Tire dilemma splits the local racing crowd Oct 15, 2009
With the World of Outlaws and the Knoxville Raceway already announcing they have commitments beginning in 2010 with Goodyear Tires, the burning question for east coast sprint car fans is which direction will Williams Grove and Lincoln Speedways go in the tire war. Port Royal and Selinsgrove Speedways have already announced commitments to Hoosier Tire Mid Atlantic for 2010 but both the Grove and Lincoln have not made any commitments yet and are weighing their options on which direction to... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pit Stops: A look at what's happening in the local racing scene. Oct 15, 2009
The 50th anniversary of the Knoxville Nationals next August will have title sponsorship from Goodyear Tires. The race will officially be called the Goodyear Knoxville Nationals presented by Lucas Oil. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Local Racing: A big congrats to Hodnett Oct 8, 2009
Speaking of the Outlaws, Goodyear tires will be the tire of choice for the series for 2010 and beyond and it certainly gets everyones attention as to what will happen locally. The Grove and Lincoln have always followed the Outlaws rules but will it happen next year. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Direction unclear on seniors at the wheel Sep 1, 2009
In one, on July 4, Acton police responded to a report of a female driver with a dirty windshield who had pulled over on Massachusetts Avenue blocking the main entrance to the Goodyear Tires parking lot. She accidentally entered another person s car while looking for washer fluid. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Ed Steffey Memorial Education Open Golf Outing to be held on Sept. 23 Aug 25, 2009
Morning and afternoon winners receive a set of Goodyear tires for each player. Second place nets a 150 gift certificate to the Pro Shop for each golfer, while 3rd place winners each receive a 100 gift certificate to the Pro Shop. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max Tires Help Couple Shatter Fuel Efficiency Guinness World Record Aug 20, 2009
"We looked forward to the challenge of attempting to break our own world record drive through the 48 U.S. mainland states, and after only a few days of driving on these Goodyear tires, we knew we could shatter the record," said Helen Taylor ... To best showcase the difference with the new Goodyear tires, the Taylors set out on the challenge in the same vehicle they used to set the previous record - a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI.. (PR Newswire)
Allstate ends sponsorship of NASCAR race Jul 29, 2009
Last year, the Goodyear tires used in during the race lasted only 10-12 laps before they needed replaced - a situation that turned the race into a series of short sprints. There were no such problems in Sunday's race as Johnson edged Mark Martin for his third win at the Brickyard in four years. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Allstate ends sponsorship of Allstate 400 in Indy Jul 28, 2009
Last year, the Goodyear tires used in during the race lasted only 10 to 12 laps before they needed replaced a situation that turned the race into a series of short sprints. There were no such problems in Sunday's race as Johnson edged Mark Martin for his third win at the Brickyard in four years. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Good Year For Tires Jul 28, 2009
Courtesy of a battery of tests leading into the Allstate 400, the Goodyear tires that came under such harsh criticism last year impressed crew chiefs and drivers this year ... " That's high praise from one of NASCAR's great mechanical minds to say that the Goodyear tires were actually "too good," but that's exactly what had to be done. There was no way to risk the tire compound, because one blowout would have been one too many at the Brickyard this year. Now that NASCAR and Goodyear have proven... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Hornaday wins record fourth straight trucks race Jul 26, 2009
"Those four fresh Goodyear tires, it wouldn't have even been a contest.". Hornaday held on in part because Skinner chose not to force the issue. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Better For Wear Jul 25, 2009
Drivers say Goodyear tires hold up, prevent dusty mess of a year ago during opening day of practice. By Larry Hawley IndySportsNation. (FOX59, IN)
TEAM NOTES: Brickyard opens doors for NASCAR visit Jul 24, 2009
Stewart is one of the biggest critics of the Goodyear tires but does not expect a repeat of last year's debacle, when the tires were failing after six to eight laps, forcing NASCAR to throw competition yellow flags throughout the race. "Am I concerned about the tires? Not at all," Stewart said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Goodyear expects better tire performance at this year's Brickyard 400 Jul 23, 2009
And Greg Stucker, well, he insists Goodyear tires will hold up no matter what the conditions are for Sunday s Allstate at the Brickyard 400. Who s Greg Stucker, you ask. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Rubber Match Jul 21, 2009
At last year's race, Goodyear tires were so mismatched for the diamond-ground surface that they were exploding after six to eight laps, forcing officials to throw a competition yellow flag every 10-12 laps to prevent further mayhem. While that kept a bad situation from getting worse, the yellow flags left many race fans upset. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Following the "Yellow" Brickyard Jul 20, 2009
Its just that NASCAR has never had to follow a race quite like last years, where pieces of tires covered fans in the corners, competition yellows stifled the field due to Goodyear tires that wore down quickly. The effort has slowed ticket sales for the race, though the economy has forced that trend at track all across the country. (FOX59, IN)
New Goodyear Wranglers Grabbing Off-Road Wins From Baja to Wisconsin Jul 11, 2009
Crandon Raceway is considered the fastest and most punishing off-road race course in the U.S. The course provides a challenge to racers with its rutted track and loose rocks, and Dorr credited his Goodyear tires with carrying him through to the key victory. In a post-race interview, Dorr said, "It was my first race on the new Goodyear Wranglers with Kevlar. The race was grueling and fast-paced, but the tires looked brand-new at this finish line. The new Goodyear tire delivered me to the... (PR Newswire)
A Very Good-Year Jul 9, 2009
Stewart finds success with new team, teammate, and even Goodyear Tires. By Larry Hawley IndySportsNation. (FOX59, IN)
NASCAR: Drivers praise Goodyear tires Jun 17, 2009
Drivers praise Goodyear tires at Brickyard 061709 - The Augusta Chronicle ... Drivers praise Goodyear tires at Brickyard Associated Press Wednesday, June 17, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
With Summer Driving Increasing, Goodyear Has Key Tire Advice May 21, 2009
For more information about Goodyear tires, visit. 2,600 miles based on a 4% fuel economy improvement, on 65,000 Mile Tread Life Limited Warranty, as compared to the standard Goodyear Assurance tire tested on P195/65R15 size - 2008 Honda Civic. (PR Newswire)
Goodyear Wins Important Military Supply Contract May 9, 2009
"Goodyear is extremely pleased with BAE Systems' decision to source Goodyear tires exclusively on this platform and, more importantly, this fitment signifies an important step forward in Goodyear's working relationship with one of the world's premier providers of military vehicles," said Kris Fettig, Goodyear military OE account executive. The FMTV is based on a common cab, chassis and internal components. (PR Newswire)
Litchfield Park mulls adopting homestead Mar 28, 2009
An executive with Goodyear Tire r Co., he established the Southwest Cotton Co., which supplied the cotton needed for webbing and cording fabric used to reinforce Goodyear tires. He purchased the initial 80-acre parcel that became La Loma for $50 an acre. (AZCentral -- News)
Bad economy wins out over great weather at AMS Mar 9, 2009
MORE SLIPPING AND SLIDING: There was more talk from drivers about poor grip by the Goodyear tires on the track. "They need to go back to the drawing board, I guess,'' said Earnhardt, who finished 11th. "I ain't no tire engineer but, I mean, we have good success at a lot of tracks. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR Notebook: Track owner hoping to move season-ending race Mar 7, 2009
"Sputter those enginesEveryone will be listening to their engines a little closer than usual in Atlanta.A rash of motor problems plagued some of the top contenders last weekend at Las Vegas, putting the focus on durability for Sunday s Kobalt Tools 500. All the manufacturers have been bit by the bug, Bobby Labonte said. It seems like everybody caught a sinus infection. At Las Vegas, five Toyota teams had to change motors for various reasons leading up to the race. Matt Kenseth, trying to become... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Busch headlines as qualifying begins at Atlanta Mar 7, 2009
Even top finishers had complaints about the Goodyear tires in last year's race, but testing at the track in January left Greg Biffle and Juan Pablo Montoya hopeful the tires will have a better grip this year. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Smith calls for moving final race Mar 7, 2009
Several drivers said the problems at Las Vegas could possibly be traced to the Goodyear tires. Not that there was anything wrong with them -- quite the opposite. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Smith calls on NASCAR to move season-ending race Mar 7, 2009
"It seems like everybody caught a sinus infection.''At Las Vegas, five Toyota teams had to change motors for various reasons leading up to the race. Matt Kenseth, trying to become the first driver to win the first three events of the season, ran into problems during warmups and lasted only six laps once the green flag dropped in his Ford.David Ragan and Carl Edwards, both d 00004000 riving Fords, also had engines fail. So did Mark Martin, whose Chevrolet went out for the second week in a... (MSNBC -- Sports)
