Voice of Vito: NASCAR Fans Still Reviled Among the Elite
One of the biggest gripes about the new Chase for the Championship in NASCAR is not so much a break from tradition, but to what …
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.
That’s History Profile: Joe Weatherly
Joe Weatherly’s driving career almost ended before it began. He nearly died while out with a group of friends, losing control while driving through an S-curve.
Voice of Vito: Talladega Plus the Car of Tomorrow Equals the NFL & a Nap
Say the word “Talladega,” and what comes to mind? Three-wide racing. Packed grandstands cloaked in Budweiser red. Adrenal gland-draining close calls. A 30-car pile up. …
That’s History Profile: Bobby Allison
Bobby Allison started racing around southern Florida while he was in high school, but after one too many accidents, his dad, “Pops” Allison made him quit.
Voice of Vito: Much Ado About Nothing at Kansas – Attempting to Create Controversy Where There is None
The biggest story coming out of Kansas was Greg Biffle winning the Lifelock 400. Or not winning the Lifelock 400 if you ask Jimmie Johnson and Clint Bowyer.
That’s History Profile: Bobby Hamilton Sr.
Charles Robert “Bobby” Hamilton Sr. started his racing career similar to a man before him – Dale Earnhardt – by dropping out of school at age 13.
Voice of Vito: 2007 the Worst NASCAR Season Ever
I may be in the minority here (my heritage notwithstanding), but for many reasons, to me this season has been one of the worst in …
That’s History Profile: Curtis Turner
Curtis Turner started out driving well before he was old enough to get a driver’s license. Turner worked to export the local product: moonshine.
Voice of Vito: Mustangs, Camaros & Challengers, Oh My! Busch Series to Pony Cars in 2009?
“NASCAR’s Car of Tomorrow sucks.” No, that’s not Kyle Busch‘s quote. It’s not even Tony Stewart‘s. It’s mine. I hate the CoT. I physically hate …
That’s History Profile: Fireball Roberts
Fireball Roberts was one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history to never win a championship.