2008 NASCAR Season
The 2008 NASCAR season schedule, previews and race reviews. This is all the latest news and information about the 2008 NASCAR season.
2008 Chevy Rock & Roll 400 at Richmond International Raceway
The 2008 Rock & Roll 400 at Richmond International Raceway will finally lock in the twelve drivers that will compete in the 2008 Chase for the Cup. All eyes are on Clint Bowyer and David Ragan as they will decide the final Chase qualifier between them. Richmond is a great race under the light with the pressure on.
The 2008 Rock & Roll 400 at Richmond International Raceway will finally lock in the twelve drivers that will compete in the 2008 Chase for the Cup. All eyes are on Clint Bowyer and David Ragan as they will decide the final Chase qualifier between them. Richmond is a great race under the light with the pressure on.
Clint Bowyer and David Ragan Set to Battle for Final 2008 Chase Spot
This Saturday night in Richmond the twelve drivers that will do battle for the 2008 Sprint Cup title will be locked in. As the 2008 Race to the Chase comes to a close we have two drivers locked in combat for the final qualifying spot. Clint Bowyer holds the twelfth spot by just seventeen points over David Ragan. Who will make the Chase and who will be left to battle for thirteenth?
This Saturday night in Richmond the twelve drivers that will do battle for the 2008 Sprint Cup title will be locked in. As the 2008 Race to the Chase comes to a close we have two drivers locked in combat for the final qualifying spot. Clint Bowyer holds the twelfth spot by just seventeen points over David Ragan. Who will make the Chase and who will be left to battle for thirteenth?
Jimmie Johnson Makes Chase Case in California
Jimmie Johnson demonstrated tonight why he should not be counted out. Johnson showed real strength tonight in dominating the 2008 Pepsi 500 at Auto Club Speedway. Unfortunately he made the race incredibly boring to watch since this race was never in doubt.
Jimmie Johnson demonstrated tonight why he should not be counted out. Johnson showed real strength tonight in dominating the 2008 Pepsi 500 at Auto Club Speedway. Unfortunately he made the race incredibly boring to watch since this race was never in doubt.
2008 Pepsi 500 at Auto Club Speedway
The 2008 Race to the Chase is winding down. Only two races remain until the Chase drivers are locked in. All eyes are on the battle for the twelfth and final Chase spot at Auto Club Speedway this weekend. Clint Bowyer currently holds the final Chase qualifying position by just twelve points. David Ragan and Ryan Newman are hot on his heels but running out of time.
The 2008 Race to the Chase is winding down. Only two races remain until the Chase drivers are locked in. All eyes are on the battle for the twelfth and final Chase spot at Auto Club Speedway this weekend. Clint Bowyer currently holds the final Chase qualifying position by just twelve points. David Ragan and Ryan Newman are hot on his heels but running out of time.
Carl Edwards Uses Bristol Bump-and-Run
Bristol Motor Speedway added another chapter to its storied history tonight. Carl Edwards used the bump-and-run late in the race to claim the victory from Kyle Busch. That incident lead to post-race fireworks as the night race in Bristol once more showed why it is the toughest ticket in NASCAR.
Bristol Motor Speedway added another chapter to its storied history tonight. Carl Edwards used the bump-and-run late in the race to claim the victory from Kyle Busch. That incident lead to post-race fireworks as the night race in Bristol once more showed why it is the toughest ticket in NASCAR.
2008 Sharpie 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway
On Saturday night NASCAR goes short track racing under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway. The 2008 Sharpie 500 is one of the toughest tickets to get in all of NASCAR and for good reason. The tight confines of Bristol Motor Speedway create great racing and the night race is often one of the best shows of the year.
On Saturday night NASCAR goes short track racing under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway. The 2008 Sharpie 500 is one of the toughest tickets to get in all of NASCAR and for good reason. The tight confines of Bristol Motor Speedway create great racing and the night race is often one of the best shows of the year.
2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Season in Pictures
The 2008 Sprint Cup season has already brought many memorable moments. Here is the 2008 Sprint Cup season in pictures from Daytona through today.
The 2008 Sprint Cup season has already brought many memorable moments. Here is the 2008 Sprint Cup season in pictures from Daytona through today.
What You Need to Know About the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Season
In just a couple weeks the 2008 NASCAR Spring Cup season kicks off with the 50th running of the Daytona 500. This season features some important changes that every NASCAR fan should know about before the cars hit the track in Daytona.
In just a couple weeks the 2008 NASCAR Spring Cup season kicks off with the 50th running of the Daytona 500. This season features some important changes that every NASCAR fan should know about before the cars hit the track in Daytona.
2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Schedule
From Daytona to Homestead the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule looks very similar to recent seasons. Here is the full 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule as announced by NASCAR in September of 2007.
From Daytona to Homestead the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule looks very similar to recent seasons. Here is the full 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule as announced by NASCAR in September of 2007.
2008 NASCAR Nationwide Series schedule
The former Busch Series is now known as the Nationwide Series. See where the NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers will be racing in 2008. This is the 2008 Nationwide Series schedule as announced by NASCAR in October of 2007.
The former Busch Series is now known as the Nationwide Series. See where the NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers will be racing in 2008. This is the 2008 Nationwide Series schedule as announced by NASCAR in October of 2007.
2008 Raybestos Rookie of the Year Preview
The 2008 Raybestos Rookie of the Year battle is one of the most interesting rookie battles in the history of NASCAR. This year's rookie crop bring with them very impressive resumes including three Indianapolis 500 victories, four IndyCar Series Championships, one CART Championship and one Formula One World Championship. Who will emerge in November as the 2008 Raybestos Rookie of the Year? Here are all of the contenders in order from worst to first.
The 2008 Raybestos Rookie of the Year battle is one of the most interesting rookie battles in the history of NASCAR. This year's rookie crop bring with them very impressive resumes including three Indianapolis 500 victories, four IndyCar Series Championships, one CART Championship and one Formula One World Championship. Who will emerge in November as the 2008 Raybestos Rookie of the Year? Here are all of the contenders in order from worst to first.
2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship Prediction
The 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season kicks off next week as the Sprint Cup stars roll into Daytona International Speedway. The season is fresh. Anything is possible as there are a number of legitimate contenders for the 2008 title. Here is my prediction for this season's biggest prize.
The 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season kicks off next week as the Sprint Cup stars roll into Daytona International Speedway. The season is fresh. Anything is possible as there are a number of legitimate contenders for the 2008 title. Here is my prediction for this season's biggest prize.
2008 Daytona 500 Headquarters
It has been called "The Great American Race" and "The Super Bowl of NASCAR." No matter what you call it there is no doubt that the Daytona 500 is the biggest, most-prestigous event on the NASCAR Sprint Cup calendar. This season is extra-special as this is the 50th running of the Daytona 500.
It has been called "The Great American Race" and "The Super Bowl of NASCAR." No matter what you call it there is no doubt that the Daytona 500 is the biggest, most-prestigous event on the NASCAR Sprint Cup calendar. This season is extra-special as this is the 50th running of the Daytona 500.
50 Years of Daytona 500 Race Cars
2008 marks the 50th running of the Daytona 500. A lot has changed in NASCAR since that very first Daytona 500 was run on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway. Speed, safety and competition have all seen great advances through the decades. Here are the major advances in 50 years of Daytona 500 race cars.
2008 marks the 50th running of the Daytona 500. A lot has changed in NASCAR since that very first Daytona 500 was run on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway. Speed, safety and competition have all seen great advances through the decades. Here are the major advances in 50 years of Daytona 500 race cars.
Dale Earhardt Jr. Wins 2008 Budweiser Shootout
Tonight the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers broke the silence of the long off-season. The 2008 Budweiser Shootout marks the unofficial start of the NASCAR season. Tonight the drivers battled for 70 laps with no points on the line. Although the race itself was anticlimactic it is great to hear the sounds of NASCAR again.
Tonight the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers broke the silence of the long off-season. The 2008 Budweiser Shootout marks the unofficial start of the NASCAR season. Tonight the drivers battled for 70 laps with no points on the line. Although the race itself was anticlimactic it is great to hear the sounds of NASCAR again.
Earnhardt and Hamlin Win Gatorade Duel Qualifying Races
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2008 daytona 500 gatorade duels international speedway dis 50th dale earnhardt junior jr denny hamlin toyota
Ryan Newman Wins 2008 Daytona 500
The 2008 Daytona 500 was supposed to be dominated by the Joe Gibbs Toyota drivers and the Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolets. They had won everything else during Speed Weeks and were expected to sort out the 50th Daytona 500 between them. Apparently nobody told the Penske Dodge drivers Ryan Newman and Kurt Busch that they were not supposed to win the 2008 Daytona 500.
The 2008 Daytona 500 was supposed to be dominated by the Joe Gibbs Toyota drivers and the Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolets. They had won everything else during Speed Weeks and were expected to sort out the 50th Daytona 500 between them. Apparently nobody told the Penske Dodge drivers Ryan Newman and Kurt Busch that they were not supposed to win the 2008 Daytona 500.
Carl Edwards Wins Monday's 2008 Auto Club 500
California Speedway is not known for its great races. While this one was no different California Speedway did see some good racing over the final 25 lap sprint to the checkers. The big story of the weekend was the weather. NASCAR was only able to get 87 laps in the books on Sunday. Then they tried for hours to get the track dry so that racing could continue. They finally conceded to the weather at 2am Eastern time and finished the race on Monday afternoon.
California Speedway is not known for its great races. While this one was no different California Speedway did see some good racing over the final 25 lap sprint to the checkers. The big story of the weekend was the weather. NASCAR was only able to get 87 laps in the books on Sunday. Then they tried for hours to get the track dry so that racing could continue. They finally conceded to the weather at 2am Eastern time and finished the race on Monday afternoon.
Carl Edwards Does Second Backflip In a Row With 2008 Las Vegas Win
Carl Edwards is on a roll in 2008. The 2008 UAW-Dodge 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway marks his second win in a row and catapults Edwards into the first point lead of his career. The win was not without some controversy as Edwards' crew let a tire roll across pit road during a late race pit stop. NASCAR decided not to penalize him which left the door open for him to do his famous post-race backflip.
Carl Edwards is on a roll in 2008. The 2008 UAW-Dodge 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway marks his second win in a row and catapults Edwards into the first point lead of his career. The win was not without some controversy as Edwards' crew let a tire roll across pit road during a late race pit stop. NASCAR decided not to penalize him which left the door open for him to do his famous post-race backflip.
Kyle Busch Scores First Sprint Cup Win for Toyota
Kyle Busch made history today at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He became the first driver to win a Sprint Cup race for a foreign manufacturer since 1954. Busch had them covered today and cruised to an easy win in the 2008 Kobalt Tools 500.
Kyle Busch made history today at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He became the first driver to win a Sprint Cup race for a foreign manufacturer since 1954. Busch had them covered today and cruised to an easy win in the 2008 Kobalt Tools 500.
Jeff Burton Leads Childress Sweep at Bristol Motor Speedway
Bristol Motor Speedway demonstrated today why they are one of the few tracks that still sells out every single event. Today's race had some slow moments as drivers were bracing for the finish. That finish did not disappoint as the last 15 laps saw three different leaders, differing pit strategies and some Bristol beating and banging.
Bristol Motor Speedway demonstrated today why they are one of the few tracks that still sells out every single event. Today's race had some slow moments as drivers were bracing for the finish. That finish did not disappoint as the last 15 laps saw three different leaders, differing pit strategies and some Bristol beating and banging.
Denny Hamlin Finds Success at Martinsville
The short track of Martinsville Speedway hosted the 2008 Goody's Cool Orange 500 today. The Sprint Cup drivers dodged a near-constant drizzle all day in Martinsville but were able to get the full 500 laps in. Denny Hamlin was out front for the final long green flag run to the finish and was able to hold off a hard-charging Jeff Gordon to claim the win.
The short track of Martinsville Speedway hosted the 2008 Goody's Cool Orange 500 today. The Sprint Cup drivers dodged a near-constant drizzle all day in Martinsville but were able to get the full 500 laps in. Denny Hamlin was out front for the final long green flag run to the finish and was able to hold off a hard-charging Jeff Gordon to claim the win.
Carl Edwards Continues Cookie Cutter Domination With Texas Win
Texas Motor Speedway saw long green flag runs during today's 2008 Samsung 500. Carl Edwards, Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch ran in the top three for most of the day and settled the race among themselves while the rest of the field was struggling to find the handle on their cars. Drivers battled the track more than each other. This does not make for exciting racing. Carl Edwards made to the checkered flag first for his third victory of 2008.
Texas Motor Speedway saw long green flag runs during today's 2008 Samsung 500. Carl Edwards, Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch ran in the top three for most of the day and settled the race among themselves while the rest of the field was struggling to find the handle on their cars. Drivers battled the track more than each other. This does not make for exciting racing. Carl Edwards made to the checkered flag first for his third victory of 2008.
Jimmie Johnson Stretches Fuel For 2008 Phoenix Win
Phoenix International Raceway hosted NASCAR's finest under the lights for a prime time Saturday night duel in the desert. The second half of the race was interesting as fuel mileage played a key role in the finish. Jimmie Johnson stretched his fuel to the brink and found his way to Victory Lane.
Phoenix International Raceway hosted NASCAR's finest under the lights for a prime time Saturday night duel in the desert. The second half of the race was interesting as fuel mileage played a key role in the finish. Jimmie Johnson stretched his fuel to the brink and found his way to Victory Lane.
Kyle Busch Takes Talladega for Toyota
The 2008 Aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway was a typical Talladega race. With 50 laps to go you could feel the intensity increase. The race finished with two "Big Ones" and a yellow flag finish. Kyle Busch was out front when the final caution flew to claim a Talladega win for Toyota.
The 2008 Aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway was a typical Talladega race. With 50 laps to go you could feel the intensity increase. The race finished with two "Big Ones" and a yellow flag finish. Kyle Busch was out front when the final caution flew to claim a Talladega win for Toyota.
Clint Bowyer Claims Classic Richmond Victory
Richmond International Raceway saw Denny Hamlin dominate much of the race and come away empty handed. The first 380 laps of the race didn't have much excitement but this race more than made up for it in the last 20 laps.
Richmond International Raceway saw Denny Hamlin dominate much of the race and come away empty handed. The first 380 laps of the race didn't have much excitement but this race more than made up for it in the last 20 laps.
Kyle Busch Tames Tough Darlington
Darlington Raceway is known for being tough. "The Track Too Tough to Tame" received new pavement since last season which made the track smoother and much, much faster.Kyle Busch drove hard all night long and dared Darlington to tame him. Kyle bounced it off the wall and received a penalty on pit road but still returned to the lead and ran away with the race.
Darlington Raceway is known for being tough. "The Track Too Tough to Tame" received new pavement since last season which made the track smoother and much, much faster.Kyle Busch drove hard all night long and dared Darlington to tame him. Kyle bounced it off the wall and received a penalty on pit road but still returned to the lead and ran away with the race.
A.J. Allmendinger Wins 2008 NASCAR Sprint Showdown
The 2008 Sprint Showdown is the last chance for drivers to race their way into the 2008 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. This forty lap event is broken up into two twenty lap segments with a competition yellow in the middle where teams can pit if they choose to. Only the top two drivers make it from the Showdown into the All-Star Race and a shot at $1 million.
The 2008 Sprint Showdown is the last chance for drivers to race their way into the 2008 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. This forty lap event is broken up into two twenty lap segments with a competition yellow in the middle where teams can pit if they choose to. Only the top two drivers make it from the Showdown into the All-Star Race and a shot at $1 million.
Kasey Kahne Claims Coca-Cola 600
The Coca-Cola 600 is the longest race on the NASCAR calendar. This race is a test of endurance and flexibility. It starts under bright sunshine and ends in the dark of night. There were a number of different names at the front tonight. However, for the second week in a row Kasey Kahne was the first driver to reach the finish line.
The Coca-Cola 600 is the longest race on the NASCAR calendar. This race is a test of endurance and flexibility. It starts under bright sunshine and ends in the dark of night. There were a number of different names at the front tonight. However, for the second week in a row Kasey Kahne was the first driver to reach the finish line.
Kyle Busch Dominates Dover for Fourth 2008 Win
During today's 2008 Best Buy 400 "The Monster Mile" in Dover decided to attack early. An early race wreck damaged many top teams which cleared the track for long green flag runs which dominated the race. The Roush-Fenway Fords dominated the early part of the race but Kyle Busch flexed his muscle once again and ran away with the end of the race to claim his fourth win of 2008.
During today's 2008 Best Buy 400 "The Monster Mile" in Dover decided to attack early. An early race wreck damaged many top teams which cleared the track for long green flag runs which dominated the race. The Roush-Fenway Fords dominated the early part of the race but Kyle Busch flexed his muscle once again and ran away with the end of the race to claim his fourth win of 2008.
Kasey Kahne Rules Pocono While Point Leader Kyle Busch Stumbles
Kasey Kahne started on the pole for today's Pocono 500. He wasted little time getting to the front and then stayed there most of the day. Kyle Busch finished his record-setting weekend with a whimper. After racing three days in three different states he ended up in the wall in Pocono and finished 43rd.
Kasey Kahne started on the pole for today's Pocono 500. He wasted little time getting to the front and then stayed there most of the day. Kyle Busch finished his record-setting weekend with a whimper. After racing three days in three different states he ended up in the wall in Pocono and finished 43rd.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Squeezes Enough Fuel For 2008 LifeLock 400 Win
The 208 LifeLock 400 turned into a fuel mileage race. Pit strategy took center stage in the closing laps of this battle. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had enough fuel to survive a green-white-checkers finish and return to Victory Lane in a points race for the first time since 2006.
The 208 LifeLock 400 turned into a fuel mileage race. Pit strategy took center stage in the closing laps of this battle. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had enough fuel to survive a green-white-checkers finish and return to Victory Lane in a points race for the first time since 2006.
Kyle Busch Avoids the Wrecks to Claim Infineon Victory
Races at Infineon Raceway are often decided on pit strategy and fuel mileage. The 2008 Toyota / Save Mart 350 instead featured way too many cautions and one driver that simply had them covered. Kyle Busch avoided the wrecks all day long by having the fastest car and using it to stay out front to claim the first road racing win of his career.
Races at Infineon Raceway are often decided on pit strategy and fuel mileage. The 2008 Toyota / Save Mart 350 instead featured way too many cautions and one driver that simply had them covered. Kyle Busch avoided the wrecks all day long by having the fastest car and using it to stay out front to claim the first road racing win of his career.
Kurt Busch Wins Rain Shortened New Hampshire Race
Kurt Busch's team the right call during today's 2008 Lenox Industrial Tools 301. They left him out when the leaders pitted just before the rain came. Busch was able to hang on for a couple of green flag laps and was out front when the race was called by NASCAR. Juan Pablo Montoya and Kyle Busch were beating and banging during the race. This came to a head under caution when Montoya turned into Kyle and spun him out. Clearly we haven't heard the last of this story yet.
Kurt Busch's team the right call during today's 2008 Lenox Industrial Tools 301. They left him out when the leaders pitted just before the rain came. Busch was able to hang on for a couple of green flag laps and was out front when the race was called by NASCAR. Juan Pablo Montoya and Kyle Busch were beating and banging during the race. This came to a head under caution when Montoya turned into Kyle and spun him out. Clearly we haven't heard the last of this story yet.
Kyle Busch Survives Wreck Filled Daytona Finish
The 2008 Coke Zero 400 at Daytona gave the restrictor plate racing fans everything that they love. This race featured a photo finish after a green-white-checkers restart which saw Kyle Busch beat Carl Edwards by half a carlength.
The 2008 Coke Zero 400 at Daytona gave the restrictor plate racing fans everything that they love. This race featured a photo finish after a green-white-checkers restart which saw Kyle Busch beat Carl Edwards by half a carlength.
Kyle Busch Drives Around Jimmie Johnson in Exciting Chicagoland Finish
Chicagoland Speedway isn't know for its exciting racing. However the 2008 LifeLock.com 400 made up for 265 laps of boredom with a two lap thrilling finish. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson looked like he had the fastest car at the end. Busch simply out-drove Johnson for the final two lap shootout and stole the win.
Chicagoland Speedway isn't know for its exciting racing. However the 2008 LifeLock.com 400 made up for 265 laps of boredom with a two lap thrilling finish. Kyle Busch lead the most laps but Jimmie Johnson looked like he had the fastest car at the end. Busch simply out-drove Johnson for the final two lap shootout and stole the win.
Tire Problems Plague 2008 Brickyard 400
The 2008 Allstate 400 at the Brickyard was easily the worst race of 2008. Tire problems forced NASCAR to throw a competition caution every nine laps of green flag racing to try to prevent blowouts. This disjointed event was a pathetic excuse for a race.
The 2008 Allstate 400 at the Brickyard was easily the worst race of 2008. Tire problems forced NASCAR to throw a competition caution every nine laps of green flag racing to try to prevent blowouts. This disjointed event was a pathetic excuse for a race.
Carl Edwards Picks Up 2008 Pocono Victory
The 2008 Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 brought the focus of the NASCAR Sprint Cup series back to the great racing and pit strategy that NASCAR is normally known for. Carl Edwards team made all the right calls to claim the win while Mark Martin's team demonstrated just how unforgiving this sport can be.
The 2008 Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 brought the focus of the NASCAR Sprint Cup series back to the great racing and pit strategy that NASCAR is normally known for. Carl Edwards team made all the right calls to claim the win while Mark Martin's team demonstrated just how unforgiving this sport can be.
Kyle Busch Completes 2008 Road Course Sweep
The 2008 Centurion Boats at the Glen demonstrated two basic facts about the 2008 Sprint Cup season. The first is that Kyle Busch is the real deal as he claimed his eighth win of 2008 and completed the road course sweep. The second fact is that NASCAR racing is dangerous even on the relatively slow road courses. This race saw a red flag for a nine-car pileup. David Gilliland took some hard hits but fortunately everyone walked away.
The 2008 Centurion Boats at the Glen demonstrated two basic facts about the 2008 Sprint Cup season. The first is that Kyle Busch is the real deal as he claimed his eighth win of 2008 and completed the road course sweep. The second fact is that NASCAR racing is dangerous even on the relatively slow road courses. This race saw a red flag for a nine-car pileup. David Gilliland took some hard hits but fortunately everyone walked away.
Edwards Closes Chase Gap With Michigan Win
The 2008 3M Performance 400 presented by Bondo at Michigan International Speedway had big implications for the the 2008 Chase. Carl Edwards scored the win to earn ten more bonus points and cut his Chase deficit to just 40 points. At the other end of the top twelve there were big swings in the standings which will likely help determine who will be in the Chase and who will spend the last ten races of 2008 battling for eleventh.
The 2008 3M Performance 400 presented by Bondo at Michigan International Speedway had big implications for the the 2008 Chase. Carl Edwards scored the win to earn ten more bonus points and cut his Chase deficit to just 40 points. At the other end of the top twelve there were big swings in the standings which will likely help determine who will be in the Chase and who will spend the last ten races of 2008 battling for eleventh.