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NASCAR Racing: Most Popular Articles

These articles are the most popular over the last month.
How To Become a NASCAR Star
Want to be a NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver or get your child started down the path? This is how you get started in a career as a NASCAR driver.
2012 All-Star Race
The 2012 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race takes center stage this Saturday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway. There are no points on the line this weekend but there is a $1,000,000 payday for the winner.
Best All-Time NASCAR Drivers
NASCAR has a long history of fantastic finishes, powerful machines and historic events. Most of all, though, NASCAR history has been defined by the drivers. Of the hundreds of men and women who have driven these machines only a small percentage have ever won a race and even fewer have ever managed to win a Championship. From that elite list who are truly the best NASCAR drivers of all time? Here are my picks for the top five drivers in the history of NASCAR.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Stats Wins By Number Of Wins
Table containing every NASCAR Sprint Cup driver to ever win a race, number of wins and number of championships, sorted by number of wins.
Fastest NASCAR Race Tracks
Here are the fastest race tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. While Talladega has the all-time official NASCAR track record, this list is sorted by fastest qualifying speed since 2000. If you want to go today and see the Sprint Cup stars fly by at top speeds these are the race tracks you need to visit.
NASCAR Points Explained
The NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide Series and Camping World Truck Series stars race every week towards the year-end championship. But how do they determine who the Champion is at the end of the year? The NASCAR points system was changed for the 2011 season to make it completely straightforward. Here is the full rundown as to how NASCAR points are calculated after a race.
How NASCAR Splits The Money
Did you ever notice in the official NASCAR results that sometimes a lower finishing driver will earn more than the guys right in front of him? NASCAR has a method to determining how much each team earns, but it's not all based on your finishing position. Learn how the money is distributed after a NASCAR race.
Budweiser Shootout Explained
The NASCAR Sprint Cup season begins each season with the Budweiser Shootout. This non-points race generates a lot of excitement as this is the first race of the year. Not all drivers qualify for this special event though. How does a driver get into the NASCAR Budweiser Shootout? Here is everything that a race fan needs to know about the Budweiser Shootout.
Buy A NASCAR Scanner
Before you spend the money on a NASCAR scanner and headset, make sure that you are buying a scanner that meets your NASCAR needs with this set of tips.
Top NASCAR Scanners
Having a scanner at a NASCAR race allows you to hear the drivers, spotters and crew talk to each other during the race. You can also listen in on the NASCAR officials or simply listen to the radio broadcast. With so many choices available, buying a scanner can be a daunting task. Here are the best choices among the current lineup of NASCAR scanners available today.
How To Contact NASCAR
How to contact NASCAR? Here are their mailing address, phone number and email addresses as well as the NASCAR JobLine which lists their current open job opportunities.
Longest NASCAR Race Tracks
NASCAR Sprint Cup race tracks come in all shapes and sizes. Here are the top ten longest race tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit.
2012 Coca-Cola 600
The 2012 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway preview and predictions.
How Far Are They Going? Rac...
Which is longer, the Sharpie 500 at Bristol or the Aarons 499 at Talladega? How does NASCAR know how many laps to race each weekend? Is it laps, miles or something else? These are popular questions that even seasoned NASCAR fans have. Let me take a minute to explain.
What Is A NASCAR Race Car?
What is a NASCAR Sprint Cup race car? Here are the facts, figures, stats and rules that define what a NASCAR Sprint Cup race car is.
NASCAR Rulebook Quiz
How well do you know the NASCAR rulebook? This fun quiz will test your NASCAR knowledge.
Johnson Wins 2012 All-Star Race
Jimmie Johnson claims the 2012 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race victory as rule changes make individual segment wins the key to victory.
What is NASCAR?
What is NASCAR? Why is it different from other racing series and just what is the point of all this?
Biggest NASCAR Races
Every one of the 36 points races on the Sprint Cup schedule are worth the same number of points. However not all races are truly equal in the minds of the drivers, fans and media. Here are the biggest races on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule.
Flags Of NASCAR
There are eight different flags that the NASCAR officials use from the flag stand to control the race. Many are a common site during the course of a race but some are a bit obscure and require a little more explanation. This is the green flag.
Top Sprint Cup Road Courses
The NASCAR Sprint Cup stars are known mostly for their uncanny ability to turn left. However twice each year NASCAR tests the drivers road racing skills at two of the finest road courses in the country. Here are the NASCAR Sprint Cup road course race tracks.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Stats Wins By Driver
Table containing every NASCAR Sprint Cup driver to ever win a race, number of wins and number of championships, sorted by driver's last name.
Force Feedback Steering Wheels
The best Force Feedback steering wheels for your PC gaming. These force feedback steering wheel product reviews will help you get the most out of NASCAR Racing games.
Hearing Sense For NASCAR Fans
Everyone knows that race cars are loud yet every week I see a large percentage of race fans with no hearing protection of any kind. Hearing is an important part of our lives, and our NASCAR passion, but too many NASCAR fans are not taking good care of their hearing.
Jimmie Johnson
Biography of Jimmie Johnson NASCAR Sprint Cup driver of the Lowes number 48 for Hendrick Motorsports and Jeff Gordon. Jimmie Johnson is the only driver to win four NASCAR Sprint Cup Championships in a row. Jimmie was the 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion.
PC Steering Wheel Roundup
The complete list of wheels sorted by their review score. Who is the overall winner?
NASCAR Scanners 101
What are those headsets that everybody is wearing at the NASCAR races? What can you really hear? Are they worth the money? Get all the information you need about scanners here.
Who is Miss Sprint Cup?
You see her in Victory Lane every week smiling for the camera but who is Miss Sprint Cup? How did she get that job? Is that all she does?
Charlotte Motor Speedway
With a large majority of NASCAR teams based within 30 miles of Charlotte Motor Speedway in North Carolina this is truly the heart of NASCAR country.
2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Schedule
See where the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers will be racing in 2012. This is the 2012 NASCAR schedule as announced by NASCAR in September of 2011.
NASCAR Needs Danica Patrick
In 2009 there are no women competing in the Sprint Cup or Nationwide Series. The Craftsman Truck Series has had a few female competitors in 2009 including Gabi Dicarlo, Michelle Theriault, Caitlin Shaw and Jennifer Jo Cobb. However none of these women have a full-time ride in the series.
Bristol Seating Review
For those that have never been to Bristol Motor Speedway for NASCAR, try to imagine a football stadium that seats over 150,000 people, and instead of football on the field, they are running a 43 car, high-speed, bumper-to-bumper race at speeds exceeding 120 mph. Taking a few minutes to read this Bristol seating review will help you find the perfect seats for the race and maximize your NASCAR experience at Bristol Motor Speedway.
2012 Daytona 500 Money
The 2012 Daytona 500 will feature a record purse. Over $19 million will be awarded to the field with the winner guaranteed at least $1.4 million. Will Daytona International Speedway force Bruton Smith to up the ante for the All-Star Race in May?
NASCAR Cheaters Still Win
NASCAR is one of the few places in sport where it actually does pay to cheat sometimes. Recently in Las Vegas both winner Jimmie Johnson's and second place driver Kyle Busch's cars failed post race inspection. What should NASCAR have done?
How NASCAR Qualifying Works
In a perfect world the fastest 43 cars that show up for NASCAR qualifying on any given week would start the race. However in order to reward the teams that show up week in and week out NASCAR has guaranteed starting spots and provisionals.
Logitech Momo Force
Logitech has made an effort to produce the best steering wheel at a reasonable price. Does their Momo Force fill the bill? Here is a complete review.
African-Americans in NASCAR
NASCAR has long struggled with its efforts to foster diversity and encourage young minorities to embrace the sport. NASCAR is over 50 years old and in that time only three African-Americans have made it to NASCAR's top series. Here is a look back at African-Americans in NASCAR.
RE3000 Scanner
Overall the Racing Electronics RE3000 is a great scanner for NASCAR fans. The size and weight are excellent for a long day at the track. It's got plenty of channels for a full weekend of racing and plenty of very racefan-friendly features.
Logitech G25 Racing Wheel
The Logitech G25 Racing Wheel is the finest force-feedback steering wheel available today. The G25 Racing Wheel features stainless steel, aluminum and leather components which highlight the overall quality of this wheel. The G25 costs a bit more than the other wheels available but if you take your sim racing seriously it is well worth it.
Logitech Momo Racing Force ...
Take everything good about the Logitech Momo Force and add better pedals, a stick shifter and a lower
Best NASCAR Magazines
If you're looking for the best NASCAR news and information in print these NASCAR magazines are for you. Whether you are want great full color NASCAR photos or in-depth NASCAR news in a no nonsense format or to learn more about your NASCAR collectibles there is a NASCAR magazine here to suit your style.
NASCAR Nickname Quiz
Through the years NASCAR racing drivers, tracks and crew members have spawned many colorful and interesting nicknames. Can you match the right nickname to the right person? How about naming a race track solely based on its nickname? This fun quiz will test your knowledge of NASCAR nicknames.
SIRIUS NASCAR Radio
Starting in 2007 SIRIUS Satellite Radio has launched SIRIUS NASCAR Radio. This service includes live coverage of every NEXTEL Cup, Busch and Craftsman Truck series event along with live scanner feeds. When they are not at the track SIRIUS NASCAR Radio brings round the clock news, interviews and expert opinion on all things NASCAR. SIRIUS NASCAR Radio is all the NASCAR information that any fan could want.
NASCAR Dodge Avenger Profile
Dodge Avenger NASCAR Car of Tomorrow Drivers Side
Lucky Dog Rule Explained
In 2003, in an effort to increase safety for the drivers, NASCAR banned racing back to the yellow after
NASCAR Race Track Quiz
You see them every week, either in person or on TV. But how much do you really know about therace tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule? Take this quiz to test your race track knowledge.
What is The Chase for the Cup?
Since 2004 the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship has been decided by a kind of playoff system called The Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Sometimes this is called simply the Chase for the Cup. What is The Chase? Why does it exist? Who is eligible for it? Here is a primer on The Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.
NASCAR
What does the acronym NASCAR stand for?
Oldest NASCAR Race Tracks
NASCAR has a rich history of racing dating back to 1949 at a variety of race tracks across the country. Many race tracks from the past disappeared on their own as victims of financial hard times or urban development. Other tracks were simply bumped from the schedule in order to free up a date for a newer track. Here are the oldest NASCAR Sprint Cup race tracks on the schedule.
Who Started NASCAR?
Today NASCAR is one of the most popular sports in America. Where did the multi-billion dollar organization of today get its start? Who founded NASCAR? Where? Why? This article digs into the very early days of this great sport.
Indy 500 vs Coca-Cola 600
The Sunday before Memorial Day is one of the great days in all of American motorsports as the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 races are back-to-back. This is a great day for race fans around the world. Comparisons between the two great events are inevitable but the question still stands. Which is the better motorsports event the Indy 500 or the Coca-Cola 600?
2011 All-Star Race
The 2011 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race takes center stage this Saturday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway. There are no points on the line this weekend but there is a $1,000,000 payday for the winner.
Hendrick Motorsports Drivers
Hendrick Motorsports has been the most dominant team in NASCAR Sprint Cup racing in recent years. Landing a Hendrick Motorsports ride means that you have arrived in NASCAR as the best of the best. Here is the 2010 Hendrick Motorsports lineup.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Win By Championships Won
Table containing every NASCAR Sprint Cup driver to ever win a race, number of wins and number of championships, sorted by Championships Won.
NASCAR vs Formula One
We've seen lately that NASCAR is not perfect but this weekend's US Grand Prix confirms something that many of us have known all along. NASCAR is a lot better than Formula One racing.
TrackStar 6000
ECCI claims that their Trackstar 6000 is clearly the best PC steering wheel and pedal set on the market. Is it? I had the pleasure of using one for a couple of weeks and here is what I discovered.
NASCAR Race Cars - Quiz
It takes a lot of knowledge to get a NASCAR Sprint Cup race car to go fast. Tires, engines, setups and safety all play a part in getting to victory lane. How much do you know about NASCAR race cars and the basic setup terms that you hear the teams talk about each week? Here is a fun quiz to test your knowledge of the NASCAR Race Cars and how to make them go fast.
Logitech G27 Racing Wheel
Logitech's newest racing wheel for the PC and PS3 is the Logitech G27 Racing Wheel. This top of the line force feedback racing wheel is probably Logitech's best but is it worth the upgrade from the Logitech G25 that it replaces in the lineup?
Daytona 500 Winners
Here are all Daytona 500 winners and their average speed in miles per hour.
ProScan 100 Trackside Scanner
The ProScan 100 Trackside Scanner includes a 100 channel NASCAR scanner and an FM radio in one attractive package. Could this be the perfect scanner for you?
Hyper Stimulator
The HyperStimulator is a full racing cockpit including top-quality PC steering wheel and pedals.
2012 NASCAR Nationwide Series schedule
The 2012 NASCAR Nationwide Series schedule as announced by NASCAR in October of 2011. Here is the 2012 NASCAR Nationwide Series schedule.
Top Sprint Cup Short Tracks
NASCAR defines a short track as any track less than one mile in length. NASCAR fans know that short track racing is defined by bumping and banging, short tempers and fast action. Ask NASCAR fans to name their favorite race track and more than half will name a short track even though only 6 of the 36 races are held on the three remaining short tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. Here they are in order by popularity and excitement.
NASCAR Tailgate Parties
NASCAR races are a great place to get together with friends and fans before and after the race. Here are the best race track tailgate parties.
Dodge Avenger NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Car Of Tomorrow
Dodge will be racing two different models in 2007. Their traditional NEXTEL Cup car continues to be the Charger. The Dodge Car of Tomorrow is based on the 2008 Dodge Avenger. Here are some photos of the new NEXTEL Cup Dodge Avenger Car of Tomorrow.
Dodge Out in 2013?
Roger Penske announced in early 2012 that his NASCAR teams will switch back to Ford for the 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup season. Since only three drivers currently race Dodges in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and two of them are Penske cars and the other is a small single-car team where does this leave Dodge for 2013?
NASCAR Glossary
NASCAR related terms and phrases defined in this glossary such as push, loose, NASCAR, dnf, dnq, black flag, bump draft, provisional and more..
High-Tech NASCAR Gadgets
NASCAR fans love toys and gadgets like DVRs, scanners, GPS units and force-feedback steering wheels. Here are the best electronic high tech toys for NASCAR fans.
50 Years of Daytona 500 Race Cars
2008 marks the 50th running of the Daytona 500. A lot has changed in NASCAR since that very first Daytona 500 was run on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway. Speed, safety and competition have all seen great advances through the decades. Here are the major advances in 50 years of Daytona 500 race cars.
Ford Drivers in Sprint Cup
Ford drivers have dominated NASCAR Sprint Cup Championships lately. Who are the NASCAR Sprint Cup Drivers that make up Fords Blue Oval Brigade? Here are the top Ford drivers in the sport today.
Infineon Raceway
One of only two road courses on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule Infineon Raceway in Sonoma California always puts on a close and interesting race.
Talladega Superspeedway
Talladega Superspeedway features a full 500 miles of white-knuckle racing for the drivers as any small mistake can cause the massive wreck at 190mph known as The Big One.
Mark Martin
Biography of Mark Martin NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, five time Championship runner up.
Daytona 500 Qualifying Process
Daytona 500 qualifying is completely different than any other race on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. The drivers compete in standard time trials, but then also hold two races to set the starting lineup. Here is an explanation of how qualifying for the Daytona 500 works.
Daytona 500 Moments
The Great American Race has had some moments in its history that have helped define the sport. Photo finishes, fights and huge underdog winners have highlighted the history of this classic race. Here are the top ten greatest moments in Daytona 500 history.
2010 All-Star Race
This weekend the NASCAR Sprint Cup stars come into the 2010 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race with a win-it-or-wreck-it attitude. There are no points on the line this weekend but there is a $1,000,000 payday for the winner. This made-for-TV event is a 100-lap four-segment dash for cash ending with a 10-lap dash for the cash. There is little time for patience and strategy. Drivers need to go all out, get to the front and collect the win.
Download the NASCAR Racing 3 Demo Here!
Want to try out the greatest racing game on the planet? Download the free demo here.
Martinsville Speedway
Martinsville Speedway's flat paperclip shaped oval is a short track racers dream.
Watkins Glen International
One of only two stops on the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup schedule where the drivers have to turn right. The historic Watkins Glen road course really puts drivers to the test.
NASCAR Car Of Tomorrow
The NASCAR Car Of Tomorrow will be introduced to NEXTEL Cup racing for 16 races in 2007. NASCAR will switch to the Car of Tomorrow for the entire 2008 schedule. What is the Car Of Tomorrow and why is NASCAR switching to it?
Rear of the Retail 2008 Dodge Avenger
2008 Dodge Avenger Retail Version Back
How to buy NASCAR tickets
It is never impossible to get tickets for any NASCAR race, even on short notice. All it takes is a little work and a little know-how. At every race there are tickets that go unused that you could have had. Just follow these steps and you can get tickets to any NASCAR race that you want to attend.
07 Chase for the Cup Races
Which race tracks have the honor of helping to determine the 2007 NEXTEL Cup Champion? The 2007 Chase For The NEXTEL Cup is made up of the last ten races on the NEXTEL Cup schedule. Twelve drivers will battle over these final ten races of the season to determine who will be the 2007 Champ. From New Hampshire to Homestead, here are those ten races that make up the 2007 Chase for the Cup.
Earnhardt's Seat Belt May Have Been Cut! Nascar Dale Earnhardt
    Earnhardt's Seat Belt May Have Been Cut! Dateline: 04/15/01 It now appears that Bill Simpson was
Ban Daytona and Talladega
As NASCAR continues to grow, and continues to prove that they can not find an adequate solution to the drivers' concerns, it becomes more and more apparent that both Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway have outlived their usefulness to NASCAR.
2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Changes
Every NASCAR season has some drivers shuffling between rides but 2012 will see more familiar faces in new cars than normal. Here are the biggest driver and team changes for the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup season.
Darlington Raceway
Since the very first Southern 500 race on Labor Day 1950 Darlington Raceway's tricky egg shape and narrow straights have challeneged NASCAR's best drivers.
Game Commander 2 Full Product Review
version 3.0, Game Commander 2 is great technology that lets you control the game without taking your hands off the wheel!
loose
What does loose mean in NASCAR?
Thrustmaster NASCAR Pro Force Feedback Steering Wheel Full Review
I wasn't sure what I expected when I opened up their latest wheel but it definitely wasn't this! The NASCAR Pro Force Feedback Wheel is a winner from top to bottom., from your About.com Guide
Dale Earnhardt Jr
Biography of Dale Earnhardt Jr. NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, Busch Series team owner.
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway hosts two NASCAR Sprint Cup races each year, the Daytona 500 in February and the Pepsi 400 in July. These are two of the biggest, fastest and most nerve wracking events on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. The fast 2.5 mile tri-oval uses restrictor plates to keep the speeds managable but those plates create fertile ground for The Big One.
Shawna Robinson: Woman In Winston Cup
Shawna Robinson will be in NASCAR Winston Cup racing later this season, what does it mean for the sport and its fans?
2012 Budweiser Shootout
The 2012 Budweiser Shootout features the sport's best and brightest as well as some legends from the past. The list of eligible drivers for this non-points preseason event has been announced and once again NASCAR has tweaked the entry list. See who is in the race this year.
Tony Stewart
Biography of Tony Stewart NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, IRL Champion, 1999 Rookie of the Year, 2002, 2005 and 2011 Sprint Cup Champion.
2011 Sprint Cup Series Points
The 2011 Chase for the Cup has come to a close with one of the most thrilling Championship battles of all time. Tony Stewart beat Carl Edwards to the checkered flag in a 1-2 finish which determined the Championship. They finished in a dead heat in points but Tony Stewart won the Cup because he won more races in 2011. Here are the final NASCAR Sprint Cup series points.
Denny Hamlin
Biography of Denny Hamlin NASCAR Sprint Cup driver of the Joe Gibbs Racing #11 FedEx Racing Toyota and 2006 Rookie of the Year.
Microsoft Sidewinder FF
The Microsoft Sidewinder Force Feedback Steering Wheel has a lot of programmable buttons and good FF effects. But there are better options out there for the money.
Driver Points vs Owner Points
NASCAR maintains two separate point systems, one for the drivers and the other for car owners. While the point systems are similar the points are used in very different ways. Here are the similarities and differences between the driver points and the car owner points.
What is NASCAR Day?
NASCAR Day was created to celebrate the NASCAR spirit and NASCAR fans. NASCAR fans are encouraged to purchase a collectible pin for $5 and wear it proudly on the third Saturday in May. The money goes to the NASCAR Foundation which supports dozens of NASCAR-related charities including the Victory Junction Gang Camp and Speedway Childrens Charities.
NASCAR Books
NASCAR's colorful drivers and rich history have spawned many books. Here are the NASCAR books that are most worth your time and money.
Toyota In NASCAR
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.
Bristol Motor Speedway
The worlds fastest half mile Bristol Motor Speedway packs in the NASCAR fans twice each year. The racing is fast and furious as often the only way to pass is to shove the guy in front out of the way.
Buy Binoculars For NASCAR
Buying binoculars for NASCAR can be confusing. What do all those numbers mean and why do you care? This guide can help.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the most famous motorsports icon in North America. NASCAR NEXTEL Cup drivers have been challenging the famous speedway since 1994.
push
What does push mean in NASCAR?
2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Points
Greg Biffle still leads the current 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup point standings.
NASCAR Dodge Avenger Top Front
Dodge Avenger NASCAR Car of Tomorrow Top Front Left Corner View
A Day For Legends
It was a day for legends as The King won the race while The Great One retired.
NASCAR Rookie Stripe
What is a NASCAR rookie stripe?: nascar race car veteran drivers tag examples page nbsp series rookie
10 Questions about Tony Stewart - Quiz
Tony Stewart has had an incredibly successful career as a race car driver. He is a former NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion and could win many more titles before he hangs up his helmet. How much do you know about him? Here are ten Tony Stewart questions.
Danica Patrick
Biography of former open wheel star and current NASCAR driver Danica Patrick.
How to Listen to the NASCAR Race Online
Where to listen to the NASCAR race radio broadcast online.
My Stopwatch
This racing stopwatch from Robic allows you to enter in the size of the track. Then when you time a lap it will calculate MPH. Mostly I use my stopwatch to track the gap between cars. When the leader has a big lead I use the stopwatch to see if the second place car is gaining. Television does this for you but you don't have that luxury from the stands.
NASCAR Families - Quiz
NASCAR has a long tradition of being a family sport. Famous family names like Petty, Allison, Earnhardt, Waltrip and Wallace tie the past to the present and help make NASCAR what it is today. How well do you know about NASCAR's family ties? Here is a quiz to test your knowledge of NASCAR's most famous families.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Wins 2008 Budweiser Shootout
Dale Earnhardt Junior Hoists the 2008 Budweiser Shootout Trophy
Thrustmaster Formula T2 Review
Thrustmaster's legendary racing system. The T2 was not without it's faults but probably served more race fans than any other wheel.
Actions Detrimental To Racing
Nearly every penalty that NASCAR hands down mentions section 12-4-A of the NASCAR rule book. That NASCAR
Roush Fenway Racing Drivers
Roush Fenway Racing won both the 2003 and 2004 Sprint Cup Championships and has been a major player in the sport since 1988. Here is the current Roush Fenway Racing team.
How to win the NASCAR Title
The NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship is the pinnacle of American motorsports. What does it really take to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup title? Here are the step-by-step instructions that the 2004 and 2005 NASCAR Champions Kurt Busch and Tony Stewart used on their way to the title.
Pole Position
What is NASCAR pole position?: page nbsp pole position pronunciation noun lt
2009 All-Star Race
The 2009 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race is one of NASCAR's "don't miss" events. This year they have tweaked the format once again and the 10 lap dash-for-cash is back. The winner of the 2009 All-Star race will once again walk away with over a million dollars.
Jeff Gordon
Biography of Jeff Gordon NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver, car owner and four time NEXTEL Cup champion for Hendrick Motorsports.
Lee Petty and his 1959 Daytona 500 #43
Some features of a 1959 Daytona 500 race car: Cars are "stock" Basic roll bars added Headlights covered
My Race Bag
This is my race bag. It holds everything I need for a long day at the track. It holds 12 drinks plus ice and has pockets for all of my racing essentials.
Michigan International
Michigan International Speedway is a great place to watch NASCAR. The wide corners often feature three distinct grooves which allows for some exciting racing.
Seat Cushion
This is the newest addition to my race gear. I never found a seat cushion that I liked until I found this convenient inflatable one. It folds up small but is remarkably comfortable on the stands. The trick here is to not blow it up all the way. This cushion is much more comfortable when it is only 3/4 full of air.
Why The Leader is Always Wrong
How many times have you heard a crew chief say we really didn't need that last caution after losing a race with a bad pit strategy call? It happens all the time in NASCAR where a late race yellow and a series of pit stops affects the outcome of the race. Why is it so hard for the crew chief of the leading car to make the right decision? Here is a look at late race pit strategy and why the leader is so often wrong.
Tony Stewart Drives New Car at Daytona in 2008
2008 brings a new car style full-time to NASCAR Sprint Cup racing. The new car is taller, wider and less aerodynamic as NASCAR seeks to improve safety and competition.
The France Family
Who are the France family? Why do they mean so much to NASCAR?
2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series schedule
The 2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series schedule as announced by NASCAR in November of 2011. Here is the complete 2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series schedule.
Tight
What does it mean when a car is tight: page nbsp racetrack pronunciation lt wheel
Texas Motor Speedway
This 1.5 mile quad-oval near Fort Worth Texas has hosted NASCAR racing since 1997 when its first Cup series race started with a huge wreck in turn 1. Since then the track has seen many good races mixed in with extremely high speeds.
Kasey Kahne
Biography of Kasey Kahne NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, 2004 Sprint Cup Raybestos Rookie Of The Year.
Rusty Wallace
Biography of Rusty Wallace NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver, 1989 NEXTEL Cup Champion.
How to buy Bristol Tickets
Interested in getting into the good seats for a NASCAR race at Bristol? Welcome to the club. Bristol hosts two of the biggest races on the NASCAR schedule each year, so you better do your homework to beat the average race fan to those tickets. Here are a few cool tips to help you get your hands on hot Bristol race tickets.
NASCAR Dodge Avenger Unveiled
NASCAR Dodge Avenger Car of Tomorrow
TSW2 Cup 13 Review
The older brother to the TSW2 Stock, this wheel features a large steering wheel and some additional features.
More Night Races?
NASCAR has been racing under the lights since Bristol Motor Speedway lit up its half-mile oval in 1978. Since then NASCAR has added a few more night races to the schedule but hasn't rushed headlong into racing after dark. Should NASCAR add more night races or do we already have too many? The answer is not as obvious as it may seem.
Gentleman's Agreement Isn't...
For years NASCAR has described racing back to the yellow flag as a gentlemans agreement. This weekend in Texas, NASCAR blurred the rules and enforced the gentleman's agreement with an official action.
Farewell Winston, Hello NEXTEL
RJ Reynolds and the Winston brand have done a lot for NASCAR since 1973 but NASCAR has reached the point though where being associated with Winston is holding it back. NEXTEL brings no such social baggage to the brand. Now that the tobacco restrictions no longer apply there is an entire crowd of young NASCAR fans that can be aggressively marketed to.
Meet Team Toyota
2009 marks Toyota's third full season in NASCAR's premier series. After struggling in their debut season Toyota rebounded strong in 2008 with Joe Gibbs Racing leading the charge. 2009 shows eleven full-time Sprint Cup drivers will be showing up at the track each week in Toyotas. Here are the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Toyota drivers.
2011 Banquet
This Friday night is the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Awards Banquet. The Wynn Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas will play host to NASCAR's biggest stars as Tony Stewart will officially collect the 2011 Sprint Cup trophy.
Dirt Track Racing: Sprint Cars - Full Product Review
version 3.0, If you want to sling some mud on your PC Ratbag Games has the solution, Sprint Cars!
NASCAR Television 2007 - 2014
NASCAR recently signed a new eight year television package which will begin with the 2007 season. The new deal raises the number of networks covering the sport as ABC/ESPN and SPEED have joined the Sprint Cup ranks. This makes knowing what channel the race is on much more difficult to keep track of. Here is everything that you need to know about the 2007 NASCAR Sprint Cup television package.
Scanner Antennas
I carry two antennas in my bag. They are light and don't take up much room. I use the stubby antenna at most tracks and it picks up everything just fine. Some of the larger tracks (Indianapolis, road courses) require the longer antenna in order to hear everything.
NASCAR Twitter Handles
Looking to stay in touch with NASCAR? The personalities and organizations that make up NASCAR have flocked to social media sites to spread the news. Here are Twitter handles for many NASCAR drivers, officials, tracks and more.
Edwards Wins 2011 All-Star Race
The 2011 Sprint All-Star Race pits NASCAR's best against each other in a $1,000,000 trophy dash. Typically a barn-burner event this was one of the least eventful All-Star races of all time. The most interesting thing that happened all night was when winner Carl Edwards ripped the front end off his car during his victory celebration.
Scanner Headset
Obviously a scanner needs a headset so you can hear during the race. Mine is a middle-of-the-road model. I replaced the factory ear seals with the gel ones you see here and recommend them. They are very comfortable.
Bill Elliott Wins 1987 Daytona 500
1987 was last Daytona 500 before the restrictor plate was introduced. Bill Elliott qualified for the 1987 Daytona 500 pole at 210.364 MPH. This still stands as the qualifying record.

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