DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – It was billed as a preseason Chevrolet news conference to discuss the manufacturer’s expectations and excitement for the 2018 season, but it also had a distinct vibe – as much like a NASCAR Hall of Fame meet and greet as a launch for Chevy’s new race car. And positive on all accounts. Continue reading
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Best Friends Blaney and Wallace Proving to be Contenders at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Leading into this season-opening Daytona 500 race week, Ryan Blaney’s competitors noted what a good restrictor plate racer the 24-year had already shown himself to be. Continue reading
Kyle Larson Embraces his Role as a Frontrunner

Kyle Larson, the driver of the #42 Credit One Bank Chevrolet, talks to the media during the Daytona 500 Media Day at Daytona International Speedway on February 14, 2018, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Photo – Jerry Markland/Getty Images
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Over it. Motoring on. Looking up.
Kyle Larson conceded that while his shocking and abrupt departure from the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs last Fall stung for a while, he’s over it. Ready to move on. Prepared to one-up the circumstance. Continue reading
Byron Suddenly a Familiar Face as he Readies for Daytona 500 Debut

William Byron, driver of the #24 AXALTA Chevrolet, speaks with the media during the Daytona 500 Media Day at Daytona International Speedway on February 14, 2018, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Photo – Robert Laberge/Getty Images
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – William Byron’s face brightened and he laughed a bit talking about his new high-definition reality as a member of the championship Hendrick Motorsports team in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. Continue reading