The Sprint Cup Series is off this coming weekend, but we’ve got lots of Nationwide Series news for the upcoming race in Mexico City, Mexico. Plus there’s some Craftsman Truck Series and ARCA RE/MAX notes to boot…. check it out right here in the Stock Car Gazette…
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Whiskey River has been a dream of Dale Jr.’s and long time friend J.R. Rhodes.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. To Make 300th Sprint Cup Start In Aaron’s 499 At Talladega Superspeedway – http://www.catchfence.com/press/041608g.html
Tickets For Dickies 500 NASCAR Triple-Header Weekend Go On Sale Wednesday: Tickets for the NASCAR tripleheader weekend at Texas Motor Speedway Oct. 30 – Nov. 2 featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Truck Series go on sale tomorrow. The marquee event is the Dickies 500, the eighth race in the 10-event Chase for the Sprint Cup championship format, and tickets prices for the “playoff” race range from $52 to $130. The Dickies 500 will be joined that weekend by the O’Reilly Challenge Nationwide Series race and Silverado 350k Craftsman Truck Series event. Tickets begin as low as $25 for the O’Reilly Challenge and $34 for the Silverado 350k. Tickets are available by calling the Texas Motor Speedway ticket office at (817) 215-8500, by visiting www.texasmotorspeedway.com and through all Ticketmaster outlets. The Dickies 500 NASCAR triple-header weekend kicks off Thursday, Oct. 30 with 7-Eleven Qualifying Day for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. 7-Eleven Qualifying Days continue Friday, Oct. 31 for the NASCAR Nationwide Series and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The Silverado 350k NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race will take place under the lights the evening of Oct. 31. The O’Reilly Challenge NASCAR Nationwide Series race follows Saturday, Nov. 1. The race week culminates with the Dickies 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Sunday, Nov. 2. Camping for the Dickies 500 NASCAR triple-header weekend will go on sale Wednesday, April 23.
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Does Stremme signing at Penske South open door to Hornish for Indy?
By kurt
But if by some chance he did return to Indy car racing next year, what does that do to Penske’s commitment to a two-car team? Helio’s spot surely is secure, but if Briscoe doesn’t deliver a win or two this year, would it make him …
http://blogs.heraldtimesonline.com/auto/?p=240
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Stewart To Air From Graceland
Tony Stewart will host a special broadcast of his weekly SIRIUS NASCAR Radio show Tony Stewart Live from Graceland, the Memphis home of Elvis Presley. Tony Stewart Live from Graceland will air Monday, May 12 (8:00-10:00 pm ET/7:00-9:00 pm CT) exclusively on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio, channel 128. Stewart and co-host Matt Yocum will host the show in front of a live audience, giving SIRIUS listeners from coast to coast a glimpse into the personal life of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Before going on his SIRIUS NASCAR Radio show, Stewart will also perform as a guest DJ live on SIRIUS’ Elvis Radio, where he will play a selection of his favorite Elvis songs.
New Hampshire Motor Speedway Launches New Internet Site
New Hampshire Motor Speedway has a totally new look on the worldwide web. NHMS.com makes its debut today with a design that is informative and fan-friendly. New features include a fan forum, where guests can share their experiences at the speedway, offer suggestions, and make new friends. Audio, video, and photo galleries will offer an inside look at the activities and growth at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Interactive weekly polls will track the pulse of the fans on today’s most important racing questions. “This is the next step in the evolution of New Hampshire Motor Speedway,” said Jerry Gappens, Executive Vice President and General Manager. “For our fans, competitors, and the surrounding community, it is important that we not only provide timely information, but also give everyone the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas for the future. The site will also be a showcase for area attractions and businesses that make New Hampshire such a special place.” To be a part of the New Hampshire Motor Speedway community, please visit us online at (www.nhms.com).
Schrader In No. 70 At Talladega
Haas CNC Racing is pleased to announce that Ken Schrader will drive the No. 70 Hunt Brothers Pizza Chevrolet during the upcoming race weekend at Talladega. “I’m definitely very excited about the opportunity to drive for Haas CNC Racing,” Schrader said. “It is a younger team that is going through the growing process but yet has all of the elements in place. The team has an outstanding relationship with Hendrick Motorsports, and we know they have a proven engine program,” he added. “We certainly don’t have to second guess the equipment.”
GM Pushes For Alternative Fuels
Chevrolet is continuing its effort to have NASCAR make alternative fuels a priority. “We’re pushing hard – we probably are the instigators a little bit,” Chevrolet Vice President Brett Dewar said during the Texas race weekend. “We believe in green racing, and we believe it is very appropriate to do that … We believe it’s time. We think racing can also be green, and we would like it to be biofuels.” NASCAR executives have indicated that alternative fuels are a priority. “They’re definitely receptive,” Dewar said about NASCAR. “They’ve got fuel providers, and it’s a transition, and I don’t want to mitigate the fact that some work has to get done.
Carpentier’s Helmet To Be Auctioned For Charity
Patrick Carpentier’s race-worn, autographed helmet will be placed on eBay for auction in early May. Autographed by Patrick, the helmet will be worn in the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Mexico City’s Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on Sunday, April, 20. Carpentier, making his first road course start in the NASCAR Nationwide Series for Gillett Evernham Motorsports, will be piloting the No. 9 Auto Value Parts Stores Dodge. The native of Ville LaSalle, Quebec. finished second in the Nationwide Series’ visit to the Circuit Gilles Villenueve road course in Montreal last summer. Proceeds from the auctioning of the helmet will benefit Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper’s Charity Cars program.
Auto Club Speedway Garage Sale
Race fans will have the opportunity to purchase California Speedway-logo bearing merchandise at incredible discounts as well as authentic historical items from the track during the upcoming AMA Suzuki Superbike Championship weekend, the Auto Club Speedway announced today. A tremendous variety of items featuring the California Speedway logo as well as past event-related apparel will be made available at discounted rates of up to 70% off the original retail price. Some additional one-of-a-kind items include light pole banners featuring the likenesses of drivers including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart, backdrops that were utilized in Gatorade Victory Lane celebrations and over-sized signage from the track’s timing and scoring center. Lucky fans will have the opportunity to purchase some truly authentic pieces celebrating Southern California’s racing heritage.
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Mayfield wants to be in ride that can win, in any series: Jeremy Mayfield’s not sure what’s next, though as a racer he wants to race. But his choice, whether it’s in Sprint Cup, Nationwide or the Craftsman Truck Series, is going to be something that can win. He’s been there and knows he can get it done again. Right now, he’s not sure how much time he’ll be spending at racetracks in the short term. The conversations on future possibilities have been flowing in both directions, he said. But he won’t be sitting still, either. When the Sprint Cup Series is at Richmond and Darlington, Mayfield will be part of an entourage touring United States military installations in Iraq and supporting the troops.(NASCAR.com)(4-17-2008)
Sam Hornish Jr. back to the IRL? That was the wild story floating amongst the media at Phoenix last weekend. And the announcement that Penske Racing had hired David Stremme as a test driver only added fuel to the fire. Listen up, conspiracy theorists. Here’s the real deal: Hornish is doing just fine in NASCAR. As a rookie, he’s been able to keep his car in the top 35, keep his nose clean and gain the respect of his fellow drivers. NASCAR is where both he and boss Roger Penske want him to be. Back in February, Hornish told me [Yahoo's Bob Margolis] that if he could get back behind the wheel of an Indy car it would only be for the Indy 500 – the race – as far as both himself and team owner Penske are concerned.(more at Yahoo Sports)(4-16-2008)
UPDATE: David Stremme told Sirius NASCAR Radio’s Sirius Speedway Tuesday that he has not discussed anything but testing with Penske Racing. Asked about rumors of Sam Hornish, Jr., returning to the Indy 500, Stremme said, “I don’t know anything about that. I think Sam is doing a heck of a job (in the Sprint Cup Car), and nobody has talked to me about filling in for him; at Lowe’s Motor Speedway or anywhere else.”(4-16-2008)
Water closes Kentucky Speedway: Soggy conditions below ground, however, left Kentucky Speedway track workers dealing with water seeping onto portions of the 1.5-mile track that led to the cancellation Tuesday of a scheduled ARCA RE/MAX Series test session. Track officials reacted swiftly and announced that the track will be closed to any on-track testing for at least the next two weeks. “We want to make sure it’s safe for the race car drivers and the teams,” Kentucky Speedway spokesman Tim Bray said. “We’re taking a proactive approach to it. We have everybody’s interests in mind. The track is fine. There’s just been so much water that we just need to make sure that what’s under the track is dried out.” The snow and rain that have flooded parts of the region since February is being blamed. Track workers spent several hours Tuesday trying to dry the surface and concentrated their efforts on problem spots in Turns 3 and 4. Thirteen ARCA RE/MAX Series drivers were at the track Tuesday. The speedway will open its 2008 season with the ARCA RE/MAX Series May 10. “The test session will not be rescheduled, based on our schedule, what we’re looking at ahead here,” ARCA RE/MAX Series spokesman Don Radebaugh said. The temporary shutdown comes as nine Sprint Cup teams were scheduled to spend today [Wednesday] testing their cars at the speedway. Joe Gibbs Racing, Penske Racing, Dale Earnhardt Inc. and Gillett Evernham Motorsports, which tried to test last week at the track but could not because of the seepage, were among those scheduled. “We’re monitoring it and want to make sure we’re ready when the bell rings,” Bray said. “Today was just unfortunate. It’s not a huge deal because we’re aware of it, and we are taking every step to make sure it’s ready to go when we go racing.”(Cincinnati Enquirer)(4-16-2008)
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Joe Gibbs Racing Tests at Rockingham Speedway
ROCKINGHAM, N.C. (April 16, 2008) — The Joe Gibbs Racing test team spent all day on Wednesday April 16th at the Rockingham Speedway gathering information for all of their NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race …
http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=285508
Summer Time Jobs a Sure Ticket to NASCAR Success?
Some took odd paths to their motorsports careers
STATESVILLE, NC — With summer fast approaching, many high school students will be searching for part-time employment once classes let out. Some might have visions of NASCAR careers in their sights right now …
http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=285481
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NASCAR on SPEED and DirecTV Hot Pass analyst Hermie Sadler to appear on TNA Impact! this Thursday Night!
NASCAR analyst Hermie Sadler will join the TNA Wrestling broadcast team of Mike Tenay and Don West for the X Division Title Match scheduled for TNA Impact! this Thursday night on SPIKE TV. TNA Impact airs at 9 PM Eastern. Sadler’s appearance is part of a promotion between TNA Wrestling and DirecTV’s Hot Pass NASCAR program.
TNA is also joining the Hermie and Elliott Sadler Foundation to raise money and awareness for autism research by donating a portion of their merchandise sales for the month of April. April is National Autism Awareness Month, and Sadler has a daughter that was diagnosed with autism back in 2001. For more information, visit www.sadlerfoundation.org.
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Seventh Annual Dale Earnhardt Day Set for Tuesday, April 29
Annual event honors birthday of seven-time NASCAR Champion; benefits Dale Earnhardt Foundation
MOORESVILLE, N.C. (April 16, 2008) – Dale Earnhardt Inc. will host the seventh annual Dale Earnhardt Day at its corporate headquarters in Mooresville, N.C. on Tuesday, April 29th. The event, which celebrates the birth date of the seven-time NASCAR Champion, also serves as a major benefit for the Dale Earnhardt Foundation, with a percentage of the event’s merchandise sales being donated to the Foundation.
The event, which is themed “Behind the Legend, He was One of Us,” will run from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. and will feature a variety of activities and displays for the entire family. Personal photos, mementoes and trophies highlighting Dale’s personal & professional life through the decades of the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s, will be on hand at the event.
During the official Dale Earnhardt Day Ceremony, starting at 3 p.m., The Hershey Company will unveil a replica of a fan photo mosaic as a tribute to the racing legend. A mosaic bearing Earnhardt’s likeness will be comprised of more than 1,000 photos from fans across the country. Fans on-site will have an opportunity to be photographed for the final permanent mosaic at the Hershey’s Photo Booth. When completed later this year, the final mosaic will be on display at the Dale Earnhardt Inc. Headquarters.
In addition, Dale Earnhardt Inc. Sprint Cup drivers will be on hand for the ceremony, which also honors The Dale Earnhardt Foundation Legend Leadership Award Winners and the Dale Earnhardt Motorsports Scholarship Recipient winner from Clemson University.
ESPN’s Dr. Jerry Punch will serve as the emcee for the event, with live entertainment being provided by Nashville Star & Combustion Music Recording Artist Brent Keith, who sang “Looking for a Road”, the title track for the movie DALE. Also performing will be local band Coconut Groove.
Fans at the event will have chances to win prizes and bid on limited edition collectibles and raced sheet metal from Dale Earnhardt Inc. race cars. All proceeds from the raffle and auctions will benefit the mission of The Dale Earnhardt Foundation. Furthermore, The Dale Earnhardt Tribute trailer will be on hand continuing to accept new or gently used books for the Dale Earnhardt Book Center at the Center of Hope in Charlotte, N.C.
In addition, Bass Pro Shops and the U.S. ARMY will operate outdoor activity areas, and Turtle Wax, the NASCAR Technical Institute and Hershey’s will also be on hand with interactive displays.
Also, Dale Earnhardt Inc. drivers and personalities will be on hand for the ceremony and to sign autographs. The event will feature three separate autograph sessions, with upcoming DEI drivers, Kerry Earnhardt and Mark Martin signing at 11 a.m.; Martin and Aric Almirola signing autographs at 4:30 p.m.; and Martin Truex Jr., Paul Menard and Regan Smith signing at 5:30 p.m.
Taylor Earnhardt of the Earnhardt Equestrian division will be doing riding demonstrations during the day, and will be on hard to sign autographs as well.
Wristbands will be handed out for Martin’s morning autograph session and each of the afternoon autograph sessions to the first 350 people in line requesting them, beginning at 9 a.m. on the day of the event. Each session WILL require a different wristband and only one wristband will be handed out per person for each session. Due to time constraints, autographs will be limited to ONE per person with NO EXCEPTIONS.
Fans are encouraged to visit the Company’s official website www.daleearnhardtinc.com for event updates.
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Holtzclaw Goes One-on-One with Dave Blaney Live Today at 4:00 EST
April 17, 2008 – On a special edition of Track Talk Motorsports Radio presented by Race2Win.net, Jeff Holtzclaw will go one-on-one with Dave Blaney, driver of the No. 22 Caterpillar Toyota, live Thursday, April 17th at 4:00 PM EST on the Prime Sports Network – www.primesportsnetwork.com.
Track Talk will depart briefly from the show’s usual format to feature this live interview with Blaney, affectionately known as the “Buckeye Bullet.”
“I am happy to have Dave Blaney as my guest for this special broadcast,” said Holtzclaw. “This will be something new for us at Track Tack and I am really looking forward to it. Dave is a great driver and I am certain that he will be a great interview.”
Fan participation is always encouraged on Track Talk and this week’s show is no exception. Listeners can call toll free at 1-877-55BLITZ (1-877-552-5489) to join in on the show or send a question or comment via email to nascar@primesportsnetwork.com.
Holtzclaw said, “I encourage fans to email us any questions that they might have for Dave. I will pick the best ones and ask them live on the show.”
Track Talk Motorsports Radio presented by Race2Win.net was added to the programming lineup at Prime Sports Network in 2008, where it airs live every Thursday afternoon in the 4:00 PM EST time slot. The show made its debut on February 7th, 2008 with special guest Larry Woody, an award-winning NASCAR writer.
Jeff Holtzclaw is the founder and editor of the NASCAR racing website Race 2 Win – www.race2win.net. Holtzclaw started Race 2 Win in 1998 and has been covering the NASCAR world ever since. He began working with Robert Pressley in the Cup Series in 1999. Holtzclaw later followed Pressley to the Craftsman Truck Series where the driver won in his very first start, driving the No. 18 Dodge owned by the late Bobby Hamilton. Holtzclaw remained with Pressley until his departure from the sport.
All shows are archived at www.primesportsnetwork.com shortly after airing for your listening convenience. You can listen directly from your computer or download the Podcast to take with you on your portable media player.
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NASCAR News & Notes: NASCAR’s race preview for the Corona 200 at Autodromo Hermanos Rogriquez is posted on the Mexico City Race Page.(4-15-2008) http://www.jayski.com/nationwide/2008/next/09mexicocity.htm#notes
Corona 200 Entry List: There are 48 cars on the preliminary entry list for Sunday’s Corona 200 at Autodromo Hermanos Rogriquez. Visit the Mexico City Race Page for the complete list.(4-14-2008) http://www.jayski.com/nationwide/2008/next/09mexicocity.htm#entry
Reutimann Testing: Hearing that #99-David Reutimann is testing at Iowa Speedway today.(4-16-2008)
RHR Motorsports Names Associate Sponsors for Richmond: JANDRSUPPLY.com and DCAUTOWRAPS.com will provide major associate sponsorship support of rookie driver Ryan Hackett and RHR Motorsports #76 Ford when it makes its 2008 Nationwide Series season debut at Richmond on Friday night, May 2. JANDRSUPPLY.COM will also be supporting the team throughout the 2008 Nationwide season. RHR Motorsports is still looking to acquire major sponsorship for the remainder of the 2008 season.(RHR Motorsports PR)(4-16-2008)
MC2 Energy Drink Sponsoring MacDonald Motorsports at Mexico: MacDonald Motorsports and driver DJ Kennington announced that MC2 Energy Drink has partnered with the organization as the primary sponsor for the Corona 200 at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Beverage Plus, a major producer of 38 quality beverages being sold to consumers through supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide, creates the MC2 Energy Drink.(MacDonald Motosports PR)(4-16-2008)
CitiFinancial Announces Re-Launch of its Racing website: CitiFinancial announced the re-launch of its racing website www.citifinancialracing.com. The website will host a multitude of new and innovative content, featuring a video greeting from CitiFinancial and Roush Fenway Racing (RFR) driver Greg Biffle. Additionally, Biffle will offer visitors tips on how to navigate through the site that includes current news on how the CitiFinancial team is running, where the CitiFinancial drivers are appearing, what stops the #16 CitiFinancial show car is making, sweepstakes opportunities, information on CitiFinancial products and much, much more. CitiFinancial announced in January a partnership with RFR to be the primary sponsor of the CitiFinancial Ford Fusion for all 35 Nationwide Series events in 2008, rotating between the #16, #17 and #60 Fords. The sponsorship is part of a new multifaceted, strategic marketing partnership between RFR and CitiFinancial’s parent company Citi – the leading global financial services company. The relationship gives CitiFinancial an all-star line-up of drivers to pilot its cars including NASCAR Sprint Cup Series full-time drivers Biffle, Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth, and Jamie McMurray, and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series drivers Colin Braun and Erik Darnell. Additionally, Citi is a major associate sponsor on all of RFR teams. A highlight of the revised website is the “Crew Chief for a Day” sweepstakes program that CitiFinancial is continuing through the 2008 race season.(Drivers Choice PR) Info about the contest on my Racing Contest page.(4-16-2008) http://www.jayski.com/pages/contest.htm#citifinancial-crewchief
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Apr 16: NACAR Nationwide – Facts and Figures: Corona Mexico 200 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez
http://thehotlap.com/modules.php?name=Latest_News&op=view&rid=2633
Apr 16: NASCAR Nationwide Series 2008 Season to Date Stats as of Phoenix
http://thehotlap.com/modules.php?name=Latest_News&op=view&rid=2632
Notes on Mexico City from the Series Director, Joe Balash. The NASCAR Nationwide Series returns to Mexico City with plenty of anticipation for the drivers and crews that participate. “The excitement of racing in Mexico in front of such passionate race fans that overwhelmingly support their local heroes is a highlight of our season,” said NASCAR Nationwide Series director Joe Balash.“Since this is our first road course race of the season, there will be a big mind-set change for the teams from racing on ovals with long straightaways to the technical turns of this track that will challenge the skill level of every driver,” he said.“As they prepare for this track, teams will have to make sure they set their break systems to the style of their driver. “At Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, it’s important not to over-extend the brakes in the early stages so there aren’t issues in the closing laps when it’s most important for the brakes to be working properly.”(NASCARmedia)
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Wyler Racing to carry Autism Awareness Month logos in Kansas: With Autism Awareness Month winding down, the Wyler Racing #60 Wyler.com Toyota will carry special Autism Speaks logos during the O’Reilly Auto Parts 250 race weekend at Kansas Speedway on April 25 and 26. One of the team members that is affected personally by autism is driver Terry Cook. Cook’s son Cody has recently been diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified, or PDD-NOS. “It is very personal for us because of our son Cody,” Cook said. “We are very fortunate because Cody’s diagnosis isn’t as severe as other cases. But when we heard the doctor tell us that he was on the autism spectrum, it was very scary. Like a lot of people in our generation, our only exposure to autism was the movie ” Rain Man. ” But we’ve done a lot of research and educated ourselves. The key thing for us was early intervention. Because of that the doctors and specialists we’ve seen say our son has a much better chance at living a ‘normal’ life. That’s part of the message we want to deliver. If you think there is the slightest issue with your child, please get it checked out. It could be that there’s nothing wrong, but if there is it’s not something that will get better by itself. Early intervention is very important.(Wyler Racing PR)(4-16-2008)
Hooper named as new crew chief for Key Motorsports: Curtis W. Key has announced that former driver and now Crew Chief Lance Hooper has been hired to assume that position with the Key Motorsports organization. Hooper succeeds veteran Gary Showalter who had held the Crew Chief’s position at Key Motorsports and the team’s #40 Chevy race trucks since May of last season. Hooper had been Crew Chief for the #13 ThorSport Motorsports team before being released just before the Martinsville race late last month. The first race for the Lance Hooper-led #40 Chevrolet will be the NCTS event at the Kansas Speedway on Saturday, April 26.(Key Motorsports PR)(4-16-2008)
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Race Fest to Kick Off NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Weekend in Downtown Mansfield
As has become tradition during the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series annual visit to Mansfield, the Ohio 250 weekend will kick off on Thursday afternoon with the annual Race Fest in the heart of downtown. The event …
http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=285492
Jennifer Jo Cobb Goes Truckin’ at Kansas Speedway
Kansas City native to make NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series debut at Kansas Speedway
KANSAS CITY, KS (April 14, 2008) – Residing just more than a stone’s throw from the site where Kansas Speedway currently sits, Jennifer Jo Cobb knew …
http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=285428
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Iowa Favorite Michael Annett Aiming for 3rd Consecutive Victory in Prairie Meadows 250
NEWTON IA (4-17-08) – When rookie racer Michael Annett made his ARCA RE/MAX Series (ARS) debut at Iowa Speedway in 2007, few people, at least from the ARS world, had much knowledge of the Des Moines, Iowa native. However, that changed in a hurry when the 21-year-old driver won the SIM Factory Pole Award and finished third in the race.
Annett’s been in the headlines ever since with back-to-back superspeedway victories at Talladega Superspeedway in 2007 and Daytona Int’l Speedway to start the season off in 2008.
[Read More] – http://www.arcaracing.com/news.cfm?contentid=6358
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OWENS RETURNS
Alli Owens returns to ARCA RE/MAX Series competition for the first time since being involved in a motorcycle accident in March. The 19-year-old Daytona Beach, Fla. native suffered several broken bones and wasn’t expected to recover in time to compete in the Prairie Meadows …
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Pre-race? We Don’t Need no Stinking Pre-Race
by Brian Watkins
Ron Ripple – NASCAR’s Biggest Fan
Ayayayaya… Mexico City here come the Nationwide boys!
We’re headed to Mexico City for another big track race. My predictions this race are going to have to go with Kyle Busch and of course Tony Stewart. Tony Stewart always does well on road courses and well… you can never count Kyle Busch out of anything.
http://www.ronripple.com/2008/04/ayayayaya-mexico-city-here-we-come/
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2:00P-4:00 ESPN-CL Classic’s NASCAR: 1998 Daytona 500, Daytona, FL, Feb 15/98
5:00P-6:00 VS Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour, 2007 Chili Bowl
5:30P-8:00 HDNet NASCAR Sprint Cup Replay, Subway Fresh Fit 500, Phoenix Intl. Raceway, Phoenix, AZ,
Apr 12/08, HD, R-FOX
6:00P-6:30 espn2 NASCAR Now, Ryan Burr, HD, L
FRIDAY, APRIL 18
12:00m-12:30A espn2 NASCAR Now, HD
11:00A-12:00 ESPN-CL 2005 O’Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals, Texas Motorplex Dallas, TX, Oct 9/05
4:00P-6:00 espn2 NASCAR Nationwide Series FINAL PRACTICE, Mexico 200, Autódromo
Hermanos Rodríguez , Mexico City, Mexico, HD, L
6:00P-6:30 espn2 NASCAR Now, Ryan Burr, HD, L
11:30P-12:00m espn2 NASCAR Now, HD
Race Fan TV does not list all the programming offered by SPEED; for complete listings go to their website, http://www.speedtv.com/schedule/
DISC-HDT = Discovery HD Theatre
ESPN-CL = ESPN Classic, US
HDNet = High Definition Network available on DirecTV (Channel 79) and DISH, etc.
Outdoor = Outdoor Channel (US)
VS = Versus (formerly known as OLN, Outdoor Life Network)
Always CHECK YOUR LOCAL LISTINGS!
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