That’s History Profile: Fred Lorenzen
Fred Lorenzen got started early in racing’s golden era as well, having built his first car when he was 13 years old.
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.
Voice of Vito: Green & 13 Unlucky as Ever for Ginn Racing
At Daytona in February, Mark Martin made his debut for Ginn Racing by winning the Daytona 500… but losing the Daytona 505 by little more …
That’s History Profile: Greg Sacks
Greg Sacks was a successful driver in the early ’80s, having won 17 events, including the 1982 Stafford Motor Speedway track championship.
Voice of Vito: What’s in a NASCAR Suspension?
It’s the circle of life, Simba; as one suspension ends, two more begin without so much as a hesitation with NASCAR’s new, by-the-book mentality in place.
That’s History Profile: Ricky Craven
Ricky Craven began his career at Unity Raceway in Unity, Maine, where he won Rookie of the Year in 1982.
That’s History Profile: Buddy Arrington
Buddy Arrington was born in Martinsville, Va. No photographic evidence exists, but it’s a fair assumption that there was a Chrysler Pentastar on his crib.
Voice of Vito: All That NASCAR’s Missing Are Some Turnbuckles
What a reversal of fortunes for NASCAR the last couple of weeks. Daytona started off with controversy: those who broke the rules were dealt with …
What’s Vexing Vito: Busch Series Whacked Again
It’s probably a good thing that the 2007 Daytona 500 finished the way it did; the exciting and controversial finish helped to overshadow what was …
Voice of Vito: Salute to You III… IV… Anyone for V?
Rocky Balboa. The Terminator. The Dismembered Knight from Monte Python. The paperboy from Better Off Dead that wants his $2. Mark Martin. All five keep …
That’s History Profile: Ernie Irvan
Ernie Irvan was born in Salinas, Calif. on Jan. 13, 1959. He is the son of Vic and Jo Irvan, whose family moved to California following the Dust Bowls.