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Winless Carl Edwards reflects on frustrating season

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

After winning a series-high nine races last season -- "That was an amazing year," Edwards said, almost smiling at the memory -- he was considered by many as the preseason favorite this year to unseat three-time defending champion Jimmie Johnson.

Mark Martin may have to settle for second a fifth time

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:47:00 EST

In his run for an unprecedented fourth consecutive title, Jimmie Johnson's closest chasers are Hendrick teammates Mark Martin and Jeff Gordon. But Johnson's lead is a comfortable 184 points over Martin.

Win is bittersweet for racing free agent Jamie McMurray

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:27:00 EST

McMurray moved to Roush Fenway Racing from Chip Ganassi Racing in 2006 to compete for a Sprint Cup championship. It simply hasn't happened.

Toyota pulling out of Formula One to cut costs

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:27:00 EST

Toyota is pulling out of Formula One racing, the world's largest automaker announcing Wednesday that it needs to cut costs and focus on its core business.

Brad Keselowski to finish season for Penske Racing

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:47:00 EST

Rochester Hills native Brad Keselowski will compete for Penske Racing in the final three Sprint Cup Series races. Keselowski will drive the No. 12 Dodge.

Jamie McMurray wins as crashes dominate at Talladega

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

McMurray was the surprise winner, ending an 86-race winless streak by leading 32 late laps and holding on in a race that ended under caution.

NASCAR tries to avoid another Talladega disaster

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:00:00 EST

NASCAR doesn't want to see aggressive drafting anymore, and when Michael Waltrip didn't heed a warning to back off a bit, he was yanked out of the final practice session leading into Sunday's race.

Mark Martin eyes fairy tale ending

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:02:00 EST

Mark Martin senses this is going to be a good week for him as he continues chasing Jimmie Johnson and the NASCAR season championship he so covets.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. will keep crew chief

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:02:00 EST

Lance McGrew had the interim tag removed from his crew chief title Friday when Hendrick Motorsports said he'll stay with Dale Earnhardt Jr. next season.

Bob Griese's 'taco' remark doesn't bother Juan Pablo Montoya

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:22:00 EST

"At the end of the day, it's not my responsibility, it is not our sport, it is completely out of my hands," the NASCAR Sprint Cup driver says.