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For Hendrick, Finish May Make History

There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night.

NASCAR Chat: Chad Knaus, Alan Gustafson

In advance of Sunday's season finale for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, crew chiefs Chad Knaus and Alan Gustafson spoke

Johnson Cruising Into Finale After Phoenix Victory

Jimmie Johnson won't plan any parties this week, or waste a minute pondering his place in NASCAR history.

Edwards' Win Staves Off Busch Title

Carl Edwards rolled to a dominating win at Phoenix International Speedway that temporarily staved off Kyle Busch's bid to clinch the Nationwide Series title.

Hornaday Wins Record 4th Trucks Title

The record books will list Ron Hornaday as the oldest champion in NASCAR history. But behind the wheel of one of Kevin Harvick's trucks, he feels like a kid

Drivers Still Have Incentive For 2 Races

Jimmie Johnson has such a stranglehold on the championship that it's out of reach for every driver besides Mark Martin. And his only chance would likely

Busch, Tyson Continue to Race Hard

Kurt Busch and Pat Tryson had every reason to coast through the season's final 10 races in a long farewell before the crew chief bolts to a new team next year.

Jimmie Johnson Closes In On 4th Straight Title

In advance of Sunday's Dickie's 500 at Texas Motor Speedway, the eighth race in the 2009 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, the three-time defending champion of

McMurray Takes Talladega, Ends 86-Race Skid

NASCAR stopped the bumping, at least for a while. There was nothing that could be done about the blocking.

NASCAR Bans Bump-Drafting at Talladega

NASCAR president Mike Helton banned bump-drafting through the turns at Talladega Superspeedway in a stern warning to drivers before Sunday's race.

Allmendinger Given Breath Test Before Practice

NASCAR driver A.J. Allmendinger was required to take a breath test before Friday's practice at Talladega Superspeedway following his arrest on a drunken

Addington Out as Crew Chief for Kyle Busch

Kyle Busch will have a new crew chief after this weekend's race at Talladega Superspeedway, with Joe Gibbs Racing replacing Steve Addington on Tuesday after a

Andretti Defends Late Caution Call

John Andretti defended NASCAR's decision not to throw a caution when he couldn't move his disabled car from the finish line at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday.

Newman, Gordon in Martinsville Front Row

Jimmie Johnson finally wasn't flawless at Martinsville. The points leader and winner in five of the past six NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races on the smallest,

Childress Swaps Crew Chiefs Again

Richard Childress Racing will shuffle two crew chiefs following this weekend's race at Martinsville Speedway.

Denny Hamlin Tries to Keep Chase Hopes Alive

In advance of Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race in Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va., Denny Hamlin spoke to the media from Joe Gibbs Racing

Earnhardt in the Dumps Over Season

Nobody is trying to sugarcoat the trainwreck that is Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s season. He knows it's bad. His car owner knows it's bad. All of NASCAR knows it's

Childress Not Dwelling on Harvick's Plans

Richard Childress says he's not worrying about Kevin Harvick.

Johnson Ends 4-Year Skid at Lowe's

Jimmie Johnson has a commanding lead in the race for the Sprint Cup title. He's practically on cruise control to a NASCAR-record fourth consecutive

Busch Rolls to 7th Nationwide Victory

Who needs a flu shot when you can take the checkered flag instead?

NASCAR Founder France in 1st Hall Class

NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. has been selected as the first inductee of the sport's Hall of Fame.

Kasey Kahne Looks to Move Up

This week in advance of Saturday night's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C., which is going to be the fifth race, the

Johnson Rolls to Victory in California

Jimmie Johnson insists NASCAR's Chase for the championship isn't over. That his dominating victory in Sunday's Sprint Cup race at Auto Club Speedway doesn't

Johnson Rolls to Victory in Fontana

Jimmie Johnson, the three-time defending Sprint Cup champion, easily pulled away from Jeff Gordon following a restart with three laps left to win the Pepsi 500 on Sunday at Auto

Logano Grabs 5th Nationwide Victory

Joey Logano simply got mad after Greg Biffle put Logano in the wall Saturday in the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Auto Club Speedway.

Johnson Rivals Wary of Sprint Cup Champ

Juan Pablo Montoya is well aware NASCAR veteran Mark Martin leads the Chase for the Sprint Cup Championship heading into Sunday's 500-mile race at Auto Club Speedway. It just

Earnhardt Would Welcome Patrick

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he'd love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn't sure when -- or even if -- the IndyCar star will make the transition

Non-Chase Drivers Walk Fine Line

David Reutimann saw Mark Martin's bumper in the mirror and took a deep breath.

Homestead Hosting IRL, NASCAR Weekends

For seven years, the IndyCar series tried to woo fans to its season-opening race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Nothing really worked. Half-empty stands were

Montoya Surprise of Chase So Far

For 26 races, Juan Pablo Montoya and his crew chief worked solely on making the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

Hendrick Cars Pass 2nd Inspection

The cars of championship leaders Mark Martin and Jimmie Johnson have passed a second NASCAR inspection.

Stewart Wins, Improves Title Chances

The record books show that Tony Stewart had two substandard races to start the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

Logano Burns Busch Again

That horrific barrel roll at Dover, the one that looked more like a scene from "Talladega Nights" than a real NASCAR wreck?

Martin Earns Another Pole in Chase Race

Already changed into jeans and a golf shirt, Mark Martin propped his feet up on the chair in front and listened as one of NASCAR's most popular drivers gushed

Hendrick Shows Film of 25 Yrs. in NASCAR

Rick Hendrick is owner of the most successful organization in NASCAR. He has 185 victories, 12 championships and three drivers in title contention this season.

Jeff Gordon on the NASCAR Chase

Four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup series champion, Jeff Gordon spoke to the media Tuesday from Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte in advance of Sunday's NASCAR Sprint

Johnson Wins Chase Race at Dover

Jimmie Johnson dominated again in a Chase race, sweeping the season races at Dover International Speedway to accelerate his bid for an unprecedented fourth

Busch Says 1 Day With Crew Chief Enough

Kurt Busch says preparation for the Sprint Cup race at Dover International Speedway went "maybe better than normal" because having only one day to meet with

Busch Says 1 Day With Crew Chief Enough

Kurt Busch says preparation for the Sprint Cup race at Dover International Speedway went "maybe better than normal" because having only one day to meet with

NASCAR to Allow Testing at Local Tracks

NASCAR will allow teams to test next season at tracks that host regional touring events.

First Jack, Now Jim, Leaving NASCAR

The maker of Jim Beam Bourbon will stop sponsoring Robby Gordon's Sprint Cup team next season, sending another liquor company to the NASCAR sidelines.

Martin Grabs 5th Win in Chase Opener

Through three years in NASCAR, Juan Pablo Montoya had exactly zero experience lining up for a double-file restart with a win on the line.

Engine Failure Ends Kahne's Day Early

Kasey Kahne's bid for his first NASCAR title may have lasted all of 66 laps.

Skinner Takes Pole for NASCAR Truck Race

Mike Skinner has won the pole for the NASCAR Camping World Truck race at New Hampshire.

NASCAR Hits NYC

Three-time defending NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson's whirlwind day came to a close when four Knicks City Dancers presented him with a cake to celebrate his

Red Bull Racing Sticking With Toyota

Red Bull Racing is sticking with Toyota as the manufacturer for the program's two NASCAR Sprint Cup teams.

Hamlin Prepared for a Title Run

Denny Hamlin set his mind on a championship during the offseason, when he vowed to make the personal changes needed to make this a breakthrough season.

Pat Tryson to Be Crew Chief for Truex

Michael Waltrip Racing has hired Pat Tryson as the crew chief for Martin Truex Jr. next season.

Hamlin Wins at Home; Busch Misses Chase

Denny Hamlin suffered his fair share of heartbreak at Richmond International Raceway, the home track where he so desperately wanted a win.

Edwards Wins on Pit Road, Then on Track

Carl Edwards grabbed the lead from Kevin Harvick on pit road with 24 laps to go Friday night and won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Richmond.

Mayfield Sues Stepmom in Father's Death

Suspended NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against his estranged stepmother over the 2007 death of his father.

Kahne Closer to Chase After Atlanta Win

Four guys are in the Chase for the Championship. Ten others are sweating it out. On to Richmond!

Harvick Rallys for Nationwide Win

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won a late gamble on gas, but that wasn't enough to overcome Kevin Harvick's dominance.

Stewart: Danica Will Wind Up in NASCAR

Tony Stewart says he's convinced that Danica Patrick will eventually make the jump to NASCAR.

Edwards to Race Despite Broken Foot

Carl Edwards will race this weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway despite breaking his right foot playing frisbee.

NASCAR Suspends 3 for Substance Abuse

NASCAR has suspended three crew members for violating its toughened substance abuse policy. The three were suspended for violations at Bristol Motor Speedway

Keselowski to Move to Penske Team in '10

Brad Keselowski signed with Penske Racing on Tuesday to drive in both the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series next season.

Yates to Replace Labonte With Darnell

Yates Racing is taking Bobby Labonte out of its No. 96 car for seven upcoming races because of sponsorship issues.

Busch Wins Truck Series Race

It's an off weekend for many of NASCAR's top drivers, but Kyle Busch isn't getting much rest.

Wreck Puts Unwanted Spotlight on Austin

Chase Austin caught a flash of blue and orange out of the corner of his eye right before he drove into the side of the race car.

Johnson Gives Schools $150K in Grants

Three-time reigning NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson donated $150,000 in grants Monday to four Charlotte-area school systems.

Ragan Wins as Busch Wrecks at Bristol

David Ragan held off teammate Carl Edwards on a two-lap sprint to the finish Friday night to win the Nationwide Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Vickers Says Busch 'Out of Strikes'

Brian Vickers expected to discuss his recent Sprint Cup victory, a contract extension with Red Bull Racing and his chances at making the Chase for the

Ryan Newman on the NASCAR Chase

Ryan Newman, driver of the No. 39 Stewart-Haas Racing Chevrolet in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series spoke to the media Tuesday from the NASCAR Research and

Vickers Gets Extension From Red Bull

Brian Vickers was rewarded Tuesday for his win at Michigan with a multiyear contact extension from Red Bull Racing.

Mayfield's Stepmother Arrested

Jeremy Mayfield's estranged stepmother has been accused of trespassing on the suspended NASCAR drivers' property.

Keselowski Wins Mich. Nationwide Race

Brian Vickers didn't see it coming. Brad Keselowski sure did. With Vickers and Kyle Busch fighting it out on the final lap, Keselowski swooped in to grab the

NASCAR's Helton Responds to Earnhardt

NASCAR president Mike Helton agrees with Dale Earnhardt Jr. that the sport should always be looking for ways to improve. Where he differs is over Earnhardt's

Sorenson Upbeat Despite Struggles

The back of Reed Sorenson's red fire suit is emblazoned with "I'm lovin' it" in bright yellow script, the catchy slogan of one of the sponsors of the No. 43

Rusty Wallace, Ray Evernham Talk Racing

Former NASCAR Champion Rusty Wallace and former NASCAR team owner and crew chief Ray Evernham spoke to the media Tuesday about the state of NASCAR.

Roush Asks for Suit to Be Dismissed

Roush Fenway Racing has asked a federal court to dismiss a wrongful termination charge made by a former crew member for Carl Edwards.

Tony Stewart Wins at Watkins Glen

Tony Stewart won the rain-delayed NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Watkins Glen International on a steamy Monday, holding off Australian Marcos Ambrose over the final

Rain Postpones Sprint Cup Race to Monday

Andy Lally will have to curb his enthusiasm for another day. Lally, a champion road racer with dreams of competing in NASCAR, was scheduled to make his first

Ambrose Wins Nationwide at Watkins Glen

A year ago Marcos Ambrose used pit strategy to win at Watkins Glen International. The second time around he used a little aggression.

Johnson Poised for Breakthrough Win

Jimmie Johnson's quest to win a record fourth straight Cup title remains intact, but in the back of his mind. Front and center is winning on a road course.

Lowe's Out as Sponsor of Charlotte Track

Lowe's will not renew its naming rights of Lowe's Motor Speedway when its contract expires after this season.

Busch Running Out of Time to Make Chase

Kyle Busch is known for being fearless in pursuit of victory -- and grouchy when he doesn't achieve it. When he's second or worse, look out. Other teams' crew

Castroneves Still Can't Shake Ordeal

Helio Castroneves says he's still dealing with the angst of the federal tax evasion charges he faced earlier this year.

Denny Hamlin Wins at Pocono Raceway

Denny Hamlin ended a 50-race winless skid Monday, holding off Juan Pablo Montoya over the final riveting laps at Pocono Raceway before choking up with grief in

Tony Stewart Grabs Pole at Pocono

Tony Stewart won at Pocono Raceway this season from the rear of the field. He gets to try it this time from the pole.

Appeals Court Hears Ky. NASCAR Suit

The former owners of the Kentucky Speedway contend that NASCAR has unfair control over which tracks get its top races and on Thursday asked an appeals court to

Hamlin Still Searching for Breakthrough

Scan the top of the NASCAR standings, and Denny Hamlin is there, same as always. The Joe Gibbs Racing star has his No. 11 Toyota a relatively comfortable sixth

Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson Talk Racing

On the heels of last weekend's Brickyard 400, Denny Hamlin and Jimmie Johnson spoke to media about the race and the remainder of the season.

NASCAR: Mayfield Lied to Federal Court

NASCAR says Jeremy Mayfield lied to a federal court about the chronology of a second random drug test. The accusation came Monday in court filings that ask

Johnson Wins Indy After Montoya Penalty

Jimmie Johnson grabbed an improbable third victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway when a speeding penalty to Juan Pablo Montoya blew Sunday's race wide open.

Massa Remains in Life-Threatening State

Ferrari driver Felipe Massa remained in "life-threatening" but stable condition on Sunday following surgery on multiple skull fractures.

Ill Earnhardt Has Backup Plan at Indy

A stomach virus couldn't slow Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s No. 88 car in qualifying Saturday. The illness, however, is forcing Earnhardt's team to make contingency

Court Rules to Keep Mayfield Ban

An appeals court has ruled in NASCAR's favor, granting its request to keep Jeremy Mayfield off the race track. The decision Friday by the 4th U.S. Circuit

NASCAR Hall of Fame Taking Shape

The sun reflecting off the silver dome draws your eyes as you approach downtown Charlotte. Designed to look like sheet metal from a stock car but in the shape

Troubled Milwaukee Mile Draws Interest

Six investor groups have expressed interest in taking over promotional rights for the historic Milwaukee Mile racetrack.

In The Pits: Not 'Happy Harvick' Anymore

They called him "Happy Harvick" at the start of his NASCAR career, when success came so easy that Kevin Harvick had a seemingly perpetual smile.

81-Year-Old Qualifies for NASCAR Race

81-year-old Hershel McGriff has become the oldest driver to take part in a national NASCAR series race after qualifying for a Camping World West Series event

Busch Earns Another Nationwide Victory

Kyle Busch dominated the NASCAR Nationwide Series again, cruising to victory in the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday.

McGriff Aims for Return to Racing at 81

At 81, Hershel McGriff's reasoning for making a racing comeback came down to a simple question: Why not? "I haven't had anyone tell me that I'm crazy," he

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Jeremy Mayfield Speaks

Going against the wishes of his attorney, embattled NASCAR Driver Jeremy Mayfield speaks for almost 20 minutes! In a FOX Charlotte Exclusive with Dao Vu,

NASCAR: Mayfield Tests Positive For Meth

NASCAR said Jeremy Mayfield once again tested positive for methamphetamine and asked the federal judge who lifted the driver's drug suspension to reinstate the

Hornaday Looks to Repeat at Kentucky

In advance of Saturday's Built Ford Tough 225 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at Kentucky Speedway, Ron Hornaday, Jr., driver of the No. 33 Chevrolet in

Martin Wins 4th Race at Chicagoland

Mark Martin will feel his age in the morning or a day or two after a race. His bones will stiffen and his body will ache after driving 400 grueling miles, even

Logano Holds Off Busch at Chicagoland

Joey Logano's only wrong move of the night came after the Nationwide Series race. He walked past the press conference setup and down the wrong aisle until he

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