Waltrip drives #15 for 10th Anniversary, 25th straight 500

WALTRIP TO DRIVE NO. 15 NAPA TOYOTA IN DAYTONA 500 Commemorates 10th Anniversary of 2001 Victory, 25th Consecutive 500 Start CORNELIUS, N.C. ? Michael Waltrip Racing and NAPA AUTO PARTS announced today that two-time Daytona 500 winner Michael Waltrip will drive the No. 15 NAPA Toyota in his 25th consecutive Daytona 500 on Feb. 20. [...]

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Name That Shifter, No. 10: BMW 318i

As we do every week, we asked you to identify a mystery shifter’s vehicular origin. An overwhelming majority of those who ventured a correct guess, with the consensus that it was a BMW E30 3-series, and probably a coupe. The first commenter to respond, Shaka, was correct and will receive a Save the Manuals sticker [...] Related posts:
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2012 Fiat 500 U.S. Spec ? First Drive Review

The American-market Cinquecento proves just as engaging as the European one. Fiat is reentering the U.S. market in a sector that is booming and the opposite of boring, and into which its infiltrator fits perfectly. Small-car segments are growing fast, and some of the most daring bodies in the business are among the smallest: the Nissan [...] Related posts:
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Future Supercross and Motocross stars will battle for points and purse at 2011 AMA Racing Pro/Am events

American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) PICKERINGTON, Ohio Dec. 22, 2010 The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce the 2010 AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross schedule. These events are where dreams begin for amateur racers, and where they earn the credentials...

Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2010/12/future_supercross_and_mot.php

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2012 Ford Focus Euro-Spec ? First Drive Review

This is what our Focus could be like, if we were willing to pay for it. As part of the Blue Oval?s “One Ford” global strategy, the company says that at least 80 percent of the new Focus will be standardized around the world?no small feat for a car that will be sold in more than [...] Related posts:
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JGR Celebrating 20th Anniversary

Tony Stewart (left) jokes with Joe Gibbs during a surprise apperance at Joe Gibbs Racing as part of the NASCAR Sprint Media Tour. (HHP/Harold Hinson Photo) CHARLOTTE, N.C. ? The final stop on the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Media Tour Thursday at Joe Gibbs Racing was a reunion of sorts with former JGR drivers Bobby Labonte and Tony Stewart making special appearances

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INDYCAR Unveils New Name, Double-File Restarts, Kids in the Garage

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Speaking to racing journalists and industry insiders Tuesday in Indianapolis, INDYCAR CEO Randy Barnard revealed big changes for the series ranging from a new name for the sanctioning body -- INDYCAR -- to double-file restarts in oval races, to lowering the age for visitors in the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway garage area.

In his first formal "state of the sport'' address since taking over as CEO a year ago, Barnard (above) spoke about the responsibility and commitment to listen to open-wheel fans as he tries to reinvigorate the once-thriving genre. And that means, according to Barnard, a new name "to move the sport forward.''

One of the most visible changes announced Tuesday will be double-file restarts beginning with the May 29 Indianapolis 500, where, for the first time in the track's 102-year history, children nine years of age and older will be allowed in the garage on race day. The engine committee also revealed it will go with a smaller 2.2-liter engine for the new 2012 car, instead of the 2.4-liter originally approved for the cars. Honda, Chevrolet and Lotus have all committed to supplying engines.

"We're trying to increase the excitement and drama around the events," said President of Competition Brian Barnhart. "Much of it is a response to fans' expectations."

Earlier Tuesday, INDYCAR announced the opening of an office outside Los Angeles with the intent to integrate a Hollywood-feel within the series -- bringing the entertainment industry into the fold to help promote the sport.

"This will be a one-stop shop to pursue opportunities and make deals across multiple business lines and entertainment outlets,'' Barnard said.

 

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BIKES: Models Ride At Cornerspin

Jamie Faith Edmondson and Heather Ray Young (Miss Jan and Feb 2010) wanted to learn to ride, so we brought them out to Cornerspin for a day with Aaron Stevenson to get them started.

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