NASCAR Mourns - Events Postponed In Rememberance
NASCAR has postponed this weekend's race, but that does not mean that the terrorists were victorious. Instead, it is the American way, and this decision will strengthen our resolve to win the ultimate victory.
Red Flag Decision Causes Controversy at Darlington
More and more drivers are beginning to suspect that NASCAR is manipulating the results of races. Find out what Dale Earnhardt, Jr. had to say on the subject after the Southern 500 at Darlington.
The Humpy Bumper
As NASCAR moves to increase safety, in light of the Dale Earnhardt tragedy , the time has come to take bold steps. One such step would be the use of the so-called Humpy Bumper on all Winston Cup and Busch series cars. As Randy LaJoie said following testing, it's got to be cheaper than a casket.
Can Jeff Be Stopped?
As the season winds down, will NASCAR's viewer base slip away if something isn't done to stop Jeff Gordon? Many fans need a reason to stick with racing as the competition for viewers builds during the fall and NASCAR might have found a way to keep them in their seats.
Simpson Throws In the Towel
NASCAR's handling of the Dale Earnhardt tragedy has forced Bill Simpson to resign as the head of the company that bears his name. The time has come for NASCAR to put the blame where it rightly belongs.
You Can't Argue With Success
The three-way race for the Winston Cup is drawing record setting television audiences and should be the force that drives NASCAR into the ranks of a truly national sport. NASCAReporter Floyd Tilton looks at why the viewers flocked to TNT's coverage and why they'll keep coming back week after week.
Sore Losers
Did Dale Earnhardt Junior REALLY win the Pepsi 400? According to some, he didn't. Find out why these claims don't stand up under careful analysis.
Farewell To Fox
The transition from Fox Sports to the NBC/TNT broadcast team begins next week. What can fans expect with this change, and how successful will the new broadcasters be in winning the acceptance of the fans?
Getting Back to Racing's Roots
NASCAR's new one engine rule should help to cut the costs of racing. Who knows if it will or not, but one thing is certain. With less expense, the independent team and the owner/driver have been given new life by NASCAR.
Here's To You, Mrs. Robinson
Just because Shawna Robinson finished the KMart 400 in Michigan, does she belong in Winston Cup? Find out NASCAReporter's opinion of the Shawna Robinson Show.
Letting Go: Petty on Earnhardt
Is it time to let go? Richard Petty thinks so, but others question his wisdom. Learn more about what "King Richard" said recently about the Earnhardt tragedy and why the media, "won't let the story go."
Faster Than a Speeding Bullet!
With a 6th Place finish at the Indy 500 and a 3rd Place finish at the Coca-Cola 600, Tony Stewart proved that he was indeed The Man of Steel. Find out more about Tony's effort and how you can join him in making a disabled child's dream come true.
Soft Walls: An Idea Whose Time Has Come
More and more attention is being paid to safety in NASCAR, and one of the best new innovations is the "soft wall". This wall was tested during an ARCA race last weekend and from all the evidence, it passed with flying colors. Also, take a look at the stock car drivers who will attempt to win the Indianapolis 500, and at the long day ahead Sunday for Tony Stewart.
TRAC Is On Track
Is the new TRAC racing series a threat to NASCAR's domination of stock car racing? NASCAReporter gives his take on this newly formed series, scheduled to take the green flag in 2003.
NASCAR Pioneer Dies of Leukemia
The racing world was saddened to learn of the death of one of it's legendary figures, Henry Smokey Yunick this week. Smokey was there for the beginnings of the sport and remembered those days in his recently published book, The Best Damn Little Garage in Town.
The Truth Is Out There - Fans Want Full Disclosure
The time has come for NASCAR to regain its credibility with the fans. It has been over two months since Dale Earnhardt's death, and still the answers aren't clear. The sport can't move on until it is.
Designated Driver?
Is Jasper Motorsports trying to adapt the Designated Hitter from baseball to racing with it's announcement that Robert Pressley will be replaced by Boris Said for the two road courses on the schedule?
They Said It Couldn't Be Done
Nobody expected a race like we saw with the Talledega 500. Thanks to the driver's desire for safety, the pre-race predictions were all proven wrong.
Earnhardt's Seat Belt May Have Been Cut!
The medical evidence shows that Dale Earnhardt died because of "head whip." Now photo's reveal a rescue worker with a knife entering the car. Could the broken belt have been cut?
Temper, Temper, Tony NASCAR
When a driver takes revenge on another driver for an accident in the real world, it's called Road Rage. Tony Stewart, however, chooses to call it Racing.
A New Star On the Horizon?
Was it luck, skill or the memory of a champion that brought Kevin Harvick to Victory Lane at Las Vegas last weekend? NASCAReporter Floyd Tilton looks at what it took to get last year's Busch Series Rookie of the Year to the winner's circle.
Run What You Brung
NASCAR's rules open the way to cheating and disaster. It's time to put a stop to equality and get back to real racing.
Sample Letters
How do we honor the memory of Dale Earnhardt, Sr.? For a man this special in the history of NASCAR, that tribute must be something special. Here's a way you can urge NASCAR and Winston Cup to act now and do the right thing. Part two of two.
Honoring an Icon
How do we honor the memory of Dale Earnhardt, Sr.? For a man this special in the history of NASCAR, that tribute must be something special. Here's a way you can urge NASCAR and Winston Cup to act now and do the right thing. Part one of two.
