Holding a Pretty Wheel: Polishing NASCAR’s Bad Penny, It’s Time to Fix the Chase
Like a bad penny, we’re stuck with it. But even a bad penny can be polished, and that what it’s time for NASCAR to do …
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Holding a Pretty Wheel: Whatever NASCAR Does, They Can’t Stop the Dance
It seems so simple. Why, people ask, if I’m so often disenchanted with NASCAR these days, do I still bother to watch? And on the …
Best of Holding a Pretty Wheel: 2 Little Brothers, a Public Mourning & a Kid Named Junior
“Well, the (fill in sponsor/manufacturer/model here) ran great today. My super, amazing crew chief made some great calls and the guys did a great job …
Holding a Pretty Wheel: NASCAR Probation? No Problem! Do What You Want & Don’t Pay Later!
When he failed to show his face in the NASCAR media center following the Subway Fresh Fit 500 at Phoenix this spring, Tony Stewart was placed on probation.
Holding a Pretty Wheel: NASCAR Once Again Consistently Inconsistent
NASCAR handed down some penalties this week. Yeah, that’s nothing new, but this week’s bear a closer look. One, on the surface, seemed consistent in …
Holding a Pretty Wheel: NASCAR Needs Tougher Drug Testing Policies – Before It’s Too Late
When NASCAR driver Aaron Fike appeared in court this week for a plea hearing on drug charges stemming from a July arrest, it was the …
Holding a Pretty Wheel: In NASCAR, It’s Better to Be Marketable Than Good
Remember, not too long ago when NASCAR was a well-mixed blend of veterans and younger guys? Me too. And it occurred to me how much …
Holding a Pretty Wheel: Dale Earnhardt Jr. & Casey Mears Not Just Numbers
What is the big deal over Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s number?
Holding a Pretty Wheel: NASCAR Heading In the Wrong Direction This Weekend
NASCAR is heading in the wrong direction. No (for once) I don’t mean in general, I mean that literally. As the Busch and Nextel Cup …
Holding a Pretty Wheel: 10 Things I Hate About You, NASCAR
There has been a lot of talk this season about NASCAR’s declining ratings, and if fewer TV viewers are a valid indicator, the sport’s declining …