Tom Bowles 119 Articles on Frontstretch

Bowles-Eye View: Fuel-Mileage Finishes Adding Fuel to NASCAR Fans’ Fire?

July 31, 2022November 8, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Running out of gas is a part of racing, but never has it played more of a role in NASCAR than within the last 2-3 years.

Did You Notice? NASCAR’s Burning to the Ground & Why the Truck Series Stays Sound

July 31, 2022November 4, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Did You Notice? The out-and-out rebellion going on in every aspect of NASCAR right now?

Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2009 AMP Energy 500 at Talladega

July 31, 2022November 4, 2009 by Mike Neff

Our pollsters were left scratching their heads and putting the pieces together the best they could after a typical Talladega finish.

Did You Notice? Busch Brothers Burn Crew Chiefs Out, Officiating Mistakes & NASCAR on WWE?

July 30, 2022October 27, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Did You Notice? Both Busch brothers caused their crew chiefs to burn out at the same time?

Mirror Driving: Addington Angst, Rewarding Wins & is Jeff Gordon Over the Hill?

July 30, 2022October 27, 2009 by Frontstretch Staff

Once considered the driver most likely to break the record of seven Cup championships, will Jeff Gordon ever take home a fifth?

Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2009 TUMS Fast Relief 500 at Martinsville

July 30, 2022October 27, 2009 by Mike Neff

Although he didn’t win on Sunday, Jimmie Johnson continued his death grip on the top spot in the Power Rankings with his second-place finish at Martinsville.

Bowles-Eye View: Chase Overload Cuts NASCAR Storylines to Pieces

July 29, 2022October 25, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Not only has the Chase overshadowed Hamlin’s successful weekend, it’s condensed the final 10 races into a select few, predetermined storylines.

TRG Trying Hard to Take the Next Step

July 29, 2022October 21, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Few observers thought the unsponsored, single-car team of TRG Motorsports would make it through an entire season – least of all owner Kevin Buckler.

Did You Notice? NASCAR Driver Development Busts, Ridiculous Race Names & Why Restarts Are Crazy

July 29, 2022October 20, 2009 by Tom Bowles

Did You Notice? Being the Rookie of the Year in the NASCAR Nationwide Series can be the equivalent of the Kiss of Death?

Mirror Driving: Dale Jr.’s Next Step, Park’s NASCAR Comeback & Jimmie’s Chase to Lose?

July 29, 2022October 20, 2009 by Frontstretch Staff

Steve Park’s return to NASCAR’s top-three series in the Camping World Trucks next week will mark over a year since he has competed at this level.