Hendrick Motorsports
RPM Signs Ambrose; Stanley To Sponsor Him
Richard Petty Motorsports announced today that Marcos Ambrose will drive the team’s No. 9 car in 2011, replacing the departing Kasey Kahne, who is leaving to drive for Red Bull Racing in 2011 while he waits for a seat to open up at Hendrick Motorsports.
Budweiser To Sponsor RCR’s No. 29, Harvick
Richard Childress Racing announced today that Budweiser will sponsor the team’s No. 29 Sprint Cup entry and driver Kevin Harvick in 2011, replacing Shell Pennzoil, which is leaving the team to sponsor Penske Racing and Kurt Busch.
Kahne-RBR Deal Makes Sense For Everyone Involved
With Kasey Kahne headed to Red Bull Racing in 2011, many are wondering what each side gets out of the deal. When you consider it, the deal makes sense for everyone.
Almirola To Richard Petty Motorsports In 2011?
The NASCAR Insiders are reporting that Aric Almirola’s name has been mentioned as a potential candidate for one of Richard Petty Motorsports’ Fords next season.
Kahne To Red Bull Racing In 2011?
Kasey Kahne may be headed to Red Bull Racing in 2011, that according to the Charlotte Observer and ThatsRacin.com. Kahne would take over one of the team’s Toyotas as he awaits to jump into Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 5 Sprint Cup Chevy in 2010.
Report: Allmendinger Signs Extension With RPM
AJ Allmendinger has signed a multi-year deal to stay with Richard Petty Motorsports behind the wheel of the No. 43 Ford. A formal announcement is expected Friday at Watkins Glen International.
Letarte Signs Multi-Year Extension With Hendrick Motorsports
Steve Letarte, crew chief of Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 24 Sprint Cup team and driver Jeff Gordon, has signed a multi-year contract extension to remain in that position. Rumor has it that the deal is for four years, running through 2010.
Labonte To Replace Ambrose At JTG Next Season
JTG Daughtery Racing announced that Bobby Labonte will drive the team’s No. 47 Sprint Cup Toyota next season, replacing the departing Marcos Ambrose.
Gordon Gets New Spotter Starting This Weekend
Jeff Dickerson, former spotter for Kyle Busch, will replace Shannon McGlamery as spotter for Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 24 team and driver Jeff Gordon.
Phoenix Racing To Shut Down At End Of Season?
Jayski is reporting, via MikeMulhern.net, Phoenix Racing owner James Finch is planning to shut down the No. 09 team at the end of the Sprint Cup season, despite reports that Kasey Kahne was in talks to run the car next season as he waits to Mark Martin’s contract to expire so that he can take over [...]
