Hendrick Motorsports

Francis To Join Kahne At Hendrick Motorsports In 2012

By Michael J Smith ⋅ July 28, 2011 ⋅ One comment

Crew chief Kenny Francis leave Red Bull Racing at season’s end to join Kasey Kahne at Hendrick Motorsports next season, HMS announced.

Johnson Gets A New Front Tire Changer

By Michael J Smith ⋅ July 27, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Chad Knaus, crew chief of the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy, has made crew change that will take effect at the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The team has a new front tire changer.

Staying With HMS Makes Sense For Earnhardt Jr

By Michael J Smith ⋅ June 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Rick Hendrick is finalizing a contract extension that would keep Dale Earnhardt Jr with Hendrick Motorsports for the next three-to-five years. It makes sense for him to re-sign with the team.

Report: Red Bull Racing To Leave NASCAR

By Michael J Smith ⋅ June 21, 2011 ⋅ 5 comments

It is being reported that Red Bull Racing will leave NASCAR at the end of the season. An RBR official traveled to Michigan to inform industry leaders of the decision.

HMS Reportedly Close To Extension For Earnhardt Jr

By Michael J Smith ⋅ May 24, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Hendrick Motorsports is reportedly close to a multi-year contract extension for NASCAR’s most popular driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr, team owner Rick Hendrick said at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Farmers To Sponsor Martin, HMS In Five-Race Deal

By Michael J Smith ⋅ April 19, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Hendrick Motorsports announced that Farmers Insurance signed a five-race sponsorship agreement to appear as primary sponsor on HMS Chevys driven by Mark Martin. They will kick off the relationship by fielding a special “throwback” paint scheme.

Is This Earnhardt Jr’s Best Year With Hendrick?

By Michael J Smith ⋅ April 13, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

There is no doubt that Earnhardt Jr is running better than he has been lately. But, just how well is he running compared to his previous seasons with HMS? Is this his best year?

Martin ‘Absolutely, Without A Doubt’ Plans To Race In 2012

By Michael J Smith ⋅ January 27, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Mark Martin, who is entering the final year of his contract with Hendrick Motorsports and will be replaced in 2012 by Kasey Kahne, said that he was not done racing, and wouldn’t retire in 2012.

Evernham Reunites With Hendrick Motorsports

By Michael J Smith ⋅ January 5, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Ray Evernham Enterprises, a company founded by the former Sprint Cup championship crew chief, has been retained by Hendrick Motorsports to oversee strategic iniatives for team owner Rich Hendrick.