The stick and ball sports have their All-Star games but, it is usually more of a social event instead of a hard fought competition. NASCAR's version places the past season's best teams against each other
The stick-and-ball sports have their All-Star games but they are usually more a social event than a hard-fought competition. NASCAR's version places the past season's best teams against each other with the winner leaving with at least a million dollars in their pocket.
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Photo Credit: Jerry Markland / Getty Images for NASCARLocated just a few miles from the Hendrick Motorsport's complex and just down the road from Lowe's headquarters, Charlotte Motorspeedway is the perfect spot for Jimmie Johnson to dominate.
Located just a few miles from the Hendrick Motorsport's complex and just down the road from Lowe's headquarters, Charlotte Motorspeedway is the perfect spot for Jimmie Johnson to dominate.
Richard Petty, Jeff Gordon, and Dale Earnhardt Sr. are but a few of the sports greats who have gone to victory lane in the Southern 500. Matt Kenseth can now add his name to that historic trophy after
Richard Petty, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Sr. are but a few of the sports greats who have gone to victory lane in the Southern 500. Matt Kenseth can now add his name to that historic trophy after a late surge took him to the win Saturday night.
Last week's white knuckle action at Talladega pitted driver against driver. This week it's a battle of another form as they try to defeat a "Track Too Tough to Tame" in Darlington, South Carolina. Darlington
Last week's white-knuckle action at Talladega pitted driver against driver. This week it's a battle of another form as they try to defeat a "Track Too Tough to Tame" in Darlington, SC.
Talladega Speedway has long been known for its exciting racing action. However, the fans at Sunday's Aaron's 499 Cup Series event experienced some additional excitement in another form as a large thunderstorm
Talladega Speedway has long been known for its exciting racing action. However, the fans at Sunday's Aaron's 499 Cup Series event experienced some additional excitement in another form as a large thunderstorm with one-eighth-inch hail that halted the event with 63 laps to go.
Richmond International Raceway has always been known as a place for action but Saturday night's Toyota Owner's 400 had many Cup Series drivers shaking their heads. The first portion of the event belonged
Richmond International Raceway has always been known as a place for action, but Saturday night's Toyota Owner's 400 had many Cup Series drivers shaking their heads.
Growing up, Clint Bowyer cut his teeth driving the short track circuit of the Midwest. Now that he is a big time Sprint Cup driver, he is hoping that his short track experience puts him back in the winner's
Growing up, Clint Bowyer cut his teeth driving the short track circuit of the Midwest. Now that he is a big time Sprint Cup driver, he is hoping that his short track experience puts him back in the winner's circle this week in Richmond.
When Matt Kenseth made the unprecedented move from his long time home at Roush/Fenway Racing to Joe Gibbs Racing, many expected him to remain a championship threat; just not this soon. Capturing his second
When Matt Kenseth made the unprecedented move from his longtime home at Roush/Fenway Racing to Joe Gibbs Racing, many expected him to remain a championship threat; just not this soon.
Richard Petty once told me that bad luck comes in cycles. He said that you just continue to work hard and one day it will turn back around your way. That seems to be the case for the resurgent Kyle Busch
Richard Petty once told me that bad luck comes in cycles. He said that you just continue to work hard and one day it will turn back around your way. That seems to be the case for the resurgent Kyle Busch as he heads to Kansas this weekend.
The two best cars battled it out under the lights at Texas Motorspeedway Saturday night with Martin Truex falling short in the final laps to Kyle Busch for the win. The win completed a weekend sweep for
The two best cars battled it out under the lights at Texas Motorspeedway Saturday night, with Martin Truex falling short in the final laps to Kyle Busch for the win.
Bobby Labonte is one of my favorite drivers to interview. He has such an easy going down home style that you can't help but like the guy. As he returns to his home state of Texas this week, the former
Bobby Labonte is one of my favorite drivers to interview. He has such an easygoing, down home style that you can't help but like about the guy.
Jimmie Johnson dominated the final laps at Martinsville Speedway in route to his 62nd NASCAR Sprint Cup Series win and his eighth at Martinsville Speedway. The victory placed him third all-time in the
Jimmie Johnson dominated the final laps at Martinsville Speedway in route to his 62nd NASCAR Sprint Cup Series win and his eighth at Martinsville Speedway.
Martinsville Speedway has not always been one of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s most successful race tracks. In fact in his first race, he hit everything around him including an ambulance. "Yeah, the ambulance
Martinsville Speedway has not always been one of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s most successful race tracks. In fact in his first race, he hit everything around him including an ambulance.
It's been six weeks since the Camping World Truck Series' drivers have strapped in for competition. For the veterans, the time off is appreciated but for the growing group of "Young Guns", is has been
It's been six weeks since the Camping World Truck Series' drivers have strapped in for competition.
Former Cup Series drivers moving over to the Nationwide Series has been a much debated topic over the last few years. Now with an influx of well known Cup drivers, the competition level has greatly increased
Former Cup Series drivers moving over to the Nationwide Series has been a much debated topic over the last few years. Now with an influx of well-known Cup drivers, the competition level has greatly increased for Nationwide regulars.
Kyle Busch broke a thirty-one race Cup Series winless streak with his victory in the Auto Club 400 on Sunday afternoon and gave Joe Gibbs Racing its first win at the Fontana, California track. However,
Kyle Busch broke a 31-race Cup Series winless streak with his victory in the Auto Club 400 on Sunday afternoon and gave Joe Gibbs Racing its first win at the Fontana, CA, track.
Brad Keselowski is wasting no time silencing the critics' claims that his 2012 Cup Series Championship was a flute. The young driver has quickly moved into the point standing lead after the first four
Brad Keselowski is wasting no time silencing the critics' claims that his 2012 Cup Series Championship was a fluke.
The first short track test for NASCAR's new Gen6 car was a rousing success and for the first time in eleven years, Kasey Kahne succeeded in crossing the Bristol finish line in first place. Since 2002,
The first short track test for NASCAR's new Gen6 car was a rousing success, and for the first time in 11 years, Kasey Kahne succeeded in crossing the Bristol finish line in first place.
Aric Almirola is not a name that you are accustomed to seeing at the top of the Cup Series point standings. However, after a strong 2012 finish that produced two top tens in the last four races, Almirola
Aric Almirola is not a name that you are accustomed to seeing at the top of the Cup Series point standings. However, after a strong 2012 finish that produced two Top 10s in the last four races, Almirola was poised to take things to a new level.
Race car drivers are a competitive bunch and most consider finishing second as being the first looser. In fact, many in the NASCAR garage see each week's contest as a struggle that ends with one winner
Race car drivers are a competitive bunch, and most consider finishing second as being the first loser. In fact, many in the NASCAR garage see each week's contest as a struggle that ends with one winner and 42 losers.
The chances of winning a fortune in Vegas are very slim but a few NASCAR Cup Series drivers are hoping their fortunes change as the teams roll in this weekend. Here are a few to keep an eye on. There
The chances of winning a fortune in Vegas are very slim, but a few NASCAR Cup Series drivers are hoping their fortunes change as the teams roll in this weekend. Here are a few to keep an eye on.
Phoenix International Speedway has always been a special place for Carl Edwards. His victory in Sunday's Subway Fresh Fit 500 reinforced that fact. Edwards victory broke a 70 race winless streak for the
Phoenix International Speedway has always been a special place for Carl Edwards. His victory in Sunday's Subway Fresh Fit 500 reinforced that fact.
To NASCAR fans, the third weekend of May always starts a time of great racing action at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The first event is the most popular of them all, the Nextel All Star Race. The All-Star
To NASCAR fans, the third weekend of May always starts a time of great racing action at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The first event is the most popular of them all, the Nextel All Star Race.
Danica Patrick made history last week by being the first female to earn a Cup Series Pole at Daytona. As historic as that achievement was for the young NASCAR driver, many still questioned how she would
Danica Patrick earned respect with her gritty performance in the Daytona 500.
Danica Patrick became the sixteenth woman to race in NASCAR's premier division when she began her Sprint Cup career last season. Despite the accomplishments of the woman before her, Patrick now has one
Danica Patrick is the sixteenth woman to race in NASCAR's premier division when she began her Sprint Cup career last season, and Sunday, she became the first to win the pole position in a Sprint Cup race.
NASCAR has always enjoyed great relationships over the years. Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Richard Childress, Jeff Gordon and DuPont, and Jack Roush and Ford are but a few. However, the relationship between
Over the years, NASCAR drivers, owners, sponsors and automakers have enjoyed many great relationships. Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Richard Childress, Jeff Gordon and DuPont, and Jack Roush and Ford are but a few. However, the relationship between Herb Thomas and the Hudson Hornet is considered one of the best that NASCAR has ever seen.
Rusty Wallace has been a controversial figure in NASCAR racing since he first stepped into a race car in 1980. Known for his straight talk and aggressive driving abilities, the Hall of Fame inductee recently
Rusty Wallace has been a controversial figure in NASCAR since he first stepped into a race car in 1980. Known for his straight talk and aggressive driving, the Hall of Fame inductee recently sounded off on several topics.
NASCAR is the second largest spectator sport in America and the most popular form of Motorsports in the world. Even with that type of success, the sport's governing body is not satisfied and sat down with
NASCAR is the second largest spectator sport in America and the most popular form of Motorsports in the world.
NASCAR teams are a very competitive group. They spend lots of money trying to gain a few tenths of a second advantage over their competition. However, the new Gen 6 race car has leveled the playing field
NASCAR teams are a very competitive group. They spend lots of money trying to gain a few tenths of a second advantage over their competition. A new car may level the playing field.
After what seemed an eternity, NASCAR Cup Series teams began shaking down the new Gen6 race car this past week in the first of three test sessions to prepare for the 2013 season. In an effort to keep the
After what seemed an eternity, NASCAR Cup Series teams began shaking down the new Gen6 race car this past week in the first of three test sessions to prepare for the 2013 season.
There is never really any downtime for Cup Series teams but, usually the days following the annual sports banquet is a time that slows down a bit. However, with the introduction of the G6 race car for
There is never really any downtime for Cup Series teams but, usually the days following the annual sports banquet is a time that slows down a bit.
With the 2012 season idle, it's a good time to take a look back at what was good and bad of the past season. So, let's start with the bad and look positive. There were a several drivers that didn't live
With the 2012 season idle, it's a good time to take a look back at what was good and bad of the past season. So, let's start with the bad and look positive. There were a several drivers that didn't live
As the last official function for NASCAR drivers came to an end in Vegas last weekend, it is time to take a look back with our new Champion. Brad Keselowski hasn't been on NASCAR's main stage for very
As the last official function for NASCAR drivers came to an end in Vegas last weekend, it is time to take a look back with our new Champion.
With the racing action quiet for the 2012 season, I finally have enough time to reflect on some loose ends. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. captured this second consecutive Nationwide Championship title for team owner
With the racing action quiet for the 2012 season, I finally have enough time to reflect on some loose ends. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. captured this second consecutive Nationwide Championship title for team owner Jack Roush.
Emotions are a big part of any championship game but, Sunday's Ford EcoBoost 400 in Homestead had more than its fair share. As Jeff Gordon crossed the finish line for his first victory at the 1.5 mile
Emotions are a big part of any championship game but, Sunday's Ford EcoBoost 400 in Homestead had more than its fair share. As Jeff Gordon crossed the finish line for his first victory at the 1.5 mile
Many depicted the 2012 Chase for the Nextel Cup as a Heavy Weight Title Match. We are now in round 10 of that battle and two competitors stand ready to come to blows if needed to win the title. As both
Many depicted the 2012 Chase for the Nextel Cup as a Heavy Weight Title Match. We are now in round 10 of that battle and two competitors stand ready to come to blows if needed to win the title.
In this politically correct world, people typically suppress their true feelings in an attempt to not offend anyone. The problem is that once those feelings surface, the result may not be pretty. We saw
In this politically correct world, people typically suppress their true feelings in an attempt to not offend anyone. The problem is that once those feelings surface, the result may not be pretty.
Competing for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship, which is the highest prize in Motorsports, can be a very trying experience. However, Brad Keselowski has shown that he is up for the task even at his young
Competing for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship, which is the highest prize in Motorsports, can be a very trying experience.
Jimmie Johnson and Brad Keselowski gave little racing room to each other in the final laps of Sunday's AAA 500 at Texas Motorspeedway and set the mood for the remaining two races in the Chase. Johnson
Jimmie Johnson and Brad Keselowski gave little racing room to each other in the final laps of Sunday's AAA 500 at Texas Motorspeedway and set the mood for the remaining two races in the Chase.
To say that Michael Waltrip Racing's entrance into the NASCAR Cup Series division has been a roller coaster ride would be an understatement. However, with two teams making it into the Chase in 2012, the
To say that Michael Waltrip Racing's entrance into the NASCAR Cup Series division has been a roller coaster ride would be an understatement.
As a new team moved to the top of the point standings, many contenders witnessed their title hopes fade at Martinsville this past weekend. Jimmie Johnson led the most laps and captured victory in the
As a new team moved to the top of the point standings, many contenders witnessed their title hopes fade at Martinsville this past weekend. Jimmie Johnson led the most laps and captured victory in the
After placing four teams into the Chase for NASCAR's highest prize, Hendrick Motorsports drivers find themselves looking at the challenge from several different viewpoints. The eighty-eight team of Dale
After placing four teams into the Chase for NASCAR's highest prize, Hendrick Motorsports drivers find themselves looking at the challenge from several different viewpoints. The eighty-eight team of Dale
There are always a lot of questions on the table at any NASCAR event and this week's contest at Kansas Speedway was no exception. The first question on everyone's list was the newly paved racing surface.
There are always a lot of questions on the table at any NASCAR event and this week's contest at Kansas Speedway was no exception.
With five races left in the Chase, Kevin Harvick finds himself in tenth position and fifty-six points behind leader Brad Keselowski. The twenty-nine team had high hopes entering this season after two
With five races left in the Chase, Kevin Harvick finds himself in tenth position and fifty-six points behind leader Brad Keselowski.
Everyone knows that slowing down in a NASCAR race is not usually the strategy that wins races. However, that is exactly what Clint Bowyer and his No.15 Michael Waltrip Racing team did to capture their
Everyone knows that slowing down in a NASCAR race is not usually the strategy that wins races. However, that is exactly what Clint Bowyer and his No.15 Michael Waltrip Racing team did to capture their
My dad used to say that when opportunity knocks, make sure you answer. That knock came this week for young Regan Smith as he fills in for the injured Dale Earnhardt Jr. in Charlotte. Earnhardt made the
My dad used to say that when opportunity knocks, make sure you answer. That knock came this week for young Regan Smith as he fills in for the injured Dale Earnhardt Jr. in Charlotte.
Everyone knows that "The Big One" is coming but, no one knows when. That's part of the excitement in the grandstands each time we go to Talladega. This year was no disappointment but, the lack of control
Everyone knows that "The Big One" is coming but, no one knows when. That's part of the excitement in the grandstands each time we go to Talladega.
Several Universities have initiated NASCAR Engineering curriculums in recent years but, one has taken their program to the next level. Clemson University and nine Marketing students have formed a Creative
Several Universities have initiated NASCAR Engineering curriculums in recent years but, one has taken their program to the next level. Clemson University and nine Marketing students have formed a Creative
Some may say that NASCAR is not a team sport but, Brad Keselowski gives all the credit for his win last Sunday in Dover to a total team effort. Capturing his second win in the Chase and fifth in 2012,
After Saturday's win in Dover, Brad Keselowski has a 5-point Chase lead with two races to go, but the No. 2 driver says there's no way he should be considered the favorite. There's too much racing left and a lot could still go wrong.
After spending the majority of the 2012 season in the top five positions on the point's board, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has not had an electrifying start to the Chase. He currently sits 7th with twenty-six points
After spending the majority of the 2012 season in the top five positions on the point's board, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has not had an electrifying start to the Chase. He currently sits seventh with 26points.
Predictions are made in sports all the time but only a few have been delivered as promised. Babe Ruth's called home run, Joe Namath's Super Bowl win, and now Denny Hamlin's promised victory in Sunday's
Brash predictions of victory are the stuff of sports legend. You have Babe Ruth's called home run, Joe Namath's guaranteed Super Bowl win and now, there's Denny Hamlin's promised victory in last Sunday's Sylvania 300 at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Muhammad Ali once said, "If you dream of beating me, you'd better wake up and apologize." That brazen confidence is what made Ali one of the greatest fighters in history. Brad Keselowski seems to posses
Comparing Sunday's first Chase event to a heavyweight title match, Brad Keselowski said he was happy with winning but knew he had a long way to go before he could claim the crown.
It's that time of the year when all NASCAR reporters start to make predictions on the Chase. I didn't want to be left out conversation so I decided to jump into the pool with both feet. The 2012 season
It's that time of the year when all NASCAR reporters start to make predictions on the Chase. I didn't want to be left out conversation so I decided to jump into the pool with both feet.
Everyone likes an exciting finish and this year's wild card battle is sure to please. Denny Hamlin's victory last Sunday night in Atlanta left six drivers competing for the final two Chase positions next
Everyone likes an exciting finish and this year's wild card battle is sure to please. Denny Hamlin's victory last Sunday night in Atlanta left six drivers competing for the final two Chase positions.
As the race for NASCAR's post-season nears an end, Denny Hamlin and his Joe Gibbs Racing team has sent a bold statement to the rest of the field that they are championship ready. "I'm just happy to be
As the race for NASCAR's post-season nears an end, Denny Hamlin and his Joe Gibbs Racing team have sent a bold statement to the rest of the field that they are championship ready.
Bristol has always been known for its ability to test the emotions of race car drivers. After all, it was the place where Dale Earnhardt Sr. bounced a water bottle off Rusty Wallace's' nose. In last Sunday's
Bristol has always been known for its ability to test the emotions of race car drivers. After all, it was the place where Dale Earnhardt Sr. bounced a water bottle off Rusty Wallace's' nose. In last Sunday's
Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed. Wednesday was just one of those days for NASCAR team owner Richard Childress. After announcing that Gil Martin would replace Shane Wilson as Kevin Harvick's
Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed. Wednesday was just one of those days for NASCAR team owner Richard Childress. After announcing that Gil Martin would replace Shane Wilson as Kevin Harvick's
Mark Martin will go down in NASCAR history as one of the most competitive drivers to strap into a race car. At age 53, he continues to defy the laws of aging and run competitively at NASCAR's highest level.
Mark Martin will go down in NASCAR history as one of the most competitive drivers to strap into a race car. At age 53, he continues to defy the laws of aging and run competitively at NASCAR's highest level.
Momentum is a major contribution to the success of a race team. If it is on your side, you seem to be able to overcome many things on the way to success. Without it, nothing seems to go your way. After
Momentum is a major contribution to the success of a race team. If it is on your side, you seem to be able to overcome many things on the way to success. Without it, nothing seems to go your way.
At the conclusion of the 2011 Cup Series Season, Carl Edwards was tied with Tony Stewart for the point Championship. Stewart, of course, won the title based on the number of wins that he had in the Chase.
At the conclusion of the 2011 Cup Series Season, Carl Edwards was tied with Tony Stewart for the point Championship. Stewart, of course, won the title based on the number of wins that he had in the Chase.
To say that Jeff Gordon's year has been frustrating would be a vast understatement. The four time champion has had more mechanical issues and bent sheet metal than any other time in his career. However,
Things finally began to turn around last week for Jeff Gordon. The four-time champion has had more mechanical issues and bent sheet metal than at any other time in his career. However, on a rainy day in the Pocono Mountains, the popular driver's luck changed.
Hendrick Motorsports had a lot to be proud of after Sunday's Curtis Shaver 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Jimmie Johnson walked away with a victory and Dale Earnhardt Jr. took over the Cup Series
Hendrick Motorsports had a lot to be proud of after Sunday's Curtis Shaver 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Jimmie Johnson walked away with a victory and Dale Earnhardt Jr. took over the Cup Series.
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Photo Credits: Glenn Campbell/Victory LaneIt's not often that Augusta, Georgia and NASCAR are mentioned in the same sentence. After all, Augusta is known for a little golf tournament that's held every spring called the Masters. However, for a
NASCAR's roots are fading away each year and a group in Augusta, GA is fighting to preserve some of that history so future generations can see where the sport has come from.
A Troy, AL, firefighter will someday have a great story to tell his grandchildren about the big NASCAR race of 2012. It won't matter who wins, because the story is all in the name.
A Troy, AL, firefighter will someday have a great story to tell his grandchildren about the big NASCAR race of 2012. It won't matter who wins, because the story is all in the name.
Kasey Kahne's victory in last Sunday's Lenox Industrial Tools 301 might have seemed like a yawner to many but; it surely tightened the battle for NASCAR's two wild card spots in the post season Chase.
Kasey Kahne's victory in last Sunday's Lenox Industrial Tools 301 might have seemed like a yawner, but it sure did tighten up the battle for NASCAR's two wild-card spots in the postseason Chase.
Penske Racing was notified by NASCAR four hours prior to the start of the Coke Zero 400 that their driver, AJ Allmendinger, tested positive for an unapproved substance during a random drug test administered
Penske Racing was notified by NASCAR four hours prior to the start of the Coke Zero 400 that their driver, AJ Allmendinger, tested positive for an unapproved substance during a random drug test administered
Racing at Daytona International Speedway can be very unpredictable. Most agree that emotions race just as much as the cars do on any given weekend. Saturday night's Coke Zero 400 was no different as several
Racing at Daytona International Speedway can be very unpredictable. Most agree that emotions race just as much as the cars do on any given weekend. Saturday night's Coke Zero 400 was no different as several
Sparta, KY (RNN) - It's not often that the Cup Series winner gets upstaged by another story but that certainly happened this week in the face of Matt Kenseth's announcement that he was leaving Rousch/Fenway
It's not often that the Cup Series winner gets upstaged by another story but that certainly happened this week when Matt Kenseth's announcement that he was leaving Rousch/Fenway Racing at the end of the season overshadowed Brad Keselowski's win.
In the 1990's Jeff Gordon was called NASCAR's "Golden Boy" as he captured three of his four Cup Series Championships. Now with a series of poor decisions and bad fortune, the NASCAR great finds himself
After a series of poor decisions and bad fortune NASCAR great Jeff Gordon finds himself in jeopardy of missing this year's Chase battle.
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Photo Credit: Jared C. Tilton /Getty Images Michigan International Speedway, June 17, 2012 - When your father was a NASCAR icon and the holder of seven Cup Series championships, the best Father's Day gift a son could give is a race victory. Dale
Michigan International Speedway, June 17, 2012 - When your father was a NASCAR icon and the holder of seven Cup Series championships, the best Father's Day gift a son could give is a race victory. Dale Earnhardt Jr. did just that.
The lady standing next to me in the media center at Atlanta Motorspeedway turned and said "I'm so proud of him" as Joey Logano was introduced as the newest driver for Joe Gibbs Racing. His biggest supporter,
The lady standing next to me in the media center at Atlanta Motorspeedway turned and said "I'm so proud of him" as Joey Logano was introduced as the newest driver for Joe Gibbs Racing. His second-biggest supporter after his mother was fellow racer Mark Martin, who finished second after Logano knocked him out of the way three laps from his victory at Atlanta Motorspeedway.
With three race wins and one All Star victory in the last 4 weeks, Hendrick Motorsports' Teams are all smiles except for one.
With three race wins and one All Star victory in the last four weeks, Hendrick Motorsports' Teams are all smiles except for one.
What to Talk About? There has been a lot of talk lately regarding the quality of the competition on the race track. The lack of cautions, lack of lead changes, and lack of close racing action until the
For the third weekend in a row, team owner Rick Hendrick sat in the media center telling how proud he is of his winning race team. The only difference in his speech is that this week he was talking about Kasey Kahne.
