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Pandemic Updates : NASCAR Hopes to Hold All 36 Cup Races
Thursday, 12 Mar, 2020 – 15:22 | Comments Off on Pandemic Updates : NASCAR Hopes to Hold All 36 Cup Races
Pandemic Updates : NASCAR Hopes to Hold All 36 Cup Races

(Editor’s note: This story will be updated as the Coronavirus pandemic and its effect on auto racing evolves. It was last updated on March 25.)
Auto racing has joined stick-and-ball sports in interrupting their schedules in …

Flat Spot On: Movie Sequels – Can They Be Created Equal?
Monday, 9 Dec, 2019 – 20:47 | Comments Off on Flat Spot On: Movie Sequels – Can They Be Created Equal?
Flat Spot On: Movie Sequels – Can They Be Created Equal?

Pedro Rodriguez bursts into the lead in his Ferrari 275 P at the start of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1964.

By Jonathan Ingram | Senior Writer RacinToday.com

Given that the inaugural two visits to Le …

Now Playing: Il Commendatore v. Hank the Deuce
Thursday, 14 Nov, 2019 – 16:28 | Comments Off on Now Playing: Il Commendatore v. Hank the Deuce
Now Playing: Il Commendatore v. Hank the Deuce

The No. 2 Ford GT40 takes the checkered flag at Le Mans. It was a moment fit for Hollywood.

By John Sturbin | Senior WriterRacinToday.com

You’ve read one or maybe two of the many books on the …

Flat Spot On: Racing from Virginia to Georgia and Alabama
Sunday, 13 Oct, 2019 – 8:38 | Comments Off on Flat Spot On: Racing from Virginia to Georgia and Alabama
Flat Spot On: Racing from Virginia to Georgia and Alabama

The new Michelin tower is a window on pro road racing’s aspirations. (RacinToday photos by Jonathan Ingram)

By Jonathan Ingram | Senior Writer RacinToday.com

ALTON, VA. – After finally arriving in the main paddock at the SCCA Runoffs, …

Ranking The Best Road Circuits In N. America
Friday, 28 Jun, 2019 – 9:15 | Comments Off on Ranking The Best Road Circuits In N. America
Ranking The Best Road Circuits In N. America

Road America is, by consensus, considered a world class road circuit. (Photos courtesy of INDYCAR)

By Jim Pedley | Managing EditorRacinToday.com

Just before the start of Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway, Fox Sports’ Mike …

Sebring Forecast: Rain With A Chance Of More Penske Success
Saturday, 16 Mar, 2019 – 9:15 | Comments Off on Sebring Forecast: Rain With A Chance Of More Penske Success
Sebring Forecast: Rain With A Chance Of More Penske Success

Wet weather is expected to plague Satuday’s 12-hour race at Sebring. (Photo courtesy of IMSA)

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An tentacle of the Team Penske racing octopus has reached all the way to Sebring, Fla. as one its IMSA program …

Rolex 24 Set To Start 2019 Racing Season
Thursday, 24 Jan, 2019 – 14:51 | Comments Off on Rolex 24 Set To Start 2019 Racing Season
Rolex 24 Set To Start 2019 Racing Season

North America’s biggest sports car endurance event is set to get rolling this weekend in Daytona.

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The 57th running of the Rolex 24 on the infield course at Daytona International Speedway is set for the upcoming …

Stallings: It’s Time To Park The Dragon, Move On
Friday, 21 Dec, 2018 – 8:21 | Comments Off on Stallings: It’s Time To Park The Dragon, Move On
Stallings: It’s Time To Park The Dragon, Move On

The No. 99 ‘Red Dragon’ of Bob Stallings is likely being parked for good. (RacinToday file photo by Martha Fairris)

By John Sturbin |Senior WriterRacinToday.com

A mix of pragmatic corporate and pressing “grandpa” considerations combined to prompt …

Barrichello To Do Rolex
Tuesday, 11 Dec, 2018 – 10:27 | Comments Off on Barrichello To Do Rolex
Barrichello To Do Rolex

Rubens Barrichello will drive in the Rolex 24 in 2019.

By John Sturbin/Senior WriterRacinToday.com

Formula One veteran Rubens Barrichello has joined JDC-Miller MotorSports’ revised and renumbered two-car lineup for the 57th running of the Rolex 24 at …

Flat Spot On: Saga of Paul Jr. Well Scored by Novelist Wilkinson
Tuesday, 11 Dec, 2018 – 8:49 | Comments Off on Flat Spot On: Saga of Paul Jr. Well Scored by Novelist Wilkinson
Flat Spot On: Saga of Paul Jr. Well Scored by Novelist Wilkinson

John Paul Jr. in the cockpit of his Formula Ford.

By Jonathan Ingram | Senior WriterRacinToday.com

Few racing car drivers arrive with as much star talent as John Paul Jr. and none from his own era met …