Numbers Game: 2006 Checker Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix
$216,825 – Kevin Harvick’s purse for winning the Checker Auto Parts 500.
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Kevin Harvick Sweeps 2006 Season at PIR; Jimmie Johnson Builds on Points Lead
AVONDALE, Ariz. – Kevin Harvick had the hottest car in the Arizona desert today – in more ways than one. With sunny skies and temperatures … Continue Reading
Greg Biffle Ready to Handle New Crew Chief in 2007
AVONDALE, Ariz. – It was announced this week that Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 Roush Racing car, will be paired with a new … Continue Reading
Jeff Gordon Grabs 2006 Checker Auto Parts 500 Pole at Phoenix
AVONDALE, Ariz. –Â Jeff Gordon followed up his field-leading Cup practice session on Friday by winning the pole for Sunday’s Checker Auto Parts 500. Gordon posted … Continue Reading
JJ Yeley & Phoenix International Raceway Join Forces for Spring Golf Tournament
AVONDALE, Ariz. – Rookie Nextel Cup driver and Phoenix native JJ Yeley, in conjunction with Phoenix International Raceway, announced plans today for a spring 2006 … Continue Reading
Jeff Gordon Tops Friday 2006 Checker Auto Parts 500 Practice at Phoenix
AVONDALE, Ariz. – Jeff Gordon, driver of the No. 24 Dupont Chevy, lead all drivers in Friday’s first Checker Auto Parts 500 practice with a … Continue Reading
Jamie McMurray Hopeful Despite Disheartening Year
AVONDALE, Ariz. – “It’s been a frustrating year. I think everyone knows that.” That’s how Jamie McMurray, driver of the No. 26 Cup car for … Continue Reading
What’s the Call? Time to Expand the Chase?
Given the closeness in Nextel Cup standings compared to the lack of drama in the Busch and Truck championship races, is it time to implement the Chase system?
Fantasy Picks ‘N’ Pans: 2006 Checker Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix Edition
With no one is technically eliminated from the Nextel Cup title chase, they come to Phoenix for the Checker Auto Parts 500.
Top 10 Excuses Given by Craig Curione for Knocking Kevin & DeLana Harvick to the Ground
10. “So, we were walking right by the No. 7 hauler when suddenly, a large piece of something black and round comes flying through the air outta nowhere! I was just trying to protect Mr. Harvick and his wife.”