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Goodyear Tire Test Concludes at Atlanta Motor Speedway:

Goodyear Tire Test Concludes at Atlanta Motor Speedway:

January 13, 2010
The second day of Goodyear tire testing at Atlanta Motor Speedway concluded with NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers feeling confident the two-day test will result in an improved tire for the upcoming Kobalt Tools 500 on March 7. Four NASCAR drivers '“ #99-Carl Edwards (Ford

Tire test at Goodyear begins at Atlanta, the wing?

Tire test at Goodyear begins at Atlanta, the wing?

January 13, 2010
Atlanta Motor Speedway's 2010 NASCAR season kicked off at 9:31 am/et on Tuesday when #5-Mark Martin took to the high-banked track to begin two days of tire testing by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. to determine the premier tire for the Kobalt Tools 500 on March 7.

Goodyear Tire Test at Atlanta:

Goodyear Tire Test at Atlanta:

January 6, 2010
The 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series action at Atlanta Motor Speedway will kick off early and in full speed with four top teams preparing for the Kobalt Tools 500 during offseason tire testing for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers #99-Carl

ESPNEWS Live from NASCAR Media Day at Daytona Thursday:

ESPNEWS Live from NASCAR Media Day at Daytona Thursday:

January 4, 2010
ESPNEWS will surround NASCAR Media Day at Daytona International Speedway with a special multi-hour program featuring exclusive interviews with NASCAR's top drivers along with analysis of the upcoming season. The program airs Thursday, Feb. 4, at 12:30pm/et. NASCAR

Budweiser Shootout eligibility rules change:

Budweiser Shootout eligibility rules change:

December 23, 2009
NASCAR announced Wednesday a revision to the 2010 Budweiser Shootout at Daytona format that provides fans with a strong lineup of drivers highlighted by last years top performers and a collection of previous winners at the sports most-storied race track. The 32nd annual

Johnson wins 2009 Driver of the Year Award:

Johnson wins 2009 Driver of the Year Award:

December 16, 2009
#48-Jimmie Johnson was elected by an elite panel of broadcasters and journalists the 2009 Driver of the Year. Johnson becomes only the fourth three-time Driver of the Year winner, following other racing greats Mario Andretti, Darrell Waltrip, and Jeff Gordon. Gordon

Johnson finalist for Mario Andretti Trophy:

Johnson finalist for Mario Andretti Trophy:

December 16, 2009
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, NHRA Top Fuel king Tony Schumacher and World Superbike phenom Ben Spies each made history in 2009 and these ultra-talented racers are among 15 finalists for the 2009 SPEED Performer of the Year and the Mario Andretti

Goodyear tire tests scheduled:

Goodyear tire tests scheduled:

December 11, 2009
Goodyear has four offseason tire tests scheduled. #9-Kasey Kahne [Ford], #12-Brad Keselowski [Dodge], #20-Joey Logano [Toyota] and #31-Jeff Burton [Chevy] are scheduled to test Tuesday and Wednesday at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. #56-Martin Truex Jr. [Toyota

Darlington opens ticket kiosk in Myrtle Beach:

Darlington opens ticket kiosk in Myrtle Beach:

December 11, 2009
Darlington Raceway has opened up a ticket kiosk location in the popular Tanger Outlet center located on Highway 17 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. The kiosk opened the week of Thanksgiving and will remain open for the remainder of the year. Fans taking advantage of the opportunity

More Danica details:

More Danica details:

December 8, 2009
It doesn't get better than this for the Nationwide Series. A league that has become Cup Lite, a glorified practice session for Cup drivers, now becomes Patrick's testing ground for the events she enters. It's all part of a master plan. She will make her stock car debut

More Danica details:

More Danica details:

December 8, 2009
It doesn't get better than this for the Nationwide Series. A league that has become Cup Lite, a glorified practice session for Cup drivers, now becomes Patrick's testing ground for the events she enters. It's all part of a master plan. She will make her stock car debut

Barney Hall recipient of the 2009 NMPA Myers Brothers Award:

Barney Hall recipient of the 2009 NMPA Myers Brothers Award:

December 4, 2009
MRN Radio's Barney Hall, known to generations of NASCAR fans for his distinctive delivery and storytelling, is the recipient of the 2009 NMPA Myers Brothers Award. The award, named in honor of former NASCAR competitors Billy and Bobby Myers, was presented Thursday

“The Stewies” announced:

“The Stewies” announced:

December 4, 2009
Winners of the third annual 'Stewie Awards' were announced Thursday night by Tony Stewart live on SIRIUS XM Radio from the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. The 2009 'Stewie Award' winners were decided by fans around the country who voted for the best

JR Motorsports still looking for sponsorship:

JR Motorsports still looking for sponsorship:

December 3, 2009
One looming issue with JR Motorsports is that the organization is still searching for full sponsorship for its flagship #88 car. Funding was pieced together this season, but a large chunk of money was lost when GoDaddy.com decided to move to the Sprint Cup Series as

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champions Week Day 4:

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champions Week Day 4:

December 3, 2009
As the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champions Week rolls toward the official crowning of four-time champion #48-Jimmie Johnson on Friday night, the celebration continues to focus on the sports many fans. Bringing the event to Las Vegas has been a big plus in that