NASCAR Sprint Cup Archived News
NASCAR Dated News Archives |
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News updated throughout the day. |
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Kentucky /ISC suit will not affect '07 speedway schedule, J. Gordon to Co-host Regis and Kelly, Jack Roush honored by Ford Motor Company, C. Mears to Hendrick Motorsports Officially, Ganassi denies ESPN Wheldon story, New Earnhardt, documentary set for theaters and television, UPS to Evernham? |
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Vickers seeks release from Hendrick, Mears likely to replace him, MB and DEI Partnership possible, buyout unlikely, Scientology and NASCAR?, Kenseth upends McMurray's Win, Ky. Busch regrets incident, Earnhardt, Jr. doesn't like sponsor limitations, Jason Jarrett to spot for Dad Dale |
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ISC proposal to WA. Legislators went favorable for Speedway, Budweiser Father's Day paint scheme, honors 3 generations of Earnhardt's, Both Mayfield and Busch docked points, Busch fined 50k, Indy 500 winner Hornish doesn't rule out NASCAR, New GM engine?, Kahne wins Coca-Cola 600 |
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Stewart and McMurray to the hospital, Disney's "Cars" World premiere at Lowe's, Microsoft to sponsor Green #66, Petty's opinion hasn't changed in 30 years, Bill Lester visits area Michigan schools and MIS, Roush Tops Forbes list, Chili Peppers, Full Schedule next year for CJM, American Idol Carrie Underwood to sing at Lowe's, Rising racing star killed in auto-accident |
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Mayfield to Waltrip Racing?, Johnson wins All-Star Challenge, Martin to unveil new rap video, Stewart inks Satellite radio show, Waltrip looking to expand to 3 car Cup team? Record Las Vegas Economic NASCAR Boom in March, Petty Enterprise still looking for sponsors for select races |
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Lowe's and Jimmie Johnson extends with Hendrick through 2010, Greg Biffle edges Jeff Gordon to win Dodge Charger 500, Waltrip/Jarrett make it Official, Jarrett in Toyota in '07, ISC's France ask SI to keep it a democratic process, FX Richmond highest ever, All three S.I. Councilmember's against ISC proposal, Labbe suspended 3 races, Dodge Dealers not happy with fees? |
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Dale Earnhardt, Jr. wins the Crown Royal 400, K. Harvick and RCR announces contract extension through 2009, Future holds big things for NASCAR fans on TV, ESPN & DirecTV, Jarrett informed RYR of Toyota switch?, NASCAR upholds Penalty and Fines, Vickers on winning, and Hendrick contract, Johnson wins rain delayed Aaron's 499 |
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NYC NASCAR track meeting canceled after police break up unruly residents, Ricky Rudd and Toyota?, #31 jackman Yost back at Talladega, NASCAR fans killed at Talladega, Earnhardt, Jr. to drive black #8 at 'Dega, NASCAR will not fine younger Busch, Harvick sweeps in Phoenix, Fennig on the move to Toyota or maybe Ganassi |
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Louise Smith Female/Racing Pioneer dies at 89, Kyle Busch talks about citation, DEI Foundation logos placed on all DEI cars, General Motors committed to NASCAR, dispute layoffs, Biffle's girlfriend to be reprimanded by NASCAR, NASCAR fines, penalizes #74 team, ISC to decide in coming months on Kitsap track plans |
2006 |
Toyota opens Checkbook, Jarrett among possibilities?, NASCAR ratings not going down, Ratings on record pace, NASCAR to use smaller fuel cells at Lowes, NASCAR outraged by 'Dateline' NBC's story, NASCAR Fines & Suspension, Change in Crew Chiefs for PPI, Evernham named All-time Best Crew Chief by the media, NASCAR unsure if they will slow Charlotte speeds |
2006 |
NEXTEL Cup teams testing ay KY, Safety is reason for R. Gordon leaving IRL, Busch Wins in New Penske Ride, Harvick wants to whoop Kurt Busch, Wallace not testing COT at Bristol, instead Martinsville, NFL Greats Sayer and Lewis to start NASCAR team, opposition to NYC track |
2006 |
NASCAR rained out Sunday Coverage, out duels NBA's King James & Kobe, Frances take pay cut, Harvick wants GM support for Truck/Busch/Cup, Toyota Red Bull team hiring crew members, Kahne wins Pole, Lester makes field, Dodge to lobby NASCAR for rules change |
2006 |
Johnson edges Kenseth, Bruton wants second Cup date in Vegas, NYC Mayor Bloomberg supports NASCAR track over other businesses, Indy for sale rumor, Wheldon looking at NASCAR or F1 in 2007? Andretti/Green NASCAR?, NASCAR Hall of Fame awarded to Charlotte |
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REPORT: Charlotte to land NASCAR HOF announcement Monday, 3M to sponsor a sixth Roush Racing car, Edwards to sign driver for USAC team, Shane Hmiel fails third drug test; banned for life, Waltrip extends contract with FOX Sports, Nelson leaves NASCAR post to start new company |
2006 |
Hendrick won't appeal suspension, Jimmie Johnson wins Daytona 500, Dale Earnhardt Candle-light Tribute Ceremony, New bumper for 'Dega?, Petty fined $45,000 in 2004 by Dodge, NASCAR to enforce no "bump-zone" |
2006 |
Johnson announces Foundation, DirecTV signs with RCR, Daimler-Chrysler wins suit against Bill Davis, NASCAR, NBC and TNT set Green Flag this weekend, Kurt resolves Arizona traffic incident, Pilot error probable cause of Hendrick plane crash |
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2006 |
Hendrick to donate to Levine Children's Hospital, Three teams to field Toyota Camry in 2007, Roush Racing and NASCAR agree on downsizing plan, Toyota officially joins NEXTEL Cup series, NASCAR executive Pyne to leave, |
2006 |
NASCAR Session 2 Day 1, Stewart Injured, Car of Tomorrow tested at Daytona, Report: Las Vegas Motor Speedway to add banking, Busch/Penske testing, T. Labonte to drive final NEXTEL cup season |
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J. Gordon to co-host "Live with Regis and Kelly", B. Elliott to attempt Daytona 500, Kahne appointed by Pres. Bush, Hamilton Jr. released, NW track gains more support, Impound rules cut-back, Jasper engines ends NASCAR sponsorship |
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. loses out, Kentucky Speedway/ISC antitrust trial to stay in Kentucky, Earnhardt & NASCAR among top searched terms and athletes, Chilli Bowl includes Kahne & Stewart, NASCAR Television Package announced, Parrott named B. Labonte's Crew Chief |
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Pocono Speedway has no plans for slot machines, Stewart gets a big check at Banquet, NASCAR seeks to move antitrust suit, Blaney signs w/BDR officially, ISC announces Kitsap financial details, Crown Royal on Busch |
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Earnhardt, Jr. and Schrader buys track, Change at Penske, Kyle Petty Nominated SI Sportsman Of Year, Homestead ratings down, Former Evernham Crew Chiefs Labbe and Baldwin now crew chiefs for Yates, Biffle Wins Race, Stewart wins Championship, Busch regrets actions during stop |
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Texas Motor Speedway ticket sales strong, Roush switches #97 to #26, Busch was below legal alcohol limit, Phoenix Overnight ratings down, Kyle Busch drives to Victory, Roush Racing suspends NEXTEL Cup Champion Busch, NEXTEL Cup Champion Busch cited for Reckless driving, McMurray talks about move finally |
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Sorenson to start at Homestead, B. Labonte to Petty's Officially, Gordon Motorsports reevaluation, NASCAR and NBA stars team up, Pepsi resigns with Hendrick, IRWIN tools and Sharpie to sponsor McMurray, Busch to drive the #2 Miller Lite Dodge next season, Edwards wins in TEXAS |
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Wrecked Newman wins pole for Dickies 500, Earnhardt among those inducted into Hall, RCR makes crew chief changes, Atlanta Early Ratings down, New air pressure rule, Car of tomorrow to be tested at Atlanta, Edwards Sweeps at Atlanta, Dale Jr. driving a Petty car |
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Damage done due to Hurricane Wilma at Homestead, NBC unlikely to sell '06 television rights, J. Gordon blast NASCAR on Lowe's track conditions, Green looks to leave Petty, D.J. and UPS testing, Busch Series to ESPN2 Exclusively?, Bliss out? Green in? |
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NASCAR finishes 2nd in ratings, although ahead of MLB playoffs, N.Y. Times reports ESPN-ABC to sign NASCAR Television contract, J. Gordon raises money for charity, Tracy's Cup debut not likely till '06, #12 Team's Jackman Injury, France on NASCAR HOF in Kansas City |
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Dale Jr, Wrangler and bidder raise over 42k for Red Cross, Schrader is a busy man, France not in favor of Confederate flag at NASCAR races, Speedway tax could help improve roads, Wallace blast restrictor plate racing, NASCAR issues Shock Bulletin |
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Harvick's time disallowed, Berrier removed from speedway, Jarrett criticizes Media for being easy on NASCAR, Daytona officials say no plans to add Daytona 500 sponsor, Labonte to Hall of Fame Racing?, Golden Palace buys R. Gordon's helmet |
Sept. 21 - Sept 23 |
#48's Knaus Wins WYPALL® Wipers Crew Chief of the Race Award, Lowe's Restrictor plates? Rusty Wallace, Dale Earnhardt trail, Frances in Forbes Magazine, and much more. |
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NASCAR Fines, Crew Chief of the Race, NASCAR Television rumors, Lopez to Hall of Fame Racing, Vickers car impounded, Kurt Busch, Harvick rumors and more. |
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Dale Jr. and Eury Jr. back together this week, Hmiel to work on car of tomorrow, Brian France to open restaurant, Loomis will not return in 2006, Record NASCAR ratings in LA, Stewart Crew wins Checkers/Rally's Award, DEI and RCR merger? |
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Yeley and FedEx raise money for Boys and Girls Club, J. Gordon holds 5th annual go-kart challenge, Biffle is happy at Roush, NASCAR 2006 hits store shelves, Talladega Survives Hurricanes Damage, ISC and SMI partner to buy Action Performance |
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Petty hints at retirement? But both Green and Petty Back in 2006, Kenseth Dominates Sharpie 500, Riggs signs with Evernham, Tracy and HOF Racing? Helton kicks off United way Campaign, Earnhardt, Jr. on newsstands |
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Parson pays tribute to Father, Slugger Labbe wins Wypall Wipers Award, Kenseth considering Gibbs #11 ride? Waltrip to Bill Davis Racing? Brian France on Drug Policy and Event Pricing, Tony Eury, Jr. signs long-term deal, NASCAR in Charlotte on HOF tour |
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Kyle Busch Fined and put on probation, NASCAR Executives head to Atlanta for HOF bid, Erwin Wins WYPALL Wipers Crew Chief of the Race Award, Harvick waiting to reup with Childress, 19 yr. old Reed Sorensen to NEXTEL Cup, and more, Jimmie Johnson and Levi Strauss Ads, Irvan's Michigan Walk, Ford 400 Season Finale Sold Out! Penske Racing South Signs Kurt Busch |
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DEI's Gilmore likes Kenseth, J. Leffler Fired by Gibbs, Eury, Jr. close to signing with DEI, Kahne signs extension with Evernham, Earnhardt, Jr. hopes to reunite with Eury, Jr. in 06, Kentucky Suit, puts breaks on NASCAR testing plan, NASCAR.com postrace show planned, DEI third team if NAPA stays? |
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Atlanta to reveal HOF bid plans under Open Records Act, Tony Stewart Indy Interview, Brickyard 400 first High-Def Telecast, Kurt Busch visits F1 Race, Rusty would be Interested in Consultant job, Hanging out with Dale Jr. |
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NASCAR announces Fines, Turner Sports turns highest NASCAR race in network history, Earnhardt, Jr. leads in Most Popular Voting, Rusty looks to put son in car, Casting Call, Will Ferrell's NASCAR movie, Car of the Future being tested, No one can stop Dominating BUSCH, |
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Earnhardt, Wheeler and Roush among hall finalist, Kyle Petty Charity Ride Kicks Off, McMurray recognized for Autism Awareness, Dale Earnhardt trail to open in Sept., Newman wrecks at Bristol, NHIS arrest unruly fans, Tony Stewart wins the New England 300 |
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Testing changes in 2006, Craven will not replace Martin in 06 Roush says, Waltrip and Eury Jr. to Toyota? Labonte to leave Gibbs? to Evernham, Penske?, Storms hit NHIS, Damages occur, Hutchens passes NASCAR safety test, Will Ferrell NASCAR Comedy, Dave Despain to replace Bestwick on INC |
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NYC Council members say No to Ferry Shuttling Fans, R. Gordon Indy Double?, Weldon to NEXTEL Cup?, Earnhardt, Jr. Finally Wins, Stewart taken to Hospital for X-rays, McMurray to join Roush in '07, Pepsi 400 Ratings draw 5.5, up 6%, Toyota to make Cup Debut in 2007 |
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Zipadelli wins WYPALL Crew Chief of the race award, Martin Truex signs with DEI, Evernham and Valvoline make it official, Eury, Sr. suggest swap was mistake, Brickyard testing, Earnhardt trail planned, France "No Free Pass into Chase", New Chase Ads to be unveiled |
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Sonoma Infractions and Fines, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. makes 200th career start, Earnhardt denies RCR rumors, Stewart wins in Sonoma, First in 2005, Residents wait anxiously about Kitsap details, Fox Daytona 500 Exclusive? |
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Kerry Earnhardt Subs for Earnhardt, Jr. at Daytona testing, Earnhardt Insurer and RCR reach agreement, Gordon Frustrated, Stremme expected to be named in #40, Kansas HOF "Infield of North American", College Jocks Find Life in the Pits, Mark Martin Day Celebrated |
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NASCAR Buschwacker Rule, More on Undercover Counterfeit Sting, Aero Package to be similar '06, NASCAR and Montreal, Hmiel has no appeal options, Stewart Ticketed for speeding, Bristol Founder Dies, Mike Ford named Crew Chief for Leffler |
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Lewis not a fan of Buschwackers, Truex and DEI, Dupont Extends sponsorship with Gordon, Martin Says 15yr. ready for NASCAR now, ISC Appeals IRS Tax Ruling, Earnhardt, Jr., Kahne and Gordon Most Popular Driver Voting, Atlanta's NASCAR HOF Impact 1 Billion, DEI Chassis Changes |
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Wallace Flooded with Offers, Indy drivers past NASCAR in TV Ratings, Manufactures Not Leaving NASCAR, NASCAR Alabama Plates Available, Earnhardt Crew Chief Replacement, Leffler is Safe, Jeff Gordon Donates, Rondeau on Leave, Maybe Yates |
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Biffle Signs Extension With Roush, NYC Lobbyist Makes the Money, Including NASCAR Lobbyist, More on DEI, Earnhardt, Jr. Shakeup, Daytona NASCAR HOF Money, Penkse and Gannasi?, Ford Vs. Kahne in Court, Driver Convicted in Fatal NASCAR Limo Wreck |
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Kahne's Crew Wins Pit Crew Challenge, Office Depot Extends Edwards Sponsorship, Jude Denies Case for Auto Mogul Smith, Ford Out as 88 Crew Chief, Penkse Happy With Dodge, Michigan Withdraws HOF Bid, Winston Cup Museum Opens Up |
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NASCAR to Open Offices Tomorrow in Bentonville, Toyota Not Busch Racing? Denies Busch Entry, Truex, Jr. Close Signing with DEI, Goodyear Confirms Possible Tire Rule Change, Bristol Wants new Tax on Campers at BMS, Junior Blames Johnson and calls him "idiot", SPEED Rating UP |
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Toyota looking at Big Names, and GM, Ford Worried, Earnhardt Jr. no word on Waltrip, NASCAR held talks with Toyota: , Brickyard 400 Gets Sponsor, Indy Testing Rained Out, Indy Testing Rained Out, GM to keep Racing |
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NASCAR Office in Bentonville, Ark, TEXAS NASCAR Ratings Down, Biffle Not Looking to Leave, Hendrick and Jeff Gordon to Toyota?, Truex Looking to Leave DEI?, Craven in the #6?, CT Dome Track Suit, Kurt Busch not pleased |
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Waltrip to try another Race, Sterling and Gannasi to Part after 05, France and NFL Rumors again, Hmiel Fined and Points, Ratings up at Bristol, NASCAR Testing, Newman to #6 Roush? |
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NASCAR's St. Dale, NASCAR Steroids not a Issue, Earnhardt, Jr. DEI at risk "Becoming Another Company", Tracey to NASCAR in 2006?, RCR Response to Appeal, France and Johnson Talk NFL Franchise to LA, NASCAR favors Canada's Mosport |
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CT approves Zoning for Dome Track, ISC Plans in NYC, Overnight Ratings for Atlanta down, France AND NFL Rumors, Bruton to Buy Darlington?, NYC Worried About NASCAR Traffic, US Military Sponsorship |
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Taxpayers will have to spend to lure FL. NASCAR HOF, NASCAR to Franchise?, Frances in Forbes, Virginia's Hall of Fame Bid, NASCAR Paying BIG Bucks for Lobbying in NYC, More NASCAR Hiring |
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Aussie Wants to Try NASCAR, Final Ratings in, Records for Top NASCAR Divisions, NASCAR Looking North of the Border, NASCAR Fines, NASCAR Oregon Track, NASCAR's Hott Online, NASCAR Drivers Presented Rings, NASCAR Pioneer Passes Away. |
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R. Gordon and Harrah's Casinos, Fatback Home, Drive For Diversity LA Youth, NO Honda Nissan NASCAR?, Earnhardt, Jr. & E Eyewear, McMurray Autism Week, Fines 11 total, Daytona 500 Primetime? |
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Petty Honored, Texas Not Likely to Lose Second Date, Red Sox and Roush, NASCAR Threatens to Bench Harvick and Johnson, Busch fans ID PLEASE, Police Station Used as NASCAR Gambling Ring, free Die cast |
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NASCAR to Toronto?, Earnhardt, Jr. to stay with DEI, Visa Joins Rusty Wallace, Candle Light for the Intimidator, Monte Carlo Redesigned for 2006, NASCAR Jet Emergency Landing, NASCAR Membership Card, Toyota News, France Says No to NFL, Daytona 500 News |
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Driver For Diversity Forum, NASCAR in Montreal?, Gibbs Back Tracks, 5 Years with Skins, Martin Truck Team?, California lose a 2nd date?, NASCAR Day Back |
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Man Goes to Jail NASCAR Tickets, Daytona NASCAR Hall of Fame, Gibbs Back in Control, "Car of Tomorrow" On Schedule, Changes in 2005, Rusty McMurray in 2?, Tons of Sponsorship news.... |
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Kasey Kahne the Owner, Tension in Penske Newman and Wallace, Elliott Coors Car is Back, Gordon to Drive Jim Beam, Gordon and Fruit of the Loom, NASCAR Viewership Increased |
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NASCAR Detroit Auto Show, Dale Jr. in DC, Common Engine Rule Proposal Dead, Texas Fall Race to end under the lights, NASCAR new Fuel?, Preseason Daytona Testing, NFL interested in Auto Racing Series? NASCAR VP heads for NBA |
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Kahne, Petty Unveil Dodge Charger, DEI and Roush loses are Hendrick Gains, Ferrari in NASCAR?, Burton RCR to Test in Mexico, NASCAR Hall Fame down to four cities, Brian France Second Most Powerful in Sports, Gordon Denies being Fired |
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Football Players Start your Engines, NASCAR's 3D: The IMAX Experience, NASCAR Hot with Consumers in 2004, NASCAR #8 in Yahoo, Sad news NFL Great NASCAR Owner, NASCAR Electronic Timing, NASCAR has final Say in Cup Name |
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Washington Track Dead? Wimmer drops appealing DWI, Sorry Ladies Johnson Gets Married, Earnhardt, Jr. Donates Money, NASCAR in NYC by 2009, Huge Ratings for 3, Labbe turned down #8. |
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Stewart Wins Person of the Year, NASCAR Postpones Meeting, Brian France Wins Dick Schnaap Award, Season TV Ratings up, ISC goes ahead with NYC Plan, Another Johnson in Nextel? Dorton Honored |
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Dale Earnhardt, Jr. most popular again, Hendrick Wins Award, Gordon in Hospital; to Miss Race, NASCAR opened the Markets today, DEI Shake-up, Johnson picked Driver of the Year, fellow racers |
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NASCAR TV Talks, NASCAR holding back Toyota, Tornado Hits Talladega, Gaughan Dispute's reports, Kahne Rookie of the year |
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NYC NASCAR Blitz, Stewart Buys Track, Nextel and NASCAR Announce largest point fund in sports history, TV and NASCAR, Happy Hour Gone |
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Hard Liquor Allowed, Phoenix TV Ratings up 2.3, Ward Burton Out, Track proposal, Earnhardt's Windshield too thin, Hendrick at shop, |
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