Archive for October 4th, 2007

After two 35th-place results, Matt Kenseth isn’t out of the Chase, but he’ll need others to bobble to win the title, says Larry McReynolds.

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Open-wheel invasion

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

Check out images of Dario Franchitti, Scott Speed and Jacques Villeneuve as they begin their stock car careers at Talladega.

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Lowe’s owner threatens to close track

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

The owner of Lowe’s Motor Speedway threatened to shut down the track and open another one somewhere else after the city council derailed his plans to build a drag-racing strip at the site.

City officials angered Bruton Smith when they voted this week to change zoning to ban drag strips, addressing concerns of nearby residents worried the noise would disturb their neighborhoods and decrease property values.

Smith said his team looked at two sites Wednesday and was contacted by two more sites.

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Talladega Craftsman Truck final practice speeds

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

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Talladega Craftsman Truck qualifying order

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Villeneuve not ready; J.J., Jeff for title

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

There is no doubt that Jacques Villeneuve is talented, but DW says it is a mistake to let him attempt to debut at ‘Dega.

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The 2008 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule was announced today and for the sixth consecutive year, the championship will be contested over 25 races. The 2008 season will be the 60th anniversary of NASCAR, which was incorporated on Feb. 21, 1948.

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Kyle Busch taking his lumps, but learning lessons

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -Kyle Busch stomped past a throng of waiting reporters, too angry to talk after Dale Earnhardt Jr. wrecked him at Kansas Speedway.

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Can Bowyer continue to be the Chase hero?

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

Rea White points out that Clint Bowyer has been the hero of the 2007 Chase, but can he continue playing this role and win the title?

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Pit Stop with Kyle Busch

Posted by on October 4th, 2007

Kyle Busch talks with FOXSports.com about his new Joe Gibbs Racing ride, problems with Dale Jr., the Chase for the Cup and more.

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