MPM2Nite: Not Invented Here
The IndyCar folks stole a page from NASCAR’s playbook, seeing how popular our double-file restarts are and adopting a similar strategy to their series for 2011.
Matt joined Frontstretch in 2007 after a decade of race-writing, paired with the first generation of racing internet sites like RaceComm and Racing One. Now semi-retired, he submits occasional special features while his retrospectives on drivers like Alan Kulwicki, Davey Allison, and other fallen NASCAR legends pop up every summer on Frontstretch. A motorcycle nut, look for the closest open road near you and you can catch him on the Harley during those bright, summer days in his beloved Pennsylvania.
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Fontana Race Recap
If the drivers are only going to actually race for the final 10 to 20 laps anyway, maybe Fontana should try a 200-mile race distance next year?
MPM2Nite: Bristol Crowd Control
Think what you might about the quality of Sunday’s Bristol Cup race, but one thing that stood out was the stunning amount of empty seats in the grandstands.
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Bristol Spring Race Recap
Kyle Busch’s team got the No. 18 car off pit road first on the last stop and while Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson kept him honest, there was no catching Busch.
MPM2Nite: Alan Kulwicki, Running Down a Dream
Along came Alan Kulwicki. Not only was he born north of Dixie, his plan – to start his own team and be an owner/driver – was unheard of in that day.
MPM2Nite: Passing Out
My definition of a “legitimate” pass remains the same. It’s when one driver in a faster car overtakes the car leading the race whether it be by hook or crook.
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Las Vegas Race Recap
On the final pit stop, Carl Edwards was able to take two tires and the lead heading into the homestretch at Las Vegas.
MPM2Nite: NASCAR Media – Ethics or Pathetic?
If you, Mr. Professional NASCAR Journalist, don’t feel passion or emotion after an exciting finish, maybe you ought to be covering ice hockey or tiddlywinks.
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Phoenix Spring Race Recap
Trevor Bayne’s week of wonder came to a crashing end at Phoenix after last week’s fairytale Daytona 500 victory.
MPM2Nite: What Did We Learn at Daytona?
After 10 long days, extensive preseason testing, and preparations for the Daytona 500 that began back before last season, Speedweeks is finally over.