Monthly Archives: August 2013

Statement from NASCAR on 2014 Broadcast Partners

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Statement From NASCAR Vice President Of Broadcasting And Production Steve Herbst On 2014 Broadcast Partners
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 “Despite recent reports to the contrary, nothing substantive has been presented to NASCAR regarding broadcast partners’ plans to alter our TV agreement in 2014. We’re very happy with our current broadcast partners and fully expect and are excited to be back with FOX, Turner and ESPN next year. These types of discussions happen regularly across the sports television landscape, very rarely resulting in changes to a media rights agreement.”

 

 

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NASCAR Reinstates Former Crew Member

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NASCAR Reinstates Former Crew Member Robert Harrison

NASCARlogo NASCAR has reinstated former NASCAR Nationwide Series crew member Robert (Robbie) S. Harrison upon his successful completion of NASCAR’s Substance Abuse Policy Road to Recovery Program. Harrison had been indefinitely suspended from NASCAR on May 30, 2013 for violating the sanctioning body’s substance abuse policy.

 

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Jason’s Journey: Heading in a New Direction

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JasonJourneylogo400x300This summer has been a really enjoyable one as well as one that has me thinking. Thinking about my future and what would be best for me. Working in NASCAR is my dream and through whatever type of media it is, I will be thankful. Continue reading →

NASCAR Fan & Media Engagement Center to be Featured in New National Advertising Campaign

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NASCAR Fan & Media Engagement Center To Be Featured

In New National Advertising Campaign From HP

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NASCAR will be featured in new advertising launching today as part of HP’s “Build a better enterprise. Together” marketing campaign, which highlights stories of collaboration and co-innovation. NASCAR’s story illustrates how the company worked with HP to create the Fan and Media Engagement Center (FMEC), which incorporates innovative technology that is transforming its relationships with fans and partners. The centerpiece of the campaign is a fast-paced, 30-second TV spot highlighting NASCAR as one of HP’s lighthouse customers and featuring NASCAR Chief Marketing Officer Steve Phelps. Continue reading →

Michael Self in Pursuit of a K&N Pro Series West Title

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Michael Self started racing go-carts at age 11, switched to racing open-wheel at age 16 and just two years later, he turned to racing late model stock cars.

In 2006, Self became a member of America’s Champ Car team at Rotax Grand Finals in Portugal and by 2007 he was a Champ Car Rotax Scholarship winner.

Self made his NASCAR debut in 2009 entering two races in the K&N Pro Series West/KNPSW and by 2010, in 12 races, he finished as runner-up for Rookie of the Year and eighth in the point standings. In 2011, Self followed up his rookie year by finishing seventh in the series’ point standings. 2012 brought three wins, eight top-fives and nine top-tens in 15 races, with Self finishing sixth in the series’ point standings.   Continue reading →