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NASCAR community mourns death of Dick Trickle JENNA FRYER - AP - Fri, May 17, 2013
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Mark Martin received a piece of advice very early in his career from Dick Trickle that he's never forgotten. More »NASCAR community mourns death of Dick Trickle
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Mark Martin received a piece of advice very early in his career from Dick Trickle that he's never forgotten.
Sheriff: Ex-NASCAR driver Dick Trickle dead at 71 STEVE REED - AP - Thu, May 16, 2013
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — There is that lasting image of Dick Trickle in the Winston 500 lighting up a cigarette while driving his stock car with his knees during a caution … More »Sheriff: Ex-NASCAR driver Dick Trickle dead at 71
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — There is that lasting image of Dick Trickle in the Winston 500 lighting up a cigarette while driving his stock car with his knees during a caution lap.
Nevada lawmaker moves to tax golfing, NASCAR Sandra Chereb, Associated Press - AP - Thu, May 9, 2013
The leader of the Nevada Assembly introduced a proposal Wednesday that would revamp the state's live entertainment tax, extending fees on a range of activities and events … More »Nevada lawmaker moves to tax golfing, NASCAR
The leader of the Nevada Assembly introduced a proposal Wednesday that would revamp the state's live entertainment tax, extending fees on a range of activities and events from recreational golf to NASCAR ...
NASCAR panel reduces JGR penalties JENNA FRYER - AP - Wed, May 8, 2013
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — A NASCAR appeals panel sided with Joe Gibbs Racing on Wednesday and eased some of the penalties imposed for having an illegal part in Matt Kenseth's … More »NASCAR panel reduces JGR penalties
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — A NASCAR appeals panel sided with Joe Gibbs Racing on Wednesday and eased some of the penalties imposed for having an illegal part in Matt Kenseth's race-winning engine at Kansas last month.
Partial win for Penske in NASCAR penalties appeal JENNA FRYER - AP - Tue, May 7, 2013
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Penske Racing celebrated a small victory Tuesday when NASCAR's chief appellate officer issued a mixed ruling on penalties levied against the team. … More »Partial win for Penske in NASCAR penalties appeal
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Penske Racing celebrated a small victory Tuesday when NASCAR's chief appellate officer issued a mixed ruling on penalties levied against the team. Although most everything was upheld, suspensions for seven key employees were reduced from six points races to two.
Lowe reunited with Hamilton at Mercedes Alan Baldwin - Reuters - 21 hrs ago
By Alan Baldwin LONDON (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton will be reunited with Paddy Lowe sooner than expected after Mercedes announced on Monday that the former McLaren technical … More »Lowe reunited with Hamilton at Mercedes
By Alan Baldwin LONDON (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton will be reunited with Paddy Lowe sooner than expected after Mercedes announced on Monday that the former McLaren technical head was joining their Formula One team next month. Mercedes said in a statement that the Briton had been appointed executive director (technical) and …
Motor racing-Lowe reunited with Hamilton at Mercedes Reuters - Mon, May 20, 2013
* Lowe to join Mercedes from McLaren in June * Move reunites technical head with 2008 champion Hamilton By Alan Baldwin LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton will … More »Motor racing-Lowe reunited with Hamilton at Mercedes
* Lowe to join Mercedes from McLaren in June * Move reunites technical head with 2008 champion Hamilton By Alan Baldwin LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton will be reunited with Paddy Lowe sooner than expected after Mercedes announced on Monday that the former McLaren technical head was joining their Formula One team …
F1 tire changes to be less dramatic than feared Alan Baldwin - Reuters - Mon, May 20, 2013
By Alan Baldwin LONDON (Reuters) - Changes to the Formula One tires due to be introduced next month will be less dramatic than some have feared or hoped for, supplier … More »F1 tire changes to be less dramatic than feared
By Alan Baldwin LONDON (Reuters) - Changes to the Formula One tires due to be introduced next month will be less dramatic than some have feared or hoped for, supplier Pirelli said on Monday. Motorsport director Paul Hembery told Reuters that the Italian company would find a solution that all teams could agree on without …
Motor racing-F1 tyre changes to be less dramatic than feared Reuters - Mon, May 20, 2013
By Alan Baldwin LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Changes to the Formula One tyres due to be introduced next month will be less dramatic than some have feared or hoped for, … More »Motor racing-F1 tyre changes to be less dramatic than feared
By Alan Baldwin LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Changes to the Formula One tyres due to be introduced next month will be less dramatic than some have feared or hoped for, supplier Pirelli said on Monday. Motorsport director Paul Hembery told Reuters that the Italian company would find a solution that all teams could agree on …
Motor racing-Lowe to join Mercedes F1 team in June Reuters - Mon, May 20, 2013
LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Former McLaren technical director Paddy Lowe will join Mercedes as an executive director on June 3 after agreement was reached between the … More »Motor racing-Lowe to join Mercedes F1 team in June
LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Former McLaren technical director Paddy Lowe will join Mercedes as an executive director on June 3 after agreement was reached between the two Formula One teams, Mercedes said on Monday. Mercedes said in a statement that the Briton would work closely with team principal Ross Brawn, who retains …
Young Americans waste no time qualifying for Indy MICHAEL MAROT - AP - Sun, May 19, 2013
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bump Day at Indianapolis followed the script. More »Young Americans waste no time qualifying for Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bump Day at Indianapolis followed the script.
Women grab race spots on Bump Day at Indy Reuters - Sun, May 19, 2013
(Reuters) - The 33 car field for the Indianapolis 500 was set on Sunday with women drivers claiming three of the nine spots on offer on Bump Day. Brazil's Ana Beatriz … More »Women grab race spots on Bump Day at Indy
(Reuters) - The 33 car field for the Indianapolis 500 was set on Sunday with women drivers claiming three of the nine spots on offer on Bump Day. Brazil's Ana Beatriz and Britain's Pippa Mann and Katherine Legge joined Swiss Simona De Silvestro, who was among the 24 cars that qualified on Saturday for next Sunday's race. …
Motor racing-Women grab race spots on Bump Day at Indy Reuters - Sun, May 19, 2013
May 19 (Reuters) - The 33 car field for the Indianapolis 500 was set on Sunday with women drivers claiming three of the nine spots on offer on Bump Day. Brazil's Ana … More »Motor racing-Women grab race spots on Bump Day at Indy
May 19 (Reuters) - The 33 car field for the Indianapolis 500 was set on Sunday with women drivers claiming three of the nine spots on offer on Bump Day. Brazil's Ana Beatriz and Britain's Pippa Mann and Katherine Legge joined Swiss Simona De Silvestro, who was among the 24 cars that qualified on Saturday for next Sunday's …
Motorcycling-Pedrosa on top with French GP win Reuters - Sun, May 19, 2013
(Adds details and other results) May 19 (Reuters) - Spain's Dani Pedrosa claimed top spot in the world championship MotoGP standings when he won his maiden French Grand … More »Motorcycling-Pedrosa on top with French GP win
(Adds details and other results) May 19 (Reuters) - Spain's Dani Pedrosa claimed top spot in the world championship MotoGP standings when he won his maiden French Grand Prix on a wet Le Mans course on Sunday. The Honda rider took the lead midway through the race to beat Britain's Cal Crutchlow (Yamaha) and Spanish rookie …
Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France moto2 results Reuters - Sun, May 19, 2013
May 19 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France Moto2 on Sunday 1. Scott Redding (Britain) Kalex 36:43.583 2. Mika Kallio (Finland) Kalex … More »Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France moto2 results
May 19 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France Moto2 on Sunday 1. Scott Redding (Britain) Kalex 36:43.583 2. Mika Kallio (Finland) Kalex 36:44.673 3. Xavier Simeon (Belgium) Kalex 36:44.817 4. Dominique Aegerter (Switzerland) Suter 36:45.284 5. Johann Zarco (France) Suter 36:45.442 6. Mattia …
Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole MICHAEL MAROT - AP - Sat, May 18, 2013
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ed Carpenter turned Pole Day into a family celebration. More »Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ed Carpenter turned Pole Day into a family celebration.
Carpenter slays IndyCar giants to win 500 pole Reuters - Sat, May 18, 2013
(Reuters) - Ed Carpenter upstaged IndyCar's biggest names and teams on Saturday to grab pole for the 97th Indianapolis 500. Carpenter, IndyCar's only owner/driver, delivered … More »Carpenter slays IndyCar giants to win 500 pole
(Reuters) - Ed Carpenter upstaged IndyCar's biggest names and teams on Saturday to grab pole for the 97th Indianapolis 500. Carpenter, IndyCar's only owner/driver, delivered the big surprise on Pole Day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway clocking a four-lap average speed of 228.762 mph in his Chevrolet powered Dallara around …
Motor racing-Carpenter slays IndyCar giants to win 500 pole Reuters - Sat, May 18, 2013
May 18 (Reuters) - Ed Carpenter upstaged IndyCar's biggest names and teams on Saturday to grab pole for the 97th Indianapolis 500. Carpenter, IndyCar's only owner/driver, … More »Motor racing-Carpenter slays IndyCar giants to win 500 pole
May 18 (Reuters) - Ed Carpenter upstaged IndyCar's biggest names and teams on Saturday to grab pole for the 97th Indianapolis 500. Carpenter, IndyCar's only owner/driver, delivered the big surprise on Pole Day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway clocking a four-lap average speed of 228.762 mph in his Chevrolet powered Dallara …
Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France moto2 qualification results Reuters - Sat, May 18, 2013
May 18 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France Moto2 Qualification on Saturday 1. Takaaki Nakagami (Japan) Kalex 1:38.508 2. Scott Redding … More »Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France moto2 qualification results
May 18 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France Moto2 Qualification on Saturday 1. Takaaki Nakagami (Japan) Kalex 1:38.508 2. Scott Redding (Britain) Kalex 1:38.858 3. Johann Zarco (France) Suter 1:39.187 4. Esteve Rabat (Spain) Pons Kalex 1:39.193 5. Xavier Simeon (Belgium) Kalex 1:39.296 6. …
Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France motogp qualification results Reuters - Sat, May 18, 2013
May 18 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France MotoGP Qualification on Saturday 1. Marc Marquez (Spain) Honda 1:33.187 2. Jorge Lorenzo … More »Motorcycling-Motorcycling Grand Prix France motogp qualification results
May 18 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Motorcycling Grand Prix France MotoGP Qualification on Saturday 1. Marc Marquez (Spain) Honda 1:33.187 2. Jorge Lorenzo (Spain) Yamaha 1:33.217 3. Andrea Dovizioso (Italy) Ducati 1:33.603 4. Cal Crutchlow (Britain) Yamaha 1:33.609 5. Stefan Bradl (Germany) Honda 1:33.634 6. …
Andretti team is clear favorite for Indy pole MICHAEL MAROT - AP - Fri, May 17, 2013
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Everything seems to be lining up for Michael Andretti this May. More »Andretti team is clear favorite for Indy pole
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Everything seems to be lining up for Michael Andretti this May.
Busch will understand if Kahne retaliates soon JENNA FRYER - AP - Fri, May 17, 2013
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Kyle Busch holds a 3-0 advantage over Kasey Kahne this season and understands Kahne may be planning some retaliation. More »Busch will understand if Kahne retaliates soon
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Kyle Busch holds a 3-0 advantage over Kasey Kahne this season and understands Kahne may be planning some retaliation.
Retired race car driver Trickle dead in apparent suicide: police Reuters - Thu, May 16, 2013
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina (Reuters) - Retired race car driver Richard "Dick" Trickle died on Thursday from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a North Carolina … More »Retired race car driver Trickle dead in apparent suicide: police
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina (Reuters) - Retired race car driver Richard "Dick" Trickle died on Thursday from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a North Carolina cemetery, sheriff's officials said. Trickle, 71, was found lying near his pickup after a man believed to be him called the Lincoln County Communications …