2006 NASCAR Season
Everything you need to know about the 2006 NASCAR racing season. 2006 season previews, schedules, race recaps and more are all here.
NASCAR Stories of 2006
The 2006 NASCAR season saw Jimmie Johnson claim his first NEXTEL Cup series Championship. Kevin Harvick won the Busch series title to become king of the buschwhackers and Denny Hamlin sparkled in his rookie season. What else were we all talking about in 2006? Here are the top stories of the year.
The 2006 NASCAR season saw Jimmie Johnson claim his first NEXTEL Cup series Championship. Kevin Harvick won the Busch series title to become king of the buschwhackers and Denny Hamlin sparkled in his rookie season. What else were we all talking about in 2006? Here are the top stories of the year.
2006 NASCAR Season Quiz
The 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season has come to a close. This season had more than its share of memorable moments. How well do you remember the 2006 NASCAR season? This quiz will test your NASCAR knowledge.
The 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season has come to a close. This season had more than its share of memorable moments. How well do you remember the 2006 NASCAR season? This quiz will test your NASCAR knowledge.
2006 Chase for the NEXTEL Cup Contenders
The 2006 Chase for the NEXTEL Cup is now set. These ten drivers will do battle over the next ten races. One of them will walk away with the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Championship. Here are the 2006 Chase For The Cup contenders.
The 2006 Chase for the NEXTEL Cup is now set. These ten drivers will do battle over the next ten races. One of them will walk away with the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Championship. Here are the 2006 Chase For The Cup contenders.
2006 Chase for the NEXTEL Cup Races
Which race tracks have the honor of helping to determine the 2006 NEXTEL Cup Champion? The 2006 Chase For The NEXTEL Cup is made up of the last ten races on the NEXTEL Cup schedule. From New Hampshire to Homestead, here are those ten races that make up the 2006 Chase for the Cup.
Which race tracks have the honor of helping to determine the 2006 NEXTEL Cup Champion? The 2006 Chase For The NEXTEL Cup is made up of the last ten races on the NEXTEL Cup schedule. From New Hampshire to Homestead, here are those ten races that make up the 2006 Chase for the Cup.
2006 Race To The Chase
The Race to The Chase is underway as NASCAR is counting down to the 2006 Chase for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup. In order to have a shot at winning the Championship drivers must be in the top ten in points after the race in Richmond. There are only four races to go until the cutoff for The Chase. Who is in, who is out and which drivers are on the bubble in the 2006 Race to The Chase?
The Race to The Chase is underway as NASCAR is counting down to the 2006 Chase for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup. In order to have a shot at winning the Championship drivers must be in the top ten in points after the race in Richmond. There are only four races to go until the cutoff for The Chase. Who is in, who is out and which drivers are on the bubble in the 2006 Race to The Chase?
What You Need to Know About the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Season
Here is a look at what changed for the 2006 NEXTEL Cup season. The top silly-season changes, driver swaps and retirement updates are all here in one easy place.
Here is a look at what changed for the 2006 NEXTEL Cup season. The top silly-season changes, driver swaps and retirement updates are all here in one easy place.
2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Raybestos Rookie of the Year Preview
The 2006 Raybestos Rookie of the Year battle is shaping up to be a great one as seven very talented NASCAR NEXTEL Cup rookies prepare to do battle for the crown. Clint Bowyer, Denny Hamlin, David Stremme, Martin Truex Jr., Brent Sherman, Reed Sorenson, and J.J. Yeley will all compete for rookie honors in 2006. How do they compare and who will bring home the trophy? Here are the 2006 Raybestos Rookie of the Year candidates.
The 2006 Raybestos Rookie of the Year battle is shaping up to be a great one as seven very talented NASCAR NEXTEL Cup rookies prepare to do battle for the crown. Clint Bowyer, Denny Hamlin, David Stremme, Martin Truex Jr., Brent Sherman, Reed Sorenson, and J.J. Yeley will all compete for rookie honors in 2006. How do they compare and who will bring home the trophy? Here are the 2006 Raybestos Rookie of the Year candidates.
Jimmie Johnson Clinches 2006 Championship In Homestead As Biffle Wins The Race
The 2006 Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway was the final race of the 2006 NASCAR season. The Championship was on the line as Jimmie Johnson held onto a 63 point lead coming into this race. Greg Biffle won in Homestead for the third year in-a-row but the only story of the day was the Championship. Jimmie Johnson did exactly what he needed to do and clinched the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Championship.
The 2006 Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway was the final race of the 2006 NASCAR season. The Championship was on the line as Jimmie Johnson held onto a 63 point lead coming into this race. Greg Biffle won in Homestead for the third year in-a-row but the only story of the day was the Championship. Jimmie Johnson did exactly what he needed to do and clinched the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Championship.
Kevin Harvick Completes Phoenix Sweep, Jimmie Johnson Maintains Point Lead
Phoenix International Raceway has the honor of hosting the Checker Auto Parts 500. This race is the next-to-last race of the season and plays a huge role in determining the 2006 NEXTEL Cup Champion. Point leader Jimmie Johnson cruised to yet another great finish and extended his point lead as only Kevin Harvick was able to finish in front of him. This race sets up the season finale next week in Homestead.
Phoenix International Raceway has the honor of hosting the Checker Auto Parts 500. This race is the next-to-last race of the season and plays a huge role in determining the 2006 NEXTEL Cup Champion. Point leader Jimmie Johnson cruised to yet another great finish and extended his point lead as only Kevin Harvick was able to finish in front of him. This race sets up the season finale next week in Homestead.
Texas Sees Jimmie Johnson Take Over Chase Lead As Tony Stewart Wins
Texas Motor Speedway has a history of putting on some great finishes. The 2006 Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway didn't have much racing all day long but when it came down to the very end this one was very interesting. Pit strategy and some late cautions played into the finish to make this one thrilling but the best car still made it to Victory Lane.
Texas Motor Speedway has a history of putting on some great finishes. The 2006 Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway didn't have much racing all day long but when it came down to the very end this one was very interesting. Pit strategy and some late cautions played into the finish to make this one thrilling but the best car still made it to Victory Lane.
Tony Stewart Rolls To Atlanta Victory As Kenseth Retains Chase Lead
The 2006 Bass Pro Shops 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway started in the afternoon and finished up under the lights. This put a premium on handling as the track conditions changed dramatically throughout the race. Tony Stewart was quick all night long. Stewart made the winning pass with ten laps to go and rolled home for the win. This was also a big night in the Chase For The Cup as three drivers saw their Championship dreams crushed in various Atlanta incidents.
The 2006 Bass Pro Shops 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway started in the afternoon and finished up under the lights. This put a premium on handling as the track conditions changed dramatically throughout the race. Tony Stewart was quick all night long. Stewart made the winning pass with ten laps to go and rolled home for the win. This was also a big night in the Chase For The Cup as three drivers saw their Championship dreams crushed in various Atlanta incidents.
Jimmie Johnson Continues Hendrick Domination In Martinsville
Jimmie Johnson picked up the win today in the 2006 Subway 500 as he continued Hendrick Motorsports' domination. Hendrick drivers have now won six of the last eight Martinsville races. Martinsville Speedway is the only short-track in the 2006 Chase For The Cup. We saw a lot of beating and banging today as drivers battled for track position on the flat, narrow race track.
Jimmie Johnson picked up the win today in the 2006 Subway 500 as he continued Hendrick Motorsports' domination. Hendrick drivers have now won six of the last eight Martinsville races. Martinsville Speedway is the only short-track in the 2006 Chase For The Cup. We saw a lot of beating and banging today as drivers battled for track position on the flat, narrow race track.
Kasey Kahne Completes 2006 Lowes Motor Speedway Sweep
The 2006 Chase For The Cup came into Lowes Motor Speedway as the closest points battle in the history of The Chase. Kasey Kahne repeated his success in May and completed the season sweep as he once again beat Jimmie Johnson at Johnson's best race track. Jeff Burton finished third and extended his point lead over Matt Kenseth as a number of Chasers had problems.
The 2006 Chase For The Cup came into Lowes Motor Speedway as the closest points battle in the history of The Chase. Kasey Kahne repeated his success in May and completed the season sweep as he once again beat Jimmie Johnson at Johnson's best race track. Jeff Burton finished third and extended his point lead over Matt Kenseth as a number of Chasers had problems.
Vickers Wrecks His Way To Unpopular Talladega Win
Wow, Talladega Superspeedway put on a heck of a show today. The fans certainly got their money's worth as this race was decided on the backstretch of the final lap. Brian Vickers was credited with the controversial victory after he caused Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. to crash.
Wow, Talladega Superspeedway put on a heck of a show today. The fans certainly got their money's worth as this race was decided on the backstretch of the final lap. Brian Vickers was credited with the controversial victory after he caused Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. to crash.
Tony Stewart Coasts To Kansas Win
Kansas Speedway was long criticized for not providing exciting racing. That all changed today as drivers were two and three wide all day long. The finish was exciting too as Tony Stewart coasted across the line out of fuel to take the win. The 2006 Banquet 400 had it all strategy, great racing and a thrilling finish. Kansas Speedway has finally arrived.
Kansas Speedway was long criticized for not providing exciting racing. That all changed today as drivers were two and three wide all day long. The finish was exciting too as Tony Stewart coasted across the line out of fuel to take the win. The 2006 Banquet 400 had it all strategy, great racing and a thrilling finish. Kansas Speedway has finally arrived.
Jeff Burton Outduels Matt Kenseth In Exciting Dover Victory
The Dover 400 was one of the more exciting races of the 2006 season. This race saw two NASCAR veterans going side-by-side for the win lap after lap right at the very end of the race. Matt Kenseth and Jeff Burton were giving each other plenty of racing room but neither driver was willing to give up the win without a fight. This was a thrilling battle as Jeff Burton took the popular victory in Dover. Burton also took over the NEXTEL Cup point lead.
The Dover 400 was one of the more exciting races of the 2006 season. This race saw two NASCAR veterans going side-by-side for the win lap after lap right at the very end of the race. Matt Kenseth and Jeff Burton were giving each other plenty of racing room but neither driver was willing to give up the win without a fight. This was a thrilling battle as Jeff Burton took the popular victory in Dover. Burton also took over the NEXTEL Cup point lead.
Kevin Harvick Wins Chase Race Number One
The 2006 Chase For The NEXTEL Cup got underway today. Kevin Harvick kept his hot streak alive taking the win in New Hampshire. Harvick's second series win in-a-row also vaulted him into the point lead. This race was never really in doubt but there was a lot to watch as some Chasers had troubles.
The 2006 Chase For The NEXTEL Cup got underway today. Kevin Harvick kept his hot streak alive taking the win in New Hampshire. Harvick's second series win in-a-row also vaulted him into the point lead. This race was never really in doubt but there was a lot to watch as some Chasers had troubles.
Kahne Bumps Stewart From The Chase
It was an exciting night in Richmond as The Race to The Chase concluded in thrilling style. Kevin Harvick made the pass for the win with just two laps to go. The big story was the points battle. Kasey Kahne did exactly what he needed to do. He finished a strong third today and put himself in position to capitalize when Tony Stewart struggled.
It was an exciting night in Richmond as The Race to The Chase concluded in thrilling style. Kevin Harvick made the pass for the win with just two laps to go. The big story was the points battle. Kasey Kahne did exactly what he needed to do. He finished a strong third today and put himself in position to capitalize when Tony Stewart struggled.
Matt Kenseth Continues Bristol Domination
Matt Kenseth must love Bristol Motor Speedway. There is little doubt that The Worlds Fastest Half Mile loves Kenseth. Matt picked up his second Sharpie 500 in a row. Much like last year this one was never really in doubt as Kenseth dominated the final 100 laps to cruise home for the easy win.
Matt Kenseth must love Bristol Motor Speedway. There is little doubt that The Worlds Fastest Half Mile loves Kenseth. Matt picked up his second Sharpie 500 in a row. Much like last year this one was never really in doubt as Kenseth dominated the final 100 laps to cruise home for the easy win.
Matt Kenseth Rules Michigan to Claim 2006 GFS Marketplace 400
The 2006 GFS Marketplace 400 at Michigan International Speedway started out with a bang. The early part of the race was very exciting. They were four wide in turn two for the lead. Then there was a lot to see and a lot to talk about as a number of drivers in the top ten in points had problems.
The 2006 GFS Marketplace 400 at Michigan International Speedway started out with a bang. The early part of the race was very exciting. They were four wide in turn two for the lead. Then there was a lot to see and a lot to talk about as a number of drivers in the top ten in points had problems.
Kevin Harvick Uses Pit Strategy For Watkins Glen Win
The 2006 AMD at The Glen was the final road race of the 2006 season. Pit strategy played a big role as one team played it perfectly to take the win. This race featured an exciting finish as the lead changed hands twice in the final ten laps.
The 2006 AMD at The Glen was the final road race of the 2006 season. Pit strategy played a big role as one team played it perfectly to take the win. This race featured an exciting finish as the lead changed hands twice in the final ten laps.
Jimmie Johnson Gets Brickyard Win
Jimmie Johnson made the right call at the right time to take the big win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 2006 Allstate 400 at The Brickyard didn't have a lot of drama as the narrow, flat racing surface didn't yield much passing. When it came down to it Johnson took four tires and was able to work back through the field for the easy win.
Jimmie Johnson made the right call at the right time to take the big win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 2006 Allstate 400 at The Brickyard didn't have a lot of drama as the narrow, flat racing surface didn't yield much passing. When it came down to it Johnson took four tires and was able to work back through the field for the easy win.
Hamlin Completes Pocono Sweep
Denny Hamlin laid down a dominating performance in Pocono this weekend. He won the pole and then lead 151 out of 200 laps on his way to the easy win. The race itself was not much in doubt but the battle for tenth in points kept the race interesting at Pocono Raceway.
Denny Hamlin laid down a dominating performance in Pocono this weekend. He won the pole and then lead 151 out of 200 laps on his way to the easy win. The race itself was not much in doubt but the battle for tenth in points kept the race interesting at Pocono Raceway.
Kyle Busch Survives Overtime and Fuel Concerns for New Hampshire Win
New Hampshire International Speedway was a tough stop for drivers hunting The Chase. Some big names had troubles as Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. all suffered at the hands of the challenging one mile oval. In the end, Kyle Busch had them covered to take the win in an overtime green-white-checkers victory.
New Hampshire International Speedway was a tough stop for drivers hunting The Chase. Some big names had troubles as Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. all suffered at the hands of the challenging one mile oval. In the end, Kyle Busch had them covered to take the win in an overtime green-white-checkers victory.
Jeff Gordon Bumps Matt Kenseth To Steal 2006 Chicagoland Victory
After a long race where not much happened the 2006 USG Sheetrock 400 exploded in fireworks. It looked like Matt Kenseth was going to coast home for the easy win. However Jeff Gordon had other ideas as he bumped Kenseth out of the way to steal away the victory. This aggressive win brought out the fans' wrath as they were throwing garbage on the track during Gordon's victory lap to express their feelings about Gordon's driving.
After a long race where not much happened the 2006 USG Sheetrock 400 exploded in fireworks. It looked like Matt Kenseth was going to coast home for the easy win. However Jeff Gordon had other ideas as he bumped Kenseth out of the way to steal away the victory. This aggressive win brought out the fans' wrath as they were throwing garbage on the track during Gordon's victory lap to express their feelings about Gordon's driving.
Stewart Storms To Daytona Victory
The 2006 Pepsi 400 was pretty tame by recent restrictor plate standards. Tony Stewart lead more than half of the race and was able to avoid trouble as his main competitors found trouble in the close-quarters racing. A late caution set up a dash to the checkers and shuffled the running order. Tony Stewart stormed back to the lead holding off the Busch brothers for the win.
The 2006 Pepsi 400 was pretty tame by recent restrictor plate standards. Tony Stewart lead more than half of the race and was able to avoid trouble as his main competitors found trouble in the close-quarters racing. A late caution set up a dash to the checkers and shuffled the running order. Tony Stewart stormed back to the lead holding off the Busch brothers for the win.
Jeff Gordon Regains Road Racing Crown
The 2006 Dodge Save Mart 350 at Infineon Raceway featured the NEXTEL Cup stars battling against a handful of road course ringers. The road race in Sonoma California is one where raw driver talent can overcome an underfunded team effort. Would a road race ace be able to score the big win at Infineon Raceway this year?
The 2006 Dodge Save Mart 350 at Infineon Raceway featured the NEXTEL Cup stars battling against a handful of road course ringers. The road race in Sonoma California is one where raw driver talent can overcome an underfunded team effort. Would a road race ace be able to score the big win at Infineon Raceway this year?
Kasey Kahne Dodges Raindrops For Michigan Win
Mother Nature dominated the 3M Performance 400 today at Michigan International Speedway. There were a number of yellow flags because of light showers before the rain finally came for good on lap 130 of the scheduled 200 lap race. Kasey Kahne sat on the pole and was near the front most of the day. His Ray Evernham owned team got him out of the pits first when it counted most and Kasey Kahne was out front when the red flag flew handing him the win.
Mother Nature dominated the 3M Performance 400 today at Michigan International Speedway. There were a number of yellow flags because of light showers before the rain finally came for good on lap 130 of the scheduled 200 lap race. Kasey Kahne sat on the pole and was near the front most of the day. His Ray Evernham owned team got him out of the pits first when it counted most and Kasey Kahne was out front when the red flag flew handing him the win.
Rookie Denny Hamlin Survives Spin to Win 2006 Pocono 500
Pocono Raceway is a unique racetrack that deserves a unique victory. The 2006 Pocono 500 delivered in style. Denny Hamlin cut a tire and spun while leading on lap fifty one. When the checkered flag flew 149 laps later Hamlin was back out front and took the win.
Pocono Raceway is a unique racetrack that deserves a unique victory. The 2006 Pocono 500 delivered in style. Denny Hamlin cut a tire and spun while leading on lap fifty one. When the checkered flag flew 149 laps later Hamlin was back out front and took the win.
Matt Kenseth Comes Out On Top in Thrilling Dover Finish
The 2006 Neighborhood Excellence 400 by Bank of America at Dover International Speedway was a very good race. The finish saw Jamie McMurray, Kevin Harvick and Matt Kenseth nose to tail for the win at the end. Kenseth had to pass two cars in the closing laps to take the victory. Point leader Jimmie Johnson struggled for much of the day and defending Champion Tony Stewart had to get out of his car early. This race could prove to be a key moment in the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season.
The 2006 Neighborhood Excellence 400 by Bank of America at Dover International Speedway was a very good race. The finish saw Jamie McMurray, Kevin Harvick and Matt Kenseth nose to tail for the win at the end. Kenseth had to pass two cars in the closing laps to take the victory. Point leader Jimmie Johnson struggled for much of the day and defending Champion Tony Stewart had to get out of his car early. This race could prove to be a key moment in the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season.
Kasey Kahne Conquers Coca-Cola 600
With new pavement, harder tires and a smaller gas tank the 2006 Coca-Cola 600 was up in the air. One thing remained the same. The 2006 Coca-Cola 600 was won by the fastest car. Kasey Kahne lead the most laps and held off three time Coca-Cola 600 winner Jimmie Johnson at the end to claim the big win at Lowes Motor Speedway.
With new pavement, harder tires and a smaller gas tank the 2006 Coca-Cola 600 was up in the air. One thing remained the same. The 2006 Coca-Cola 600 was won by the fastest car. Kasey Kahne lead the most laps and held off three time Coca-Cola 600 winner Jimmie Johnson at the end to claim the big win at Lowes Motor Speedway.
Jimmie Johnson Survives to Win the 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge
The 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge was quite eventful. This race saw some surprises, too much rain, a big wreck and a fast run for the checkers. Jimmie Johnson has dominated Lowes Motor Speedway for the last few years. He continued that domination tonight and collected the $1,000,000 payday.
The 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge was quite eventful. This race saw some surprises, too much rain, a big wreck and a fast run for the checkers. Jimmie Johnson has dominated Lowes Motor Speedway for the last few years. He continued that domination tonight and collected the $1,000,000 payday.
Greg Biffle Tames Darlington Again in 2006
Greg Biffle won the 2005 Dodge Charger 500 in thrilling fashion. Today the 2006 Dodge Charger 500 was not thrilling, but Greg Biffle again took the win. Darlington Raceway is a tough abrasive old race track. This forces drivers to race the race track and not each other. Today the race was just not interesting until the final 20 laps as drivers battled their cars instead of each other.
Greg Biffle won the 2005 Dodge Charger 500 in thrilling fashion. Today the 2006 Dodge Charger 500 was not thrilling, but Greg Biffle again took the win. Darlington Raceway is a tough abrasive old race track. This forces drivers to race the race track and not each other. Today the race was just not interesting until the final 20 laps as drivers battled their cars instead of each other.
Dale Earnhardt Jr Rocks Richmond
The 2006 Crown Royal 400 in Richmond International Raceway started slow but ended with a shootout. Kevin Harvick dominated most of the race but wasn't able to pull out the win. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had what it took at the end to hold off the challengers to take the win.
The 2006 Crown Royal 400 in Richmond International Raceway started slow but ended with a shootout. Kevin Harvick dominated most of the race but wasn't able to pull out the win. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had what it took at the end to hold off the challengers to take the win.
Jimmie Johnson Takes Aaron's 499 at Talladega
Mother Nature won out over the 2006 Aarons 499 on Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway. However, when the cars took to the track on Monday it was Jimmie Johnson and his Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet that ruled the race. The Big One came early and took nearly one-third of the field in a cloud of smoke. This was a classic restrictor plate race for all it's joys and faults.
Mother Nature won out over the 2006 Aarons 499 on Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway. However, when the cars took to the track on Monday it was Jimmie Johnson and his Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet that ruled the race. The Big One came early and took nearly one-third of the field in a cloud of smoke. This was a classic restrictor plate race for all it's joys and faults.
Kevin Harvick Completes Phoenix Weekend Sweep
The 2006 Subway Fresh 500 from Phoenix International Raceway had a little bit of everything tonight. Long green flag runs, hot tempers, people running out of gas and a pass for the win inside the last ten laps. Kevin Harvick mastered this multi-faceted race to take the win in Phoenix.
The 2006 Subway Fresh 500 from Phoenix International Raceway had a little bit of everything tonight. Long green flag runs, hot tempers, people running out of gas and a pass for the win inside the last ten laps. Kevin Harvick mastered this multi-faceted race to take the win in Phoenix.
Kasey Kahne Keeps Texas Perfect by Winning the 2006 Samsung/RadioShack 500 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race at Texas Motor Speedway
The ten previous NEXTEL Cup races at Texas Motor Speedway had ten different winners. Today Kasey Kahne made it eleven winners in eleven races as he took the Samsung/RadioShack 500. The fastest car in the field got punted as Greg Biffle took a hard hit off of Kurt Busch's front bumper. Overall it was a fast, safe day as Texas Motor Speedway hosted an interesting 500 miles of NASCAR NEXTEL Cup racing.
The ten previous NEXTEL Cup races at Texas Motor Speedway had ten different winners. Today Kasey Kahne made it eleven winners in eleven races as he took the Samsung/RadioShack 500. The fastest car in the field got punted as Greg Biffle took a hard hit off of Kurt Busch's front bumper. Overall it was a fast, safe day as Texas Motor Speedway hosted an interesting 500 miles of NASCAR NEXTEL Cup racing.
Tony Stewart Leads Chevrolet To Win the 2006 DIRECTV 500 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race at Martinsville Speedway
Martinsville Speedway saw Chevrolet dominate the day as Tony Stewart held off three Hendrick Motorsports teammates to take the DIRECTV 500 win. There was a lot of beating and banging in Martinsville today as the little short-track put on one of the most exciting races of 2006. Tony Stewart survived a late race caution that saw Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch line up on his back bumper as they all charged for the win.
Martinsville Speedway saw Chevrolet dominate the day as Tony Stewart held off three Hendrick Motorsports teammates to take the DIRECTV 500 win. There was a lot of beating and banging in Martinsville today as the little short-track put on one of the most exciting races of 2006. Tony Stewart survived a late race caution that saw Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch line up on his back bumper as they all charged for the win.
Kurt Busch Bangs Matt Kenseth to take 2006 Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway
Today's Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway was a great example of why Bristol is one of the toughest tickets to get in all of NASCAR. This was a classic Bristol finish as three cars all had a shot at the win. In the end though Kurt Busch had to put a bumper on Matt Kenseth in order to take the win. The beating and banging caused tempers to flare and there were even some post race fireworks as some took exception to their treatment on the track.
Today's Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway was a great example of why Bristol is one of the toughest tickets to get in all of NASCAR. This was a classic Bristol finish as three cars all had a shot at the win. In the end though Kurt Busch had to put a bumper on Matt Kenseth in order to take the win. The beating and banging caused tempers to flare and there were even some post race fireworks as some took exception to their treatment on the track.
Kasey Kahne Takes Rain Delayed 2006 Cracker Barrel 500 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Kasey Kahne held off a hard charging Mark Martin to take the win in the rain delayed Golden Corral 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. This race saw Bill Lester make his historic first career start and a scary moment on pit road. Check out all the details from this race.
Kasey Kahne held off a hard charging Mark Martin to take the win in the rain delayed Golden Corral 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. This race saw Bill Lester make his historic first career start and a scary moment on pit road. Check out all the details from this race.
Jimmie Johnson Repeats Las Vegas Luck
Today the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup series stars paid their annual visit to Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The UAW-Daimler Chrysler 400 didn't see many battles at the front.The most exciting news of the day is that the track is going to be reconfigured before the 2007 event. Matt Kenseth lead over half of the race but he wasn't able to hold off Jimmie Johnson in a side-by-side battle to the finish.
Today the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup series stars paid their annual visit to Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The UAW-Daimler Chrysler 400 didn't see many battles at the front.The most exciting news of the day is that the track is going to be reconfigured before the 2007 event. Matt Kenseth lead over half of the race but he wasn't able to hold off Jimmie Johnson in a side-by-side battle to the finish.
Matt Kenseth Survives for 2006 Auto Club 500 Win at California Speedway
The Auto Club 500 at California Speedway proved to be a race of survival as the two fastest cars both blew the engine in the last 100 miles. Matt Kenseth had the right combination of speed, handling, strategy and strength to take the win in an exciting two lap green-white-checkers dash to the finish.
The Auto Club 500 at California Speedway proved to be a race of survival as the two fastest cars both blew the engine in the last 100 miles. Matt Kenseth had the right combination of speed, handling, strategy and strength to take the win in an exciting two lap green-white-checkers dash to the finish.
Tony Stewart Battles Jeff Gordon, Matt Kenseth, Kyle Busch and Himself During the 2006 Daytona 500
Tony Stewart did not win the 2006 Daytona 500 yet he still found himself the center of attention after the race. Tony Stewart complained about aggressive driving a week earlier and NASCAR listened. However, Tony Stewart needs to look no further than his own driver seat to see the source of the Daytona 500 problem. Will NASCAR do more to punish his outrageous actions?
Tony Stewart did not win the 2006 Daytona 500 yet he still found himself the center of attention after the race. Tony Stewart complained about aggressive driving a week earlier and NASCAR listened. However, Tony Stewart needs to look no further than his own driver seat to see the source of the Daytona 500 problem. Will NASCAR do more to punish his outrageous actions?
Jimmie Johnson Wins 2006 Daytona 500 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race
The Daytona 500 is the biggest and one of the most anticipated NASCAR NEXTEL Cup races of the year. Today the 2006 edition delivered on all of the hype with great racing and a thrilling green-white-checkers finish. Thankfully the drivers avoided "The Big One" as Jimmie Johnson brought his Hendrick Motorsports #48 car home for the big win.
The Daytona 500 is the biggest and one of the most anticipated NASCAR NEXTEL Cup races of the year. Today the 2006 edition delivered on all of the hype with great racing and a thrilling green-white-checkers finish. Thankfully the drivers avoided "The Big One" as Jimmie Johnson brought his Hendrick Motorsports #48 car home for the big win.
2006 Gatorade Duels are Done Daytona 500 Lineup is Set
The Gatorade Duel at Daytona races are in the books and finally the lineup is set for Sunday's Daytona 500. Since most of the field was already guaranteed a starting spot drivers were being extra-cautious during the races to make sure that they didn't damage their cars (or themselves). The interesting battles came back in the field as drivers tried to race their way into the Daytona 500.
The Gatorade Duel at Daytona races are in the books and finally the lineup is set for Sunday's Daytona 500. Since most of the field was already guaranteed a starting spot drivers were being extra-cautious during the races to make sure that they didn't damage their cars (or themselves). The interesting battles came back in the field as drivers tried to race their way into the Daytona 500.