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...
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Vettel Walks Over Everyone Again to Win in Valencia
Sebastian Vettel won his sixth out of eight races this year in dominating manner at the European Grand Prix in Valencia.
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 [...]
Indy Lights suspends team, owner
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) ? IndyCar has suspended Indy Lights team O2 Racing Technology and the individual membership of team owner Mark Olson through the end of 2012.
According to a news release from IndyCar, Olson was suspended for attempting to impede the conduct of the event by encouraging others to breach contracts with IndyCar and withdraw from the David Hobbs 100, the Indy Lights race in Milwaukee earlier this month.Read more on NewsOK.com
According to a news release from IndyCar, Olson was suspended for attempting to impede the conduct of the event by encouraging others to breach contracts with IndyCar and withdraw from the David Hobbs 100, the Indy Lights race in Milwaukee earlier this month.Read more on NewsOK.com
Franchitti still coming to grips with tying Mears
NEWTON, Iowa (AP) ? Dario Franchitti's two-year run as the IndyCar champion has put him in some elite historic company.
Franchitti tied open-wheel legend Rick Mears with 29 career wins when he took the checkered flag at Milwaukee last week.Read more on NewsOK.com
Franchitti tied open-wheel legend Rick Mears with 29 career wins when he took the checkered flag at Milwaukee last week.Read more on NewsOK.com
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...
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Franchitti: Strategy half the battle at Indy
Guest blogger Dario Franchitti explains the behind-the-scenes aspects of preparing for the Indy 500.
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...
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 [...]
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
Road Race
With the 2011 Isle of Man TT in the books, I was reminded as I watched Guy Martin and John McGuinness streak along the (mostly) straight between Guthrie Memorial and East Snaefel Gate that this is how all races used to be. The country lanes that surround the Isle of Man are simple little 2-lane [...]
Oklahoma scene: Plenty of local auto racing this weekend
FROM STAFF REPORTSThe Mid-America Racing Series will have a points race for its modified dirt cars at 8 p.m. Friday at Brill's Motor Speedway in Meeker.Read more on NewsOK.com
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Franchitti: Milwaukee race may be preview of New Hampshire event
Guest blogger Dari Franchitti reflects on his victory at Milwaukee over the weekend.
This Business of F1 After Valencia
News from the business of Formula One to the track action, it was a busy time over the weekend in Valencia at the European Grand Prix.
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
Looking in the Rear View Mirror: Michigan
The weather was actually nice for practices and the ARCA race n Friday.
The JGR cars all had to change their oil pans before practice began as NASCAR confiscated the ones they started with.
NASCAR says they were unapproved and heavier than they should be.
Fines will likely be coming this week for the Gibbs teams.
On top of that [...]
The JGR cars all had to change their oil pans before practice began as NASCAR confiscated the ones they started with.
NASCAR says they were unapproved and heavier than they should be.
Fines will likely be coming this week for the Gibbs teams.
On top of that [...]
2009 Dodge Ram wins Ward?s ?Interior of the Year? award
Auburn Hills, Mich., April, 2009�� — The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram earned a place on Ward?s distinguished list of winners, taking home the ?2009 Interior of the Year? award in the popular-priced truck category. The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram has won 15 awards since its introduction.?From the big, chunky knobs on the dashboard to the [...]
Monday, June 27, 2011
Ever wonder whats rattling around in David Freiburgers head?
Bonus Interviews for the show week of June 26th – Hot Rod Magazine Live welcomes David Freiburger for a insight into his world, the upcoming 2011 Drag Week, 5-Questions with David and a challenge to supercar owners worldwide. Here are both the FEEDBURNER links and the iTUNES link. A great chance to not be under [...]
Rating Sebastian Vettel
Autosport magazine analyzes Sebastian Vettel and tries to figure out where he would stand among the great drivers if he stopped today.
Edwards to skip N'wide race at Road America
Carl Edwards will skip the Nationwide Series race at Road America to focus on the Sprint Cup event at Infineon Raceway.
Oklahoma scene: Enid Speedway goes out of business
FROM STAFF REPORTSAnother dirt car race track has gone out of business. The Enid News & Eagle reported Wednesday that a promoter has canceled the remainder of scheduled races this season at Enid Speedway.Ed Beckley, a longtime promoter who operates dirt car tracks in Dodge City, Kan., and Liberal, Kan., said small car counts and lagging attendance forced him to pull out of a deal he had with the Garfield County Fair Board.Read more on NewsOK.com
Ever wonder whats rattling around in David Freiburgers head?
Bonus Interviews for the show week of June 26th – Hot Rod Magazine Live welcomes David Freiburger for a insight into his world, the upcoming 2011 Drag Week, 5-Questions with David and a challenge to supercar owners worldwide. Here are both the FEEDBURNER links and the iTUNES link. A great chance to not be under [...]
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...
Sunday, June 26, 2011
TV Times: Hamlin Ditches Monkey, Junior Snake-bit (again)
It was a very busy motor head weekend with a few surprises like Denny Hamlin finally getting the “monkey off his back” and winning a Cup race.
You could see for the past�few months�that he was “on a mission”. He’s certainly capable of� being a “closer” as was proved on Sunday at MIS.� ” [...]
You could see for the past�few months�that he was “on a mission”. He’s certainly capable of� being a “closer” as was proved on Sunday at MIS.� ” [...]
An Editor?s Most Wanted List
Here at ATV Magazine, we spend a lot of time helping consumers decide which machines to spend their hard-earned money on. With so many excellent, diverse off-road products out there, consumers have a hard decision to make when they walk into their local dealership. I can understand the difficulty. As somebody who’s always asked “what’s [...]
Saturday, June 25, 2011
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 [...]
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...
Riding shotgun at The Glen: WOW!!!
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) ? Ricky Taylor started laughing when he tried to describe what I was about to experience.
"It's nothing like a road car," Taylor, a rising star in the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series, said as he visualized a lap around Watkins Glen International in a Daytona Prototype.Read more on NewsOK.com
"It's nothing like a road car," Taylor, a rising star in the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series, said as he visualized a lap around Watkins Glen International in a Daytona Prototype.Read more on NewsOK.com
NASCAR raises road track caution-car speeds
NASCAR increased the caution car speed by 5 mph Friday at all four sanctioned road course tracks.
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...
Friday, June 24, 2011
New track awaits racers at Miller Motorsports Park
New track awaits racers at Miller Motorsports Park
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 23, 2011 09:00PM MDT
Tooele ? Miller Motorsports Park dropped two of its highest-profile events from this year?s schedule ? the American Le Mans Series and the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car series.
In their absence, however, MMP officials made a strong and deep-pocketed commitment to the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, which returns for the second consecutive season this weekend.
The series debuted in 2010 on a temporary course at Miller Motorsports Park.
This year, the racers will compete on a new, permanent, high-sp...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 23, 2011 09:00PM MDT
Tooele ? Miller Motorsports Park dropped two of its highest-profile events from this year?s schedule ? the American Le Mans Series and the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car series.
In their absence, however, MMP officials made a strong and deep-pocketed commitment to the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, which returns for the second consecutive season this weekend.
The series debuted in 2010 on a temporary course at Miller Motorsports Park.
This year, the racers will compete on a new, permanent, high-sp...
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UTV Rally in Moab, Utah
Moab Utah is an offroaders paradise!� The rock faces, endless miles of trails and rugged beauty is like something out of a story book. DWT (Douglas Wheel) and Discount Tire partnered as the presenting sponsors for the 2011 Rally on the Rocks held in Moab, Utah.� The rally is a fully sanctioned week long event [...]
NASCAR fines JGR crew chiefs $50,000 each
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) ? NASCAR fined Joe Gibbs Racing's three crew chiefs $50,000 each Tuesday for bringing unapproved oil pans to Michigan last week.
Mike Ford, Dave Rogers and Greg Zipadelli also were placed on probation through the end of the year, as was JGR competition director Jimmy Makar and car chiefs Chris Gillin (No.Read more on NewsOK.com
Mike Ford, Dave Rogers and Greg Zipadelli also were placed on probation through the end of the year, as was JGR competition director Jimmy Makar and car chiefs Chris Gillin (No.Read more on NewsOK.com
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, [...]
Probation period ends for Kyle Busch, Harvick
Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick's probation is over, but the drivers don't appear ready to shake hands and make up.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Movie First Look: Senna
By Rob Kinnan I recently was invited to a screening of Senna, a documentary on the life of Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna, widely considered as one of the greatest race car drivers in history, if not the greatest. Some HOT ROD readers may not care about F1 racing, and some probably don?t even know [...]
NASCAR fines JGR crew chiefs $50,000 each
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) ? NASCAR fined Joe Gibbs Racing's three crew chiefs $50,000 each Tuesday for bringing unapproved oil pans to Michigan last week.
Mike Ford, Dave Rogers and Greg Zipadelli also were placed on probation through the end of the year, as was JGR competition director Jimmy Makar and car chiefs Chris Gillin (No.Read more on NewsOK.com
Mike Ford, Dave Rogers and Greg Zipadelli also were placed on probation through the end of the year, as was JGR competition director Jimmy Makar and car chiefs Chris Gillin (No.Read more on NewsOK.com
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 [...]
Nitro Jam ? Legendary Pulde returns to races
Nitro Jam ? Legendary Pulde returns to races
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 19, 2011 01:40PM MDT
West Valley City ? Legendary drag racer Dale Pulde returned to the track this weekend for the first time in eight months.
After nearly losing his battle with a rare lung disease known as Valley Fever, Pulde watched his car and crew compete in the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceways.
?I haven?t done much of anything because the energy level isn?t there yet,? said Pulde. ?But watching the car run and being with the guys has been very therapeutic. ... I couldn?t be happier.?
On Friday ni...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 19, 2011 01:40PM MDT
West Valley City ? Legendary drag racer Dale Pulde returned to the track this weekend for the first time in eight months.
After nearly losing his battle with a rare lung disease known as Valley Fever, Pulde watched his car and crew compete in the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceways.
?I haven?t done much of anything because the energy level isn?t there yet,? said Pulde. ?But watching the car run and being with the guys has been very therapeutic. ... I couldn?t be happier.?
On Friday ni...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
2009 Dodge Ram wins Ward?s ?Interior of the Year? award
Auburn Hills, Mich., April, 2009�� — The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram earned a place on Ward?s distinguished list of winners, taking home the ?2009 Interior of the Year? award in the popular-priced truck category. The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram has won 15 awards since its introduction.?From the big, chunky knobs on the dashboard to the [...]
Late charge gives Edwards Michigan N'wide win
Carl Edwards raced to his fourth NASCAR Nationwide victory of the year, passing teammate Ricky Stenhouse Jr. with less than 10 laps remaining Saturday at Michigan International Speedway.
A Renegade 1000? Likely, If You Read The Tea Leaves
I?ve never been much for conspiracy theories, and I don?t consider myself much of a rumor monger, but? (don?t you love the way the word ?but? completely invalidates everything that is said before it!)?I think I know what at least one ATV manufacturer has up its sleeve these days, thanks to an article in today?s [...]
Movie First Look: Senna
By Rob Kinnan I recently was invited to a screening of Senna, a documentary on the life of Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna, widely considered as one of the greatest race car drivers in history, if not the greatest. Some HOT ROD readers may not care about F1 racing, and some probably don?t even know [...]
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
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, [...]
Nitro Jam ? Legendary Pulde returns to races
Nitro Jam ? Legendary Pulde returns to races
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 19, 2011 01:40PM MDT
West Valley City ? Legendary drag racer Dale Pulde returned to the track this weekend for the first time in eight months.
After nearly losing his battle with a rare lung disease known as Valley Fever, Pulde watched his car and crew compete in the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceways.
?I haven?t done much of anything because the energy level isn?t there yet,? said Pulde. ?But watching the car run and being with the guys has been very therapeutic. ... I couldn?t be happier.?
On Friday ni...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 19, 2011 01:40PM MDT
West Valley City ? Legendary drag racer Dale Pulde returned to the track this weekend for the first time in eight months.
After nearly losing his battle with a rare lung disease known as Valley Fever, Pulde watched his car and crew compete in the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceways.
?I haven?t done much of anything because the energy level isn?t there yet,? said Pulde. ?But watching the car run and being with the guys has been very therapeutic. ... I couldn?t be happier.?
On Friday ni...
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Starting Out Small
Whatever your hobby, current task (blogging, for example) or goal in life, everybody’s got to start somewhere ? and that usually means starting out small. Now at the very top of his game, GNCC superstar Chris Borich (currently leading the XC1 class by 28 points) ignited his passion for powersports riding around his parents’ house [...]
Sources: NASCAR may add races at Brickyard
Officials at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and NASCAR are in serious discussions about adding a Grand-Am Rolex Series race and possibly a Nationwide Series race to the 2012 Sprint Cup weekend at the Brickyard, multiple sources confirmed Wednesday.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Lagana scores 2 Top Fuel wins at Nitro Jam
Lagana scores 2 Top Fuel wins at Nitro Jam
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 18, 2011 12:10AM MDT
West Valley City ? Bobby Lagana has been nearly unbeatable in 2011.
His season-to-remember continued Friday night in the thunderous Top Fuel Class at the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceway.
Lagana defeated Bruce Litton in the opening two rounds of Nitro Jam, which continues Saturday at RMR.
In the first round, Lagana scored his fourth Nitro Jam victory in five races and his seventh in nine starts this season.
Coming off a 1-1 split with Litton at San Antonio in April, Lagana and his r...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 18, 2011 12:10AM MDT
West Valley City ? Bobby Lagana has been nearly unbeatable in 2011.
His season-to-remember continued Friday night in the thunderous Top Fuel Class at the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceway.
Lagana defeated Bruce Litton in the opening two rounds of Nitro Jam, which continues Saturday at RMR.
In the first round, Lagana scored his fourth Nitro Jam victory in five races and his seventh in nine starts this season.
Coming off a 1-1 split with Litton at San Antonio in April, Lagana and his r...
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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...
Hornish to return to Cup for 1st time this season
Sam Hornish Jr. will return to the Sprint Cup Series for the first time this season at Pocono Raceway.
Wienen, Natalie Running Away With MX Series
With seven of 11 rounds of the ATV AMA Nationals in the books, it?s looking like a question of which Can-Am racer will be holding the No. 1 plate at the end of the season. ���������� That?s because Illinois-native Chad Weinen and Pennsylvanian John Natalie are dominating the field on their matching DS450 race machines. [...]
Sunday, June 19, 2011
ATVs Picking Up The Pieces
Good day, and welcome to the first of June. After a full, abusive winter here in the Upper Midwest, the beginning of June feels a long time coming. The forecast here in Minneapolis is full sunshine and an ideal 76 degrees. Across the country, it looks like the weather will be similarly calm, which is [...]
In Montreal, Glitz, Glamor and Sponsorship News
Lots of stars attended the Formula One race, and new sponsorship deals have been reported.
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.
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
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Lagana scores 2 Top Fuel wins at Nitro Jam
Lagana scores 2 Top Fuel wins at Nitro Jam
By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 18, 2011 12:10AM MDT
West Valley City ? Bobby Lagana has been nearly unbeatable in 2011.
His season-to-remember continued Friday night in the thunderous Top Fuel Class at the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceway.
Lagana defeated Bruce Litton in the opening two rounds of Nitro Jam, which continues Saturday at RMR.
In the first round, Lagana scored his fourth Nitro Jam victory in five races and his seventh in nine starts this season.
Coming off a 1-1 split with Litton at San Antonio in April, Lagana and his r...
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By Steve Luhm
The Salt Lake Tribune
Published Jun 18, 2011 12:10AM MDT
West Valley City ? Bobby Lagana has been nearly unbeatable in 2011.
His season-to-remember continued Friday night in the thunderous Top Fuel Class at the Salt Lake Nitro Jam at Rocky Mountain Raceway.
Lagana defeated Bruce Litton in the opening two rounds of Nitro Jam, which continues Saturday at RMR.
In the first round, Lagana scored his fourth Nitro Jam victory in five races and his seventh in nine starts this season.
Coming off a 1-1 split with Litton at San Antonio in April, Lagana and his r...
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I want you?to share your Power Tour stories
Recovered from the HRPT yet? Make sure to call into HOT ROD MAGAZINE LIVE this weekend and share your�stories�of the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour. Call 1.800.510.8255 from 1pm-3pm PST 4pm-6pm EST this SATURDAY and share your best memory of this years epic trip from Coco Beach to the Motor City. Best story wins a [...]
Bowyer wins Stewart's charity dirt-track race
Clint Bowyer started on the pole and led wire-to-wire for his first victory in Tony Stewart's dirt-track charity race Wednesday night at Eldora Speedway.
Track Trash: Pokie?s Nose
Per usual, aside from a few interesting items, it all got down to the last 40 laps.
At that point, the “gentlemen’s rules” get thrown out the window like a used water bottle.
Imagine: You are Richard Childress. You are passionate about NA$CAR. You see this arrogant, snot nosed kid splash disrespect on an [...]
At that point, the “gentlemen’s rules” get thrown out the window like a used water bottle.
Imagine: You are Richard Childress. You are passionate about NA$CAR. You see this arrogant, snot nosed kid splash disrespect on an [...]
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 [...]
Friday, June 17, 2011
Reader Photos: Dick Lees at the 1970 Silverstone Int?l Trophy Meet
Let’s take a look at another marvelous group of photos from Dick Lees archives. This time it’s a non-championship Formula 1 race at Silverstone: the Daily Express/GKN 22nd International Trophy Meeting. Lots of great views from the pits here. Watching this year’s Monaco Grand Prix over the weekend, it’s still hard for me to believe [...]
Monson: Utah?s fastest family
Monson: Utah?s fastest family
By Gordon Monson
Tribune Columnist
Published Jun 7, 2011 11:19AM MDT
Over frosty orange juice and cheesy omelets, Bob Perkins looked to his left and saw his son Cody talking about throttle-body mechanisms and superchargers. He looked to his right and heard his wife, Trudy, tell the story about losing Cody at the track when he was a toddler, finding him laying down Z?s, crawled up inside a nearby dragster. He looked further to his right and listened as Grandma Elaine explained how she, at 79, still pulls her weight at races, cleaning engine parts, draining oil, wi...
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By Gordon Monson
Tribune Columnist
Published Jun 7, 2011 11:19AM MDT
Over frosty orange juice and cheesy omelets, Bob Perkins looked to his left and saw his son Cody talking about throttle-body mechanisms and superchargers. He looked to his right and heard his wife, Trudy, tell the story about losing Cody at the track when he was a toddler, finding him laying down Z?s, crawled up inside a nearby dragster. He looked further to his right and listened as Grandma Elaine explained how she, at 79, still pulls her weight at races, cleaning engine parts, draining oil, wi...
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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
NASCAR ? Jeff Gordon savors 5th win at Pocono
NASCAR ? Jeff Gordon savors 5th win at Pocono
By DAN GELSTON
The Associated Press
Published Jun 12, 2011 05:16PM MDT
Long Pond, Pa. ? Jeff Gordon moved into a tie for third on NASCAR?s Sprint Cup career victories list, winning for the 84th time when he took the checkered flag Sunday at Pocono Raceway.
Gordon led most of the final 40 laps and won for the second time this season. His 84 wins tie him with Bobby Allison and Darrell Waltrip for third most in NASCAR history. Richard Petty leads with 200 wins and David Pearson is second with 105.
Gordon won in February at Phoenix International Raceway and has multipl...
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By DAN GELSTON
The Associated Press
Published Jun 12, 2011 05:16PM MDT
Long Pond, Pa. ? Jeff Gordon moved into a tie for third on NASCAR?s Sprint Cup career victories list, winning for the 84th time when he took the checkered flag Sunday at Pocono Raceway.
Gordon led most of the final 40 laps and won for the second time this season. His 84 wins tie him with Bobby Allison and Darrell Waltrip for third most in NASCAR history. Richard Petty leads with 200 wins and David Pearson is second with 105.
Gordon won in February at Phoenix International Raceway and has multipl...
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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.
Waltrip, Yarborough make NASCAR Hall of Fame
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) ? The wait is over for Cale Yarborough and Darrell Waltrip. The championship-winning drivers are headed to the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Yarborough and Waltrip got in on their third try, headlining the third five-member class announced Tuesday.Read more on NewsOK.com
Yarborough and Waltrip got in on their third try, headlining the third five-member class announced Tuesday.Read more on NewsOK.com
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Oriol Servia and Newman/Haas appear 'perfect mix'
Oriol Servia was in a winning race car before he was even born.
His father was a two-time Spanish Rally winner and his mother sometimes navigated, including when she was pregnant with Oriol.
"She was very good, I'm told," Servia said.Read more on NewsOK.com
His father was a two-time Spanish Rally winner and his mother sometimes navigated, including when she was pregnant with Oriol.
"She was very good, I'm told," Servia said.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 [...]
OKC will have Le Mans Series Grand Prix race in 2013
FROM STAFF REPORTSOKC Motorsports has entered an agreement with the American Le Mans Series to bring Grand Prix racing to Oklahoma City in 2013.The race will be staged in the Adventure District in northeast Oklahoma City, an area that�includes Remington Park, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, ASA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium and the zoo.OKC Motorsports president Mike McAuliffe said the race ?will be the biggest thing to hit that area since Remington Park opened? in 1988.The agreement is for a minimum of three years, with proposed dates of May 17-19 in 2013 for the inaugural race.Read more on NewsOK.com
Become A Better Trail-side Photographer
Getting out in nature and riding is one of the most fun, rewarding things you can do with your precious spare time. It’s when we relax, go on an adventure, bond with riding buddies and test the limits of man and machine. These are the moments you should be flexing your photography muscle, rather than [...]
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
Make It Your Own: Customized ATV
My wife and I recently scored a couple of good garage sale finds for our youngest boy – the toddler. Little Sam was quite pleased when I unveiled the latest ride-on machine and didn’t care one bit that it was used and came from some other kid. Nope, instead he pointed to his head (for [...]
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
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...
Track Trash: Pokie?s Nose
Per usual, aside from a few interesting items, it all got down to the last 40 laps.
At that point, the “gentlemen’s rules” get thrown out the window like a used water bottle.
Imagine: You are Richard Childress. You are passionate about NA$CAR. You see this arrogant, snot nosed kid splash disrespect on an [...]
At that point, the “gentlemen’s rules” get thrown out the window like a used water bottle.
Imagine: You are Richard Childress. You are passionate about NA$CAR. You see this arrogant, snot nosed kid splash disrespect on an [...]
Bahrain Race 'Not On,' Ecclestone Says
Less than a week after reinstating the Bahrain Grand Prix, the Formula One teams have rejected the race.
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...
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Gordon rockets to fifth career victory at Pocono
Jeff Gordon led most of the final 40 laps and won for the second time this season, taking the checkered flag at Pocono Raceway for a fifth time Sunday.
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 [...]
HOT ROD on the Bricks
Wednesday of the 2011 HOT ROD Power Tour took place at the fabled Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where participants got the opportunity to make a lap of the track. We also pulled together five Indy pace cars for a photo shoot on the front straight. Check out the October issue of HOT ROD for complete Power [...]
Webber Beats Vettel to Pole in Spain, but Kills Show Too
Mark Webber scored pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, his first pole of the year at his Red Bull team, while Sebastian Vettel finished second.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Oklahoma scene: Plenty of local auto racing this weekend
FROM STAFF REPORTSThe Mid-America Racing Series will have a points race for its modified dirt cars at 8 p.m. Friday at Brill's Motor Speedway in Meeker.Read more on NewsOK.com
Audi wins 24 Hours of Le Mans
LE MANS, France (AP) ? Audi overcame two crashes and held off a charging Peugeot to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans on Sunday.
Andre Lotterer, Marcel Fassler and Benoit Treluyer drove the Audi No.Read more on NewsOK.com
Andre Lotterer, Marcel Fassler and Benoit Treluyer drove the Audi No.Read more on NewsOK.com
Franchitti wins Indy race, losses ground on Power
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) ? Dario Franchitti should have been able to really celebrate winning for the first time in Texas.Read more on NewsOK.com
Auto racing: Indy 500 champ looking for job
Auto racing: Indy 500 champ looking for job
The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 11:50PM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon embarked on his new mission Monday ? finding a job.
Less than 24 hours after J.R. Hildebrand?s crash gave the Englishman an improbable second Indianapolis 500 title, Wheldon was contemplating his racing future. With no ride lined up for IndyCar?s next two stops ? Texas and Milwaukee ? or any other venue this year, his season could be one and done.
His contract with Bryan Herta Autosport expired at midnight Saturday, hours after a stunning victory gave the team a win in...
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The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 11:50PM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon embarked on his new mission Monday ? finding a job.
Less than 24 hours after J.R. Hildebrand?s crash gave the Englishman an improbable second Indianapolis 500 title, Wheldon was contemplating his racing future. With no ride lined up for IndyCar?s next two stops ? Texas and Milwaukee ? or any other venue this year, his season could be one and done.
His contract with Bryan Herta Autosport expired at midnight Saturday, hours after a stunning victory gave the team a win in...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Pedro Leads the Pack
Dan from Karting Archives sent over this marvelous photo of Pedro Rodriguez leading a Mexican kart race. Just look at the spectators! Something tells me that the karting dress code has (unfortunately) relaxed in the years since this amazing shot was captured. Their attire makes this looks very much like a country club event. Who [...]
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...
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, [...]
Hot Rod Power Tour 2011 Day 4: GM Performance Division
Performance Division (GMPD) is the group of engineers and designers responsible for making the sort of cars and trucks that enthusiasts yearn to drive. From special production models to concepts and race cars, GMPD gets to develop the fun stuff that comes out of GM. You might have seen their Suburban that debuted at Power [...]
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 [...]
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Hot Rod Power Tour 2011: Muskegon, MI, to Detroit.
For most of the tour I rode or drove in one of the new vehicles supplied by GM Performance Division. Both the Traverse and the Suburban served as our mobile office along the Tour, where we uploaded blogs, edited videos, and shot photos. Their cushy seats, smooth ride, and air-conditioning made the drive a breeze, [...]
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...
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
The Rusty Trucks of Power Tour
Each year at Power Tour, we staff members notice that there’s a mini trend that makes itself conspicuous. In past years it’s been pro street cars, station wagons, and pro touring cars. This time, we can’t help but notice the gangs of cool old pickups on Power Tour, ranging from full-on rats, to those with [...]
Hot Rod Power Tour 2011 Day 4: GM Performance Division
Performance Division (GMPD) is the group of engineers and designers responsible for making the sort of cars and trucks that enthusiasts yearn to drive. From special production models to concepts and race cars, GMPD gets to develop the fun stuff that comes out of GM. You might have seen their Suburban that debuted at Power [...]
Friday, June 10, 2011
Temptation Passed On
We just stopped to shoot some hot rods in front of an abandoned barn and I peeked in the window and saw this toy truck.� No, I didn’t steal it.
Oklahoma scene: Enid Speedway goes out of business
FROM STAFF REPORTSAnother dirt car race track has gone out of business. The Enid News & Eagle reported Wednesday that a promoter has canceled the remainder of scheduled races this season at Enid Speedway.Ed Beckley, a longtime promoter who operates dirt car tracks in Dodge City, Kan., and Liberal, Kan., said small car counts and lagging attendance forced him to pull out of a deal he had with the Garfield County Fair Board.Read more on NewsOK.com
Off track fights, fines hit NASCAR
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) ? Richard Childress agrees NASCAR was right to fine him and place him on probation for assaulting Kyle Busch. Read more on NewsOK.com
Todt wants F1 to re-examine Bahrain decision
LONDON (AP) ? FIA President Jean Todt has asked Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone to re-examine the decision to restore the Bahrain Grand Prix to the calendar after receiving objections from teams.
In an open letter sent to the Formula One Teams Association on Thursday, Todt says the calendar could be revised again after the Bahrain race was restored for Oct.Read more on NewsOK.com
In an open letter sent to the Formula One Teams Association on Thursday, Todt says the calendar could be revised again after the Bahrain race was restored for Oct.Read more on NewsOK.com
Power Tour Sees Mixed Emotions at Indy
On Wednesday, June 8, the 2011 HOT ROD Power Tour blasted from Nashville, Tennessee, to Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Many folks said that portions of the route were the best so far, and it was amazing to be at the site of the Indy 500 so soon after the historic 100th running of that race. The [...]
2011 Power Tour Day 4 Wrapup, Nashville, Tennessee
It’s Tuesday, June 7, and the HOT ROD staff is just winding down at midnight after a huge day at Power Tour. While the event has been big so far, today was the day it really gathered steam, and the crowd at LP Field in Nashville, Tennessee, seemed to us to be the largest yet. [...]
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Bowyer wins Stewart's charity dirt-track race
Clint Bowyer started on the pole and led wire-to-wire for his first victory in Tony Stewart's dirt-track charity race Wednesday night at Eldora Speedway.
Make It Your Own: Customized ATV
My wife and I recently scored a couple of good garage sale finds for our youngest boy – the toddler. Little Sam was quite pleased when I unveiled the latest ride-on machine and didn’t care one bit that it was used and came from some other kid. Nope, instead he pointed to his head (for [...]
Auto racing: Indy 500 champ looking for job
Auto racing: Indy 500 champ looking for job
The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 11:50PM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon embarked on his new mission Monday ? finding a job.
Less than 24 hours after J.R. Hildebrand?s crash gave the Englishman an improbable second Indianapolis 500 title, Wheldon was contemplating his racing future. With no ride lined up for IndyCar?s next two stops ? Texas and Milwaukee ? or any other venue this year, his season could be one and done.
His contract with Bryan Herta Autosport expired at midnight Saturday, hours after a stunning victory gave the team a win in...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
The Associated Press
Published May 30, 2011 11:50PM MDT
Indianapolis ? Dan Wheldon embarked on his new mission Monday ? finding a job.
Less than 24 hours after J.R. Hildebrand?s crash gave the Englishman an improbable second Indianapolis 500 title, Wheldon was contemplating his racing future. With no ride lined up for IndyCar?s next two stops ? Texas and Milwaukee ? or any other venue this year, his season could be one and done.
His contract with Bryan Herta Autosport expired at midnight Saturday, hours after a stunning victory gave the team a win in...
Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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
Franchitti: Strategy half the battle at Indy
Guest blogger Dario Franchitti explains the behind-the-scenes aspects of preparing for the Indy 500.
Gordon, Daytona take up fight against hunger
Jeff Gordon takes up an important social cause for his new cause-driven sponsor
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
What?s Your Favorite Make Modification?
We have comprosed a few lists of our favorite vehicle modifications listed out by make and posted them up on the AutoAnything.com website. Send us your feedback or simply reply with a comment to the following questions: What is the favorite mod that you have done to your ride? What is the one mod that [...]
Bahrain Race 'Not On,' Ecclestone Says
Less than a week after reinstating the Bahrain Grand Prix, the Formula One teams have rejected the race.
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
Gordon's 'go for broke' strategy comes up short
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) ? Jeff Gordon came into Kansas Speedway promising to "go for broke" in pursuit of a victory, and was in contention until fuel mileage cost him.
Gordon came up three spots short in Sunday's race. Read more on NewsOK.com
Gordon came up three spots short in Sunday's race. Read more on NewsOK.com
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
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...
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
Dillon wins ARCA race
JOLIET, Ill. (AP) ? ARCA points leader Ty Dillon raced to his third victory of the season Saturday night, winning the Messina Wildlife Animal Stopper 150 at the Chicagoland Speedway.
With 15 laps to go, Chad Hackenbracht had a nine-second lead and appeared ready to pull away, but he blew a tire and hit the wall with his car rolling to a stop in the pits with flames shooting from underneath. Read more on NewsOK.com
With 15 laps to go, Chad Hackenbracht had a nine-second lead and appeared ready to pull away, but he blew a tire and hit the wall with his car rolling to a stop in the pits with flames shooting from underneath. Read more on NewsOK.com
Patrick could race both NASCAR and Indy 500
As a professional, Danica Patrick might decide that taking a full-time ride in NASCAR next year is the right way to steer her career.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Don?t Forget To Remember
Memorial Day is big. Cities empty, freeways congest, tourist towns buzz, crowded lakes entertain water aficionados, families make pilgrimages to cemeteries, campers camp and America’s off-road riding areas fill up during one of the busiest weekends of the year. This much-needed holiday to honor our current and former soldiers is also when most of us [...]
Dillon wins ARCA race
JOLIET, Ill. (AP) ? ARCA points leader Ty Dillon raced to his third victory of the season Saturday night, winning the Messina Wildlife Animal Stopper 150 at the Chicagoland Speedway.
With 15 laps to go, Chad Hackenbracht had a nine-second lead and appeared ready to pull away, but he blew a tire and hit the wall with his car rolling to a stop in the pits with flames shooting from underneath. Read more on NewsOK.com
With 15 laps to go, Chad Hackenbracht had a nine-second lead and appeared ready to pull away, but he blew a tire and hit the wall with his car rolling to a stop in the pits with flames shooting from underneath. Read more on NewsOK.com
Bowyer finally rules in Kansas; wins Trucks race
Clint Bowyer finally won a NASCAR race in his home state, dominating throughout Saturday's trucks race to snap Kyle Busch's three-race winning streak.
Kyle Busch: Raikkonen's stint not money issue
Kyle Busch dispelled the notion that a lack of funding played a role in Kimi Raikkonen's brief stint with the NASCAR star's racing team.
Sunday, June 5, 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 [...]
Track Trash: Cans as
Another tear jerker for Jr. Nation. Coulda, woulda, shoulda.
But hey….he’s getting consistent, and just might pull it off one of these days.
Missed it: Sorry I missed the altercation between Dick Childress and NastyBoy Kyle after the Truck race. Sounds like Rich lost his cool, which is not unusual when it comes to [...]
But hey….he’s getting consistent, and just might pull it off one of these days.
Missed it: Sorry I missed the altercation between Dick Childress and NastyBoy Kyle after the Truck race. Sounds like Rich lost his cool, which is not unusual when it comes to [...]
FIA Reinstates Bahrain Grand Prix
The Bahrain Grand Prix will go forth, after the World Council of the International Automobile Federation voted Friday to reinstate it.
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.
MSD Ignition Concept Car goes to Auction Block
MSD built the MSD-V concept car in 2006 to be an assassin. The car’s objective was to construct an American muscle car that would take down the heavy hitters of the automotive world – BMW, Audi, and Mercedes Benz were put on notice. The skunk-works team at MSD immediately knew what car to start with [...]
Saturday, June 4, 2011
McMurray visits tornado-devastated hometown
NASCAR driver Jamie McMurray returned to his boyhood home -- or at least to the spot where it used to stand. Like much of tornado-ravaged Joplin, it didn't look anything like the place where he grew up.
Indy 500 ? Patrick finishes 10th after gamble on fuel
Indy 500 ? Patrick finishes 10th after gamble on fuel
By Pete DiPrimio
The News-Sentinel (Fort Wayne, Ind.)
Published May 29, 2011 09:44PM MDT
Danica Patrick took the shot. Why not? She took the Indy 500 lead with 19 laps remaining, and if fuel was becoming a problem, well, no risk, no glory.
Her team took the risk, and lost the glory. She finished 10th on Sunday, 26 seconds behind winner Dan Wheldon.
?That?s what you have to do at Indy,? she said. ?You take that chance because it?s win or bust here. Every time I come here and someone else wins, I hate it more. It?s about winning. I?d much rather finish a little lower and take the chan...
Copyright 2011 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
By Pete DiPrimio
The News-Sentinel (Fort Wayne, Ind.)
Published May 29, 2011 09:44PM MDT
Danica Patrick took the shot. Why not? She took the Indy 500 lead with 19 laps remaining, and if fuel was becoming a problem, well, no risk, no glory.
Her team took the risk, and lost the glory. She finished 10th on Sunday, 26 seconds behind winner Dan Wheldon.
?That?s what you have to do at Indy,? she said. ?You take that chance because it?s win or bust here. Every time I come here and someone else wins, I hate it more. It?s about winning. I?d much rather finish a little lower and take the chan...
Copyright 2011 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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 [...]
Moment-to-Moment Knowledge
A good driver drives still better with a Smiths Electronic Impulse Tachometer. The racing driver’s control of his car depends on knowledge?not just knowledge of how to drive, but the moment-to-moment knowledge he gets from his instruments. Chief of these is the tachometer. There’s no substitute for the information it gives the driver?information which is [...]
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
Rest in Peace Tom Walkinshaw
At the age of 64, Tom Walkinshaw died Sunday after suffering from cancer. Most people know Walkinshaw as the engineering director for Michael Schumacher during one of his championship seasons with the Benetton Formula One team. He also was known for his victories in 1988 and 1990 with Jaguar in the 24 Hours of Le [...]
Friday, June 3, 2011
Power Tour Countdown: T-Minus 9-Days
…and the�anticipation�to this years Power Tour is growing by the minute. Between the thrash to get cars ready and�preparation�for the tour itself it’s been a crazy few days…Now, people made mention on the Blog, Twitter and�Facebook�that more images are always good….so here you go. I loved this sweet little Chevrolet�deuce�at the 2010 Power Tour… ….you [...]
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, [...]
Franchitti: Strategy half the battle at Indy
Guest blogger Dario Franchitti explains the behind-the-scenes aspects of preparing for the Indy 500.
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 [...]
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, [...]
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Oklahoma scene: Plenty of local auto racing this weekend
FROM STAFF REPORTSThe Mid-America Racing Series will have a points race for its modified dirt cars at 8 p.m. Friday at Brill's Motor Speedway in Meeker.Read more on NewsOK.com
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 [...]
A day in the life of Hot Rod Radio?I stumble across a HEMI powered Dodge Dart
As each week passes I get the opportunity to visit shops from one end of the country to the other. While hanging around my hometown of Portland I visited OC Trans and was lucky enough to spot this sweet little Dart with a real sleeper attitude?but the best part was under the hood. [...]
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Power Tour Countdown: T-Minus 72-Hours
It’s just hours until the ’11 HOT ROD Power Tour kicks off in�Cocoa Beach, FL Port Canaveral. Make sure and stay tuned for the live feeds from David Freiburger, Rob Kinnan, Mike Finnegan and the whole HOT ROD staff as this years Power Tour will have more coverage, images, video and live streaming connection to [...]
Power Tour Countdown
13 DAYS AND COUNTING…and the radio show guy is getting antsy In less than two week I’ll be boarding a plane and heading to Cocoa Beach Florida to embark on the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour and I was thumbing through images from last year and thought I?d share? …one of the great nights on [...]
Hamlin's team wins NASCAR pit crew challenge
Denny Hamlin and his crew finished 39 points shy of ending Jimmie Johnson's dominance last year in NASCAR's Sprint Cup title chase.
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
NASCAR at Texas Motor Speedway schedule
Texas Motor Speedway scheduleThursday1:30 p.m.: Gates 3-5 open for Chevy Fan Day2-4 p.m.: Nationwide Series practice4:10-5:50 p.m.: Sprint Cup Series practice6-7:30 p.m.: Nationwide practice7 p.m.: Texas Motorsports Hall of Fame induction ceremonyFriday9 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, CoxRead more on NewsOK.com
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