DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 20, 2015) – Stewart-Haas Racing has named Regan Smith interim driver of its No. 41 Haas Automation Chevrolet SS for the 57th Daytona 500 Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. Continue reading “Stewart-Haas Racing Names Regan Smith Interim Driver for No. 41 Team in Daytona 500”
Kurt Busch
Statement from Stewart-Haas Racing Regarding Kurt Busch
onDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 20, 2015) – The following is a statement from Stewart-Haas Racing executive vice president Joe Custer regarding Kurt Busch.
“We understand NASCAR’s position regarding Kurt Busch and accept their decision. We are in the midst of finalizing our plans for the Daytona 500 and we will announce those details as soon as we’re ready.”
Chevrolet Suspends Relationship with Kurt Busch
onStatement from Jim Campbell, Chevrolet vice president of Motorsports and Performance Vehicles
“Chevrolet has suspended its relationship with Kurt Busch indefinitely. We will continue to monitor the events surrounding Mr. Busch and are prepared to take additional action if necessary.”
NASCAR Suspends Kurt Busch Indefinitely
onNASCAR Indefinitely Suspends Driver Kurt Busch
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 20, 2015) — NASCAR has indefinitely suspended driver Kurt Busch for actions detrimental to stock car racing following the release today of a supplemental disposition setting forth the findings and conclusions that formed the basis for the Family Court of the State of Delaware’s decision on Monday to issue an Order of Protection from Abuse against him.
Busch, driver of the No. 41 car, was found to be in violation of:
· Section 12.1.a: Actions detrimental to stock car racing
· Section 12.8: Behavioral Penalty
“Given the serious nature of the findings and conclusions made by the Commissioner of the Family Court of the State of Delaware, NASCAR has indefinitely suspended driver Kurt Busch, effective immediately. He will not be allowed to race nor participate in any NASCAR activities until further notice.
“Kurt Busch and his Stewart-Haas Racing team are fully aware of our position and why this decision was made. We will continue to respect the process and timetable of the authorities involved.”
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