The Failing NASCAR Economy: A Time for Action!
Most will agree that the current economic recession will have a significant financial impact on NASCAR teams and the sport as a whole – but does it really need to be this way? In 2009, there will be significantly less Sprint Cup teams competing on a weekly basis – and yet, in economic downturns other [...]
Crown Royal to Cheerios?
Rumors are swirling that Jamie McMurray, currently the driver of Roush Fenway Racing’s #26 Crown Royal/Irwin Tools Ford, will be the driver of Richard Childress Racing’s 4th team, to be sponsored by Cheerios/General Mills. Could this be a sign that Roush Fenway Racing is unable to secure a replacement sponsor for the American Automotive Association [...]
The Verdict is In –Tony Stewart’s 2009 Season
Shortly after the official announcement from Tony Stewart about his plans to race under the rebranded Stewart Haas Racing (formerly, HAAS CNC Racing) for 2009 and beyond – I posted a poll question asking my readers about their predication for Tony Stewart’s success in 2009. Personally, I am shocked by the overwhelming predication of more [...]
Richard Childress Racing (RCR) Tearing Up NASCAR in More Ways than One
Richard Childress Racing (RCR) has much to be proud of these days and is tearing up the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series with having all 3 of his cars in the Top 12 in point’s standings; and is currently qualified for the Chase for the Cup. However, the off-the track business maneuvers of this champion contending [...]
Petty Enterprises Final Days
Recently, Richard Childress Racing (RCR) made a major announcement – General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has agreed to a multi-year partnership to sponsor the No. 33 Cheerios®/Hamburger Helper® Chevrolet Impala SS beginning with the 2009 NASCAR Cup Series season. This is the final nail in the coffin for NASCAR’s oldest team – Petty Enterprises. With [...]
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