NASCAR Manufacturers

NASCAR talks a lot about parity in the sport. They work hard to ensure that the playing field is level for all competitors. They do vigorous tech inspections before and after races and keep the rule book locked down tightly to attempt to ensure parity among all four manufacturers. But is parity a reality?

Toyota entered NASCAR NEXTEL Cup racing in 2007 after three years in the Craftsman Truck series. Toyota found success in the trucks fairly quickly but got off to a shaky start in NEXTEL Cup racing. Toyota has a lot on the line with their NASCAR investment. Here is everything you need to know about Toyota's NASCAR efforts.

Manufacturers have a saying that "What wins on Sunday sells on Monday." Even though there is little difference these days between the cars other than the decals this still holds true. Manufacturers find that success on the track still translates to success in the showroom. How well do you know the manufacturers and their history? Try out this fun quiz.

Toyota came into NEXTEL Cup racing with high hopes, but a firm understanding that the learning curve would be steep. Currently there are three NEXTEL Cup race teams attempting to qualify Toyota Camrys each week. Those three race teams are fielding a total of seven drivers.

NASCAR and Toyota Motorsports announced today that Toyota would expand their NASCAR program in 2007 to include the NEXTEL Cup and Busch Series. This announcement is bound to stir up strong feelings as some of the NASCAR faithful don't believe that foreign manufacturers should be allowed in NASCAR. Here are the facts behind the announcement and the potential impact for NASCAR fans.

One of the big changes in NASCAR for the 2006 season is the introduction of the Ford Fusion into NASCAR racing. Recently the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup teams have been testing at Daytona International Speedway and the Ford Fusion brought in mixed results.

Ford drivers have dominated NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Championships lately. Who are the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Drivers that make up Fords Blue Oval Brigade? Here are the top Ford drivers in the sport today.

One of the old "Big 3" automakers Chevrolet has a long history of success in NASCAR. With Hendrick Motorsport carrying the Chevrolet Bowtie proudly they still have a bright future in NASCAR.

Brief bios and fast facts about all of the drivers in the Dodge stable in both the Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Craftsman Truck Series.

Ford Racing covers their drivers, crews and teams with lots of news and some great photos. You can join Team Ford Racing for a special newsletter, multimedia content and other benefits.

Toyota first entered the NASCAR scene in 2000 when they raced in the NASCAR Dash Series. In 2004 they entered the Camping World Truck Series. 2007 saw them complete their NASCAR quest as they entered the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series.

Dodge unveiled a brand new NASCAR Sprint Cup race car for 2013. The question is whether or not there will be anyone around to drive it. Without Roger Penske will Dodge remain in NASCAR?