempt.After starting 33rd in Saturday night's race at Texas Motor Speedway, driver David Starr was running competitively with the cars around him through the first 122 laps, but the night ended there, when the No.Read more on NewsOK.com
ATV and Outdoor Survival Tips
We all ride and we ride in wild terrain that varies from mild to wild and scenic to rugged. Whether it’s in the rocks or woods or on track or trails, going quad riding involves more than starting an ATV and hitting the dirt. Yes, you need some pre-planning. And even some what-if preparation. This [...]
2009 Moab Jeep Safari shows off six Tricked-up Jeeps courtesy of Mopar
Moab, Utah, April, 2009� - The Mopar� Underground design team showcased six customized Jeep� vehicles and Dodge trucks today at the 43rd annual Moab Jeep Safari 2009.
Overseen by Mark Allen, Chief Designer?Jeep/Truck Design Studio, Chrysler LLC, the Mopar Underground design team has been customizing production vehicles since its creation in 2002 and has introduced 14 [...]
Overseen by Mark Allen, Chief Designer?Jeep/Truck Design Studio, Chrysler LLC, the Mopar Underground design team has been customizing production vehicles since its creation in 2002 and has introduced 14 [...]
Friday, April 15, 2011
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, [...]
World?s Fastest Half Mile Speed Trials
On March 19, with lap time of 19.481 seconds at 98.497mph, NASCAR driver David Ragan piloted a supercharged Mustang to the World?s Fastest Passenger Car Half Mile Record. Supplied from Ford Racing, Ragan?s Mustang was a supercharged 624 horsepower 5.0L engine with an FR3 handling package and Brembo brakes.The record was set during the World?s [...]
Hamlin and Johnson have Martinsville figured out
Hamlin and Johnson have Martinsville figured out
By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Published Apr 2, 2011 09:02PM MDT
Martinsville, Va. ? Denny Hamlin and Jimmie Johnson have combined to win the last nine races at Martinsville Speedway, a streak that?s annoyed most of their competitors.
Could it really be that two guys are that much superior, and the 41 others have no chance at winning on NASCAR?s oldest active track?
Nope, insisted Johnson. The secret to winning at Martinsville is nothing more than accepting the 0.526-mile paper clip-shaped track as it is and not trying anything fancy.
?There?s one way to driv...
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By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Published Apr 2, 2011 09:02PM MDT
Martinsville, Va. ? Denny Hamlin and Jimmie Johnson have combined to win the last nine races at Martinsville Speedway, a streak that?s annoyed most of their competitors.
Could it really be that two guys are that much superior, and the 41 others have no chance at winning on NASCAR?s oldest active track?
Nope, insisted Johnson. The secret to winning at Martinsville is nothing more than accepting the 0.526-mile paper clip-shaped track as it is and not trying anything fancy.
?There?s one way to driv...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Joe Mondello (1936-2011) ? A Drag Racing Legend
Drag racing and the automotive performance aftermarket lost one of its brightest lights, with the passing of Joe Mondello in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 6 in Crossville, Tenn., at the age of 75, following complications from surgery. Joe was born on August 6, 1936 in Los Angeles, Calif. Joe?s passion for all [...]
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Federal Shutdown Would Close National Parks and Forests
If you had a hankering to hit one of your favorite US National Parks/Forest or a piece of OHV land controlled by the Bureau of Land Management (popular locales such as Glamis/Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area), you may need to re-evaluate your weekend and riding plans. The gates will be closed and/or personnel will be [...]
Lewis Hamilton to Wed?
After three years with his girlfriend Nicole Scherzinger of the Pussy Cat Dolls, Lewis Hamilton is still in no rush to tie the knot. The racer and singer both acknowledge they are at the height of their careers and are both equally happy and focused on that at the moment. However, Formula 1′s Hamilton did [...]
Matt Kenseth dominates Texas to snap 76-race skid
Matt Kenseth had a dominating run at Texas, breaking a 76-race NASCAR Sprint Cup winless streak Saturday night.
Nostalgia Super Stock Returns
There has been a rise in popularity of Super Stock drag racing thanks in large part to the Cobra Jet and Challenger Drag Pack. The once hot thing in the seventies and eighties in drag racing, Super Stock is starting to become popular again. The National Nostalgia Pro Stock Association has just introduced their schedule [...]
Track Trash: Alone Star in Texas
The Cat’s back. Davie Ragan is finally starting to pull his weight, so it was a good night for this outfit.
And what smell was emanating from Gordo’s car? Dirty diapers? Or barfing due to a poor performance?
Sir Richard: I can?t believe what caca Petty is dishing out [...]
And what smell was emanating from Gordo’s car? Dirty diapers? Or barfing due to a poor performance?
Sir Richard: I can?t believe what caca Petty is dishing out [...]
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Carl Edwards takes Nationwide race at Texas Motor Speedway
BY SCOTT WRIGHT Staff Writer swright@opubco.comA blown tire on an out-of-contention car less than halfway through the NASCAR Nationwide O'Reilly 300 likely was the deciding moment Friday night at Texas Motor Speedway.The right rear tire of Tim Schendel's No.Read more on NewsOK.com
Kimi Raikkonen testing well as he preps to drive for Kyle Busch's truck team
Kimi Raikkonen is testing well in NASCAR as the former Formula One world champion prepares for his debut in a truck owned by Kyle Busch.
Online Racing Games auto racing
If you are the type who's into extreme sports or if you prefer the frenzy of adrenaline in your body if you are racing, then you can do this online too. The internet offers loads of racing games. Your choices are endless - from car racing games to truck racing games. Pick one that you like the most or...
The Exhaust Circuit
Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- As a general rule, sportswriters are not allowed to cheer in the press box. It's a tenet I've adhered to in my quarter century (I'm dating myself, yes) in this business. It's...
TV Times: Happy?s On A Roll!
Kevin Harvick’s win in the Sprint Cup race at Martinsville on Sunday was the sixteenth of his career and puts him on a roll going into this weekend’s Texas stop. Contrary to his detractors, Dale, Jr ‘s runner-up finish at Martinsville could indicate that he’s got all his bad luck and snake bite behind [...]
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
BC-CAR--NASCAR-Nationwide Results, CAR
1. (7) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 150 laps, 128.5 rating, 0 points.
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
Ratings watch: Bedlam ratings down
From Staff ReportsKOCB-34's telecast of the Bedlam men's basketball game Saturday in Norman received only a 6.5 rating.Read more on NewsOK.com
Appreciate the Pleasure of Auto Racing Games auto racing
Auto racing games are the most latest phenomenon in the online gaming business. It is ready to draw interest of numerous people due to thrilling characteristics of these games, which make gamers spellbound with the high spirited adventure in this kind of games. With the help of world wide web, people...
Monday, April 11, 2011
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 [...]
The Exhaust Circuit
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Ah, The Sound and The Fury ... NASCAR-style. Tony Kornheiser offered the sound (and plenty of it) Tuesday on his ESPN show ``Pardon the Interruption.'' With guest co-host Dan LeBatard of...
In Praise of the Illustrated Magazine Cover
Contemporary racing magazine creative directors take note: these Sports Car Graphic covers from 1963 and 1964 are absolutely astounding. With such a wealth of fantastic automotive artists out there, It’s a pity that the notion of the illustrated magazine cover is about as dead as it can be. Don’t get me wrong, I’m an enormous [...]
NASCAR Nationwide-Scotts EZ Seed 300 Results
1. (5) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 300 laps, 150 rating, 0 points, $44,725.
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
2. Read more on NewsOK.com
Sunday, April 10, 2011
The Exhaust Circuit
Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- As a general rule, sportswriters are not allowed to cheer in the press box. It's a tenet I've adhered to in my quarter century (I'm dating myself, yes) in this business. It's...
2010 Audi Q7: More Powerful, Cleaner than ever with TDI
INGOLSTADT, Germany, Apr 14, 2009� -� When it was first rolled out three years ago, the Audi Q7 performance SUV immediately achieved a leadership position ? as a sporty, comfortable as well as high-performance recreational and business vehicle on a grand scale. Now Audi is making it even better ? more elegant and more efficient, [...]
McLaren Fastest at the First Practice Session of the Season ? and Other Surprises
The first practice session of the Formula One season began in Melbourne Friday with several small surprises in team and driver strength.
Texas Motor Speedway schedule
Friday9 a.m.: Gate 4 opens9:30-10:45 a.m.: Nationwide Series practice11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Nationwide practice1:30 p.m.: All gates open2-3:30 p.m.: Sprint Cup Series final practice4 p.m.: Nationwide Series qualifying4 p.m.: NASCAR memorabilia auction in Speedway Club5:40 p.m.: Sprint Cup Series qualifying7:30 p.m.: Nationwide O'Reilly Auto Parts 300 (TV: ESPN, Cox 29)Saturday10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Legends races at Lil' Texas1 p.m.: Season ticket holders' No Limits Garage Party (enter Gate 6)2 p.m.: All gates open4 p.m.: Pre-race show begins5 p.m.: 3 Doors Down concert6:30 p.m.Read more on NewsOK.com
2nd Chance Motorsports owner files theft charges vs. Jennifer Jo Cobb
The owner of 2nd Chance Motorsports has filed larceny charges against Jennifer Jo Cobb, the driver who walked away from his Nationwide Series car five minutes before the start of Saturday's race at Bristol Motor Speedway over a start-and-park issue.
2009 Moab Jeep Safari shows off six Tricked-up Jeeps courtesy of Mopar
Moab, Utah, April, 2009� - The Mopar� Underground design team showcased six customized Jeep� vehicles and Dodge trucks today at the 43rd annual Moab Jeep Safari 2009.
Overseen by Mark Allen, Chief Designer?Jeep/Truck Design Studio, Chrysler LLC, the Mopar Underground design team has been customizing production vehicles since its creation in 2002 and has introduced 14 [...]
Overseen by Mark Allen, Chief Designer?Jeep/Truck Design Studio, Chrysler LLC, the Mopar Underground design team has been customizing production vehicles since its creation in 2002 and has introduced 14 [...]
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The Drive to End Hunger
What happens when AARP teams up with NASCAR? The Drive to End Hunger. The campign includes volunteer-led food driver, corporate fundraising, local outreach and more.� Thanks to Jeff Gordon and Hendrick Motorsports, the No. 24 ride is wrapped in AARP logos to spotlight the fight to solve the problem of hunger in older Americans. The [...]
Federal Shutdown Would Close National Parks and Forests
If you had a hankering to hit one of your favorite US National Parks/Forest or a piece of OHV land controlled by the Bureau of Land Management (popular locales such as Glamis/Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area), you may need to re-evaluate your weekend and riding plans. The gates will be closed and/or personnel will be [...]
Two groups vow to pitch new proposals for racing in OKC
BY STEVE LACKMEYER slackmeyer@opubco.comTwo rival groups say they will pitch new proposals for grand prix racing in Oklahoma City after the rejection of a plan last summer by the Oklahoma City Council.Read more on NewsOK.com
NASCAR to slow cars at Daytona
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- In response to the 200-mile-per-hour speeds cars reached during last Friday evening's Budweiser Shootout practice, which were sustained by two-car drafts that reached 206 m.p.h. during the 75-lap event itself Saturday...
Friday, April 8, 2011
Stewart wins drag race over Bowyer in Nationwide opener
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Tony Stewart won the Nationwide Series opener at Daytona International Speedway for the fourth consecutive year after outsprinting runner-up Clint Bowyer to the finish line by a scant margin of .007...
In Praise of the Illustrated Magazine Cover
Contemporary racing magazine creative directors take note: these Sports Car Graphic covers from 1963 and 1964 are absolutely astounding. With such a wealth of fantastic automotive artists out there, It’s a pity that the notion of the illustrated magazine cover is about as dead as it can be. Don’t get me wrong, I’m an enormous [...]
Nissan Cars, Crossovers, Pickup, Trucks, and SUVs up by $25 for 2009
April, 2009 , Franklin, TN — Nissan North America, Inc. announced a Destination & Handling (D&H) increase of $25 on 2009 Nissan cars, excluding GT-R, effective today. New D&H charges for Nissan vehicles are $720 for Versa, Sentra, cube, Altima, Maxima and Z Coupe and Roadster. D&H chargse remain at $780 for Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, [...]
McLaren Fastest at the First Practice Session of the Season ? and Other Surprises
The first practice session of the Formula One season began in Melbourne Friday with several small surprises in team and driver strength.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Interesting Horse Racing Games for You and Your Child auto racing
Since a lot of folks are into racing games, web developers have thought of numerous games that may satisfy gamers all around the world. Apart from the favored car racing games, you could find horse racing games too. These horse racing games could be fully enjoyed within the comforts of your own home.When...
Johnny Sauter rallies late to claim Martinsville Trucks race
Johnny Sauter passed Kyle Busch one lap before the finish to win the Trucks Series race at Martinsville Speedway.
Santa?s Ride
Still stuck on the notion that good ol’ St. Nick zooms around the Christmas skies in his sleigh pulled by reindeer? Think again! Santa’s cruisin’ around in a stylish VW Bug with Rudolf in the back. Play this fun holiday game to try and help Santa with all the presents. PLAY!
Jeff Gordon vs. Jeff Burton: Round 2 at Texas Motor Speedway?
Cool heads did not prevail when NASCAR elder statesmen Jeff Gordon and Jeff Burton got into a shoving match last fall at Texas.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Kentucky Speedway expects improvements will be ready for Sprint Cup debut
Kentucky Speedway's facelift should be complete well before NASCAR's top series visits the track for the first time in July.
Brian Keselowski undergoes gall bladder surgery
Brian Keselowski is not at Bristol Motor Speedway because he had emergency surgery to remove his gall bladder.
Vettel Dominates First Qualifying of the Season
Sebastian Vettel, the reigning world champion, scored the pole position for the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.
Tyler ?Hammer Down? Hamrick ? ATV MX Amateur On The Gas
Tyler of Hamrick’s weekend may have been overshadowed by John Natalie’s Pro class overall and Mark Madl’s victory in the Pro Am Production class this past weekend in Kentucky, but I’ll try to help him get a little credit for his great performance. Hamrick, Cortland, Ohio, competed at Round 3 of the 2011 AMA ATV [...]
Don and 039t Loose Control of Your Car This Winter Vehicle Control Tips From MB Motorsports auto racing
You must always be prepared when setting out in nasty weather and poor driving conditions and driving in the snow and ice is never an easy task and the thought of loosing control of your vehicle can be pretty scary, especially if you are not prepared. You must also keep in mind that no matter what car...
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Theme Park Offering Supercar Rides
The largest theme park in Latin America, Bobby Carrero World now offers Mustang and supercar rides. Although unlike a roller coaster, this ride you actually control. Choosing from six cars total, including a Ferrari, Mustang, Porsche, Hummer, Corvette and Lamborghini, a ticket holder can drive the cars for several miles. The theme park is located [...]
Schumacher Fastest in Barcelona, and a Season Preview
Michael Schumacher set the fastest time during testing in Barcelona on Friday, and his teammate, Nico Rosberg, set the third-fastest time.
Street-Legal Quads
There’s just something alluring about riding a sport quad on the road, pavement, blacktop whatever the case may be. It would be even more amazing if you were riding from London to Spain and making stops throughout Europe along the way. In fact, that sounds like a great vacation. I know stock all-terrain vehicles are [...]
NASCAR Sprint Cup-Jeff Byrd 500 presented by Food City Results
1. (12) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 500 laps, 132.6 rating, 47 points, $192,416.
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Limited Production run for a Corvette Racecar
When the Corvette Z06 was introduced five years ago there were only a couple options. But now as the arms race in the muscle car world is starting to heat up, the Corvette is turning into a track day beast with this Carbon edition. “For track use, the Z06 Carbon is the best-balanced Corvette yet,” [...]
Bits of Crashed Messerschmitts.
Ok, maybe vintage racecar design wasn’t all better than today’s. Eesh. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
Monday, April 4, 2011
The Drive to End Hunger
What happens when AARP teams up with NASCAR? The Drive to End Hunger. The campign includes volunteer-led food driver, corporate fundraising, local outreach and more.� Thanks to Jeff Gordon and Hendrick Motorsports, the No. 24 ride is wrapped in AARP logos to spotlight the fight to solve the problem of hunger in older Americans. The [...]
The Drive to End Hunger
What happens when AARP teams up with NASCAR? The Drive to End Hunger. The campign includes volunteer-led food driver, corporate fundraising, local outreach and more.� Thanks to Jeff Gordon and Hendrick Motorsports, the No. 24 ride is wrapped in AARP logos to spotlight the fight to solve the problem of hunger in older Americans. The [...]
Australia Paddock Notes
Less action in the streets of Melbourne, but glamour as usual in the paddock of the Australian Grand Prix.
Kurt Busch, Jeff Burton win Gatorade Duels
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. --- Kurt Busch, winner of Saturday night's Budweiser Shootout, and Jeff Burton both visited Victory Lane today after their respective victories in today's Gatorade Duel, a pair of 150-mile races to determine...
Sunday, April 3, 2011
NASCAR Camping World Truck-Too Tough To Tame 200 Results
1. (2) Kasey Kahne, Toyota, 147 laps, 145.3 rating, 0 points.
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Late call gives Kyle Busch three-peat at Fontana
Kyle Busch used pit strategy to take a late lead and held off Carl Edwards and Kevin Harvick to win his third straight Nationwide race at Auto Club Speedway on Saturday.
TV Times: LA Times Says NASCAR is Basically Tanking
The Los Angeles Times published a very negative piece concerning NASCAR, citing the organization’s downshift in popularity over the past four years.
The story also lists the reasons, and it all was pretty much what we’ve talked about in this column previously, so we won’t bore you with the specifics again.� Anyway, the consensus of that daily [...]
The story also lists the reasons, and it all was pretty much what we’ve talked about in this column previously, so we won’t bore you with the specifics again.� Anyway, the consensus of that daily [...]
American Joins Team Lotus Driver Development Program, and Tries F1 Car
Alexander Rossi joins the Team Lotus driver development program, taking another step toward his goal of competing in Formula One.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Mad Man Hennessey Pushes Power out of his Limited Run of Camaro Convertibles
Most of today’s supercars and sports cars have enough power to satisfy the general adrenaline-junky public. But John Hennessey has, for some time, disagreed with that. His Texas-based shop, Hennessey Performance, has been taking already fast cars, throwing turbos on them, and producing crazy horsepower numbers. Now Hennessey is offering his usual performance package options [...]
Despite Lackluster Racing, Danica Still Gets Racy
Based on past racing performance, Danica Patrick isn’t creating any NASCAR buzz for this upcoming 2011 season. However, Miss Patrick has found another way to get racy. GoDaddy.com is known for their provocative commercials?which are always a big hit amongst the Super Bowl audience. And, this year is no exception. GoDaddy features a commercial with [...]
Joe Gibbs Racing pinpoints some engine issues
Kyle Busch says Joe Gibbs Racing has determined that problems with two of its engines last weekend were valve-related.
BC-CAR--NASCAR-Nationwide Results, CAR
1. (7) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 150 laps, 128.5 rating, 0 points.
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Friday, April 1, 2011
Ratings watch: Bedlam ratings down
From Staff ReportsKOCB-34's telecast of the Bedlam men's basketball game Saturday in Norman received only a 6.5 rating.Read more on NewsOK.com
Harvick passes Johnson on final turn for win
Harvick passes Johnson on final turn for win
By john marshall
The Associated Press
Published Mar 27, 2011 07:40PM MDT
Fontana, Calif. ? Kevin Harvick isn?t one of those drivers who jumps out front and stays there all the way to the checkers.
He?s more of a lingerer and closer, someone who?s able to stay close to the front then make his move at just the right time.
Harvick was at his pass-at-the-end best on Sunday, overtaking California king Jimmie Johnson on the final turn at Auto Club Speedway to win after trailing the entire race.
?I wish we could just go out there and wear ?em out one day, just not have to w...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
By john marshall
The Associated Press
Published Mar 27, 2011 07:40PM MDT
Fontana, Calif. ? Kevin Harvick isn?t one of those drivers who jumps out front and stays there all the way to the checkers.
He?s more of a lingerer and closer, someone who?s able to stay close to the front then make his move at just the right time.
Harvick was at his pass-at-the-end best on Sunday, overtaking California king Jimmie Johnson on the final turn at Auto Club Speedway to win after trailing the entire race.
?I wish we could just go out there and wear ?em out one day, just not have to w...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
BC-CAR--NASCAR-Nationwide Results
1. (5) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 200 laps, 112.2 rating, 0 points, $82,020.
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