Rosberg: New tyres to alter racing
Nico Rosberg is expecting the new Pirelli tyres to play a major role in the type of racing in the 2012 Formula 1 season after his second day of running in the Jerez test.
Rosberg: New tyres to change racing
Nico Rosberg is expecting the new Pirelli tyres to play a major role in the type of racing in the 2012 Formula 1 season.
Iowa House panel OKs bill to end greyhound racing
An Iowa House subcommittee approved a bill today that would allow casinos in Dubuque and Council Bluffs to end dog racing - a sport that initially boomed in Iowa after it was established in the mid-1980s, but has waned over the past two decades.
Newton: Expectations sky high at Phoenix Racing
The atmosphere at Phoenix Racing -- "the little race team that could" -- is electric. Having a former Cup champion in your garage can have that kind of impact.
Bill permitting end of dog racing OK'd
A House subcommittee approved a bill Wednesday that would allow casinos in Dubuque and Council Bluffs to end dog racing - a sport that boomed in the mid-1980s, but has waned over the past two decades.
Coalition: budget a 'devastating blow' for racing industry
The horse racing industry is accusing Gov. Tom Corbett of betraying a campaign promise by announcing a proposed budget that they say threatens to “gut” racetracks throughout the state.
From the Notebook: NASCAR has impact on Rolex 24
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- The fact that this weekend's Rolex 24 at Daytona marks the 50th anniversary of one of the world's most renowned sports car races is a coincidence to 16 drivers with strong NASCAR ties -- including four full-time Sprint Cup Series drivers -- competing.
Local racing notebook: ELS founder Nantz dead at 73
Ralph Nantz, founder and former owner of East Lincoln Speedway, passed away on Feb. 1 at the age of 73 after a long illness. Nantz, who lived most of his life in Lincoln County, was known for his love of auto racing and his support of the local racing community.Nantz built the track, which is...
F1: Rosberg: New tyres to alter racing
Nico Rosberg is expecting the new Pirelli tyres to play a major role in the type of racing in the 2012 Formula 1 season after his second day of running in the Jerez test.