123 Results for kyle petty

Want Air Johnsons? You're outta luck

David Newton, ESPN.com

He has the looks. He's articulate. He has three Sprint Cup titles and is closing in on a fourth. So why aren't the advertisers beating down Jimmie Johnson's door?

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009

Warning to Keselowski at Kansas uncalled for

David Newton

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- In the NBA, officials typically let players get away with contact in the playoffs that might be called a foul in the regular season...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 08, 2009

News travels fast in Twitterville

David Newton, ESPN.com

They're not tweeting at 200 mph. (Besides, have you ever tried texting with racing gloves on?) But more drivers are using social networking sites to stay connected with fans.

Story | Conversation | October 07, 2009

Good for RPM, great for NASCAR

David Newton, ESPN.com

The coolest part of Kasey Kahne's Cup series win at Infineon Raceway? Seeing Richard Petty back in Victory Lane.

Story | Conversation | June 25, 2009

Nothing went Kyle Busch's way at Lowe's

David Newton, ESPN.com

...AP Photo/John Bazemore) Kyle Busch seemingly had the car to beat in the Coca-Cola 600, but when the rain covers...

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Petty Motorsports ready for a fight

David Newton, ESPN.com

It may have been only one race, but for Richard Petty, and the team that now bears his name, the Daytona 500 was a breath of fresh air, writes David Newton.

Story | Conversation | February 17, 2009

The pressure's on these bubble boys

David Newton, ESPN.com

Even Dale Earnhardt Jr. can find himself on the bubble. No, he won't lose his day job if he doesn't win a race in 2009. But those title hopes are fading fast.

Story | Conversation | February 03, 2009

Merger keeps Petty in team name

David Newton, ESPN.com

Richard Petty got his wish. The Petty name will remain in the title of the new company merger between Petty Enterprises and Gillett Evernham Motorsports.

Story | Conversation | January 19, 2009

Petty gets No. 44; Allmendinger to drive

David Newton, ESPN.com

The No. 44 will replace the No. 10 as the fourth car at Richard Petty Motorsports, or RPM -- the new Sprint Cup organization formed by the merger between Gillett Evernham Motorsports and Petty Enterprises.

Story | Conversation | January 19, 2009

Petty, Gillett Evernham merge

David Newton, ESPN.com

It's official. Petty Enterprises as it has been known no longer exists.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2009

Petty Enterprises: 1949-2009

David Newton, ESPN.com

The sign on the front door at the Petty Enterprises shop says "Closed for inventory today." It may as well say closed for good, writes David Newton.

Story | Conversation | January 05, 2009

Sources: Petty Enterprises, GEM remain in merger talks

David Newton, ESPN.com

Petty Enterprises remains in discussions with Gillett Evernham Motorsports to merge into a four-car operation, sources told ESPN.com on Thursday.

Story | Conversation | December 04, 2008

Where Johnson ends up among NASCAR greats yet to be determined

David Newton, ESPN.com

Just where does three-time champion Jimmie Johnson fit in with the all-time greats of NASCAR? The sky's the limit, writes David Newton.

Story | Conversation | November 16, 2008

Petty Enterprises to bring back No. 44 car in '09

David Newton, ESPN.com

Petty Enterprises will resurrect the No. 44 for its second Sprint Cup team next season, vice president of racing operations Robbie Loomis said Friday.

Story | Conversation | October 17, 2008

With Allmendinger's departure, Speed prepped to take over No. 84

David Newton, ESPN.com

Red Bull Racing is laying the groundwork for Scott Speed to take over the No. 84 Sprint Cup car next season.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2008