Nascar

NASCAR is the official acronym for the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, a United States based competition pitting some of the best race car drivers in the world. NASCAR's headquarters are in three locations: Charlotte, North Carolina, Daytona Beach, Florida, and New York City, New York.

While there had been unofficial races at Daytona Beach organized by NASCAR pioneer Bill France, Sr., NASCAR wasn't officially organized until 1948. Some of the most famous drivers to grace the gravel and tar ovals of yesteryear and today include Cale Yarborough, Dale Earnhardt, Sr., Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Lee Petty, Richard Petty, Darrell Waltrip, and crossover driving star, Tony Stewart.

NASCAR has been lampooned in the movies on several occasions, including Burt Reynolds' 1983 feature, Stroker Ace, and Will Ferrell's 2006 film, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “Nascar”

• The Hot Pass: More job cuts coming in NASCAR

  
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  While some are celebrating the end of the NASCAR season, many more wonder if they have a job in the future, Lee Spencer says.
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• The Cool Down Lap: Johnson’s run is historic—but it’s not over

  
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  HOMESTEAD, Fla.—At long last, Jimmie Johnson allowed himself to savor the magnitude of his accomplishments—but don’t let that fool you.After finishing fifth in Sunday’s Ford 400 and wrapping up his fourth straight NASCAR Sprint Cup championship, Johnson reveled in the history he had just achieved. None of the ...
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• Johnson: ‘The Cool Thing Is We’re Not Done Yet’

  
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  By Mike Harris | Senior WriterRacinToday.comHomestead, Fla. – As Jimmie Johnson approached his record-setting fourth-consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship, Rick Hendrick said he kept thinking about the kid he used to give cheeseburger money and rides to and from the racetrack.“He’s come an awful long way ...
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• Victory video: Love for Denny Hamlin? Is that too much to ask?

  
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  Lest we forget, Jimmie Johnson wasnt the only winner on Sunday night. Denny Hamlin ran away with the Ford 400, and if he hadnt had a couple misfires earlier in the Chase, this couldve been a lot more interesting from a championship standpoint. So before we continue with the JJ love, lets spare a thought for Denny ...
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• Jimmie Johnsons 4th Straight NASCAR Championship Still Not Cool

  
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  Quick show of hands, folks: How many of you are stoked to see Jimmie Johnson win his fourth straight NASCAR championship? Now how many of you arent even a little bit embarrassed by the fact that youve watched more NASCAR than NFL these past couple of months? Thought so. Johnsons fifth place finish on Sunday was ...
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• Predictable NASCAR Driver Is Predictable [Nascar]

  
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  Not only does Kyle Petty have one of them-thar cellular telephones, he uses it to tweet, like a metrosexual. At least its stuff any real and true patriotic, native born American can be proud of. [ Twitter ]
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• Where does Jimmie Johnson rank among NASCAR greats?

  
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  Jimmie Johnson has done what no other driver in NASCAR has done: win four Cup championships in a row. That would put him at No. 3 on my list of all-time great NASCAR drivers. Of course Richard Petty and Dale...
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• An anticipated duel between two of NASCAR stars in the Nationwide Series

  
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  Brad Keselowski’s praises the Montreal crowd, confirms return Following Carl Edwards’ comments, it’s Brad Keselowski’s turn to praise the Montreal crowd and confirm his return to the 2010 NAPA Auto Parts 200, presented by Dodge. Following Carl Edwards announcement, that he would defend his race win ...
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• All Jimmie Johnson does is win (AP)

  
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  Apparently theres no pleasing some people, including all those NASCAR fans who keep scanning the horizon in search of the next big thing. They j 11 Vote(s)
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• Fourget the arguments -- Johnson now stands alone (NASCAR.com)

  
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  Fourget the arguments -- Johnson now stands alone 13 Vote(s)
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• Rosberg to drive for Mercedes in 2010 (PA SportsTicker)

  
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  Nico Rosberg will drive for the new Mercedes team in the 2010 Formula One season. 12 Vote(s)
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• Challenger for Johnson in 10? Evernham likes Busch (NASCAR.com)

  
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  Challenger for Johnson in 10? Evernham likes Busch 4 Vote(s)
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• Larry the Cable Guy on BAMs No. 49 in 10 opener (NASCAR.com)

  
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  Larry the Cable Guy on BAMs No. 49 in 10 opener 13 Vote(s)
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• Johnson wins 4th straight NASCAR championship (PA SportsTicker)

  
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• JIMMIE (YAWN) WINS 4TH STRAIGHT CUP

  
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  The greatest dynasty in pro sports right now is one that most sports fans could care less about. That would be the dynasty of the Hendrick Motorsports No. 48 Chevy Monte Carlo, fronted by California native Jimmie Kenneth Johnson. It’s a name so white you could spread peanut butter on it. Johnson won his fourth ...
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• Fourget the arguments -- Johnson now stands alone (NASCAR.com)

  
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  Fourget the arguments -- Johnson now stands alone 5 Vote(s)
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