Did You Notice? … A Return To Richmond, Post-Spingate And Quick Hits
Did You Notice?… This weekend marks the first Cup race at Richmond since last Fall’s Chase “cheating” controversy? It’s a perfect time for a “Where Are … Continue Reading
The author of Did You Notice? (Wednesdays) Tom spends his time overseeing Frontstretch’s 50+ staff members as its majority owner and Editor-in-Chief. Based outside Philadelphia, Bowles is a two-time Emmy winner in NASCAR television and has worked in racing production with FOX, TNT, and ESPN while appearing on-air for SIRIUS XM Radio and FOX Sports 1's former show, the Crowd Goes Wild. He most recently consulted with SRX Racing, helping manage cutting-edge technology and graphics that appeared on their CBS broadcasts during 2021 and 2022.
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A Swan’s Broken Wings Equal NASCAR’s Next Concern?
Is Swan Racing writing their Swan Song as we speak? That’s been the story during a slow NASCAR off week, the two-car team leaning more towards extinction … Continue Reading
Did You Notice? … Drivers Still Make A Difference… But Silly Cautions Don’t
Did You Notice?… In an era where so much has been pinned on equipment, or lack thereof, who you have behind the wheel can still make a difference? … Continue Reading
Raining On NASCAR’s Parade: Struggling With The Status Quo
Another rain-delayed Sprint Cup race? Complete with hours of waiting until officials finally call the event? On a serious note, with the Texas race rescheduled, NASCAR is now … Continue Reading
NASCAR’s Career-Death Experience: A Road To (Almost) Recovery
In the wake of Kurt Busch’s Martinsville victory, filled with more irony than Alanis Morissette could ever sing about, it’s important to remember his comeback, … Continue Reading
Did You Notice? … NASCAR’s Free Agent Lynchpin, Uncomfortable Reality And Gambling
Before this sarcastic-laden column begins, I’d like to start by offering my deepest sympathies to the Petty family. Matriarch Lynda Petty was, by all accounts, … Continue Reading
NASCAR, Tires, And The Goldilocks Theory
Once upon a time, Goldilocks attended a NASCAR race for free at a big, “cookie-cutter” superspeedway. The girl sat down and watched, politely only for … Continue Reading
Did You Notice? … Toyota Trouble, Limping Into Action And Testing The Waters
Did You Notice?… We’re four races in and Toyota hasn’t made it to Victory Lane? Their 0-for-4 performances, thus far highlight some weaknesses at both Joe … Continue Reading
Nuts For Nationwide: Young Drivers Looking To Bust Out At Bristol
Much has been written, to the point you can almost recite word-for-word, about how much Cup drivers have “taken over” the Nationwide Series. But if … Continue Reading
Did You Notice? … The Details Behind Busch Double-Duty And NASCAR Teams/Series Needing A Boost
Did You Notice?… Kurt Busch could be the fourth person in history to do the NASCAR/Indy “double,” running 1,100 miles in the same day? OK, you … Continue Reading