As much as I like Carl Long, I think NASCAR did the right thing by upholding most of his penalty. When it comes to penalties, NASCAR has to be consistent, and can only look at the infraction, not who committed it.
Sprint Cup driver Carl Long had his 12-race suspension cut to eight races, but his record $200,00 fine still remains. Long was suspended because his engine was 0.17 cubic inches more than NASCAR’s legal limit. He appealed, asking for leniency for his small, under-funded team.
Robby Gordon Motorsports will field a second entry, the No. 04 Jim Beam/ Menards Camry, in the Toyota/Save Mart 350 this weekend, with PJ Jones behind the wheel.
Following the news that General Motors would be cutting its support of Chevy Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series teams, GM has told Sprint Cup teams to brace for cutbacks in its financial support of the series.
As if things weren’t bad enough for Jeremy Mayfield, now Triad Racing Technologies and BDR Acquisitions are suing Mayfield Motorsports Inc. for nearly $90,000 for parts, chassis and paint work. The suit alleges that MMI requested parts, and chassis and paint work, then later asked to return the parts instead of paying for them. The [...]
A bit of good news, Johnny Benson has been released from the hospital and is recovering from his injuries at home. We wish him a speedy, smooth recovery.
GM declared bankruptcy and pulled its factory support from the N’wide and truck series. Race attendance and viewership is down. As a result, NASCAR is looking at every option to attract fans, make racing interesting, and save money. Foreign automakers may be one option.
Kyle Busch and Kasey Kahne were among those testing tires and Indianapolis Motor Speedway this week. Both said this tire is better than the ones used in last year’s tire debacle.
NASCAR has filed a motion in federal court claiming that Dr. Harvey MacFenerstein, an expert witness for Jeremy Mayfield, lied about this qualifications and certifications. MacFenerstein argued that NASCAR’s drug policy is flawed and does not meet federal workplace guidelines.
If Danica Patrick ultimately decides now is the time for her to enter NASCAR, there will be a lot riding on her success. She’s attract a new fan base to the sport, and could boost its popularity. But, in order to do that she needs to run well. And, to do that, she needs to enter the sport the right way.
