Happy Hour: How Important is the Crew Chief? With Matt Kenseth, Not Very
Matt Kenseth is proving this year that the driver does matter a little more than so-called experts might think.
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Fanning the Flames: Paul Menard’s Encouraging Start & Kenseth’s Disappointing Finish
Without looking it up, I’m going to assume this is the first Paul Menard question in the history of Fanning the Flames! What’s different?
5 Points to Ponder: Earnhardt’s Error, Biffle Steady, Hamlin Heroics
This past week, Dale Earnhardt Jr. was estimated by Forbes magazine to be the top-earning driver in the sport, raking in some $30 million a year.
Ricky Carmichael Converting to NASCAR
“The amount of respect these guys have is second to none,” says Ricky Carmichael of the Truck garage. “Honestly I can’t believe it.”
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.
Did You Notice? It’s Not Just the Economy, Stupid; Tony the Terrible? & Testing
Did You Notice? The debate raging on over all the empty seats at Bristol? Everyone’s trying to figure out if the answer lies in the economy.
Beyond the Cockpit: Catching Up with Michael Waltrip
For a retired guy, Michael Waltrip seems to be popping up everywhere these days.
Who’s Hot/Who’s Not in Sprint Cup: 2010 Food City 500 at Bristol Edition
After a sloppy 16th at Bristol, there’s a bit more evidence to indicate the dreaded “sophomore slump” label is just around the corner for Ryan Newman.
Talking NASCAR TV: Timing Troubles Haunt Bristol FOX, ESPN Coverage
On Saturday afternoon (March 20), ESPN on ABC brought us live coverage of the NASCAR Nationwide Series’ Scotts Turf Builder 300.
The Cool-Down Lap: A Jimmie Johnson Win We Finally Can Stomach?
I know people are tired of Jimmie Johnson winning, not just because he has done it so often, but because he and crew chief Chad Knaus have made it look easy.