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The Strategic Elements Of NASCAR By Mike Schirripa

Watching a NASCAR race can be one of the most entertaining and exciting ways to spend a Sunday afternoon (or in some cases a Saturday night). Every race on the Nextel Cup schedule has its share of drama and strategy that provide the fans with an enjoyable, dramatic experience.

What makes NASCAR worth watching? How about the strategy and planning that each race team employs in their attempts at victory.

When a caution flag is waved during a race, the crew chief must decide whether or not to bring his driver in for a pit stop. If you decide to come into the pits and other teams follow, well great. If you decide to pit and others stay out on the track, then you can fall behind very quickly. You better hope that the fresh tires on your car allow you to catch up with the guys that didn’t come in for fresh tires of their own.

A crew chief must evaluate how race tires have been performing throughout each race. As a race nears completion, a race team may decide to put only two fresh tires on their car. They may even elect to add fuel only and not change tires at all. This strategy saves valuable time, and gets a driver back out on the track quickly. The gain in track position can send a driver to victory, or send a driver to the back of the pack, surpassed by cars with fresh tires.

During pit stops as a race nears completion, crew chiefs must constantly decide whether or not to change two or four tires, or add fuel only, and whether or not to pit at all. One of the most dramatic events within a NASCAR race occurs when a crew chief decides to gamble and not bring his car in to the pits near the end of the race-thinking the car has enough gas to finish. This strategy often results in victories and probably equally as often results in cars running out of gas-unable to finish.

Additional important strategic elements in NASCAR racing are the adjustments made to the car throughout the race. Depending on how a car is handling, a crew chief may decide to add or reduce air pressure in the car's tires, based on the feedback the driver is giving him. Make the right adjustments and your car improves and you’re a contender for a victory. Make the wrong adjustments, and you have a miserable day. It has to be very frustrating to drive four or five hundred miles knowing you have no chance to win.

To pit or not to pit? Gas or no gas? Two tires or four tires, or how about no tires? These are just a few examples of the many decisions each race team has to deal with. The strategy involved makes watching a NASCAR race a fun and entertaining way to spend an afternoon.

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The Stewart-Haas Team is Doing Shockingly Well By Lemmy Gibson

It sounded like a recipe for disaster. Tony Stewart was the iconic driver for Joe Gibbs Racing. Driving the number 20 Home Depot car, he had won two championships for the team. He was both a brilliant driver and a combustible sort. He was as likely to win a race as take a swing at someone. Put another way, he was old school NASCAR.

Then came the shocking announcement. Tony Stewart was leaving Joe Gibbs Racing. He was leaving the big contract. He was leaving the massive resources. He was leaving the great crew chief. He was leaving the wins and rewards. Many thought he was leaving his sanity! Why? It was all about where he was going.

Tony Stewart was leaving Joe Gibbs Racing to become a part owner in his own team. The team would be known as Stewart Haas. The then constructed Haas team was downright horrible and many thought Stewart had lost his mind. After all, we'd seen this tried before with Ricky Rudd. Michael Waltrip and many others. It rarely worked out for the best. Given the temper of Tony Stewart, it all sounded like a nightmarish 2009 season.

Tony Stewart outsmarted us all. The first thing he did right was to bat his eyes at Rick Hendrick. The Hendrick Team is the dominant team in NASCAR. It also drives Chevrolets, the car Stewart preferred over Toyota which Joe Gibbs Racing had switched to. Stewart signed an affiliation agreement with the Hendrick Team and then signed away some key players as well. This made the transition to the Hendrick equipment fairly seamless. Throw in the signing of Ryan Newman and the team had the makings of being something solid.

Solid? Try tremendous. Tony Stewart sits in third in the points after the Southern 500. Ryan Newman is in the tenth position. Yes, both teams are in the chase as I write this and the both look strong. Stewart has yet to win, but it is only a matter of time. Overall, it has been a fairy tale beginning for the team. Can it last? With close ties to the Hendrick Team, it looks like it may very well.

Tony Stewart is a controversial figure. Some love him. Some hate him. What is undeniable is he is a fiery personality. In the world of PC corporate drivers in NASCAR, that is something desperately needed. Thank goodness Tony hasn't faded away to the back of the pack.

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Diecast Cars & Trucks - Collecting 101 By Anthony Gilio

When you get started collecting diecast model cars trucks, the first thing is to decide on the scale that you're going to collect. Diecast are classified in terms of scale, 1:18, :1:24, and 1:25 to mention a few that you might see or hear people talking about. Scale refers to a fraction of what the real item is reduced in order to produce an accurate model. Keep that in mind when deciding where you are going to display your collection. 1:18 will require more shelf space than 1:24.

Collectors tend to collect the diecast model of cars or trucks that they love and have owned This is a good place to start a collection. There are some collectors that will only buy models from particular manufacturers or brands. Manufacturers like CORGI, MAISTO and Motormax are but a few of the names you will most certainly hear about. There are even custom manufacturers that will only release a limited number of models or custom create a one of a kind for you.

Caring for your collection is as easy as cleaning your furniture. One item that could damage your collection is long term ex-poser to the sun. This could cause the finish to dull, especially on a metallic finish. You can wax your models using car wax found at most automotive stores. Using a Q-tip will allow you to get into the small areas. Once waxed light dusting will keep your collection in tip top condition.

If you are purchasing a diecast car or truck for a child please consider 1:16 scale. It is considerably larger and generally made for the wear and tear inflicted by kids. The metal Tonka trucks we fondly remember playing with in the sandbox are great examples of 1:16 scale. Although the metal versions have been replaced by plastic you may be able to find some originals at flee markets and garage sales.

Diecast cars and trucks are generally made with attention to detail which replicates the real world version. Such detail might include opening doors, steerable wheels, a detailed engine compartment and not too mention explicit attention to detail on the interior of the model. Collecting diecast cars and trucks is a fun and fascinating hobby. Whether you are interested in casual collecting or if you're a die-hard collector, there is something in this hobby for everyone.

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A Collectibles Primer - Diecast Toy Trucks By Chris Robertson Chris Robertson Level: Platinum Chris Robertson is a published author of Majon International. Majon International is one of the world's MOST popular internet marketing and internet advertising companies on ... ...

Collecting diecast toy trucks is among the most popular hobbies for kids of all ages. For those who are considering starting a diecast toy truck collection, or for those who are searching for a gift for a toy truck enthusiast, here are some points to consider.

Types of Diecast Vehicles

If you've accumulated a few diecast toy trucks and are considering expanding your collection, you should consider whether your interests are confined exclusive to toy trucks or if you also want to collect, for example, diecast cars. Some people like to specialize, while others have a broader interest in diecast vehicles. It's best to decide ahead of time what your collection will encompass before you wind up with 3000 toys, only 100 of which really thrill you. You definitely don't want to create a toy truck city and then decide only motor city classics will do.

Brands of Toy Trucks

Again, it's time to ask yourself a question: Do you want to limit your collection to a single brand of collectible diecast toy trucks, or do you enjoy collecting all brands of toy trucks? If you're giving a diecast toy truck as a gift, it's important to learn whether or not the collector in your life has a brand preference. Perhaps he or she collects only Sunstar toy trucks, First Gear toy trucks, Caterpillar (also known as "CAT") toy trucks, New Ray toy trucks, or Tonkin toy trucks. If so, make sure you purchase a diecast toy truck that will fit his or her collection.

Scales of Toy Trucks

Similar to model trains, diecast toy trucks and cars come in a variety of scales. Typically, the scales are as follows: 1:18, 1:24, 1:43, and 1:64. Some people prefer to collect only one scale of diecast toy trucks, while other's hobbies incorporate collecting a variety of scales.

Cataloguing a Collection

One of the challenges that many collectors face - particularly after they've been collecting diecast toy trucks for several years - is that they don't remember exactly what they have. Collectors have come up with a variety of methods for cataloging their collections. The earlier you start cataloging, the better off you'll be. If you're looking for a gift for your favorite collector, supplying him or her with the tools necessary to catalog his or her collection is a great idea.

One idea for cataloging is to buy a "milk crate" type of box and color-coded folders at an office supply store. You can create a folder for each item in your collection, and include receipts, photos, the owner's registration, and so forth in the folder. If you have a variety of types of diecast toy trucks, you can use color-coded folders to separate them by type. Another method of cataloging is to buy one or more binders and sheet protectors, and create one sheet for each item in your collection, and keep them together in a binder.

Collecting diecast toy trucks is fun and rewarding. Adding to your collection, receiving toy trucks as gifts, and trading or selling items from your collection can provide you with hours of enjoyment.

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Toyota NASCAR Truck Race Reviewed By Kye Leery

Six Tundras drivers finished in the top-10 at Memphis: Jack Sprague (second), Mike Skinner (fourth), Aaron Fike (fifth), Ryan Mathews (No. 36 Lilly Company/Toyota Industrial Equipment Tundra, sixth), Johnny Benson (No. 23 360 OTC Tundra, seventh) and Todd Bodine (No. 30 Lumber Liquidators Tundra, eighth). Other drivers in the field were Brad Keselowski (16th), Terry Cook (No. 59 Harris Trucking Tundra, 29th) and Ken Butler (No. 00 Aaron’s Lucky Dog Tundra, 33rd).

Keselowski started, for the first of his NCTS career, on the pole in the No. 9 Team ASE Tundra for Germain Racing and led three times for 23 laps. Skinner led 16 laps, and has now led at least one lap in the season’s first 12 races. As a result, he tied the NCTS record for consecutive races led to start a season (Jason Leffler, 2002).

No. 60 Con-way Freight Tundra driver Jack Sprague said that it was a difficult race. He explains that they were horrible but they did a great job with we made some great adjustments. According to him, his truck was a little loose but cooperated by rotating pretty well in the center. He added that they have to give up something at this race track because it is not going to be perfect on both ends.

No. 5 Toyota Tundra diver Mike Skinner said that the truck was very consistent though each set of tires they put on it was a bit different. He considers the recent race as the best run they have ever had in Memphis.

No. 1 RFMS Tundra diver Aaron Fike said that they were looses the whole race but it was their first top-five of the season. He added that they probably should have had a couple top-fives already this year, but they caught a couple bad breaks. He further said that they been in the top-10 in points all year so it is nice to get a good finish and keep the truck up there in points.

No. 9 Team ASE Tundra driver Brad Kaselowski commented that they had a strong truck all night, but it just did not end how they wanted it to. He said that he used everything he had to get to Travis and pass him. Kaselowski caught a little break in traffic to get by Travis. The two got into more traffic and could not get around a couple lapped trucks, and used the rear tires a little too hard and used them up. Though disappointed, Kaselowski was certain that it was the best run he has ever had.

NASCAR: The Rise Of A Racing Empire

NASCAR: The Rise Of A Racing Empire By Bob Johnson

In 1947, the sport of stock car racing was becoming extremely popular and beginning to draw large crowds of spectators. More drivers began taking an interest due to the increasing fan popularity. Cohesiveness, however, did not exist as rules differed from one racetrack to the next. Several tracks were built to produce one big show at a county fair, or similar event, in order to capitalize on the crowds of fans that were beginning to form. Other tracks, however, were built more toward handling the cars and not the crowds. Some tracks could accommodate both the fans and the cars, but did little to adhere to the rules governing the neighboring tracks.

In late 1947, on a December day in Florida, Bill France Sr. organized a meeting at the Streamline Hotel in Daytona Beach. His focus for the meeting was to discuss the matters facing the future of stock car racing. From this meeting emerged, what is now known as, NASCAR (The National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing). When the meeting adjourned, few people had faith in the new organization or it’s future. France, however, knew otherwise. In fact, he believed that a sanctioning body was exactly what the sport needed, but even he could not have imagined what he created on that December day.
The sport of NASCAR began to take shape rather quickly. After two months, the inaugural NASCAR-sanctioned race was held on Daytona’s Beach Course. Red Byron, a stock car legend, drove his Ford Modified to win the event on February 15, 1948. It wasn’t until the following year that what we now know as NASCAR Nextel Cup Series began. The first ever NASCAR Grand National (now known as Nextel Cup) event was held at the Charlotte, North Carolina fairgrounds. A huge crowd gathered to see Jim Roper of Kansas win this historic race.
The new series was an instant success and plans were ongoing to bring in larger crowds, more drivers and faster races. In 1950, Darlington Raceway, the country’s first asphalt superspeedway, opened it’s doors for the new division. The first decade for NASCAR was one of tremendous growth and popularity. Drivers became heroes and skeptics became race fans. Names like Lee Petty, Fireball Roberts and Buck Baker were to racing as Willie Mays, Mickey Mantle and ‘The Duke’ were to baseball.
With the growing success of this new sport, Bill France Sr. began construction of a 2.5 mile, high-banked superspeedway located four miles from the beach in Daytona. France fought to keep racing affiliated with Daytona as others looked to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah to avoid the outgoing tides at Daytona Beach. Despite the desire of the city of Daytona hold onto it‘s beach racing attraction, NASCAR quickly outgrew the beach. In 1949, NASCAR moved it’s events to the Daytona International Speedway. The first Daytona 500 continued for 3 days due to a dispute over the actual winner, which was later proven to be Lee Petty, after careful study of a photograph of the finish.
In 1960, superspeedways opened just outside of Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1961, ABC televised a race from Daytona. In 1969, Alabama International Motor Speedway (now known as Talladega Superspeedway) was opened by Bill France Sr. In later years, Bill Sr. passed the torch of leadership to his son, Bill Jr. and corporate sponsorships began to arise as NASCAR went on to become the leader in worldwide motorsports attendance. In 1979, the Daytona 500 was telecast in it’s entirety. By 1989, every race on the NASCAR schedule was broadcast.
Since the beginning of NASCAR, new additions have been added to include the NASCAR Craftsman Truck and Busch Grand National series. New drivers emerge every year to take their shot at stardom. For many, it’s a lifelong dream to drive NASCAR and compete for the glorious title of ‘Champion.’ At the end of the season, points are tallied to see who has ran the most consistently throughout the year and that person becomes that year’s NASCAR champion for their respected series.
With the extreme growth of NASCAR through the years, fans have demanded more opportunities to enjoy their favorite sport. The organization heard their voices and decided to build NASCAR Thunder, a chain of officially-licensed apparel and souvenir stores, and the NASCAR Café, which incorporates racing with dining for a full racing experience for all NASCAR fans. After 58 years, the sport continues to grow with fans who travel across the country to see their favorite driver chase the checkered flag and, ultimately, a NASCAR championship.

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