April 20, 2014
- Keselowski recalls how Rick Hendrick left him heartbroken: In a just-released video interview, #2-Brad Keselowski [2012 Sprint Cup Champion] – looking perhaps as somber as we’ve ever seen him, at times seemingly ready to break into tears – discusses how heartbroken, if not potentially betrayed he felt in 2009 when team owner Rick Hendrick picked Mark Martin to drive the #5 Chevrolet instead of giving Keselowski the opportunity, even though Bad Brad insists Hendrick had previously promised him that ride in 2010. Appearing on the syndicated “In Depth With Graham Bensinger,” Keselowski also talks prominently about how Roger Penske approached him back in 2008, inquiring if the young talent would be interested in joining Team Penske. See full article at NBC Sports, with a link to the video interview there)(4-20-2014)
- Special scheme to thank teachers for Kahne in three races: At Talladega Superspeedway on May 4, Kasey Kahne will partner with the “Thank A Million Teachers” initiative when he debuts a special Farmers Insurance paint scheme on the #5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy. Kahne will also run the scheme at Kansas in May 10 and Charlotte in May 25.(Lionel Racing), see an image of the scheme on the #5 Team Schemes page.(4-20-2014)
- Jack Roush discusses possible engine changes: With NASCAR officials focusing on engine changes in the Sprint Cup Series for 2015 that will result in a reduction of horsepower, such a move should involve “a restriction on the intake side,” according to Sprint Cup Series team co-owner [#16, #17, #99] Jack Roush. Roush, an owner in the series since 1988, isn’t suggesting the use of restrictor plates similar to those used at Daytona and Talladega. Instead, he said, a reduction of the throttle bore size “without a plate underneath” would accomplish the objective. “(It is) straightforward and it is easily reversible if you decided that the quality of the racing was hurt by it,” Roush said. “If they want to take 100 horsepower off … reduce horsepower significantly, the least expensive and most palatable way to do that is with a restriction on the intake side.” Today’s Cup engines, limited to 358 cubic inches, produce approximately 850 horsepower. Speeds have increased, in part due to a new rules package and the continued development of the Generation-6 car, now in its second year. While officials with the three auto manufacturers currently involved at the series’ top level, Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota, have been a part of the discussions, they say it is too early in the process to respond to potential engine changes. “From an owner’s standpoint, NASCAR has got to be mindful of … what it costs,” Roush said. “The race teams can only afford to change so many things at a time. With the expanding technology and the engineering costs that everybody has with the pressure for sponsorship and investment in the sport, a dramatic or unnecessary engine change would not be welcome in my world.”(see full article at NASCAR.com)(4-20-2014)
- Earnhardt Jr. heads to school in Kansas: #88-Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be in Topeka May 8th for an appearance at Seaman High School. Seaman athletic director/assistant principal Brad Dietz confirmed the appearance of Earnhardt Jr., who is scheduled to be at the school from approximately 1 to 3 p.m. on the 8th and sandwich visits with two groups of students around an all-school assembly. Earnhardt will be in Kansas for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Saturday, May 10th at Kansas Speedway.(Capital-Journal)(4-20-2014)
- Cope picks up Richmond sponsor: Acredale Vending Co. will come on board with Derrike Cope & the #70 team for the Nationwide race at Richmond. Acredale Vending co. has provided Vending Machine sales and service to the Tidewater Virginia area for 30 years.(Acredale PR)(4-20-2014)
- Fan Hospitality and Pit Pass Options for Richmond: Looking to upgrade your April 25 & 26 race days at Richmond International Raceway? We have options for fans to take their experience to the next level with add-ons and ticket packages that include pre-race pit passes, exclusive driver appearances, food & beverages, and much more.
Pit Stop Club ($2,300 per group of 8), includes:
· Eight reserved grandstand seats in the Commonwealth Mezzanine on the frontstretch for the Saturday, April 26, TOYOTA OWNERS 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race
· Guided garage tours for each guest
· Pre-race pit passes for each guest
· Exclusive Q&A with NASCAR driver Kurt Busch
· Two VIP parking passes
· Admission to the climate-controlled Pit Stop Club hospitality area, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., which includes a full buffet with beverages – complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and water
TORQUE Club ($800 per person), includes:
· Reserved, outdoor stadium seat for the TOYOTA OWNERS 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race (Saturday, April 26), and the ToyotaCare 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series and BLUE OX 100 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East races (Friday, April 25)
· Exclusive Q&As with NASCAR’s Paul Menard, Ryan Reed, Kaz Grala and Mike Calinoff (Friday); Ricky Stenhouse Jr., and Larry McReynolds (Saturday)
· Pre-race pit pass for both days
· All-inclusive gourmet food package
· Unlimited soft drinks and water
· Adult beverage tickets
· Reserved parking
· Access to the indoor, air-conditioned lounge
Veranda Club ($320 per person), includes:
· Reserved seat in the top row of the Veranda grandstand for the TOYOTA OWNERS 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race, and the ToyotaCare 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series and BLUE OX 100 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East races
· Pre-race pit pass for Saturday, April 26
· Exclusive Q&A with NASCAR driver Kurt Busch
· Guided garage tour on Saturday, April 26
· VIP parking for April 25 and April 26
· Admission to the climate-controlled Pit Stop Club hospitality area, from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., which includes a full buffet with beverages – complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and water
For more information on these options, please call RIR’s Sales Office at 804-228-7611(RIR)(4-20-2014)
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