Month: January 2009

It looks like the merger between Gillett Evernham Motorsports and Petty Enterprises is going to cost one driver his job — Elliot Sadler.

Sadler piloted the #19 Dodge in 2008, but according to ESPN.com multiple sources close to the organization have confirmed the change…

Allmendinger has limited experience at the cup level, …

Top-10 New Years Resolutions for the NASCAR fan!

1. I will not punch my friend when he cheers after my favorite driver wrecks — OK, so we’ve all been in this situation before right?? No?? Well maybe my friends and I watch the races a little different than you all, but …

After more than 60 years in racing and 10 championships, it appears the most well known name in NASCAR is hanging up the keys.

According to FoxSports.com multiple sources have confirmed that America’s first family of stock car racing will shut its doors down and merge with Gillett Evernham Motorsports.

The report …

NASCAR fans rejoice, we are 35 days away from seeing our favorite drivers take to Daytona International Speedway in the Budweiser Shootout. Well some of us will see our favorite drivers, others will have to wait a few more days for qualifying and the Duals.
Anyway, this is part one of …

After a one-year hiatus from NASCAR’s top Series, David Stremme will return to the track in the No. 12 Penske Dodge at Daytona.
On Wednesday afternoon, Stremme participated in a teleconference with several reporters, including yours truly.
Reporters wasted no time asking Stremme about the transition to a new team and crew, as well …

Hendrick Motorsports announced recently that Brad Keselowski will drive seven Cup races in 2009.

Keselowski is on tap to attempt the races in the No. 25 GoDaddy.com-sponsored Chevrolet.

This past season was a successful one for the 24-year-old driver in his first full season driving under the JR Motorsports banner in the Nationwide Series.

Keselowski …

It appears that Reed Sorenson will race his fourth season behind the wheel of one of NASCAR’s most historic race teams: the No. 43.

According to Sirius Radio. Tom Reddin, CEO of Gillett Evernham Motorsports, now that the merger with Petty Enterprises is official, Sorenson will drive the No. 43.

Sirius’ David Poole caught …

GM to announce Volt battery supplier Monday – Reuters DETROIT – General Motors Corp will announce a battery supplier for the all-electric Chevrolet Volt on Monday, the automaker’s product development chief …

In an attempt to spur new-car sales, GM recently announced attractive financing deals on many 2008 and 2009 models, including the ’08 Corvette.

With Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, and Cadillac named as GM’s “core” North American brands, the Internet is rampant with all sorts of speculation about what General Motors plans to do with its “Excitement Division.” …