Tuesday, May 31, 2011
McLaren's Hamilton apologizes to F1 rivals
LONDON (AP) ? McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton has apologized to Formula One rivals Felipe Massa and Pastor Maldonado for calling them "ridiculous" in the aftermath of the Monaco Grand Prix.
Hamilton was given penalties after colliding with Massa and Maldonado as he attempted to pass them during Sunday's race.
The 2008 world champion posted an apology on his Twitter account, saying he didn't mean to criticize Massa and Maldonado and labeling them "fantastic drivers who I regard highly.Read more on NewsOK.com
Hamilton was given penalties after colliding with Massa and Maldonado as he attempted to pass them during Sunday's race.
The 2008 world champion posted an apology on his Twitter account, saying he didn't mean to criticize Massa and Maldonado and labeling them "fantastic drivers who I regard highly.Read more on NewsOK.com
LEGO My ATV Ego, Son
My son just celebrated his ninth birthday. To celebrate, he wanted to have a sleep over with some of his friends. Both kids were gracious enough to bring Shane a gift. One was a LEGO Creator Dune Hopper 3n1 building kit and the other was a Beyblade. Both toys are pretty neat. The Beyblade is [...]
The Teammate Dynamic at Monaco
Monaco is a track where a driver can make a difference, and it is visible even during the practice sessions for the Monaco Grand Prix.
Auto racing: Wheldon wins in dramatic finish at Indy
Auto racing: Wheldon wins in dramatic finish at Indy
By Paul newberry
The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 09:42AM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon was zipping toward the final corner of Sunday?s Indianapolis 500, surely figuring the best he could do was a runner-up finish.
Then he came upon J.R. Hildebrand?s crumpled car, all smashed up and sliding along the wall.
The rookie had made the ultimate mistake with his very last turn of the wheel, and Wheldon, not Hildebrand, made an improbable turn into Victory Lane.
?It?s obviously unfortunate, but that?s Indianapolis,? said Wheldon, who won Indy in 2005 and finished...
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By Paul newberry
The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 09:42AM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon was zipping toward the final corner of Sunday?s Indianapolis 500, surely figuring the best he could do was a runner-up finish.
Then he came upon J.R. Hildebrand?s crumpled car, all smashed up and sliding along the wall.
The rookie had made the ultimate mistake with his very last turn of the wheel, and Wheldon, not Hildebrand, made an improbable turn into Victory Lane.
?It?s obviously unfortunate, but that?s Indianapolis,? said Wheldon, who won Indy in 2005 and finished...
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NASCAR Sprint Cup Series standings
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series standings
Published May 30, 2011 12:01AM MDT
Driver Pts Beh
1. Carl Edwards 416 ?
2. Jimmie Johnson 392 -24
3. Kyle Busch 379 -37
4. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 364 -52
5. Kevin Harvick 362 -54
6. Matt Kenseth 342 -74
7. Ryan Newman 340 -76
8. Clint Bowyer 336 -80
9. Kurt Busch 336 -80
10. Tony Stewart 328 -88
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Published May 30, 2011 12:01AM MDT
Driver Pts Beh
1. Carl Edwards 416 ?
2. Jimmie Johnson 392 -24
3. Kyle Busch 379 -37
4. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 364 -52
5. Kevin Harvick 362 -54
6. Matt Kenseth 342 -74
7. Ryan Newman 340 -76
8. Clint Bowyer 336 -80
9. Kurt Busch 336 -80
10. Tony Stewart 328 -88
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Vettel Controls Race in Spain to Win Fourth Prix in Five
Sebastian Vettel broke the series, winning the Spanish Grand Prix from second on the grid, the first time in 10 years that the winner was not also the pole sitter.
A Glimpse of the Le Mans 24-Hour Race
Fast cars and go-karts at the test day for the Le Mans 24-hour race.
TV Times (extra): Indy 500 Celebrates 100th Anniversary
The 100th Anniversary of the Indy 500 is scheduled to take place this Sunday.
… And capitalizing on the occasion was Gerry Gappens, the vice president and general manager of New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH. He was in the Hub earlier this week at the Fours Restaurant on Canal Street, along with three [...]
… And capitalizing on the occasion was Gerry Gappens, the vice president and general manager of New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH. He was in the Hub earlier this week at the Fours Restaurant on Canal Street, along with three [...]
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 [...]
France: 'Boys, have at it' policy has boundaries
NASCAR chairman Brian France said Friday drivers should be clear on the boundaries of the "Boys, have at it" attitude that gives more leniency in settling disputes.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Meet ?Donny?: ATV Buffoon
Chances are you’ve heard of Donny “Ballgame” (former New York Yankee Don Mattingly and acting coach of the Los Angeles Dodgers), Donny Osmond and “The Donald” (aka Donald Trump), but there’s another Donald you need to get to know. Well he’s really nobody of importance and has zero celebrity status, but he’s taking you behind [...]
Kyle Busch rallies from spin to win Trucks race
Kyle Busch didn't have the fastest truck and got into early trouble by spinning out.
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 [...]
After N'wide race, Raikkonen's future unknown
Kimi Raikkonen was vague Thursday about his NASCAR plans, indicating little more than he'd like to do a Sprint Cup race, maybe on the road course on Sonoma.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Track Trash: CMS All Star Extravaganza
Aside from Copesetic T-boning Cassill, and a wall job by Kasey, there were comparatively few wrecks.
That is, until the end of the race, when da Flipster tried “The Slide”…..
Red Bulling: There is already speculation about who will fill the seat of Kasey Kahne?s one year stint next year. Will it be Flip Edwards, [...]
That is, until the end of the race, when da Flipster tried “The Slide”…..
Red Bulling: There is already speculation about who will fill the seat of Kasey Kahne?s one year stint next year. Will it be Flip Edwards, [...]
Accidents Overshadow Action in Monaco
Track action at the qualifying of the Monaco Grand Prix was overshadowed by accidents involving Nico Rosberg and Sergio P�rez.
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 [...]
Dammit. They took my Borranis.
This is what happens when you park your immaculately restored Alfa Romeo Tipo 159 in a bad part of town. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
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...
Friday, May 27, 2011
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca gets name change as Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
MONTEREY, Calif., January 20, 2010 - Automobile enthusiasts worldwide have been descending on the Monterey, California peninsula each August for three decades. They come to enjoy the world’s finest pre- and post-war race cars competing as they were originally intended on the challenging road course. This rich tradition continues August 12-15 with a fresh new [...]
The Art of Peter Hutton
There’s something so very compelling about illustration that rides the line between realism and sketch. It’s a bit impressionistic, a bit cartoonish, a bit technical illustration. I’d argue that in Peter Hutton’s case, it’s the best bit of all of these. The vibrance of the colors and the loose gestural form of the lines give [...]
First Day in Monaco, Sunshine and Shadows
First day in Monaco and some memories of the past are drummed up, along with a little chaos in the paddock.
Kyle Busch rallies from spin to win Trucks race
Kyle Busch didn't have the fastest truck and got into early trouble by spinning out.
Keselowski captures pole for Coca-Cola 600
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) ? Brad Keselowski earned the pole for NASCAR's longest race with a lap of 192.089 mph on Thursday night.
Keselowski took advantage of cooler track conditions later in qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway to earn his second career Sprint Cup pole.Read more on NewsOK.com
Keselowski took advantage of cooler track conditions later in qualifying at Charlotte Motor Speedway to earn his second career Sprint Cup pole.Read more on NewsOK.com
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Brickyard execs expect more empty seats in '11
Ticket sales for this year's Brickyard 400 are lagging behind last year's pace, and race organizers worry it could produce a second straight record-low turnout for the July 31 race.
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
NASCAR: Matt??Kenseth??pulls??away??late,??takes??second??Dover??win
NASCAR: Matt??Kenseth??pulls??away??late,??takes??second??Dover??win
By DAN GELSTON
The Associated Press
Published May 15, 2011 07:08PM MDT
Dover, Del. ? Matt Kenseth?s first idea was to skip pit road, take a chance he could start first on a restart and hang on for a victory.
Then, he had another thought. Why not just take two tires on pit road instead of four?
With his No. 17 Ford on the jack, Kenseth called the audible and told crew chief Jimmy Fennig he wanted two.
?Two tires! Two tires!? Fennig said.
His crew made the switch before they dropped the car and that was the perfect strategy Kenseth needed to win the Sprint Cup race a...
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By DAN GELSTON
The Associated Press
Published May 15, 2011 07:08PM MDT
Dover, Del. ? Matt Kenseth?s first idea was to skip pit road, take a chance he could start first on a restart and hang on for a victory.
Then, he had another thought. Why not just take two tires on pit road instead of four?
With his No. 17 Ford on the jack, Kenseth called the audible and told crew chief Jimmy Fennig he wanted two.
?Two tires! Two tires!? Fennig said.
His crew made the switch before they dropped the car and that was the perfect strategy Kenseth needed to win the Sprint Cup race a...
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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
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 [...]
Kyle Busch rallies from spin to win Trucks race
Kyle Busch didn't have the fastest truck and got into early trouble by spinning out.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
This Weekend at Auction: Alfa Romeo TZ Coup�
Race history at the Targa Florio? Check. Le Mans? Yup. Tour de France? Uh-huh. Monza 1000KM? You bet. Say any one of these things about any single example of a car and you’ll have my attention. Say all of them about a single car and you’ll have a lot of people’s attention. When the car [...]
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...
43rd Annual Baja 500; Pre-running begins today
For all you desert racing rats out there, you probably already know that the 43rd Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 500 will be held June 2-5 in Baja California, Mexico. Many people don’t realize that the race actually starts today, or at least the preparation for the race. Today, Friday May 20, is the first official [...]
Dario Franchitti makes guest blog debut on Boston.com
Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dario Franchitti begins a series of guest blog entries on Boston.com.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Carl Edwards vs Jimmie Johnson ? Who Will Take The Cake
Image Source: http://www.dragnix.net/Legends/ The race between Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson is panning out to be neck and neck after 11 races. There are still many believers in a few strong outings from Kevin Harvick, but it will likely come down to these 2 power houses. Many bloggers and NASCAR enthusiasts have been noting that [...]
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
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 [...]
Stenhouse Jr. hangs on to win first N'wide race
With most of the Sprint Cup stars busy with the All-Star Race at Charlotte, the NASCAR Nationwide race at Iowa Speedway was the perfect opportunity for one of the regulars in that series to to win for the first time this season.
NASCAR will begin fuel injection tests on July 7
NASCAR will allow Sprint Cup teams to bring a second car to test fuel injection for the first time on July 7 at Kentucky Motor Speedway with plans to fully implement the new system at the 2012 Daytona 500.
NHRA NEWS: Summer Nationals Preview
BERNSTIEN FEELS IT IS ONLY A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE THE COPART DRAGSTER IS BACK IN THE WINNER?S CIRCLE For a sport that prides itself on making extremely powerful runs in a straight line, when race teams find themselves mired in a slump, the quickest way out is usually just around the turn. Brandon Bernstein [...]
Monday, May 23, 2011
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
It?s Mille Miglia Time!
Well, they’re off from Brescia to Rome and back. And photos and videos are starting to arrive online. Sorry, this is going to be a long one. (Hmm.. it looks like YouTube is down, so these videos won’t show up in the short term.) YouTube is back up. Hope that’s not too much of an [...]
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, [...]
NEATV-MX Round 2 Goes to Wimmer
Dustin Wimmer put in another double-moto sweep at the most recent round of New England ATV Motocross racing action. In the match-up of former AMA ATV MX National Champions, Wimmer outlasted his stiffest competitor and reigning AMA ATV MX Champ Josh Creamer. In fact, they finished in the exact same spots (first and second respectively) [...]
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Vettel Finds the Speed When He Needs it, and Scores Pole
Sebastian Vettel scored his 17th career pole position in Malaysia in his Red Bull, in preparation for Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix.
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
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.
Brill Motor Speedway brings back racing to Friday nights
BY SCOTT MUNN, Assistant Sports Editor, smunn@opubco.comMark Brill is taking a chance, a risk that might be similar to making a daring move on the lead car through the final turn.The owner of Brill Motor Speedway in Meeker has switched the weekly Saturday night program to Fridays.Read more on NewsOK.com
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Late Indy 500 announcer Carnegie honored
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) ? A new public address stand honoring the late Tom Carnegie was unveiled Saturday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The veteran broadcaster known to generations as the voice of the Indianapolis 500 died in February at age 91.Read more on NewsOK.com
The veteran broadcaster known to generations as the voice of the Indianapolis 500 died in February at age 91.Read more on NewsOK.com
Ky. Busch claims pole for NASCAR All-Star race
Kyle Busch's success in nearly every level of NASCAR hasn't included the All-Star race.
Fallout from Richmond fracas carries to Darlington
Fallout from Richmond fracas carries to Darlington
By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Published May 7, 2011 05:07PM MDT
Darlington, S.C. ? Tempers were still raging Friday between Juan Pablo Montoya and Ryan Newman, who had a heated discussion at Darlington Raceway about an extended on-track feud.
It was evident there?s a growing animosity between the two drivers, despite their halfhearted efforts to downplay their latest flare-up in their morning media sessions. A later meeting moderated by NASCAR did not go well.
The two were called in to discuss their actions last Saturday night at Richmond, where Newman wreck...
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By Jenna Fryer
The Associated Press
Published May 7, 2011 05:07PM MDT
Darlington, S.C. ? Tempers were still raging Friday between Juan Pablo Montoya and Ryan Newman, who had a heated discussion at Darlington Raceway about an extended on-track feud.
It was evident there?s a growing animosity between the two drivers, despite their halfhearted efforts to downplay their latest flare-up in their morning media sessions. A later meeting moderated by NASCAR did not go well.
The two were called in to discuss their actions last Saturday night at Richmond, where Newman wreck...
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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 [...]
Friday, May 20, 2011
Raikkonen making NASCAR debut in Trucks
Former Formula One world champion Kimi Raikkonen says an interest in various forms of motorsports lured him to NASCAR.
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 [...]
Vaca Valley in Action
In case you needed more inspiration to load up the new Vaca Valley racing simulator track. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
racing gamestruck gamesbmx gamescooking games auto racing
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...
HRCA ?Red Rider? magazine: Issue 115 Includes 2012 ATVs, Matlock Racing
I recently thumbed through (or is it “moused” through?) the most recent issue of the Honda Rider’s Club of America (HRCA) “Red Rider” digital magazine. Anyone can join and read the mag, and I think you should, especially if you own a Honda. Not only does it offer information about powersports and both on- and [...]
Track Trash: DoverDel in ?11
Another fine race by MattyBoy, on the track where he started his Cup career.
His team outsmarted some of the best of ‘em, and they deserved the W.
Words: After the Happy/Kyle fines, and smack talk, we await the inevitable ?payback?. But we?re gonna have to wait a long time, cuz neither [...]
His team outsmarted some of the best of ‘em, and they deserved the W.
Words: After the Happy/Kyle fines, and smack talk, we await the inevitable ?payback?. But we?re gonna have to wait a long time, cuz neither [...]
My Dream Machines
Here at ATV Magazine, we do a lot of commenting, criticizing and suggesting, but allow me a bit of dreaming today. While I probably would be doing a fair bit of that at my desk throughout the day anyway, I’m talking about constructive dreaming. I’ve crafted my list of fantasy ATVs ? what I wish [...]
NHRA NEWS: Don Schumacher Racing continues development of dragster enclosed cockpit
The year-long research and development work by Don Schumacher Racing to design and implement an enclosed cockpit to increase the safety for drivers of Top Fuel dragsters continues at a measured pace with no specific deadline for introduction. According to Mike Green, crew chief on Tony Schumacher?s U.S. Army dragster and DSR lead on developing [...]
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
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...
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 [...]
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
Rain washes out practice at Indianapolis 500
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) ? Rain has washed out the second day of Indianapolis 500 practice.
Sunday's practice was scheduled to start at noon.Read more on NewsOK.com
Sunday's practice was scheduled to start at noon.Read more on NewsOK.com
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 [...]
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
KPAX does ATVs
A local CBS news affiliate in Missoula, Montana, is covering ATVs this week in its on-air features and also running them on its Website. I went to the site after a I found a story titled “ATV safety course helps riders of all skill levels”with a Google search. I’ve included the video link for the [...]
N'wide driver McClure, family survive tornado
Nationwide Series driver Eric McClure survived the "most helpless and scary" moment of his life Wednesday night when one of the deadly tornados that have wreacked havoc on the South ripped through his home in Abbington, Va.
Monday, May 16, 2011
NHRA NEWS: FORCE HOLDS ONTO NO. 1 IN ATLANTA, TIES ALL-TIME RECORD
John Force had to wait through multiple rain delays at Atlanta Dragway but at the end of Saturday?s qualifying session he held onto the No. 1 qualifying position and added one more record to the ever growing list of career achievements. Force tied Pro Stock legend Warren Johnson with 138 career No.1 qualifiers. The Summit [...]
NHRA NEWS: New hope, new sponsor lifts Troxel?s Funny Car team
Melanie Troxel?s first race day of the season was briefer than ideal, but after a slow start to the season just being a part of the elimination rounds at the 31st annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals was a major step in the right direction. “We made real improvement qualifying the Funny Car this [...]
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...
NHRA NEWS: PRO MOD RACING SERIES HEADS TO ATLANTA
ROGER BURGESS EYES FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON AS GET SCREENED AMERICA PRO MOD DRAG RACING SERIES HEADS TO ATLANTA How to win a Wally. That?s a question that many drag racers that have competed in the NHRA have asked themselves plenty of times. Get Screened America Pro Mod Drag Racing Series driver and team [...]
A Virtual Return to Vaca Valley
YES! Rudy Dingemans wrote in to point us to his build of a raceable version of the Vaca Valley raceway; ready for you to download and run in the rFactor and GTR2 racing simulators. The track itself may continue to crumble in the lowlands outside of Vacaville, but we can climb back into our digital [...]
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
Sunday, May 15, 2011
KPAX does ATVs
A local CBS news affiliate in Missoula, Montana, is covering ATVs this week in its on-air features and also running them on its Website. I went to the site after a I found a story titled “ATV safety course helps riders of all skill levels”with a Google search. I’ve included the video link for the [...]
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...
KPAX does ATVs
A local CBS news affiliate in Missoula, Montana, is covering ATVs this week in its on-air features and also running them on its Website. I went to the site after a I found a story titled “ATV safety course helps riders of all skill levels”with a Google search. I’ve included the video link for the [...]
John Force leads Funny Car qualifying
COMMERCE, Ga. (AP) ? John Force topped Funny Car qualifying Friday in the NHRA Southern Nationals with a 4.072-second pass at a top speed of 310.98 mph in his Ford Mustang.
If Force takes the No. Read more on NewsOK.com
If Force takes the No. Read more on NewsOK.com
Training in the Heat of the Race in Malaysia
The race in Malaysia is one of the most grueling on the F1 calendar in terms of heat and humidity. The drivers work out to prepare for it.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Penske's technical director leaving to attend MIT
The technical director of Penske Racing's NASCAR program is leaving the team at the end of the month to attend the Sloan School of Management at MIT.
NHRA NEWS: PRO MOD RACING SERIES HEADS TO ATLANTA
ROGER BURGESS EYES FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON AS GET SCREENED AMERICA PRO MOD DRAG RACING SERIES HEADS TO ATLANTA How to win a Wally. That?s a question that many drag racers that have competed in the NHRA have asked themselves plenty of times. Get Screened America Pro Mod Drag Racing Series driver and team [...]
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
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.
Book Review: The Indianapolis 500: A Century of Excitement
I grew up watching Indy racing. It was a family tradition to watch the Indianapolis 500.
So when the opportunity came to review this book I jumped at the chance.
“The Indianapolis 500: A Century of Excitement”, by Ralph Kramer is a lovely coffee table book. Kramer does an excellent job of telling the history of the Indianapolis [...]
So when the opportunity came to review this book I jumped at the chance.
“The Indianapolis 500: A Century of Excitement”, by Ralph Kramer is a lovely coffee table book. Kramer does an excellent job of telling the history of the Indianapolis [...]
Friday, May 13, 2011
NASCAR?s Kwasniewski doesn?t drive like a kid
NASCAR?s Kwasniewski doesn?t drive like a kid
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Tooele ? At an age when most teenagers are worried about securing a driver license, Dylan Kwasniewski makes his second career start in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West series Saturday at Miller Motorsports Park.
Two weeks ago in his NASCAR debut at Roseville, Calif., Kwasniewski qualified fifth, raced as forwardly as third and eventually finished fourth.
A big deal?
Kwasniewski doesn?t turn 16 until May 31.
Racing out of Las Vegas in the No. 03 car for Gene Price Motorsports and Rockstar, Kwasniew...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Tooele ? At an age when most teenagers are worried about securing a driver license, Dylan Kwasniewski makes his second career start in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West series Saturday at Miller Motorsports Park.
Two weeks ago in his NASCAR debut at Roseville, Calif., Kwasniewski qualified fifth, raced as forwardly as third and eventually finished fourth.
A big deal?
Kwasniewski doesn?t turn 16 until May 31.
Racing out of Las Vegas in the No. 03 car for Gene Price Motorsports and Rockstar, Kwasniew...
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ATV Motocross: Joel Hetrick has arrived
I’ve watched ATV pro Joel Hetrick grow up both on and off the race track over the last decade or so. The young man has matured a lot since his younger days, when the rail-thin kid looked like a living version of Howdy Doody (no offense, Joel!) only with longer hair. He’s always been a [...]
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 [...]
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Detroit News Soap Box Derby
Amazing shots from various runnings of the Detroit News Soap Box Derby throughout the 1940s. More at Rivet Head. You can read this post in its original form on The Chicane.
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.
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 [...]
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Smith, Furniture Row win from out West
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) ? Regan Smith says his Southern 500 victory last week proves more than his skill as a Sprint Cup driver.Read more on NewsOK.com
NHRA NEWS: SPENCER MASSEY HOPES ATLANTA LUCK CONTINUES
SPENCER MASSEY HOPES ATLANTA LUCK CONTINUES HEADING INTO WEEKEND?S SOUTHERN NATIONALS Spencer Massey, who has reached the finals in his three previous races here, hopes to continue his mastery of Atlanta Dragway this weekend as he drives the Valvoline NextGen/FRAM Top Fuel dragster in the 31st annual NHRA Southern Nationals. The 28-year-old Fort Worth native [...]
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
Danica "more comfortable'' second time around at Daytona
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. _ Although she says she feels much more comfortable in a stock car, Danica Patrick was quick to remind the media today at Daytona International Speedway that Saturday's Nationwide Series opener marked...
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
WORCS Round 4 Recap and Video
Cahuilla Creek MX Park played host to Round 4 of the World Offroad Championship Series this past weekend in Anza, California.� Josh Frederick would claim his first win of the season and inch closer to his Can-Am/Motoworks teammate Jeremie Warnia in the overall series points chase. Low temps and light rain made for perfect racing [...]
Rantin? ?bout the Fan Vote for the Sprint All-Star Race
I’m up on my soap box once again… this time about the Sprint All Star Race fan vote.
There are a couple of ways you can vote.
1) With your Sprint phone which counts as 2 votes.
2) Online at NASCAR.com.
I do not use Sprint as my cell phone service because it doesn?t work well in my area. That [...]
There are a couple of ways you can vote.
1) With your Sprint phone which counts as 2 votes.
2) Online at NASCAR.com.
I do not use Sprint as my cell phone service because it doesn?t work well in my area. That [...]
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...
Monday, May 9, 2011
Matt Kenseth wins NASCAR race at Texas
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comFORT WORTH, Texas ? At 39 years old, Matt Kenseth wasn't sure he'd be fortunate enough to win another Sprint Cup race.But on Saturday night at Texas Motor Speedway ? following 76 races without a win ? Kenseth ended up in the winner's circle for the Samsung Mobile 500.?As you start to get a little older, and you're not happy with the results, and it's been two years since you've won, you can't help but start thinking, OK, is this the way it's gonna go?Read more on NewsOK.com
Kyle Petty's charity ride starts in Lake Placid
SKANEATELES, N.Y. (AP) ? It's almost 11 years to the day since Adam Petty was killed during practice for a NASCAR race at New Hampshire International Speedway, and his dad never escapes a special feeling of sadness when May and Mother's Day roll around.
"What goes through my mind at this time of year more than anything else is my personal loss," Kyle Petty said as he prepared for the start of his 17th annual charity motorcycle ride.Read more on NewsOK.com
"What goes through my mind at this time of year more than anything else is my personal loss," Kyle Petty said as he prepared for the start of his 17th annual charity motorcycle ride.Read more on NewsOK.com
N'wide driver McClure, family survive tornado
Nationwide Series driver Eric McClure survived the "most helpless and scary" moment of his life Wednesday night when one of the deadly tornados that have wreacked havoc on the South ripped through his home in Abbington, Va.
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
Sunday, May 8, 2011
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 [...]
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.
Australia Paddock Notes
Less action in the streets of Melbourne, but glamour as usual in the paddock of the Australian Grand Prix.
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
GM Big Wig Moves to Ligenfelter Performance
Long time General Motors big shot moves into the aftermarket realm. Mike Copland has left GM to become Operations Manager with Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE). LPE is famous for making GM power. With their supercharger kits for Camaros, Cadillac’s and Corvettes, they have been doing performance for over 35 years now. Copland has had his [...]
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.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
ATV Editor Turned Poster Model
Although I’ve been in the off-road industry since 1998, I often forget just how many times my photo (whether riding an ATV or testing a product or doing a marketing piece for a magazine, etc.) has been taken. We used to take hundreds of images – prior to the use of digital cameras� – only� [...]
No More Cars in Europe by 2050? Maybe
The European Commission is working on a law that would banish gasoline and diesel powered cars out of major cities by 2050. The European Union is behind the movement, which also included regulation on short airline trips to encourage more train use. The movement is planned to cut movement of cars in half over the [...]
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 [...]
Scandal-Scarred Formula One Men Return
Two engineers involved in past scandals are working in the sport again.
A Glimpse of the Le Mans 24-Hour Race
Fast cars and go-karts at the test day for the Le Mans 24-hour race.
Friday, May 6, 2011
NASCAR?s Kwasniewski doesn?t drive like a kid
NASCAR?s Kwasniewski doesn?t drive like a kid
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Tooele ? At an age when most teenagers are worried about securing a driver license, Dylan Kwasniewski makes his second career start in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West series Saturday at Miller Motorsports Park.
Two weeks ago in his NASCAR debut at Roseville, Calif., Kwasniewski qualified fifth, raced as forwardly as third and eventually finished fourth.
A big deal?
Kwasniewski doesn?t turn 16 until May 31.
Racing out of Las Vegas in the No. 03 car for Gene Price Motorsports and Rockstar, Kwasniew...
Copyright 2011 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Tooele ? At an age when most teenagers are worried about securing a driver license, Dylan Kwasniewski makes his second career start in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West series Saturday at Miller Motorsports Park.
Two weeks ago in his NASCAR debut at Roseville, Calif., Kwasniewski qualified fifth, raced as forwardly as third and eventually finished fourth.
A big deal?
Kwasniewski doesn?t turn 16 until May 31.
Racing out of Las Vegas in the No. 03 car for Gene Price Motorsports and Rockstar, Kwasniew...
Copyright 2011 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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...
Australia Paddock Notes
Less action in the streets of Melbourne, but glamour as usual in the paddock of the Australian Grand Prix.
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 [...]
Brill Motor Speedway brings back racing to Friday nights
BY SCOTT MUNN, Assistant Sports Editor, smunn@opubco.comMark Brill is taking a chance, a risk that might be similar to making a daring move on the lead car through the final turn.The owner of Brill Motor Speedway in Meeker has switched the weekly Saturday night program to Fridays.Read more on NewsOK.com
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...
Thursday, May 5, 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 [...]
Matt Kenseth wins NASCAR race at Texas
By Scott Wright, Staff Writer, swright@opubco.comFORT WORTH, Texas ? At 39 years old, Matt Kenseth wasn't sure he'd be fortunate enough to win another Sprint Cup race.But on Saturday night at Texas Motor Speedway ? following 76 races without a win ? Kenseth ended up in the winner's circle for the Samsung Mobile 500.?As you start to get a little older, and you're not happy with the results, and it's been two years since you've won, you can't help but start thinking, OK, is this the way it's gonna go?Read more on NewsOK.com
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...
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
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 [...]
Track Trash: Richmandoo
Headline: “Latino blows his cool…..again.”
Headline: “LeFarte almost pulls a bunny out of the hat.”
Bayne: Very curious about what?s going on with this kid. One insect bite and he?s in the hospital (now for the second time). But better safe than sorry. He tweets that it?s [...]
Headline: “LeFarte almost pulls a bunny out of the hat.”
Bayne: Very curious about what?s going on with this kid. One insect bite and he?s in the hospital (now for the second time). But better safe than sorry. He tweets that it?s [...]
Montoya nabs top spot in Sprint Cup
Montoya nabs top spot in Sprint Cup
By Hank Kurz Jr.
The Associated Press
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Richmond, Va. ? Juan Pablo Montoya and his team needed some time to get up to full speed Friday. When they did, they ended up winning the pole for the NASCAR Sprint Cup race Saturday night.
?It?s exciting. We unloaded this morning and it was a bit of a headache getting the car to run at the beginning. It was dragging a lot and when we finally got it rolling, we felt like we had a pretty decent race car,? Montoya said after turning a fast lap at 128.639 mph.
Montoya earned his second No. 1 start...
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By Hank Kurz Jr.
The Associated Press
Published Apr 30, 2011 09:40AM MDT
Richmond, Va. ? Juan Pablo Montoya and his team needed some time to get up to full speed Friday. When they did, they ended up winning the pole for the NASCAR Sprint Cup race Saturday night.
?It?s exciting. We unloaded this morning and it was a bit of a headache getting the car to run at the beginning. It was dragging a lot and when we finally got it rolling, we felt like we had a pretty decent race car,? Montoya said after turning a fast lap at 128.639 mph.
Montoya earned his second No. 1 start...
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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
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 [...]
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 [...]
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Truex gets new pit crew after Richmond miscue
Martin Truex Jr. fired his pit crew after a botched final stop at Richmond, and Michael Waltrip Racing responded Tuesday with four personnel changes for the driver.
Brill Motor Speedway brings back racing to Friday nights
BY SCOTT MUNN, Assistant Sports Editor, smunn@opubco.comMark Brill is taking a chance, a risk that might be similar to making a daring move on the lead car through the final turn.The owner of Brill Motor Speedway in Meeker has switched the weekly Saturday night program to Fridays.Read more on NewsOK.com
DWT?s ?TAG-A-TIRE? Contest
INTERESTED IN WINNING A TIRE SPONSORSHIP FOR THE 2012 RACE SEASON? Put your creativity to use by naming an awesome new race tire from the greatest name in ATV racing and get a chance to win a tire sponsorship if DWT chooses that name! DWT is offering a chance for up to 5 lucky contestants [...]
Australia Paddock Notes
Less action in the streets of Melbourne, but glamour as usual in the paddock of the Australian Grand Prix.
Monday, May 2, 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 [...]
Jimmie Johnson apologizes after calling out NASCAR
Five-time defending Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson apologized on Tuesday for ripping NASCAR for what he believed to be a bogus speeding penalty on pit road Sunday at Martinsville Speedway.
Bayne, 20, becomes youngest to win Daytona 500
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Trevor Bayne, who celebrated his 20th birthday the day before, became the youngest winner of the Daytona 500 today when he held off a hard-charging Carl Edwards to win the 53d annual Great American Race in...
Franchitti: Season-opening victory brings historic perspective
IndyCar driver Dario Franchitti shares his thoughts on his season-opening win.
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, [...]
Sunday, May 1, 2011
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...
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...
Denny Hamlin finally wins own charity race on final lap
After a thunderstorm kept the crowd down for Denny Hamlin's charity race, the host put a move on Kyle Busch on the final lap and finally won his own event.
Fuelish decision pays off for Busch
Fuelish decision pays off for Busch
The Associated Press
Published Apr 30, 2011 10:12PM MDT
Richmond, Va. ? Kyle Busch denied teammate Denny Hamlin a weekend sweep at his home track Saturday night by stretching his final tank of gas 107 laps to win at Richmond International Raceway.
Busch won the spring race at Richmond for the third consecutive year, needing only to make it to the checkered flag before his gas tank ran dry. Lurking behind him was Hamlin, ready to pounce for a victory that might have snapped his early-season slump.
Hamlin had already won his charity race, held Thursday...
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The Associated Press
Published Apr 30, 2011 10:12PM MDT
Richmond, Va. ? Kyle Busch denied teammate Denny Hamlin a weekend sweep at his home track Saturday night by stretching his final tank of gas 107 laps to win at Richmond International Raceway.
Busch won the spring race at Richmond for the third consecutive year, needing only to make it to the checkered flag before his gas tank ran dry. Lurking behind him was Hamlin, ready to pounce for a victory that might have snapped his early-season slump.
Hamlin had already won his charity race, held Thursday...
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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 [...]
Villopoto wins Supercross at Rice-Eccles
Villopoto wins Supercross at Rice-Eccles
By Kyle Goon
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 11:18PM MDT
In the middle of the supercross race, Ryan Villopoto was back in second, his sights set on first-place rider James Stewart. Through eight laps, Stewart had hardly given up any ground with his healthy lead.
Then the unexpected: Stewart, a two-time tour champ himself, slid out and crashed on the side.
Villopoto, the 22-year-old from Seattle, took advantage of the opening, surging ahead. He managed to hold off a late-burning Chad Reed for victory Saturday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium and extend his...
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By Kyle Goon
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Apr 30, 2011 11:18PM MDT
In the middle of the supercross race, Ryan Villopoto was back in second, his sights set on first-place rider James Stewart. Through eight laps, Stewart had hardly given up any ground with his healthy lead.
Then the unexpected: Stewart, a two-time tour champ himself, slid out and crashed on the side.
Villopoto, the 22-year-old from Seattle, took advantage of the opening, surging ahead. He managed to hold off a late-burning Chad Reed for victory Saturday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium and extend his...
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