No-bump rule frustrates fans, drivers
David Newton, ESPN.comNASCAR's 11th-hour announcement that it would not tolerate bump drafting in the turns of Sunday's Amp Energy 500 drew widespread criticism in the garage -- and on the Internet.
Story | Conversation | November 01, 2009Drafting at Talledega to be monitored
David Newton, ESPN.comThe first and maybe even second, third or fourth car to cross the finish line in Sunday's Sprint Cup race at Talladega may not be declared the winner if NASCAR rules an advantage was gained by bump drafting or pushing through the final turn.
Story | Conversation | November 01, 2009Atlanta sets up crazy regular-season finale at Richmond
David Newton, ESPN.com(AP Photo/Glenn Smith) Kevin Harvick dominated Saturday night's Nationwide Series race, and although he didn't win Sunday night (he finished second), ...
Page | ConversationHow silly will Silly Season get?
David Newton, ESPN.comHow crazy will this Silly Season get? With big names rumored to be on the move and whole teams looking to swap manufacturers, it might be the wildest one yet.
Story | Conversation | July 15, 2009It's all Teresa's fault!? No, it really isn't
David Newton, ESPN.comIf you're looking for someone to blame for what's happened to Dale Earnhardt Inc., and the apparent demise of the No. 8, there's plenty to go around. It's a shame -- and a sham -- that Teresa Earnhardt catches so much of it.
Story | Conversation | April 13, 2009No. 8 car idles, awaiting sponsorship
David Newton, ESPN.comEarnhardt Ganassi Racing president Steve Lauletta said Wednesday that operations for the No. 8 Sprint Cup car driven by Aric Almirola have been suspended until sponsorship is found.
Story | Conversation | April 08, 2009Sources: No. 8 car is being parked
David Newton, ESPN.comThe No. 8 Sprint Cup car, the centerpiece of Dale Earnhardt Inc. before the merger with Chip Ganassi Racing, is the latest casualty of the economy.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2009Top 35 spots guaranteed to start
David Newton, ESPN.comMark Martin won't have to qualify on speed next week at Martinsville. Neither will Joey Logano, although a blown engine late in Sunday's race at Bristol Motor Speedway made him a candidate. Ryan Newman is off the proverbial bubble as well.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2009Martin, Newman headlining those sweating out top 35
David Newton, ESPN.com...formed Stewart-Haas Racing. Less thrilled have to be the folks at Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Aric Almirola ranked 36th, and Yates Racing with Paul Menard 38th and Travis Kvapil 39th. It's really...
Page | ConversationA great prelude to the 500
David Newton, ESPN.comDaytona Duels blog
Story | Conversation | February 12, 2009Earnhardt Ganassi Racing pretty in pink
David Newton...on the pole and three of the six fastest cars -- Juan Pablo Montoya was fourth and Aric Almirola sixth -- doesn't hurt, either. I wouldn't have said that six months ago. At that...
Blog Entry | Conversation | February 09, 2009Truex takes 500 pole; Martin second
David Newton, ESPN.comDaytona Pole Day blog
Story | Conversation | February 08, 2009Truex puts 2008 turmoil behind him
David Newton, ESPN.comMartin Truex Jr. had plenty on his mind in 2008 ... plenty of turmoil, that is. This year, he's hoping to concentrate on what he does best -- driving the No. 1 Chevy for Earnhardt Ganassi Racing.
Story | Conversation | February 07, 2009Mayfield finalizes owner/driver deal
David Newton, ESPN.comJeremy Mayfield has finalized a deal to be the driver/owner this year of the No. 41 car sponsored by All Sport.
Story | Conversation | February 03, 2009Gordon, McMurray and the Hall of Fame
David Newton...and Yates Racing's No. 96. Perhaps he said it not to hurt the feelings of Aric Almirola, who was slated for the ride. The truth is, according to those in the know, Labonte...
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