Notes: Darlington claims its victims in Friday practice
Friday, May 9, 2008
The recently repaved Darlington Raceway proved to be just as tough on machinery as its former incarnation. No fewer than four drivers were forced to backup cars after incidents in Friday's two practice sessions, including defending Cup champion Jimmie Johnson. read more..
MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAYS 57TH SEASON ROARS TO LIFE THIS WEEKEND
Friday, May 9, 2008
For Immediate Release - May 8, 2008 - From Jim Irvine - Merrittville Public Relations - 905-892-8266 Thorold, Ontario (May 8) - The 2008 DIRT WEEKLY RACING SERIES will roar to life this Saturday Night May 10th at the Merrittville Speedway . Speedway Officials are preparing for another year of top n.. read more..
Ragan wants reputation to not include word 'wrecker'
Friday, May 9, 2008
Nobody wants to be known as a driver who is hard on equipment, which is why David Ragan still regrets the accident in the season-opening Daytona 500 that collected teammate Matt Kenseth. read more..
Bowyer, Childress just fine with being overshadowed
Friday, May 9, 2008
Clint Bowyer skipped the second day of testing at Lowe's Motor Speedway on Tuesday, jetting instead to his hometown of Emporia, Kan., to host a charity golf tournament. With so much focus on Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kyle Busch and Denny Hamlin in the aftermath of last week's race at Richmond, Va., nobody.. read more..
AUCTION SALE: 69 Auto / Hanley Ent. (Jimmy Ward)
Friday, May 9, 2008
AUCTION SALE: For 69 Auto / Hanley Ent. (Jimmy Ward) at 91 Healey Road, Unit 6, Bolton, Ontario. BY: Auctioneer: Donald W. Reinhart // www.reinhartauctions.com // Phone: 905 846 1071 OF: Machine shop equipment; Automotive tools and race car parts WHEN: Friday, May 30, 2008 @ 10 a.m. MACHINE SHOP: C.. read more..
Biffle says new Darlington surface should lead to fun
Friday, May 9, 2008
The old girl has been called "too tough to tame." She's also known as the "Lady in Black." After a particularly rough race, Kyle Petty once said he'd like to see Darlington Raceway filled with water and used for bass fishing tournaments. read more..
Hamlin in search of three in a row at 'Lady in Black'
Friday, May 9, 2008
Denny Hamlin owns Darlington Raceway, minus the legally binding paperwork. read more..
13th Southern Ontario Sprints Season Kicks Off Saturday at Brighton
Friday, May 9, 2008
By Tommy Goudge – http://www.southernontariosprints.com/ On July 19, 1997, John Brutcher won the first Southern Ontario Sprints event at Brighton Speedway and the track, located on the shores of Lake Ontario in Northumberland County, has been a mainstay on the SOS tour ever since. This year 6 even.. read more..
5/09 :: Garage views
Friday, May 9, 2008
Target Chip Ganassi Racing managing director Mike Hull shares his insights and observations throughout the Month of May. read more..
5/09 :: Drivers stress significance of voting
Friday, May 9, 2008
The IndyCar Series has partnered with non-partisan, non-profit youth voting campaign Declare Yourself to create public service announcements and drivers have registered to vote at www.declareyourself.com . read more..
5/09 :: An interview with Roger Penske, Tim Cindric, Rick Mears, Helio Castronev..
Friday, May 9, 2008
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Fast track puts Darlington records in the crosshairs
Friday, May 9, 2008
Ward Burton's track record at Darlington Raceway, a mark that's stood for 12 years, is now living on borrowed time. read more..
Cup rookies quickly learn the nuances of Darlington
Friday, May 9, 2008
A good first impression is important. And for several Sprint Cup rookies, Darlington Raceway made a first impression on both driver and car. read more..
PHOTO GALLERY: Dodge Challenger SRT8 production launch and plant tour
Thursday, May 8, 2008
On Thursday morning, members of the media joined almost 1,000 employees of Chrysler's Brampton Assembly Plant to to celebrate the production launch of the highly-anticipated 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. VIPs on hand included Chrysler Canada President and CEO Reid Bigland, Chrysler Executive VP Frank.. read more..
Hendrick reopens museum after renovations complete
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Check out Rick Hendrick's first Chevrolet. Watch a dissected Impala SS new car being pieced together. See the cars and memorabilia of Casey Mears, Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. read more..
Raceline Radio Network Newsletter (May 8, 2008)
Thursday, May 8, 2008
By Erik Tomas.... the Raceline Radio Network Newsletter Update (May 8, 2008) NASCAR’s most popular driver crashes out 3 laps from a win at Richmond that would have wiped out a 71 race victory drought and suddenly stock car racing is supposed to be a no-contact sport? Give me a break! Take 43 cars.. read more..
RSport Rally & Techworks Engineering Enter Knox Mountain
Thursday, May 8, 2008
RSport Rally driver's Scott, Robert, and Adam Trinder have entered the legendary Knox Mountain hillclimb based in Kelowna BC. The event will be run this May 17th and 18th long weekend. Knox is the longest running hillclimb in North America and has been run for over 50 years. 2005 Western Canadian R.. read more..
Questions remain as teams ready for 'new' Darlington
Thursday, May 8, 2008
The last time Darlington Raceway was repaved, the effects were felt immediately. On a new coat of asphalt applied over the previous winter, Ward Burton zipped to a lap of 173.797 mph in qualifying for the 1996 TranSouth 500, setting a mark that still stands at the old track today. read more..
5/08 :: Curry joins Roth Racing
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Roth Racing has hired IndyCar Series veteran Larry Curry as chief engineer. Curry comes to Roth Racing from Vision Racing, where he was the team manager. read more..
5/08 :: Drama builds
Thursday, May 8, 2008
The first 11 spots will be filled on Pole Day at Indianapolis, but there's still hope for other qualifiers. Three times in the last 10 years the winner has come from outside the top 11. read more..
