Critiquing NASCAR TV: Who’s Turned Things Around in 2008… & Who Hasn’t
This is my first week writing for this website, and my first time taking over Frontstretch‘s new television critiquing column in particular from John Potts. …
Ken Schrader
Fanning the Flames: “Smack” Talk, Engine Issues & NASCAR’s Damn Gopher Cam
Thanks to all the guys and gals out there who are sending a wide range of questions. You all manage to keep the input timely …
Did You Notice? Jimmie Johnson’s Special Photo, Messing With Montoya, & David Gilliland?
Did You Notice? That Chip Ganassi’s first change to his three Cup programs messed with the one team that actually isn’t doing that badly – Juan Pablo Montoya.
Happy Hour: Nationwide Whackers are Hurting NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series
On several occasions during the Martinsville race this past Sunday, the announcers in the FOX booth analyzed “short-term gain” vs. “long-term loss.” The comparison was …
Fanning the Flames: Petty, Childress, Earnhardt Shaking Things Up
If you’re like me, you don’t spend the majority of April Fools’ Day looking over your shoulder anymore. Yeah, I used to be one of …
Voices From the Heartland: Silly Sponsors & Another Nail in the “Manufacturers'” Coffin
“Let’s put it in perspective. 11 people got killed over there,” said Robby Gordon after the announced cancellation. “I’m pretty sure in L.A., we kill 11 a night….”
Mirror Driving: Veterans Driving Junk, Who’s in a Funk & Will Chrissy Wallace Flunk?
Chrissy Wallace, daughter of driver Mike Wallace, is set to make her debut in one of NASCAR’s top-three series this week. Has Wallace proven her talent?
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2008 Bristol Spring Race Recap
Denny Hamlin’s car sputtered on the final restart, allowing Jeff Burton to storm into the lead at Bristol.
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 Bud Shootout at Daytona
2. Boys Will Be Boys. Kurt Busch and Tony Stewart were once again at each other’s throats after wrecking in Friday’s practice leading up to the Bud Shootout.
Racing at the Beach: Tragedy, Triumph & Controversial Finishes at Daytona, 2001-07
Editor’s Note: With the 50th running of the Daytona 500 just days away, we’re proud to present Frontstretch Senior Writer Matt McLaughlin’s “History of Daytona” …