Menard Finishes 17th In Southern 500 at Darlington
September 3, 2018
Paul Menard and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team came away with a 17th-place finish after a long, hard night in the Bojangles Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway.
Menard started the race from 14th place but fell back early due to contact related to some tight-quarters racing on the Track Too Tough To Tame. Continue reading Menard Finishes 17th In Southern 500 at Darlington
Farnbacher, Acura Prove Pace at Watkins Glen
• Mario Farnbacher, Acura star at Watkins Glen Pirelli World Challenge doubleheader
• Acura NSX GT3 starts second, sets fastest lap on Sunday
• Contact ends Sunday run; tire issue disrupts Saturday’s race
WATKINS GLEN, NY (Sept. 2, 2018) – The Acura NSX GT3 demonstrated its speed and potential in its return to Pirelli World Challenge competition this weekend at Watkins Glen International Raceway. Continue reading Farnbacher, Acura Prove Pace at Watkins Glen
Austin Dillon and No. 3 American Ethanol Team Fight Their Way to 16th-Place Finish
“First, I’d just like to say it was a privilege to drive the ‘Silver Secret’ and honor Dale Earnhardt for NASCAR Throwback weekend at Darlington. The No. 3 American Ethanol e15 Camaro ZL1 showed solid speed today even though we finished 16th. At one point during the first stage, we were the fastest car on the track. Near the end of the stage, I battled to stay on the lead lap and managed to do so even with some contact before the stage break. I battled a loose car during Stage 2. And again, near the conclusion of the stage, I was touched by another car as I fought to stay on the lead lap. Even though I missed staying on the lead lap by a nose, I got the lucky dog to start the final stage. Our guys did a great job making repairs to the minor damage. The final stage proved to be a bit more difficult. Unfortunately, we were assessed a penalty for an uncontrolled tire during a pit stop halfway through the stage. Even though we went a couple laps down, we didn’t stop fighting and eventually found ourselves back on the lead lap with less than 25 laps to go. In the end, our finish didn’t represent the team’s effort. We had a better car than 16th and will look to get back on track next week at Indy.” Continue reading RCR Post Race Report – Bojangles’ Southern 500
MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
BOJANGLES SOUTHERN 500
DARLINGTON RACEWAY
TEAM CHEVY POST RACE NOTES AND QUOTES
SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
TOP TEAM CHEVY UNOFFICIAL RACE RESULTS:
POS. DRIVER
3rd KYLE LARSON, NO. 42 DC SOLAR CAMARO ZL1
5TH CHASE ELLIOTT, NO. 9 NAPA THROWBACK CAMARO ZL1
9TH JAMIE MCMURRAY, NO. 1 MCDONALD’S 50 YEARS OF BIG MAC CAMARO ZL1
13TH CHRIS BUESCHER, NO. 37 BUSH’S BEST SINCE 1908 CAMARO ZL1
16TH AUSTIN DILLON, NO. 3 AMERICAN ETHANOL E15 CAMARO ZL1 Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Darlington–Post Races
MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
BOJANGLES SOUTHERN 500
DARLINGTON RACEWAY
TEAM CHEVY RACE NOTES AND QUOTES
SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
JIMMIE JOHNSON, NO. 48 LOWE’S THROWBACK CAMARO ZL1 – Sidelined on Lap 227 with mechanical issue
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED THAT HAS TAKEN YOU OUT?
“It was something about the oil pump, I believe. I’m not sure if it’s through the belt, of something else went on. But, the amount of time it takes to get the engine apart and the oil pump out to put a new one on, it just takes too long. Thankfully, the engine is okay, we think; but it just takes too long to get the oil pump out.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Darlington–Race Notes
JOHN FORCE RACING TEAM HEADS INTO RACE DAY AT
U.S. NATIONALS LOCKED INTO THE NHRA PLAYOFFS
BROWNSBURG, Ind. (Sept. 02, 2018) — All four John Force Racing teams will head into race day at the 64th annual Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals with Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship playoff berths secured. In qualifying for Monday competition, both Brittany and John Force, who were uncertain of their fate until the end of five sessions and three days of qualifying, earned positions in the six race playoffs joining teammates Courtney Force, who locked in the No. 1 starting spot on Friday, and Robert Hight, who will be racing to clinch the No. 2 spot behind Courtney. Continue reading JOHN FORCE RACING TEAM HEADS INTO RACE DAY AT U.S. NATIONALS LOCKED INTO THE NHRA PLAYOFFS
Sato, Honda Victorious in Indy Car Return to Portland
• Takuma Sato leads 1-2-3 Honda sweep in front of large Pacific Northwest crowd
• Scott Dixon recovers from opening lap crash to finish fifth, increase championship lead
• 10th win of 2018 for Honda; with all five Honda teams have now visited Victory Circle
PORTLAND, Oregon (Sept. 2, 2018) – Takuma Sato emerged the winner and headed a 1-2-3 podium sweep for Honda today at Portland International Raceway, in a wild Verizon IndyCar Series return to the Pacific Northwest after a 10-year absence. Continue reading Sato, Honda Victorious in Indy Car Return to Portland
CHEVROLET RACING IN NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION
CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS
LUCAS OIL RACEWAY IN INDIANAPOLIS
QUALIFICATIONS RECAP AND QUOTES
SUNDAY, SEPT. 2, 2018
Chevrolet Drivers Seek to Close Strong in Regular-Season Finale
Winning the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals is the first priority
INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 2, 2018) – Seeding for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Countdown to the Championship will be an important component on race day of the regular-season finale, but foremost on the minds of Chevrolet drivers Sept. 3 will be winning the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals in their respective categories. Continue reading Chevrolet Drivers Seek to Close Strong in Regular-Season Finale
Reigning champ Troy Coughlin Sr. leads the JEGS.com team charge at U.S. Nationals
INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 2) — The loud groan coming out of Lucas Oil Speedway at Indianapolis is the rest of the E3 Spark Plugs Pro Mod Drag Racing Series competitors after they collectively watched the rebirth of reigning and three-time class champion Troy Coughlin Sr., who has roared back into prominence at the sport’s biggest event. Continue reading Reigning champ Troy Coughlin Sr. leads the JEGS.com team charge at U.S. Nationals
CHEVROLET RACING IN THE VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES
GRAND PRIX OF PORTLAND
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
PORTLAND, OR
TEAM CHEVY
POST RACE RECAP
SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
PORTLAND – The Verizon IndyCar Series return to Portland International Raceway started with a five-car accident in turn two of lap one with Team Chevy championship contenders Will Power (pole sitter) and Josef Newgarden ahead of it and in the clear. Continue reading Chevy Racing–INDYCAR–Portland Post Race
MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
BOJANGLES SOUTHERN 500
DARLINGTON RACEWAY
TEAM CHEVY QUOTE SHEET
SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
CAMARO PACE CAR DRIVER QUOTES
RICHARD CHILDRESS, TEAM OWNER, RICHARD CHILDRESS RACING – Driving his own 1969 Camaro
“I’m looking forward to getting back on a racetrack with my 1969 Camaro. I ran a Camaro in the Talladega 500 in 1969 when the track was opened, so it seems fitting for me to be a part of Chevy’s Camaro parade laps. Darlington’s throwback weekend is really special for our fans and a good way to remember our heritage. I’m honored to share the track with this group, I just hope they make sure my Camaro is out front!” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Darlington–Camaro Pace Car Drivers
CHEVROLET RACING IN THE VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES
GRAND PRIX OF PORTLAND
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
PORTLAND, OR
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER
POST FIRESTONE FAST SIX RECAP
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
Power and Newgarden Give Chevy Front Row at Portland
Seventh Time in 2018 Season Pair of Bowtie Powered Drivers Lead Field to Green Flag
PORTLAND – With two races remaining in the season, and the finale carrying double-points, Will Power is focused on winning everything he can at Portland International Raceway and then on to Sonoma Raceway. He made a step in that direction today in Firestone Fast Six Qualifying. Continue reading Power and Newgarden Give Chevy Front Row at Portland
Rossi Leads Honda Qualifiers at Portland
• Alexander Rossi to start third in Sunday’s Grand Prix of Portland
• Championship leader Scott Dixon qualifies 11th
• Honda drivers claim nine of top 12 qualifying positions
PORTLAND, Oregon (Sept. 1, 2018) – For the fourth consecutive race weekend, Alexander Rossi led the Honda field in qualifying today for Sunday’s Grand Prix of Portland. Rossi, currently second in the drivers’ championship standings and 26 points behind leader Scott Dixon, will start third tomorrow in the 26-car Verizon IndyCar Series field. Rossi claimed the pole – and the race win – at Mid-Ohio in July, and led the Honda qualifying effort both the Pocono and Gateway ovals. Continue reading Rossi Leads Honda Qualifiers at Portland
Matt Tifft
“It feels awesome to come out of Darlington Raceway with a top-10 finish and a clinched playoff spot, especially considering last year when I wasn’t able to make a lap during the race due to early contact. My No. 2 Surface Sunscreen Chevrolet Camaro handled better and better throughout this weekend and came into its prime right as I started to figure out how to get around this track. Once I found that, I was able to climb back up from our mid-pack starting spot and into the top 10 by the middle of Stage 2. I have to thank my entire crew, especially my pit crew, today. They were on it today and really helped us gain spots every time we came to pit road. It was awesome to have the Dave Marcis throwback on the Camaro this weekend and so fun to have him out at the track. Hopefully we did him proud!”
-Matt Tifft Continue reading RCR Post Race Report – Sport Clips Haircuts VFW 200
CHEVROLET RACING IN THE VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES
GRAND PRIX OF PORTLAND
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
PORTLAND, OR
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER
POST FIRESTONE FAST SIX QUALIFYING QUOTES
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
WILL POWER CAPTURED HIS 4TH VERIZON P1 AWARD OF THE SEASON AND 54TH OF HIS CAREER. JOSEF NEWGARDEN JOINS TEAMMATE ON FRONT ROW:
DRIVER QUOTES:
WILL POWER, NO. 12 VERIZON TEAM PENSKE CHEVROLET, POLE WINNER: THIS IS YOUR FOURTH POLE THIS SEASON, AND 54TH IN YOUR CAREER. HOW DIFFICULT WAS THAT FOR YOU GUYS? Continue reading Chevy Racing–INDYCAR–Portland–Qualifying Notes
COURTNEY FORCE MOVES ADVANCE AUTO PARTS UP
FIVE SPOTS AT U.S. NATIONALS
BROWNSBURG, Ind. (Sept. 1, 2018) — Courtney Force moved up five spots Saturday at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals to lead John Force Racing at the end of two of three days of qualifying. Robert Hight was quickest of a session, Brittany Force improved on her Friday time and John Force will have two more passes to find consistency at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis.
Points leader Courtney Force and her Advance Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro SS, who have locked in the No. 1 spot in the Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship NHRA’s six race playoffs, muscled their way through the field with a 3.959-second pass at 325.69 mph that jumped them to the No. 6 spot and earned them an additional four bonus points for being quickest of the session. They started the day smoking the tires to a 4.873 at 162.22 throughout a tricky nitro qualifying session that saw only two Funny Cars make a full pass. Continue reading COURTNEY FORCE MOVES ADVANCE AUTO PARTS UP FIVE SPOTS AT U.S. NATIONALS
CHEVROLET RACING IN THE VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES
GRAND PRIX OF PORTLAND
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
TEAM CHEVY RACE NOTES & QUOTES
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
WILL POWER, NO. 12 VERIZON TEAM PENSKE CHEVROLET – POLE WINNER:
THIS IS YOUR FOURTH POLE THIS SEASON, AND 54TH IN YOUR CAREER. HOW DIFFICULT WAS THAT FOR YOU GUYS?
“We actually were pretty good every session. I was just determined on focusing on what I had to focus on. I’m very stoked to get the pole. That was the focus coming in. Pole, win; pole win, and we can win the championship.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–INDYCAR–Portland–Race Notes
CHEVROLET RACING IN NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION
CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS
LUCAS OIL RACEWAY IN INDIANAPOLIS
SECOND-DAY QUALIFICATIONS NOTEBOOK
SATURDAY, SEPT. 1, 2018
Chevrolet Drivers Finding Speed through Three Rounds of ‘Big Go’ Qualifying
Courtney Force is first female Funny Car driver to enter Countdown as No. 1 seed
INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 1, 2018) – Courtney Force checked off her first objective in the 64th Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals and now can focus on hoisting the Wally in the winner’s circle Sept. 3 at Lucas Oil Raceway. Continue reading Chevrolet Drivers Finding Speed through Three Rounds of ‘Big Go’ Qualifying
Menard Set To Start 14th In Southern 500 At Darlington
September 1, 2018
Paul Menard and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Ford will line up 14th for the 69th annual Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway as the sport celebrates its annual Throwback Weekend.
Appropriately, the No. 21 Fusion will carry a paint scheme reminiscent of the No. 21 Mercury Cyclone that Cale Yarborough drove to victory in the 1968 Southern 500, 50 years ago to the day from Sunday’s race. Continue reading Menard Set To Start 14th In Southern 500 At Darlington
MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
BOJANGLES SOUTHERN 500
DARLINGTON RACEWAY
TEAM CHEVY POST QUALIFYING PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018
KYLE LARSON GIVES CAMARO ZL1 FRONT ROW START AT DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA (Sept. 1, 2018) – Kyle Larson was second quick in knockout qualifying at Darlington Raceway today for Sunday’s Bojangles’ Southern 500 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series (MENCS) race, Round 25 on the 2018 tour. Larson posted a lap speed of 173.411mph in his No. 42 DC Solar Camaro ZL1 to earn the outside front row starting position on the 1.366-mile track nicknamed ‘The Lady in Black’. Continue reading KYLE LARSON GIVES CAMARO ZL1 FRONT ROW START AT DARLINGTON