Biffle hoping to recapture the glory at Michigan Aug 14, 2008
A good finish eluded Biffle during the series' first visit to the track this season, when he was 20th in a race won by Dale Earnhardt Jr., a rare off day for a team that's had few of them at the home of Ford ... Biffle has struggled at times this year, and knows he can't afford to miss the Chase for a third straight season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Smith takes SunTrust 100 at Langley Aug 13, 2008
Danny Edwards Jr. led until his brother pushed his Ford to the front on lap 18. At the halfway mark, Greg Edwards held a one-car-length edge over Danny Edwards Jr. with Smith lurking two lengths back. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Boyish style carries Georgia native Aug 13, 2008
" Ragan is one of five drivers at Roush Fenway Racing. He was hurried into one of the most-visible jobs in the sport without a lot preparation. When Mark Martin left Roush Fenway after the 2006 season, Ragan was pushed into the No. 6 Ford with less than one year of truck and Nationwide experience. "I don't know if it was too much, too fast because we've overcome a lot," Ragan said. "It was definitely too much at the time. That was a lot of pressure. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ambrose shows up Nascar superstars Aug 12, 2008
Ambrose, a dual Australian V8 supercar champion, drove his Ford almost to destruction in pursuit of his first win. "We used that No.21 car up," Ambrose said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
MOTOR SPORTS Kyle Busch makes NASCAR history Aug 11, 2008
Marcos Ambrose of Tasmania, who started last in the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford, finished an amazing third a day after winning the Nationwide race. Briefly: Tony Schumacher raced to his fourth straight victory and ninth of the season in the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd, Minn. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Notebook: Ambrose shines again on big weekend Aug 11, 2008
Ambrose, who won the Nationwide Zippo 200 at Watkins Glen International on Saturday to become the first Australian to win a NASCAR race, drove the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford to an impressive third-place finish Sunday in the Centurion Boats at The Glen Cup race after starting last ... Toyota has nine wins, Chevrolet five, Ford four, and Dodge three. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ambrose wins Zippo 200 Aug 11, 2008
But the two leaders ran out of fuel with three laps remaining and Ambrose coasted to the victory in the No. 59 Ford. Ambrose was third last week in the rain in Montreal after leading the most laps and second on the road course in Mexico. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Kyle Busch wins again, takes Watkins Glen Aug 11, 2008
Marcos Ambrose of Tasmania, who started last in the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford, finished third a day after winning the Nationwide race. He was followed by Juan Pablo Montoya and Martin Truex Jr.. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Kyle Busch quashes slump talk Aug 11, 2008
"I needed to stay with him to be close enough to try to make a move in a braking zone. We never could get close enough to get an opportunity."Marcos Ambrose of Tasmania, who started last in the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford, finished an amazing third a day after winning the Nationwide race. "It's just a great weekend all around," Ambrose said after only his third Cup start of his brief NASCAR career. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Auto racing: Kyle Busch rules the road Aug 11, 2008
Bobby Labonte then slammed into Gilliland's No. 26 Ford, and Sam Hornish Jr., ended up sliding into the barrier dividing the course from the pit road entrance. NASCAR spokesman Kerry Tharp said Labonte was taken to an area hospital for further observation and was released, adding that no injuries were reported and that Labonte was cleared for competition. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Busch sweeps at road courses Aug 11, 2008
" Marcos Ambrose of Tasmania, who started last in the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford, finished an amazing third a day after winning the Nationwide race. "It's just a great weekend all around," Ambrose said after only his third Cup start of his brief NASCAR career. "I hope I can give the Wood Brothers a shot in the arm that they need to really get the momentum to move forward. " Ambrose was followed by Juan Pablo Montoya and Martin Truex Jr. Kevin Harvick was sixth, followed by Jimmie Johnson, Denny... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Johnson has a tough road ahead Aug 10, 2008
But the two leaders ran out of fuel with three laps remaining and Ambrose coasted to the victory in the No. 59 Ford. IRL - Scott Dixon came from behind at Kentucky Speedway in Sparta, passing Helio Castroneves coming off the final turn on the 1. (Boston Globe)
Ambrose wins Nationwide Zippo 200 Aug 10, 2008
But the two leaders ran out of fuel with three laps remaining and Ambrose coasted to the victory in the No. 59 Ford. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ambrose puts the international in Watkins Glen with first win Aug 10, 2008
Marcos Ambrose celebrates his first NASCAR win after taking his STP Ford to victory lane at the Nationwide Series Zippo 200 at Watkins Glen International ... But the two leaders ran out of fuel with less than four laps remaining and Ambrose coasted to the victory in the No. 59 JTG Daugherty Racing Ford. (USA Today -- Sports)
RESULTS: Toyota Tundra 200 Aug 10, 2008
(10) , Ford, 150, 108 ... (4) Colin Braun, Ford, 150, 93 ... (27) , Ford, 150, 36. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ambrose scores 1st NASCAR win Aug 10, 2008
He is also entered in today's Cup race at Watkins Glen, driving the No. 21 Ford for the Wood Brothers, and was the fastest in the first Cup practice session Saturday. Gary Cogswell, Ambrose's crew chief, credited Ambrose's patience with letting the race strategy play out. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Dixon overtakes Castroneves late Aug 10, 2008
"I said that view was pretty sweet.It was the seventh second-place finish of the season for the frustrated Castroneves.The finish was almost as frustrating for Andretti, also winless this season. The son of Andretti Green Racing co-owner Michael Andretti lost his shot at his second career victory and first since August 2006 when he had to make his final pit stop on Lap 189.ALSO SATURDAYTOYOTA TUNDRA 200: Johnny Benson became the fifth NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver to win three straight... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Centurion Boats at the Glen - Watkins Glen International Aug 10, 2008
(99) Carl Edwards, Ford ... (16) Greg Biffle, Ford ... (17) Matt Kenseth, Ford. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Third & Short for August 10 Aug 10, 2008
But the two leaders ran out of fuel with less than four laps remaining and Ambrose coasted to the victory in the No. 59 JTG Daugherty Racing Ford. Matt Kenseth finished third, followed by Kevin Harvick and polesitter Dario Franchitti, who was back in a NASCAR racecar for the first time in nearly a month. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Cars' catalytic converters snatched for metals Aug 10, 2008
Some Fords have four, he added ... Ford Motor Co. is working to develop a method of permanently marking converters to give them a unique identity. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Rain cancels qualifying again at Watkins Glen Aug 9, 2008
That forced Said to park his No. 60 Ford for the second straight year here ... It began raining just as the Cup cars were about to hit the track for their first practice at noon, and although the track was nearly dry by 2:45 p.m., NASCAR spokesman Kerry Tharp said the days schedule did not afford enough time ... Said ran last years race after Bill Elliott voluntarily gave up his ride in the No. 21 Wood Brothers Ford and finished 14th after starting 39th. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Sports briefs Aug 9, 2008
That forced Said to park his No. 60 Ford for the second straight year here ... It began raining just as the Cup cars were about to hit the track for their first practice at noon, and although the track was nearly dry by 2:45 p.m., NASCAR spokesman Kerry Tharp said the day's schedule did not afford enough time. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
NASCAR team notes Aug 7, 2008
No. 99 Ford, Roush Fenway Racing ... No. 16 Ford, Roush Fenway Racing ... No. 17 Ford, Roush Fenway Racing. (USA Today -- Sports)
This Week In Auto Racing August 8 - 10 Aug 7, 2008
" Benson's Bill Davis Racing teammate, Mike Skinner, won three-consecutive races during the 1997 and 2007 seasons. Ron Hornaday, Jr. captured three straight victories in 1997. Greg Biffle did it in 2000, and Todd Bodine pulled the trick in 2005. No driver in the series has ever won four in a row. Benson comes to Nashville with a 15-point lead over defending series champion Ron Hornaday, Jr. and a 31-point advantage over Matt Crafton. Rick Crawford (-155) and Mike Skinner (-157) are fourth and... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Picking up speed Aug 7, 2008
MacDonald's modified Ford Fusion rests on a jack in the cramped garage ... He will drive the Ford at NASCAR's Camping World East race next Saturday at Lime Rock Park in Lakeville, Conn ... The two were so short on cash they could not afford to pay entry fees and entered only a handful of events. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
NASCAR racer draws a crowd Aug 6, 2008
SUMMIT PHOTO BY CHRIS TODD Dave Laugen and his family check out the No. 16 car driven by Greg Biffle on the NASCAR Sprint Cup series during the 3M-sponsored car s appearance at Forest City Ford this past week ... Maybe that's why he had his young daughter and two sons sit behind the wheel of an authentic Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup racer displayed Wednesday afternoon at Forest City Ford ... Honeycutt added that Biffle's former car has a Ford Fusion Body with a 351, V8 Engine. (Forest City Summit, IO)
End of the road Aug 5, 2008
Stevens prizes the engineering superiority he feels Hudson cars enjoyed over their competitors, namely Ford and its Model T. In every area but price, Stevens said, Hudson bested the automotive giant. Hudson innovated the oil light in 1932, the push button starter in 1934 and the dual braking system in 1936. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Touching the wall first Aug 5, 2008
Beverly Ford wrote on Jul 29, 2008 11:02 AM:" Patrick, I am so proud of you! You'll make it to the Olympics one day! ". Gran and Papa wrote on Jul 29, 2008 11:06 AM:" Sending "positive thoughts" to you in Atlanta. We know you will do great and come out of the pool after each race knowing you did your best. We are so proud of you and happy for you. ". (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Racing Roundup: Fellows, Kovalainen, Wilkins all win Aug 5, 2008
Coming out of the last corner, Wilkins at the wheel of a Woodbridge-based, AIM Autosport-entered Ford Riley was running third behind the leader, Darren Law of the United States, and the second-place car piloted by Antonio Garcia of Spain. As they approached the finish line, Laws car suddenly ran out of fuel. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
RESULTS: Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 Aug 4, 2008
(15) , Ford, 200 laps, 132 rating, 190 points, $241,875 ... (16) , Ford, 200, 92 ... (41) , Ford, 200, 74, 143, $93,675. (USA Today -- Sports)
Edwards' big gamble pays off Aug 4, 2008
CAR: No. 99 Roush Fenway Ford ... (15) Carl Edwards, Ford, 200 laps, $241,875 ... (16) David Ragan, Ford, 200, $111,725. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR-Sprint Cup-Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 Results Aug 4, 2008
(15) Carl Edwards, Ford, 200 laps, 132 rating, 190 points, $241,875 ... (16) David Ragan, Ford, 200, 92 ... (41) Jamie McMurray, Ford, 200, 74, 143, $93,675. (International Herald Tribune)
Pit strategy lifts Edwards Aug 4, 2008
Edwards had enough patience - and just enough gasoline - to steer his No. 99 Ford across the Pocono Raceway finish line first. The minute his feet hit the pavement following the back flip he does to celebrate a win, Edwards was able to laugh off a heated argument he had with his crew chief, Bob Osborne. (Florida Times-Union)
NASCAR: Johnson outruns Martin to capture second straight pole Aug 3, 2008
Behind the two fast Chevys, David Gilliland was third fastest in a Ford at 167 ... Matt Kenseth's Ford was next at 166 ... 522, with the third Ford of Greg Biffle at 166. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Finn to stick by Ferrari Aug 3, 2008
Driving the No. 47 Little Debbie Ford of JTG Daugherty Racing in the Brickyard 400, Ambrose collected $156,185 after the 160-lap race. "It was just awesome," said Ambrose, who qualified 24th fastest but had to start at the back of the 43-car field as a penalty for an engine change. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
RESULTS: NAPA Auto Parts 200 Aug 3, 2008
(3) , Ford, 48, 175, $68,043 ... (7) , Ford, 48, 155, $49,518 ... (18) , Ford, 48, 150, $41,625. (USA Today -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 2, 2008 Aug 3, 2008
"Absolutely right! If you can not beat the world's only Superpower by military force, how do you beat them?Economically, that how. And WE are doing it to ourselves.Do you know what the number one financial activity practised by the Chinese people? They SAVE.Number one financial activity done by Americans? They borrow.We borrow at every level, personally, locally, the State, and the Fed's.All in debt, all deep in red ink, and all begging for just a little more credit. Americans are addicted to... (North County Times)
Fellows wins in wet Montreal Aug 3, 2008
"With the heavy rain, it's very dangerous.The race made history after just eight laps when heavy rain and lightning at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal forced a red-flag delay and the cars returned to the track with grooved rain tires.A rookie, Carpentier placed second in a Dodge.Canadian Jacques Villeneuve had the lead late in the shortened race but had to pit relinquishing the top spot to Fellows.Calgary's Wheeler Boys, making his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut, finished 32nd in a Johnny... (Calgary Herald)
Goodyear mulls bigger tires for CoT Aug 3, 2008
(38) David Gilliland, Ford, 167 ... (17) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 166 ... (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 166. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Johnson knocks Martin off Pocono pole Aug 2, 2008
"Behind the two fast Chevys, David Gilliland was third fastest in a Ford at 167.187, followed by Johnson's Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon at 167.106 in another Chevrolet.Matt Kenseth's Ford was next at 166.883, wit 00002678 h the Dodges of Ryan Newman at 166.784 and June Pocono winner Kasey Kahne at 166.522. Brian Vickers, in a Toyota, was also at 166.522, with the third Ford of Greg Biffle at 166.516 and the Dodge of Kurt Busch at 166.445, rounding out the top 10.And, despite his... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Carfax expands carbon neutral initiative at MIS Aug 2, 2008
Carfax, lead sponsor of the No. 28 Ford participating in the 3M Performance 400 on Aug. 17, will offset all carbon emissions generated by the car from race activities that day, marking the first time a Sprint Cup Series car will be carbon neutral for an event. In addition, the NASCAR Nationwide Series CARFAX 250 on Aug. 16 will be carbon neutral via a donation to The Conservation Fund to offset the carbon dioxide that results from the race, including the energy use at the venue, the gasoline... (Niles Star, MI)
Auto Racing Notebook: Johnson bumps Martin for pole (Today) Aug 2, 2008
" Martin turned a lap of 167.560 mph that looked like it probably would hold up for his first pole since 2001. But Johnson moved him to the outside of the front row with a sizzling 168.215. Johnson and the No. 48 Chevrolet team got off to what, for them, was a slow start this season, struggling to figure out the Car of Tomorrow. But things seem to be falling into place. "We've really improved on things since last spring," said Johnson, fourth in the season points with six races to go until the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
SPORTS CALENDAR Aug 1, 2008
Friday, August 1, 2008. Minors: Modesto at San Jose. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
From Mittler to Roush: Jamie McMurray Looks for Consistency Aug 1, 2008
" It didn't take long for McMurray make everyone notice his talent. In just his second Cup race, while filling in for veteran Sterling Marlin in 2002, he became the fastest first-time winner. The following year, he captured Cup Rookie of the Year honors driving the No. 42 Dodge for Chip Ganassi. He finished 13th and 11th in the standings in 2003 and 2004, respectively, and soon earned a spot in the 12-driver lineup for the Chase for the Championship. Soon after, owner Jack Roush came calling and... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Harvick takes hit in Chase standings Jul 31, 2008
At the same time, there are just six races to go to decide the field and Harvick and the rest of the drivers on the bubble can't afford any more slip-ups ... He blew a right rear fairly early in the race, and the explosion tore a chunk of the quarter panel off his Ford before it went spinning through the grass. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Manufacturers in Cup for the long ride Jul 31, 2008
By Nate Ryan, USA TODAY Dodge doesn't have a Sprint Cup driver with as many victories this season as Toyota's (seven) or Ford's (three) ... Ford claims a 400% return on its marketing investment in NASCAR, says Dan Geist, the company's North American motor sports marketing manager ... Geist says Ford tracks the purchasing history of NASCAR fans for six months after visiting promotional events or its racing website. (USA Today -- Sports)
Gas-slurping NASCAR needs but one engine rule Jul 31, 2008
Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge might be hard-pressed to find that money in this economy, although the challenge might spark public interest. Toyota, which is already building fuel-economy cars that the American public is buying, might have a much easier time. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
MATCH GAME: Picking trades for annual rite of 'Silly Season' Jul 31, 2008
Roush Fenway outsources the No. 26 Ford to Yates Racing: The five-car Roush team has to slough a car by 2009 anyway to adhere to NASCAR's car-cap rule and Jamie McMurray is not keeping pace with teammates Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth, Greg Biffle and David Ragan. Edwards (fifth), Biffle (seventh) and Kenseth (11th) are all within the Chase for the Championship boundary and Ragan, 22, is having a respectable second full Sprint Cup season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Obituaries for July 31, 2008 Jul 31, 2008
Contributions: Heartland Hospice, 5 Christy Drive, Suite 103, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 ... Mr. Pee was an auto painter for Murphy Ford until his retirement ... Edward F. Westlake Sr., 75, Entrepreneur, business owner Edward F. Westlake Sr., 75, of Broomall, Marple, and formerly of Haverford, an entrepreneur and business owner, died July 27. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Tim TuttleINSIDE NASCAR Jul 30, 2008
Jack Roush had plucked Ragan out of his driver development program to replace Mark Martin in the No. 6 Ford in 2007 and it was a move that stunned virtually everyone with an interest in Cup racing. Roush had tried to give Ragan a head start in the fall of 2006, but after he drove so erratically at Martinsville (Tony Stewart called him a "dart without feathers"), NASCAR refused to approve him for the 1. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
MAC joins Big Ten in replay pact Jul 29, 2008
Both have major tie-ins with GM, with the Motor City Bowl also being jointly sponsored by ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Ford and Chrysler. "We are year to year with them," said Ken Hoffman, executive director of the Motor City Bowl. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Lazing around on the water is a great way to beat the summer heat. Jul 29, 2008
Dan Ford, a 10-year-old student at Tanglewood Elementary, gave the Turbo Twister a five-star rating. Its the best, a ride you dont forget, Ford said before climbing the steps for his 10th ride of the day. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Flint, MI seeks sponsors for police surveillance cameras... Jul 29, 2008
Jesse Ford is all for a camera in his Hamilton Avenue neighborhood. "We need one," said Ford, who lives near the spot where a man was shot to death in the street Tuesday night ... "I know they're expensive, but something needs to be done," said Ford. (The Drudge Report)
David O'Brien's Blog Jul 29, 2008
Barring a deal with Arizona, I d keep pushing the Angels for 1B Casey Kotchman, because he d also give Atlanta a young (25), affordable 1B for at least next season, with a line-drive swing and pretty good power ... Ford and I don t guess that it ll run ... Few teams can afford $20 million that his agent Scott Boras seeks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
8/1-2: Professional Bull Riders Jul 28, 2008
The meanest bulls and the best riders in the world are coming to the Valley as the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Built Ford Tough Series stops at Jobing. com Arena Aug. 1-2. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Auto racing results Jul 28, 2008
Carl Edwards (Ford), 160, $366,700; 3 ... Jamie McMurray (Ford), 160, $206,850; 7 ... Greg Biffle (Ford), 160, $196,225; 9. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Jimmie Johnson wins Brickyard as tire issues plague drivers Jul 28, 2008
"No one ran 100% until the last run," said Edwards, who drives the No. 99 Ford for Roush Fenway Racing. "I thought we were better than Jimmie, but he did a good job of holding back just a little more than I thought he was.". (Los Angeles Times)
RESULTS: Kroger 200 Jul 27, 2008
(1) Colin Braun, Ford, 200, 124 ... (4) , Ford, 200, 107, 138, $14,975 ... (12) , Ford, 200, 91. (USA Today -- Sports)
JIM DODSON: My Checkered Automotive Past Jul 27, 2008
Ironically, on the same day GM announced the comeback of the Camaro in Michigan, the equally beleaguered Ford Motor Company over in Indiana marked the 100th anniversary of the introduction of the Model T -- the low-cost, mass-produced car that helped make this country a nation of car fanatics -- by posting the worst quarterly loss in automotive history. On a brighter note, Ford announced it plans to ditch some of its larger trucks and gas-guzzling SUVs in favor of rolling out a "new generation... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Kyle Busch sets NASCAR record with Nationwide win Jul 27, 2008
2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty Commercial, White, Price: $8,988. Ford Explorer XLT 2003. (The Daily Reflector)
RESULTS: Power Stroke Diesel 200 Jul 26, 2008
(3) , Ford, 200, 115 ... (15) , Ford, 200, 69 ... (5) Colin Braun, Ford, 200, 81. (USA Today -- Sports)
Taste of NASCAR coming to Forest City Jul 26, 2008
The No. 16 car used by NASCAR Sprint Cup Series racer Greg Biffle will be on display next Wednesday at Forest City Ford ... The No. 16 Ford Fusion car driven by Greg Biffle in NASCAR's top series will be on display at Forest City Ford from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. (Forest City Summit, IO)
East Wins First Truck Pole At Orp Jul 26, 2008
The No.09 Roush Fenway Racing Ford driver circled the 0 ... Rick Crawford and Mike Skinner are fourth and fifth in points. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Kleinsteiber wants Dan Patch legacy to live on Jul 26, 2008
In 1904 Sylvester Redford, Kleinsteiber's grandfather, went to see Dan Patch race at the Wisconsin State Fair. Redford grew up farming, loving horses his entire life ... Redford followed the sulky as Dan Patch pulled it to the smithy, curious to see what was happening with the most highly acclaimed athlete of the day. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Mark BeechRACING FAN Jul 25, 2008
After all, those teams that run cars made by Chevy, Dodge and Ford would now seem to have an unfair advantage on the teams running Toyotas. Wouldn't they. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
