Archive for October, 2011
Kahne Tests Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 For First Time
As part of the electronic fuel-injection test Monday at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Kasey Kahne got behind the wheel of a Hendrick Motorsports Chevy for the first time. Kahne will replace Mark Martin in the No. 5 Chevy next year, with Farmer’s Insurance appearing as a sponsor. Kahne said: There were more differences than I expected. [...]
Bank Of America 500: Kenseth Steps Up His Game
Bank of America 500 Review: Kenseth proves he’s in the hunt; Hendrick Motorsports struggles; and underdogs shine at Charlotte.
Wheldon Dies In Crash At Vegas; Drivers React
Former IndyCar Series champion and 2011 Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon died from injuries sustained in a horrific mutli-car crash at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday.
Kenseth Wins At Charlotte; Johnson Takes Points Hit
Matt Kenseth won the Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway while Jimmie Johnson took a huge points hit, finishing 34th after a hard crash.
Hornaday Wins At Vegas For Second Straight Victory
Polesitter Ron Hornaday Jr. held off a late challenge by Matt Crafton on Saturday to earn his 51st Camping World Truck Series victory in the Smith’s 350 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Edwards Rallies For Nationwide Win At Charlotte
Despite making contact with the wall, Carl Edwards held off Kyle Busch to win the Dollar General 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Report: Addington Will Not Return To Penske Racing
Steve Addington will not return to the Penske Racing No. 22 Sprint Cup Dodge next season, according to Jim Utter of the Charlotte Observer.
Dollar General Moving To Joe Gibbs Racing In 2012
Dollar General is expected to announce that it will sponsor Joe Gibbs Racing Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series teams in 2012.
Rumor: Ragan Headed To TRG Motorsports?
David Ragan has been given permission to speak with other teams by Roush Fenway Racing. He could be headed to TRG’s No. 71.
Hollywood Casino 400 Review: Johnson A Contender
Hollywood Casino 400 Review: Johnson is a contender; Keselowski stay consistent; Edwards takes the points lead; and Earnhardt Jr just wants to win.
