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Insider Racing News * August 23, 2007
NASCAR Rejects No. 31 Paint Scheme "NASCAR insisted that not only must AT&T Mobility remove the 'AT&T' name and logo immediately, but also that AT&T Mobility feature the very name, 'Cingular,' that AT&T Mobility has spent millions of dollars removing from the marketplace," AT&T states in its motion. AT&T had won an injunction on breach of contract grounds as U.S. District Court Judge Marvin Shoob ruled May 18 that NASCAR's grandfather clause in its licensing agreement that gives RCR a car number allowed for the Cingular logos to be changed to AT&T following their December 2006 merger. But the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that because the grandfather clause (enacted in 2004 when Nextel became the primary sponsor of the Cup Series) was designed to benefit RCR and not necessarily Cingular, that AT&T could not sue under breach of contract grounds. AT&T said it attempted to compromise this week by not including the AT&T globe and the Cingular name on its Go Phone scheme but that NASCAR rejected it Wednesday because the Cingular logo was too small. "AT&T Mobility has removed the AT&T logo and name from the car, consistent with the Court of Appeal's decision," AT&T states in its motion to have a hearing as early as the second week of September. "That should be enough for NASCAR and Sprint Nextel. "But now NASCAR wants to ensure that AT&T Mobility's customers are confused by insisting (apparently at the behest of Sprint Nextel) that AT&T Mobility prominently and with large and bold type display 'Cingular' on the #31 car when AT&T Mobility is in the process of completing its name transition." The actual motion for a new preliminary injunction will be filed Friday in Shoob's court, AT&T indicated in its filing Thursday...MORE...(scenedaily.com)
“Race to the Dream” Contest This marks the fourth year of the Race to the Dream promotion, sponsored by Ford Trucks. It launches on Saturday, Aug. 25 via www.racetothedream.com, the official “Race to the Dream” website. One finalist will be selected every week until the contest closes on Oct. 30. “The Built Ford Tough Race to the Dream Ultimate Fan Experience has been a major success in its first three years and we expect more of the same in 2007,” said Todd Eckert, Ford Truck and SUV Communications Manager. “We’ve connected with thousands of consumers and provided them with an opportunity to learn more about the best-selling and most capable lineup of trucks in America – Ford F-Series – while giving them a chance to win a racing experience only Built Ford Tough Trucks and Ford Racing could provide. “We know that NASCAR fans are also truck enthusiasts, so it’s a great opportunity for us to combine two of their favorite passions into a truly unique experience. Competing in NASCAR Fusions on the track and in Ford F-150s and Super Duties in the dirt at the same place where NASCAR will crown its champions one week later, is something our nine contestants will never forget.” Fans are invited to visit the website to enter the promotion. Each registrant can earn additional “entries” into the sweepstakes by correctly answering trivia questions about Built Ford Tough Trucks and Ford Racing. A new set of five questions will be available each week of the promotion. The end result will pit nine lucky fans against each other in a head-to-head driving competition in NASCAR Ford Fusions and Ford F-Series trucks on Nov. 10 at Homestead-Miami Speedway, site of Ford Championship Weekend. The winner of the driving competition will be crowned the “Ultimate Fan Champion” and will remain in Miami with their guest for Ford Championship Weekend, Nov. 16-18. While there, they will be treated to racing action, behind-the-scenes activities and more, including: All areas access to all three Ford Championship Weekend NASCAR races
About Ford F-Series Since its debut in 1948, Ford has sold more than 32 million F-Series trucks. Today, there are more F-Series pickups on the road with 250,000 miles than any other brand. It has also been the best-selling truck in America for 30 years running and the best-selling vehicle for 25 years in a row. The new 2008 Super Duty features the 6.4L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel (the most powerful, cleanest, and quietest Ford pickup diesel engine ever), a new exterior and interior design, as well as such innovations as an industry-first Tailgate Step ™ that allows easy access to the pickup box. In addition, the all-new F-450 pickup offers industry-leading towing capacity of 24,500 pounds and maximum payload of 6,120 pounds. The Ford F-150 half-ton pickup, like the Super Duty, is the capability leader in its segment with best-in-class payload and towing capacities. New for the 2008 model year, Ford has added to an unmatched lineup of more than 60 unique F-Series offerings with the new F-150 Lariat Limited and SuperCrew XL models.
No. 2 Team Wins Pit Crew Award “Just like I said after the race, this win was indeed a total team effort and for my guys to win the Checkers/Rally's Double Drive-Thru Challenge is very fitting,” said Busch, whose win was his 17th overall career victory and second at MIS. “They keep on getting better and better and, just like our entire program, we are showing the great consistency that a championship-caliber team needs.” “The guys were awesome out on pit road and this award is the icing on the cake for a great race win,” added crew chief Pat Tryson. “They were flawless on a day where it seemed every other team faced problems. I’m so proud of our guys for winning the Checkers/Rally’s award and we look forward to getting our picture made with the big check.” Busch’s over-the-wall crew will be presented with an $11,000 check by Checkers/Rally’s for winning the weekly challenge. An additional $111,150 prize will be presented to the pit crew with the most wins at the completion of the 36-race Nextel Cup schedule. The No. 2 crew, which spent 206.320 seconds on pit lane, includes: Ray Gallaghan (jackman), David Littau (front-tire carrier), Jay Hackney (front-tire changer), Larry Robinett (rear-tire carrier), Travis Johnson (rear-tire changer), Chris Williams (gasman), Steve Williams (catch can) and Dustin Coonfield (eighth man). The No. 01 crew leads the season-long Checkers/Rally’s Double Drive-Thru Challenge standings with four wins. To win, teams are required to finish on the lead lap while spending the least amount of time on pit road. Checkers/Rally’s is in its third season as title sponsor for the Pit Crew Challenge.
Benson Wins Bristol Truck Race "We did the same thing at Darlington in 2004, and it paid off for us there," Bruce said. "We both agreed on what fresh tires could do for us. It's hard to hold somebody off at the end when they have tires." Mark Martin finished third, followed by Mike Skinner and Rick Crawford. Skinner's top-five finish allowed him to increase his points lead over Ron Hornaday Jr. to 92 points. In the past, track position was more important than fresh tires at Bristol -- Martin drove on the same set of tires for the last 170 laps of last year's race and won easily. But on the brand-new surface, Benson's fresh rubber allowed him to move up from 17th after the restart and then hold off a charge by Gaughan at the end. "It's unbelievable," Benson said of the new concrete. "It is way, way cool and just a pleasure to race on."(nascar.com)  Discuss this and other racing matters in the Prodigys@Speed ForumYou can contact us at.. Insider Racing News
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