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nascar_nscs_pole_hms_kenseth_111513Major Retailer Increases Sponsorship of Matt Kenseth in No. 20 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Toyota Camry in 2014

Huntersville, N.C. (December 2, 2013) – Dollar General and Joe Gibbs Racing announced today they have expanded their partnership agreement for the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season. The Goodlettsville, Tenn.-based retailer will increase its sponsorship to 27 races with Matt Kenseth and the No. 20 team, up from 17 in 2013. As one of the top contenders for the Sprint Cup Series Championship, Kenseth celebrated seven wins in 2013 – more wins than any other driver in the series.

“Dollar General is excited to build on its successful partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing and sponsor more races with Matt Kenseth and the No. 20 team next year,” said Rick Dreiling, Dollar General’s chairman and chief executive officer. “NASCAR is key to connecting with our customers, many of whom are loyal race fans, and we look forward to a continued partnership with JGR to further our business.” Continue reading “Dollar General Expands Partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing Matt Kenseth #20”

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Iowa Speedway Nabs Truck RaceDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 27, 2013) – In a strategic move designed to expand its commitment to enhancing event experiences and fan engagement, as well as solidify the future of one of the premier racing and entertainment facilities in the Midwest, NASCAR announced today that it has purchased Iowa Speedway. The agreement, finalized today under a wholly-owned subsidiary, Iowa Speedway, LLC, is effective immediately. Continue reading “NASCAR Purchases Iowa Speedway”

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harvick_house_fireVIA @KevinHarvick on Twitter: Last night the local fire department was called to the Harvick’s house where a fire started in the basement in the early morning hours. There was structural and smoke damage within the area. Kevin, DeLana and Keelan were not injured. Thank you all for the outpouring of concern.

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ty-dillon-nascar-trucks-kentucky-no-3Bass Pro Shops Moves to NASCAR Nationwide Series with Ty Dillon
America’s Most Popular Outdoor Retailer to Serve as Primary Sponsor for 11 Races

WELCOME, N.C. (November 25, 2013) – Bass Pro Shops will continue its partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2014, serving as a primary sponsor on Ty Dillon’s No. 3 Chevrolet Camaro in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. Continue reading “Bass Pro Shops Moves to NASCAR Nationwide Series with Ty Dillon’s #3 For 2014”

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2013 Sprint Media Tour 2013 Gen-6 Models17 – Number of different winners this season, up from the 15 different winners last season. The modern era record for different winners in a season is 19.

5 – Number of drivers who won in 2013 after going winless in 2012: Brian Vickers, Carl Edwards, David Ragan, Jamie McMurray and Martin Truex Jr.

19 – Number of track qualifying records broken this season.

3 – Number of track qualifying records broken by Jimmie Johnson this season, the series’ most

11 – Number of drivers who broke a track qualifying record this season. They are Jimmie Johnson (three), Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch, Joey Logano, Ryan Newman, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Matt Kenseth (two each), Jeff Gordon, Kurt Busch, Brad Keselowski, and Marcos Ambrose (one each).

Continue reading “The NASCAR Gen-6 Race Car By The Numbers For 2013”