Longtime Auto Racing Writer Jerry Reigle Passes Away
Frontstretch is hearing that longtime short-track racing columnist Jerry Reigle has passed away this morning after nearly a year-long battle with cancer.
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Who’s Hot/Who’s Not in NASCAR: 2011 Bristol-Atlanta Edition
Who knew a fractured ankle could be such a motivator for Brad Keselowski? I feel like this injury could possibly start a new trend. A horrible, painful trend.
The Yellow Stripe: Mark Martin in Last Chance Saloon for a Championship Challenge
With just two races to go, it’s fair to say that the only way Mark Martin can realistically make the Chase is if he wins both races.
Numbers Game: 2011 Irwin Tools Night Race at Bristol
6 – the number of cautions during 500 laps at Bristol Saturday night. That’s the fewest number of yellows in a Cup race there since the spring of 1996.
Monday Morning Teardown: Superman & Kryptonite, How Stewart’s Loss Could Be Keselowski’s Gain
Tony Stewart has dodged more bullets than Superman but the way things are going, the next one might snuff out his chances at the Chase.
Going Green: It’s Time for NASCAR’s Pit-Road Rules to Change
While pit strategy didn’t dictate the outcome of Saturday’s Irwin Tools Night Race at Bristol, being the first off pit road was still crucial.
Running Their Mouth: 2011 Irwin Tools Night Race at Bristol
There are races that might have a little more prestige, but this is the coolest damn one of them all. We won it!” – Brad Keselowski, race winner
4 Burning Questions: Busch, Brad & Bristol
With four races remaining, is Brad Keselowski a lock for one of the two wildcard spots?
Going Green: Road Racing a Short Track Mixed With Restrictor-Plate Danger
These days, the two races I look forward to watching on television the most are the two road courses at Sonoma and Watkins Glen.
Professor of Speed: “Pure Michigan” a Race for Revenue
The Pure Michigan 400 was a good example of how Michigan is hoping that positive publicity can breathe new life into an old condition.