Voices From the Heartland: It’s Decision Time for NASCAR – Sport or Show?
What I don’t get is this; why does NASCAR feel the need to manufacture excitement in its races? But do they really do that?
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MPM2Nite: Daytona An Unforgettable Day With My Father
The 1973 Daytona 500 is the most memorable running of the February classic in my book, because it was the first NASCAR event I attended. My dad took me.
Dialing It In: Reed Sorenson’s 2nd Chance Latest Twist in Red Bull Shakeup
After four lackluster outings culminating in spinning out his teammate at Michigan, Reed Sorenson has replaced Casey Mears as the relief driver of the No. 83.
Frontstretch Fantasy Insider: Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon Kings of the Road
While everyone knows that Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart rule the road, there are a few others that are out there to guarantee your roster a cheap boost.
Voice of Vito: Ford to Campaign Mustang in 2011 Sprint Cup Series NASCAR Change to Believe In
Ford’s use of the Mustang will first be tested in the Nationwide Series – an outfit that itself has suffered a bit of an identity crisis in recent years.
Voice of Vito: Ford’s New Engine Not the Cure All for Sprint Cup Performance Ills
With Detroit as the backdrop, Ford brought the newest weapon in the Blue Oval arsenal to bear amongst all of their teams – the new FR9 engine.
Beyond the Cockpit: Kevin Conway, the Last Rookie Standing
With Kevin Conway’s sponsor electing to skip the Nationwide Series and tackle the Cup ranks, getting up to speed during his rookie season has proven difficult.
Did You Notice? How Michigan Saved Itself, Ringers Unemployed & Fixing Mark
Did You Notice? Michigan’s attendance for the June race increased by 5,000 between 2009 and 2010? It’s an interesting twist during a year of continued declines.
Mirror Driving: Jacques Debris, Can Ford Bounce Back? & Peaking Too Soon
Will the new engine be enough to turn things around in the Ford camp long-term, or is something else going on?
Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2010 Heluva Good! 400 at Michigan
The Irish Hills of Michigan were not the scene of a fuel-mileage strategy play this weekend; instead, drama fizzled in the face of domination by Denny Hamlin.