December 2010

What's It Going to Take to Bury USF1 Online?

Submitted by Bill Tybur on December 30, 2010 - 11:29am
I was talking to someone about the new United States Grand Prix set for Austin in 2012 and I said I would send him a link so he could see the proposed track design.  Guess what popped up at the top of the page when I googled "US F1?"Yup: www.usgpe.com

Holiday Motorsports Traditions Run In The Family

Submitted by Amy Marbach on December 29, 2010 - 12:23pm
Christmas and New Years are holidays spent with family, but admittedly, by the time Christmas Eve rolls around I am really really missing my NASCAR fix.  Some of my fondest holiday memories revolve around motorsports.

My Racing Wish List for Santa

Submitted by Bill Tybur on December 24, 2010 - 10:05am
Christmas is only a day away and as I sit here jonesing for some kind, ANY kind of racing to watch on televison or read about online, I keep thinking about what I want Santa to bring me for Christmas. Yes, my wish list includes lots of noble things like a cure for cancer, world peace, the elimination of poverty and a few hearts and souls for select Senators, Congressman, bank presidents and media moguls.

How To Get Prepared For The Next NASCAR Season

Submitted by Vinny OHare on December 22, 2010 - 2:36pm
Sure Christmas is a few days away and you are getting your Holiday parties in order, but in a few short weeks we will be back to NASCAR racing. If you are like me, you are having serious NASCAR withdrawals at this point. Odds are you would rather see Darrell Waltrip say "Bogity, Bogity, Bogity" than Santa Claus saying "Ho HO HO". I feel your pain too.

A Tribute to a Pioneer: Tom Walkinshaw and the XJ220 Supercar

Submitted by Larry Edsall on December 20, 2010 - 11:23am
News earlier this month of the death of Tom Walkinshaw immediately brought memories to mind: Le Mans 1989 and the Fast Masters racing series of 1993.

Ganassi's New IndyCar Team Cause for Cheers Now, Jeers Later?

Submitted by Bill Tybur on December 17, 2010 - 2:54pm
This past Thursday Chip Ganassi Racing announced the formation of a new 'satellite' IndyCar team for drivers Graham Rahal and Charlie Kimball.  For fans of IndyCar, the Indy 500 and Uncle Sam, the news couldn't be better. But why let a big positive get in the way of baseless fretting and negative spin?  

West Coast NASCAR Fan Feels the 2011 Schedule Squeeze

Submitted by Amy Marbach on December 14, 2010 - 1:19pm
It's hard enough being a NASCAR fan on the west coast, but the 2011 NASCAR schedule is making my life even harder. 

NASCAR Wants a New Points System? I've Got One

Submitted by Bill Tybur on December 10, 2010 - 12:55pm
NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France has said he plans to announce some changes to the Sprint Cup Series points system in mid-January, probably during NASCAR Preseason Thunder at Daytona, a month before the 500.

What Was The Biggest Story This Year in NASCAR?

Submitted by Vinny OHare on December 9, 2010 - 9:53am
Lately, I have been racking my brain lately thinking about what was the biggest story of the 2010 NASCAR season. I asked this question on Twitter and Facebook and was amazed at some of the responses. I think it all comes down to what teams you root for.

How Much Impact Does Nitrogen Really Have On Your Tires?

Submitted by Tim Sweet on December 8, 2010 - 9:48am
If you've read my blog or found me on Facebook or MySpace or various forums, you know that I recently picked up a 07 Corvette, which I love.