I feel privileged to be a part of it." Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with San . Jeb moves up from the NASCAR Whelen All-American series to the Truck Series. Drivers that have retired each year since 2015. That same friendly style endeared him to fans when he worked on television after retiring. Rudd finished second in two of the series' 10 races and was third in the points race at the end. Dale Earnhardt Jr. retired at age 43, and Clint Bowyer retired at 41 to take a job in television. Nadeau was in inpatient care until June 6, and in therapy until July 25. However, Bo-Dyn still owns the intellectual property in those bobsleds, he said. He will be in the hospital a few days and is expected to be released later this week," said Winston Kelley, executive director of the NASCAR Hall. Only Richard Petty has more Cup wins -- he retired with 200. "(Frontstretch)(8-21-2015), Where is Ricky Rudd? The incident involving 49-year-old George Delmar, whom police say has been arrested 31 previous times, happened on Feb. 11 in the southern part of the city. I'm going to have to knock a lot cobwebs off but I got the passion for it." In just a couple weeks, Martin will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Rudd keeps one of the go-karts he grew up with at a local small track and gives himself a 100 mph thrill ride when he needs it. "I think that would be a positive thing," said Dale Earnhardt Jr., the perennial choice of fans as NASCAR's most popular driver. I want to go to Germany and I'm going to Switzerland. (Assocaited Press/USA Today)(11-3-2012), Sterling Marlin has Parkinsonism: For the past year or so, Sterling Marlin's brain would tell his right hand to complete a fine-motor task, such as cranking a boat or buttoning the collar on a shirt. There's no need. Following Bowman Gray, the NASCAR Next Gen will get it's first taste of dirt. (allisonfilm.com)(4-5-2015), Rusty Wallace to run Off-Road Truck at the X Games: Officials of Rusty Wallace, Inc. announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer and 55-time Sprint Cup Series race winner, Rusty Wallace has accepted an invitation to compete in this year's Off-Road Truck Racing event at X Games Austin. Aric Almirola will retire after this season, he announced Monday morning. (Fayetteville Observer)(2-17-2012), New Darrell Waltrip Book released: NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip knew that big changes were in the wind on the morning of February 18, 2001. The 10 oldest NASCAR drivers ever are: Morgan Shepherd Mark Thompson Hershel McGriff Derrike Cope Dick Trickle Dave Marcis James Hylton Joe Ruttman Ken Schrader Terry Labonte Below, we will reveal who the oldest NASCAR driver is in the Cup Series today. (Associated Press/ESPN)(1-16-2015), What is Mark Martin up to? Others receiving votes for the NMPA Hall of Fame were: drivers Donnie Allison, Bill Elliott, Tiny Lund and Sara Christian; former crew chief and team owner Ray Evernham; team owner Joe Gibbs; promoter Richard Howard; and photographer Ladon George. "(WSOC)(1-15-2015), Congrats to Kyle Petty on his wedding Saturday to Morgan Castano. I don't know if the injury had anything to do with it, but I'm just not interested in doing anything. for any retired drivers.any links known of are posted, News on retired drivers, legends and deceased legends and tributes, Bobby Labonte to race for NASCAR Whelen Euro Series title: The NASCAR Whelen Euro Series is about to get some American flavor. He raced 16 more full seasons for Chip Ganassi and Jack Roush, winning 11 poles and seven races in 583 starts. 2013, Mark Martin, Jeff Burton. Standridge, 60, ran 23 Cup races and 84 Nationwide events. Bobby Labonte, the first driver to win championships in two different NASCAR national series, will compete fulltime in the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series in 2018 in hopes of adding an international title to his Hall of Fame-worthy career. So when the opportunity came to be a part of the event, there was no way I was going to say no." SunBelt said it is working with local home builders to construct the homes. Former/retired drivers[edit] = Former champion in National Touring Series All statistics used in these tables are as of February 22, 2016. (Charlotte Observer)(11-7-2015) Founded in 1965, the NMPA Hall of Fame and museum is located on the grounds of nearby Darlington Raceway. The $5 autograph cards will be available for sale in the Museum gift shop during the event. September." Monday his son Doug was asked how he's doing during a Ford conference call: Darrell Waltrip is a NASCAR legend. Except maybe the increased schedule. Nadeau still wonders what's next. Loretta Sides Shore, who owns Shore's Nursery, said Monday that she was the buyer of the house and 150-acre farm at the Aug. 7 auction. Wallace is going to test with the team at the Circuit of Americas in Austin, Texas to get acclimated to the car and the crew before arriving at Daytona International Speedway. After the Rolex standing there in Victory Lane with Dave and Raj (Nair) and the guys from Ford and Chip Ganassi. These are the 30 all-time leaders in NASCAR Cup Series wins. The Drivers Walk of Fame, located in the sidewalks of Watkins Glen, honors the drivers who have competed in Watkins Glen events since the first race in 1948. It's a great workout," he said. McCrory participated in the Winner's Circle awards luncheon in Charlotte Monday as part of the three-day Governor's Conference on Tourism. Open to the public, the dedication of the Petty and Gants in-ground plaques will be held outside the Charles Mack Citizen Center on the Walk of Fame located at 215 N. Main St. in historic downtown Mooresville. I was lucky that I got to keep going as long as I did. He was kept on a ventilator for eight days to allow his lungs to recover full functionality. JD Motorsports owner Johnny Davis formerly worked for Standridge as a crew chief, engine builder, truck driver and all-around mechanic. [More](12-21-2017), Schrader, Edwards, Mittler among Ozarks Racers' Hall of Fame inductees: Ken Schrader has been driving race cars for nearly 50 years and he has no plans on slowing down soon. I'm more active now than ever. NASCAR figured it had hit the jackpot when Chip Ganassi brought Juan Pablo Montoya into Cup Series racing in 2007. (NBC Sports)(3-19-2015), A.J. Since 2008, Watkins Glen International has selected drivers from all racing backgrounds to the elite class known as The Legends of The Glen. Stewart missed the first eight races of 2016 after suffering neck and back injuries in an offseason dune buggy accident. Fornoro said previously that doctors found blockages in three arteries in which the 79-year-old Foyt previously had stents placed. Jarrett has helped raise more than $1 million for the American Cancer Society as host of a charity golf tournament in his home state for more than 25 years. "My whole life I was selfish. "He put everything into that race team, and we ran full-schedule Busch (now Nationwide) racing out of that shop with just a few people and a lot of hard work. Brad Keselowski makes second guest appearance on TBS' Sullivan & Son, July 15th at 10:00pm/et. Retrieved 2020-09-04. Yarborough will be on hand during the Bojangles' Southern 500 race weekend participating in various activities, including being honored during pre-race ceremonies for the track's 109th Sprint Cup race. I don't know how you keep a sponsor.' Before he married Mary Anna four months ago, he said he would at times hole himself up in his bedroom, draw the blinds, order pizza and watch movies all day. DW will not be in Daytona for the Sprint Unlimited or Daytona 500 qualifying on Sunday, but plans to be back at the track on Monday. (Racing Experts)(10-18-2012) This has been a hard time but the support has lifted my spirits. Driving the #22 Cunningham Motorsports Ford, Kyle Weatherman charged in front of Dominic Ursetta on the final lap to finish second. NASCAR is a billion-dollar industry filled with wealthy team owners, deep-pocketed sponsors and a number of millionaire drivers, all directed by the ultra-rich France family. During my time with ESPN, I watched the X Games a lot and really enjoyed them. Waltrip won 84 NASCAR Cup Series races, including the 1989 Daytona 500. Theatrical release is planned for fall 2015. "There are no limitations," Jarrett said. AND An independent feature film on the life story of NASCAR legend, Bobby Allison, developed by Bobby Allison Production LLC. (140 BUZZ)(9-18-2014), Can money be allotted to help retired drivers? Twenty races into the 1981 season, Childress turned the wheel over to Dale Earnhardt, and in June 1983 at Riverside, Calif., Rudd gave Childress his first victory as a team owner. NASCAR drivers travel at extremely high speeds, over 200 miles per hour. Jeff Gordon retired at 44, one year before Tony Stewart stepped away at 45. Rudd even dreamed of a future in Formula One racing. SunBelt Atlanta/Cummings I LLC said the $120 million project, the second major project announced for the Forsyth County area in recent weeks, will be off Matt Highway, or State Route 369. I'll get to do some gardening, but that isn't all I am going to do. His racing fix also included attending one of dirt track racing's most competitive events. (1-8-2014), Darrell Waltrip opens Buick GMC: Darrell Waltrip Automotive opened its new $14 million, 28,000-square-foot Buick GMC showroom and service center on Thursday to add to the 30-acre auto campus along Highway 96 in Franklin, TN. 'Well, we don't own the hotel, we don't know when we check out. He'll tell you it is better than the alternative. "This is a big deal, and I can't wait to get the No. See the Fred Lorenzen tribute car, an exact replica of Lorenzen's #28 1964 Ford Galaxie, on opening weekend, Feb. 1-3 from 1-5 p.m. and on Museum Day (May 19). "I'm in favor of it. You can't do it at the top level. Donn Lee Steuck, one of the directors of the Dick Trickle Memorial Project said after four years of work by project directors and volunteers, the finish line is in sight for the memorial to the central Wisconsin native who became a NASCAR racing legend. "I am very pleased to be able to resume our celebration of the rich racing history here in North Carolina and specifically in Mooresville. "Then I realized that if I took one more hit it could be my last hit. The track is owned and operated by U.S. Motorsport Corporation and designed by NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace, now an anchor and analyst for ABC-TV/ESPN. "We are not only recognizing Jeff tonight for his performance on the racetrack, but also for his philanthropic work in communities across our state and nation." I want to go home and spend time with them. An out-of-court agreement has been signed by both sides, according to Phil Kurze, vice president of Connecticut-based Whelen Engineering, who also serves as president of the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, Inc. Kurze said all previous agreements between the two organizations are void and that the USBSF is authorized to make any modifications on the bobsleds in their possession. Would I have gone to heaven? "I had six or seven not minor concussions, but pretty major concussions," Skinner recalls. Rusty gladly does media interviews, greets fans, and spends time with our promotional partners. "This was a lot of fun," Elliott said. His nine series wins and ten poles rank him among the top-40 all-time in both categories, while his 173 top-ten finishes mark the seventh-best all-time career total. Jerry Nadeau does not live in the past. (4-28-2013), Truce for Bo-Dyn, bobsled federation: Pending litigation between the United States Bobsled and Skeleton Federation and the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, Inc. has been dropped. This weekend not only marks the second anniversary of Trickle's death, but also the second annual Dick Trickle Memorial Celebration at the Rudolph Community Park, the site where the building of the memorial is underway. We raced to 11th place. I've got a long way to go but I'm feeling better every day." Gordon will be on hand next week when giving tuesdayCLT organizers announce how much money people in charlotte helped raise. Richard Petty - 200 wins. A recent Saturday night outing at Fayetteville Motor Speedway indicated as much -- the top three in the Open Wheel Modified division were built by Hornaday Race Cars. Busch has told 23XI co-owner Denny Hamlin he wanted to graduate into a coaching/adviser role once he retired. This was totally out of the box for me. Neither Elliott (0-for-72) nor Byron (0-for-72) won in the No. His subject wasn't racing, religion, politics or anything of the sort. NASCAR: 5 drivers who could retire after Jimmie Johnson. But there is no fund to provide such help. I can't tell you how many times I had headaches -- constant headaches. The family said "we expect a full recovery soon." Read more more at ESPN.com. Two inductees are now selected from the 10-person Modern Era Ballot, which is for competitors who have competed in NASCAR for. Busch could have been feted with gifts as part of a season-long farewell tour. "As Governor of Iowa, I am very proud to honor Rusty Wallace with this Proclamation today," Branstad said. Fans can purchase tickets, camping and race-day upgrades by calling 1-800-455-FANS (3267) or shopping online at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com. Said Wallace, "I may be retired from driving, but that doesn't mean I don't have the itch to get back behind the wheel; I love to compete. Please note: no additional merchandise will be signed by Mr. Allison. But rather than go to the doctor he simply Super-Glued it closed. Burton and his 19-year-old son, Jeb, have teamed with Hillman Racing in the Truck Series to run the #27 Chevy this season. We need to preserve this heritage." "It's is a great honor for me to carry the banner for all of the talented people who have made RCR what it's become over the past 40-plus years," said Childress, president and CEO of Richard Childress Racing. He's a former Cup series winner (one victory in 177 starts), and he was made to feel like just another guy. Standridge also raced in the Nationwide Series from 1986 to 1993. (12-14-2015), Get Well Lennie Pond UPDATE: Lennie Pond, NASCAR's rookie of the year in 1973, was scheduled to undergo cancer surgery Friday in Richmond, Va. Pond, 75, who had one career Cup victory (at Talladega in 1978), beat out Darrell Waltrip for the '73 rookie honor. Jeff Gordon's Children's Foundation that helps fight pediatric cancer is one of the local non-profits eager to help the cause. Pat McCrory surprised NASCAR champion and North Carolina resident Jeff Gordon by awarding him with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest award the governor can bestow, according to a news release from the governor's office. Foyt, who has not been to an IndyCar race since the Ft. Worth event on June 8th, underwent successful hip replacement surgery on his left hip Monday in a Houston hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. The Rusty Wallace marker in the Drivers Walk of Fame is located in the sidewalk front of Unique Country Boutique, 212 N. Franklin St. in Watkins Glen. 6 Ford to 14 top 10s and the 2019 playoffs. By 1949, she drove her Ford at the Charlotte Speedway and finished in 13th place. Foyt will be in the hospital for several days. His plans are more far-reaching than that. The 2014 honorees include: Richard Petty, charter member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Horace Holden, Aurelia Kennedy and Payson Kennedy, founders of the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and Ron Kimble, Charlotte Deputy City Manager. Pond's last Cup Series race was in 1989. Foyt was scheduled to be the grand marshal Saturday at Daytona International Speedway. He raced professionally from 1977 to 2013, completing 882 races in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. His former central Wisconsin racing buddies choose to focus on Trickle's life and contributions to the racing community. (Associated Press)(8-7-2014), Rusty Wallace to join Watkins Glen Walk of Fame: Auto racing legend Rusty Wallace will be inducted into the Watkins Glen Drivers Walk of Fame during a ceremony at 4:30pm Friday. Call 1-866-RUSTY-GO, or visit www.iowaspeedway.com to learn more. Mr. Allison is scheduled to be in the Museum's first floor research library, and the hard-driving racer will sign official autograph cards (provided by the Museum for $5 each) and pose for photos. (10-26-2012), Bobby Allison appears at Maine Casino: One of NASCAR's most accomplished and respected stars was in western Maine on Friday, greeting local race fans and helping Oxford Casino celebrate its first expansion of floor space. It's an art. The 74-year-old Baker won 19 races in what is now the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, including the 1980 Daytona 500. Wallace finished his career with 55 wins - 37 with Penske - and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2013. 2 Miller Lite Ford," said Keselowski. "It's called Parkinsonism. The Hall of Fame driver and current ESPN analyst will be wearing a firesuit with the original Miller Lite logo during the test. "In fact, I feel the best I've felt in a couple of years at least. "I certainly think any retired athlete needs some sort of benefits package or a fund or something for guys who end up on the less fortunate side of things," said Greg Biffle, who is in the midst of a solid career on the Sprint Cup circuit. More info at elmhurst.org. Jamie McMurray, Rusty Wallace and Junior Johnson are scheduled to appear on Idris Elba: King of Speed on BBC America, July 14th at 10:00pm/et. We're talking about racing and it's already been a great year this year there's been a lot of things going on and that's going to continue as the Chase gets closer and the pressure gets built up for the teams. "I commend him for doing it because it takes a lot of courage and integrity to not race for two races. His driving career ended on October 20, 1984 at North Carolina Motor Speedway near Rockingham when he was involved in a terrible crash. Nevertheless, Johnson, the 81-year-old former NASCAR driver and team owner, does not complain. I broke both my shoulders and both biceps. See more and leave a well wish / comment at Billy's blog: Billy's Battle, a site for posting and sharing information for Billy Standridge. 14 Chevrolet (later, Ford) to journeyman driver Clint Bowyer. Fortunately, with 76 career wins, seven championships, and a Daytona 500 victory, that just isn't the case. "This is a terrific way to pay homage to the heritage and prestige of the No. Yates "My dad is hanging tough. A grand opening will be in the spring. The 99-person nominating panel itself reads like a who's who of racing, including names like Mario Andretti, Don Garlits, Craig Breedlove and Richard Petty. It's almost like I lost my life." Read more at the Virginian-Pilot. The district would be the one currently represented in North Carolina by Republican Howard Coble, who announced Thursday this would be his last term. October 15, 2022 3:10 pm ET. He has great grip with his left hand, so we are very much encouraged. I just got beat up so bad before we started to use the HANS device and having the walls a little softer. Martin said when he hit the Springfield track in the 70s that he thought he had made it to the big time. Venezuelan Carlos Kauffmann took the Trofeo Pirelli victory. "It's been hard. Burton, the 2002 Daytona 500 winner and brother of current Richard Childress Racing team member Jeff Burton, stepped away from the sport in 2007 to help Jeb's racing career as well as work with the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation. "I had some problems that most people don't have after open heart surgery so I made my doctors work extra hard but they saved my life. The program utilizes professional motorsport vehicle data acquisition systems to minimize the learning curve, allowing participants to advance their skills quicker than any other driving school. I think the racing is even going to get better so we start at Daytona which is always an event filled race and I'm excited about it," says Jeff Burton. I had a dream as a kid of winning races and championships but I never thought it would take me to the places it has in my life." Petty, a retired Cup Series driver and an NBC Sports NASCAR analyst, will lead more than 125 motorcyclists on a seven-day, 1,500-mile ride, a journey that raises funds for Victory Junction Gang Camp, a camp for children with chronic illnesses. I was probably the 80th guy to try to do it and probably the 80th guy that failed at it. I'm not sure. [More](12-6-2017), Biffle sued for hidden cameras inside home: Channel 9 uncovered allegations of hidden cameras and secret peeping inside a former NASCAR driver's home. We've had a good car here several times, but for whatever reason we didn't win it." Larry Foyt also says his father is improving each day and is expected to make a full recovery. (Associated Press)(11-28-2014), A.J. "You want to throw up but can't; your head is pounding; you feel awful." More info on the Drivers Appearances page. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2011, the leading vote-getter in his class. Sam Ard will be honored with the Fireball Roberts Award. "Billy is a great guy who loves to race and who loves being around the sport," Davis said. Given their success, it seems that trust has been well placed. He is expected to make a full recovery. The event was also highlighted with a special performance by legendary singer, pianist and composer Elton John. Baker, 74, is stricken with inoperable lung cancer, discovered in December. [More](5-23-2017), Bobby Allison inducted into Hampton Speed Lane Two of NASCAR's all-time racing greats were inducted into Hampton's (GA) Speed Lane on Thursday. The ever-popular Wallace announced that after what will be a series-record 547 career starts, the Iowa event will also mark the final start of his 26-year NASCAR career. Rudd had made 788 consecutive starts. Absolutely important. Jeff Gordon is on track to break that mark next month. The son of NASCAR Hall of Famer Buck Baker, the 6-foot-6 Baker was known as the "Gentle Giant" during his racing days. When it didn't sell, Johnson decided to auction it. Spencer, from Berwick, Pa., isn't leaving North Carolina simply to re-unite with relatives. "(Florida Times-Union)[Read More Here](6-22-2017), Bobby Labonte to race at Brands Hatch There will be a legendary new driver on the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series grid on June 10-11, when the European NASCAR Series will stop at Brands Hatch for the second event of the 2017 season: NASCAR Champion Bobby Labonte will make his debut at the wheel of the #1 Whelen Engineering Ford Mustang fielded by Alex Caffi Motorsport. He and his wife divorced in 2015. Foyt underwent successful coronary bypass surgery today in Houston after being diagnosed with blockages on Monday. "People are going to be able to read about me like they've never read about me before." I am going to start traveling. (Richmond Times Dispatch / hillmanracing.com)(1-27-2012), Bubba Wallace and NASCAR: What we know and what will change after recent hate crime inquiries, NASCAR reveals pic of noose; concern was 'real', Watch Dale Earnhardt Jr. find out his wife is pregnant with their second child, Kurt Busch still not cleared from July concussion, Nemechek wins final NASCAR race at Fontana, Ky. Busch takes Fontana for 1st win with RCR, Rain pushes Xfinity Series at Fontana to Sunday, Rain washes out NASCAR qualifying at Fontana, Stenhouse wins longest Daytona 500 in history, Hill goes last to 1st to win Xfinity season opener, Supplemental Privacy Policy for Singapore. Miller Lite and Team Penske began their over two decade long relationship with Rusty Wallace driving the storied No. "I still love racing, everything about it, and would still be doing it if I could," Nadeau said. Food does not taste good and he has trouble swallowing. Arie Luyendyk, who began racing on the IndyCar circuit in 1985 and won the Indianapolis 500 in 1990 and `97, also was inducted. (JD Motorsports)(4-8-2014), Bud Moore recovering: NASCAR Hall of Famer Bud Moore suffered a mild heart attack over the weekend and is recovering in a hospital near his home in Spartanburg, S.C. "He had a procedure done and is doing fine. Allison's appearance at the Elmhurst Historical Museum was made possible by the Lorenzen family, and Tawzer added that Allison has been highly supportive of the On the Road to Glory exhibit from its inception. 48 Cadillac DPI. The "Hot Pink Party" was held at the Waldorf Astoria luxury hotel in Midtown Manhattan. (Charlotte Observer)(3-14-2015), Darrell Waltrip speaks at National Prayer Breakfast: On his birthday, NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip gave the keynote address at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday morning in Washington, DC, addressing a crowd that included President Barack Obama, the Dalai Lama and 4,000 attendees from 170 countries. (2-16-2014), Get Well DW UPDATE: NASCAR Hall of Famer and Fox broadcaster Darrell Waltrip is having gall bladder surgery today (Feb 13th) in Nashville, TN. Life after racing has kept Hornish in a spiraling heel-toe dance. This will be my first time driving the new Gen-6 car, and I think it will give me a better perspective on how I cover the races for ESPN as an analyst. Gant and his family will be in attendance. The film will showcase the highs and lows of the 55-year love story between Bobby and Judy Allison. "A lot of tough things happened," Nadeau said. (FoxSports)(4-14-2016), What's up with Ron Hornaday? 10 car for the 2023 season. He retired in 2017 after missing parts of 2012 and 2016 with concussion-related issues. (Victory Lane Racing Association)(1-12-2015), A.J. Don Miller, the Chairman of the Board for the N.C. Auto Racing Hall of Fame is ecstatic about of the up and coming event. Rudd was also the 1992 titlist in the International Race of Champions series. NASCAR drivers at all levels - Sprint Cup, Nationwide, World Camping Truck, K&N Pro Series - are independent contractors. Burton had five career wins in in the NASCAR Sprint Cup series and four in the Nationwide Series. "He definitely helped me out a lot," Chase said. "It was amazing and really fun. He made sure he was 100 percent before he came back in there. "What truly impressed me in the making of this book is the time Jeff invested. He has competed in all three of NASCAR's national series -- Sprint Cup, XFINITY as well at Trucks. As for funding it, Biffle said, "Man, I am not a financial guy whatsoever." He will be represented by his son, Richard Petty, at the ceremony. Allison narrated the original documentary that plays in the gallery, and he provided many anecdotes and insights on Fred's career to help develop the storyline of the exhibit. His marriage to Natalie's mom ended the year after the accident, but he remarried last year to Maryana, a Ukrainian he met online. The house was a dream home for Johnson, taking two years to build under his scrutiny. Johnson initially listed the house for $6 million and the price was dropped to just less than $5 million. Spokeswoman Anne Fornoro says Foyt was released from Baylor-St. Luke's Medical Center on Tuesday and is recovering at home. I've moved forward and I'm trying to make the best of everything. That win helped the leader of what became known as the "Alabama Gang" gain respect in NASCAR and launched a career more than worthy of his HOF induction. "(Mark Martin Automotive)(1-15-2015), Victory Lane Racing Association to honor Ard, others: On Tuesday night, February 17, one of the top drivers to ever strap himself into a race car will be honored along with five others at the 10th annual Victory Lane Racing Association Awards Banquet scheduled to be held at the Pelican Bay Country Club. I made a page back in 1997 with some notes and images of the #47 Jayski.com Ford at Jayski's Talladega Experience page. Nascar has suffered from the retirement in recent years of many of its biggest names, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards and Danica Patrick. On Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 5 to 7 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum welcomes visitors to mingle with one of NASCAR's legendary drivers during a Meet & Greet with Bobby Allison. Five of those victories came at Michigan International Speedway, once owned by Penske. He recalls being the fastest thing on site at Richmond International Raceway that day during practice. He has a lot of years in the sport." The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is racing's Cooperstown, memorializing achievement in all forms of motorized competition. (2-12-2012), Racing great A.J. He had 234 career Cup starts with 88 top-10 finishes. (JeffGordon.com)(5-6-2016), Jeff Gordon and wife attend gala in NYC for good cause: Jeff Gordon along with his wife, Ingrid, attended the Breast Cancer Research Foundation gala in New York City on Tuesday night. Every now and then he gets a call for a speaking engagement and at one point gave TV race commentary a try. Johnson initially was hospitalized on Tuesday near his farm in Wilkes County, N.C. I probably should keep that quiet because I'm not sure the doctor would enjoy hearing that." (ESPN)(4-2-2012), Rusty Wallace returns to the track: Retired NASCAR driver and ESPN broadcaster Rusty Wallace, is scheduled to compete in the June 12th Howie Lettow Memorial 150 at The Milwaukee Mile. Never has anyone with such modest statistics commanded the Cup Series like Dale Earnhardt Jr. did during his 19-year career. "Jeff Gordon: His Dream, Drive & Destiny" is scheduled to be released on October 18th, 2016. "(Richmond Times Dispatch)(9-7-2014), Rusty Wallace inducted in Motorsports Hall of Fame of America Former NASCAR driver Rusty Wallace was one of seven men inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America on Wednesday. Bodine also competed at Watkins Glen International in NASCAR's Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series, as well as the IROC Series, among other touring series during a career that spanned more than four decades. 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