What’s Vexing Vito: Why NASCAR Needs to Put the Gloves Back On Before Somebody Gets a Black Eye
The result of Jason Leffler’s lone-wolf maneuver was NASCAR’s new standard punishment: a three-race probationary period.
Vito is one of the longest-tenured writers at Frontstretch, joining the staff in 2007. He’s a contributor to several other outlets, including Athlon Sports and Popular Speed in addition to making radio appearances. He forever has a soft-spot in his heart for old Mopars and presumably oil-soaked cardboard in his garage.
What’s Vexing Vito: Doing What’s Right & Doing What Matters – What NASCAR Can Use More & Less Of
With the series headed for Easter break, let’s look at some of what NASCAR needs more of – as well as decidedly less of – after six races of 2010.
Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2010 Goody’s Fast Pain Relief 500 at Martinsville
Following Hamlin’s second consecutive win at Martinsville and third in 10 attempts, the potential stands that there might be an ABH Group forming shortly.
Top 10 Uses for NASCAR CoT Wings Now
With the CoT wing now a thing of the past effective this weekend at Martinsville, what will NASCAR do with all of this extra equipment left over?
What’s Vexing Vito: Despite Limited Numbers, Penske Dodges Return to Prominence; Notes From Charlotte Test Session Day 2
The first races of 2010 are in the books for the Cup Series and one of the hottest teams is the No. 2 Miller Lite Dodge driven by Penske Racing’s Kurt Busch.
Voice of Vito: Paul Menard Turning Back the Clock With Top-10 Points Run
There was another performance that went largely unnoticed Sunday at Bristol: the 18th-place run by Richard Petty Motorsports driver Paul Menard.
What’s Vexing Vito: Talladega Spoiler Test Bodes Well for Return to Track in April
On Tuesday, 24 teams showed up at Talladega Superspeedway for a test session to figure out the best aerodynamic and powertrain package for April’s Aaron’s 499.
What’s Vexing Vito: NASCAR Qualifying Procedure in Desperate Need of Overhaul
One area where NASCAR racing is clearly not in the drivers’ hands takes place before the green flag even falls on Sunday – qualifying.
Voice of Vito: Carl Edwards’s Free Pass from NASCAR Sets Dangerous Precedent
For sending another driver airborne towards innocent spectators, Carl Edwards received all of three weeks of probation. It was equivalent to a slap on the wrist.
What’s Vexing Vito: Toyota’s Floormats May Signal End to the Most Celebrated of Driving Events – The Burnout
The fallout following Toyota’s recall of over 6 million vehicles due to stuck accelerator pedals continues to generate headlines.