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2013-Subway-Fresh-Fit-500-Phoenix-Jimmie-Johnson-Chad-Knaus-030213Brad Keselowski nabs Loudon pole; Jimmie Johnson’s time disallowed

July 12, 2013

By Reid Spencer
NASCAR Wire Service

LOUDON, N.H.–Brad Keselowski didn’t think his lap was fast enough.

Jimmie Johnson was late to the grid after trouble getting through inspection.

Kurt Busch hit the rev limiter entering the first corner.

Nevertheless, those three drivers were to lead the field to the green flag in Sunday’s Camping World RV Sales 301 after sweeping the top three starting spots in track-record time during Friday’s time trials at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

That, at least, was what was supposed to happen, before Johnson’s inspection issues continued after qualifying and the time of the No. 48 Chevrolet was disallowed after the front of the car failed the height stick test on both sides–with both sides registering too low.

As a result, Johnson will start the race from the 43rd position.

Continue reading “Jimmie Johnson’s 48 Car Fails Multiple Pre-Race Inspections At New Hampshire”

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brad-keselowski-coors-light-pole-nascar-sprint-cup-series-new-hampshire-july-20131 2 Brad Keselowski Miller Lite Ford 28.022 135.922
2 78 Kurt Busch Furniture Row / Denver Mattress Chevrolet 28.040 135.835
3 88 Dale Earnhardt Jr. National Guard Chevrolet 28.050 135.786
4 18 Kyle Busch Interstate Batteries Toyota 28.056 135.757
5 24 Jeff Gordon Drive To End Hunger Chevrolet 28.104 135.525
6 99 Carl Edwards Fastenal Ford 28.112 135.487
7 11 Denny Hamlin FedEx Freight Toyota 28.113 135.482
8 5 Kasey Kahne Farmers Insurance Chevrolet 28.144 135.333
9 31 Jeff Burton Caterpillar Chevrolet 28.162 135.246
10 42 Juan Pablo Montoya Target Chevrolet 28.191 135.107
11 1 Jamie McMurray McDonald’s Monopoly Chevrolet 28.198 135.073

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12 20 Matt Kenseth Dollar General Toyota 28.212 135.006

Continue reading “2013 NASCAR Cup Series New Hampshire Starting Lineup – Brad Keselowski On Pole, Johnson DQ’d”

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Daytona 500 Qualifying 2013 Kevin HarvickBUDWEISER TO JOIN KEVIN HARVICK AT STEWART-HAAS RACING BEGINNING NEXT SEASON
King of Beers to be Primary Sponsor of No. 4 Chevrolet SS in 2014

ST. LOUIS (July 12, 2013) – For more than 30 years Budweiser has sponsored some of NASCAR’s top race car drivers. The King of Beers will continue its rich tradition in the sport by joining Kevin Harvick as he moves to Stewart-Haas Racing in 2014 to drive the No. 4 Chevrolet SS in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.

“Over the last three years, Kevin has been an amazing ambassador for Budweiser, both on and off the track,” said Blaise D’Sylva, vice president of media, sports and entertainment marketing, Anheuser-Busch. “We value that level of commitment, and we’re proud to join him at Stewart-Haas Racing next season.”

Under the terms of the deal, Budweiser will serve as primary sponsor of the No. 4 Chevrolet for 20 races as well as the Budweiser Duel during Budweiser Speedweeks at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway. Budweiser will serve as a major associate sponsor for the remaining races on the Sprint Cup Series schedule.

Continue reading “Official: Kevin Harvick, Budweiser Join Stewart-Haas For 2014”

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SHOW #262 – Guest: Justin Allgaier – We recap the Daytona weekend, including the latest on the roof flap…flap. Smack you upside the head with point standings, hear what Dale Jr. thinks of the #3 getting used again, preview New Hampshire and so much more. Stop reading now and starting listening already…geez. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie (yes we know equidistant is in fact a word)

(48:03 mins)

CREDITS: 

Hosts: Kerry Murphey & Toby Christie

Executive Producer: Kerry Murphey

Music: Russell Nash Radium Sound

Voice Over: Thomas Moog

Continue reading “The Final Lap Weekly #262 NASCAR Podcast – Justin Allgaier / New Hampshire Preview”

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jimmie-johnson-nascar-daytona-500-victory-lane-2013Rolling out of the Daytona crapshoot, those teams lucky and good enough to be in the top 12 in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series points are well-positioned. Only eight races remain before the points are re-set and given the scanty point system, the Top Five or so are likely to get their share of the 384 points available before the Chase for the Sprint Cup begins.

by Dwight Drum at Racetake.com

It’s simply go-time for half of the drivers and teams in the Top 20 as only 12 are going to get the chance for the coveted Sprint crown. Wins are more like treasure now. Crashes that result in even one DNF can be a mortal blow to playoff hopes. Consistency is essential.

Continue reading “FYI WIRZ: NASCAR’s 36-Race Season Is Half Done With Only 8 Races To The Chase”