Friday Faceoff: Franchises, Replacements, and John Wes Townley
There has been lots of talk about franchising in NASCAR’s top divisions. Is this the right direction for the sport to look in for the …
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Friday Faceoff: Is Kevin Harvick Toast?
Kevin Harvick finished 42nd at Chicago after a mid-race crash. Can he rebound and make the cut after Dover, or is his repeat bid toast? …
Friday Faceoff: Who Are the Early Chase Favorites?
The race at Richmond International Raceway last weekend was tame by short track standards. What caused the lack of action, and should fans be worried? …
Friday Faceoff: Can NASCAR Sustain Southern 500 Success?
The Bojangles’ Southern 500 was by most counts a success with the new aero package and tires matched to it; ratings were the best for …
Friday Faceoff: Panic Time for Jeff Gordon?
The summer stretch is coming to a close and Jeff Gordon still hasn’t won a race. Is it time for the No. 24 team to …
Friday Faceoff: Was Bristol a Good Race Despite Lack of Wrecks?
The Bristol night race featured lots of racing, but not as much of the beating and banging that some fans expect at short tracks. Is …
Friday Faceoff: Who’s Paying the Bills?
Nature’s Bakery, a sponsor new to the sport, signed on to sponsor Danica Patrick in 28 races next season. Is this reason for optimism about …
Friday Faceoff: Paving, Plates & Payback
After the race at Watkins Glen, a sold-out event, the track began a repaving project that will be complete by the 2016 season. Will the …
Friday Faceoff: Safety in the Pits, Silly Season Dominoes & Truckin’ Trouble
Sunday’s race at Pocono included a nasty crash where Kasey Kahne spun off turn 3 and slid into the pits, hitting the wall so hard …
Friday Faceoff: What’s Up with Hendrick Motorsports?
1. NASCAR ran its second new rules package in three weeks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Does the high-drag package hold promise, or is it time …