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[motorsport] Against the Odds: Kaz Grala confident ahead of Mid-Ohio
Most drivers who get in a car their with the wrong set-up due to lack of practice and then finish with a top 15 would be content with the results. But then again, most drivers aren’t Grala. Grala finished 15th and on the lead lap at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International last weekend as he and his team used a road course car from Roush Fenway Racing for the first time. “Last week was tough ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Clint Bowyer: "You have to elevate your game" to compete with Big 3
When the topic arises of whether anyone else can compete with the likes of Kevin Harvick, Kyle Busch and Martin Truex Jr. this season, Bowyer’s name is most often mentioned. But even Bowyer knows he and his No. 14 Stewart-Haas Racing need to get even better if they hope battle those three in the upcoming playoffs. “You have to elevate your game and rise to their capabilities and ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Denny Hamlin tops Michigan Cup practice at over 202 mph
With virtually all teams running in qualifying set-up, Hamlin set the fastest average lap speed (202.230 mph) late in the 50-minute session at Michigan International Speedway. Hamlin has two series wins at Michigan, but his most recent came in the 2011 season. He was 12th in this season’s first event at the 2-mile oval. Kurt Busch ended up second (201.901 mph) and Daniel Suarez was third ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Ford to Offer Unibody Baby Bronco Built on Focus Platform
In addition to the midsize, body-on-frame 2020 Ford Bronco, the company will reportedly introduce a smaller baby off-roader using the Ford Focus’ platform. View the full article
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[motorsport] Eye in the Sky: Eddie D’Hondt celebrates Chase Elliott’s first win
This week, Motorsport.com caught up with veteran spotter Eddie D’Hondt, who recently celebrated helping Chase Elliott score his first Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series win last Sunday at Watkins Glen International. D’Hondt, who’s been involved in racing for over 35 years, has also spotted for NASCAR Hall of Fame drivers Bill Elliott and Jeff Gordon just to name a few. D’Hondt also used to ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] GMS take on trucks: Dalton Sargeant looks to keep momentum going
GMS take on trucks: Dalton Sargeant looks to keep momentum going NASCAR Camping World Truck Series rookie of the year contender Dalton Sargeant is smiling a little more these days and it’s for good reason. After going through some frustrating finishes through the early part of summer, Sargeant has enjoyed two top-10 finishes in the past three races highlighted by a career-best third-place ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Stewart: Mustang an "iconic race car" that belongs in the Cup Series
The Mustang will become just the fourth model fielded by the blue oval in the modern era of NASCAR, joining the Thunderbird, Taurus and Fusion. Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart wheeled out the car Thursday afternoon, giving the racing community their first glimpse at the new Mustang. "To be the one to drive the Mustang here was a pretty cool honor," said Stewart. "First time I've been ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Ford unveils new NASCAR Mustang for 2019 Cup
The Blue Oval announced earlier this year that the Mustang would replace the Fusion at the end of 2018, in a move that had been rumoured for most of the year. It has previously raced its most famous car in the Xfinity series. Ford has not won a Cup championship since 2004 when Kurt Busch won the crown for Roush Fenway Racing, but the Fusion could yet end its drought now Stewart-Haas Racing's ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[autosport] Ford reveals Mustang it will enter into 2019 NASCAR Cup series
Ford has revealed the Mustang challenger that it will enter into the 2019 NASCAR Cup series View the full article
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[autosport] Ford cannot accept early 2019 struggles with new NASCAR Mustang
Ford cannot accept "reduced performance" from its 2019 NASCAR Cup series Mustang challenger after Toyota and Chevrolet experienced slow starts with new cars in the last two years View the full article
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[foxsports]
After Chase Elliott's win, is his feud with Denny Hamlin over?
Chase Elliott tells Daryl Motte that he wasn't surprised Denny Hamlin reached out to congratulate him on his first career win. View the full article
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[motorsport] SMI NASCAR tracks adopt "weather guarantee" for ticket holders
Under SMI’s new “Weather Guarantee,” if a NASCAR race is postponed due to weather and the ticket holder is unable to attend on the rescheduled date, a ticket credit can be issued toward a qualifying NASCAR race at any SMI venue. The initiative covers Atlanta Motor Speedway, Bristol Motor Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Kentucky Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, New Hampshire Motor ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Ford cannot accept "reduced performance" from 2019 Mustang
You can watch today's unveiling on Motorsport.com at 12 p.m. EST. Chevrolet made the perfect start with its new Camaro by winning the season-opening Daytona 500 but has taken victory just once since, while the Ford Fusion, the oldest car on the grid, has often been the benchmark in 2018. Toyota has taken 11 wins to Ford's nine in the 22 races so far this season, but it was accused of ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Whoops! Ford Goes Live With 2019 Ranger Configurator, Could Start at $24,000
Ford accidentally published the configurator tool for its 2019 Ranger on Tuesday, allowing quick-witted enthusiasts to spec out their ideal midsize pickups. View the full article
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[fourwheeler] SCORE Announces 2019 Race Schedule
SCORE International Racing has announced its 2019 race schedule. View the full article
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[motorsport] NASCAR Roundtable: Chase Elliott's big win and its impact on the sport
How big was Chase Elliott's maiden Cup win at Watkins Glen for NASCAR? Jim: It could not have come at a better time, nor in a better fashion. It seems all season fans and even media have greatly anticipated the rise of young talent in the Cup series only to see three veteran, experienced drivers dominate the competition for most of the year. The exciting thing about Elliott's win was that it ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Justin Marks to run three Xfinity road course races for Ganassi
Marks will drive the No. 42 Chevrolet this weekend at Mid-Ohio, Aug. 25 at Road America and Sept. 29 on the Charlotte Roval, the latest addition to road racing on the Xfinity and Cup series’ schedules. Justin Marks, Katerra Chevrolet Camaro Photo by: Brett Moist / LAT Images Two years ago, Marks led 43 of 75 laps at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for his lone Xfinity Series victory ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[foxsports]
Chase Elliott: 'Those tough days made this past weekend that much more special.'
Chase Elliott tells Daryl Motte about how all of the tough days and second-place finishes made his first win more special. View the full article
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[foxsports]
Chase Elliott describes what the first 48 hours were like after his win
Chase Elliott tells Daryl Motte what the first 48 hours were like after scoring his first career win. View the full article
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[foxsports]
Here’s why Chase Elliott was not penalized on that final pit stop at Watkins Glen
Adam Alexander and Drew Blickensderfer explain why Chase Elliott was not penalized by NASCAR on his final pit stop in Watkins Glen. View the full article
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[foxsports]
NASCAR points leader Kyle Busch looking to dominate playoffs
NASCAR superstar Kyle Busch has long felt dominant in the regular season View the full article
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[motorsport] Chase Elliott credits college football coach speech for inspiration
The journey to Elliott’s first win in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series and the ups-and-downs that came with it are well documented. Elliott, the 22-year-old son of Hall of Famer Bill Elliott, captured his first series victory Sunday at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International in his 99th career start. But along the way – just like his father did – he finished second eight different times ... ... Keep reading View the full article
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[foxsports]
The Latest: Bruton Smith asks for support of NASCAR
The Latest: Owner of Speedway Motorsports calls on all NASCAR stakeholders to rally around series following arrest of Chairman Brian France View the full article
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[autosport] Elliott: Xfinity one-off appearance for GMS my last NASCAR race
One-time NASCAR Cup champion Bill Elliott says that his Xfinity race at Road America later in August will be his last in NASCAR View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Ford and Volkswagen May Collaborate on 2025 Ranger and Amarok Pickups
Ford and Volkswagen might join forces on a commercial vehicle joint venture, including future versions of the Amarok and Ranger pickups. View the full article