Monthly Archives: March 2014

Air Titan 2.0 Unveiled at Martinsville Speedway

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NASCAR Debuts Latest Version Of Cutting-Edge Track-Drying Technology

NASCAR introduced an evolution in innovation today – the results of which will continue to elevate a fan’s race-viewing experience to an even greater level.

The Toyota-hauled next generation of Air Titan, the cutting-edge track-drying technology, made its race weekend debut at Martinsville Speedway today. Air Titan 2.0 is a more compact, more nimble and more environmentally friendly version of its innovative predecessor – one that since its introduction in February 2013 has rescued multiple races, including this year’s Daytona 500. Continue reading →

Throwback Thursday – Hamlin Wins in Front of Home Crowd at Martinsville

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Photo – Chris McGrath/Getty Images

For this week’s feature, I decided to recap the last Cup race run on my friend’s birthday, the Goody’s Cool Orange 500 from Martinsville Speedway, which was on March 30, 2008.

Seven-time Martinsville winner Jeff Gordon won the pole for the race, with Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny Hamlin starting right beside him. Continue reading →

Statement from Richard Petty and Family – Lynda Gayle Owens Petty

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Lynda Gayle Owens Petty, 72, one of the first women of NASCAR and its most beloved wife, mother and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Level Cross, North Carolina today. She was surrounded by her family. Continue reading →

John and Courtney Force – Super Stars of NHRA

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John and Courtney Force are our next guests on Fan4Racing Fan2Fan NASCAR & Race Talk on Monday, March 24, 2014 at 9 pm ET for Courtney and 9:30 pm ET for John. Call 347-996-5176 during the LIVE broadcast to interact with our guests and the Fan4Racing panel.

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The most prolific winner in drag racing history with 120 NHRA tour victories and 13 series championships, all in a series of Castrol GTX-sponsored hybrids called “Funny Cars” that are capable of zero to 330 mile-an-hour acceleration in 4.6 seconds. Is the current NHRA national record holder for quarter-mile performance at 4.665 seconds, 333.58 mph. John has an unbelievable winning streak, having earned at least one tour victory in each of the last 20 seasons. John entered the 2006 season having qualified for a record 369 consecutive races dating back to the start of the 1988 season. Continue reading →

Fan4Racing Fan2Fan NASCAR & Race Talk – Monday, March 24, 2014

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Join host Sharon Burton and co-host Sal Sigala every Monday night 8:30 to 10 pm ET as we bring fans the smartest racing talk around on Fan4Racing Fan2Fan NASCAR & Race Talk!  

Listen to our round table panel discussion with drivers, crew, and other racing personalities.

This episode begins with our Fan4Racing panel discussion about the races at Auto Club Speedway, preview of Martinsville and more!

Then, we have a blockbuster guest lineup with….

John Force, NHRA super star joining the discussion about his legendary career and plans for the 2014 season

Next, NHRA dragster and John’s daughter, Courtney Force joins the conversation about her 2014 season and the upcoming events at Las Vegas this weekend.

Listen to the Podcast right here….

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