Archive for February, 2013
Cassill to Drive For Circle Sport At Phoenix
Circle Sport Racing announced that Landon Cassill will drive the team’s No. 33 Sprint Cup Series Chevy starting with this weekend’s Subway Fresh Fit 500k at Phoenix International Raceway, the team announced. Moon Shine Altitude Attire will sponsor the car at Phoenix, and Mike Hillman Sr will be atop the pit box.
Lowe’s Renews With Hendrick Motorsports, Johnson
Hendrick Motorsports announced that Lowe’s Companies Inc has renewed its sponsorship of the No. 48 Sprint Cup Series team and five-time Cup champion Jimmie Johnson.
NASCAR, Teams To Discuss Gen 6 Plate Package
NASCAR plans to meet with Sprint Cup Series teams about the Generation 6 restrictor plate package and whether or not that package should change before the next restrictor plate race.
NASCAR Announces Sprint All-Star Race Format
NASCAR announced the format for the 2013 Sprint All-Star Race, which puts an emphasis on finishing well in each of the five segments.
Allmendinger Will Drive No. 51 Phoenix Racing Chevy At Phoenix
AJ Allmendinger will drive the No. 51 Guy Roofing Chevy of Phoenix Racing in the Subway Fresh Fit 500k at Phoenix International Raceway.
Hamlin Indicates Frustration With Logano On Twitter
Denny Hamlin was frustrated with Joey Logano’s decision to go three wide in the late stages of the Daytona 500.
Johnson Holds Off Earnhardt Jr To Win Daytona 500
Jimmie Johnson sped away from the field after the final restart in the Daytona 500 and held off a hard-charging Dale Earnhardt Jr. to win.
Stewart Wins DRIVE4COPD 300 At Daytona
Tony Stewart won the DRIVE4COPD 300 at Daytona, but the victory was marred by a heart-stopping wreck that saw Kyle Larson’s car demolished after flying into the catch fence.
Sauter Wins NextEra Energy Resources 250 At Daytona
Johnny Sauter won the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway, his first victory at the storied track.
GEICO To Sponsor No. 13 For Full Cup Season In 2013, 2014
GEICO announced that it will sponsor the No. 13 Germain Racing Ford and driver Casey Mears for the full Sprint Cup Series season in both 2013 and 2014.
