Racing History

Racer Of The Day: Danny Lasoski
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Racer Of The Day: Danny Lasoski

Racer Of The Day: Danny Lasoski

Danny Lasoski is one of the rare race car drivers who earned success and popularity on the local, regional and national level.
Rediscovering A Piece Of Flemington Speedway History
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Rediscovering A Piece Of Flemington Speedway History

Rediscovering A Piece Of Flemington Speedway History

It’s amazing the things one can find if one looks hard enough. That is particularly the case for Dennis Tretter.
Bobby Davis Jr.’s Tale Of Two Lives
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Bobby Davis Jr.’s Tale Of Two Lives

Bobby Davis Jr.’s Tale Of Two Lives

Throughout the 1980s, Bobby Davis Jr. was transformed from a teenaged sprint car phenom to one of the most accomplished drivers in the nation.
Racer Of The Day: Terry Labonte
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Racer Of The Day: Terry Labonte

Racer Of The Day: Terry Labonte

One of stock-car racing’s most popular drivers, Terry Labonte began competing in the NASCAR Winston Cup Series in 1978.
One Hit Wonder: Johnny Rutherford
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One Hit Wonder: Johnny Rutherford

One Hit Wonder: Johnny Rutherford

Best known as a three-time Indianapolis 500 winner at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, most forget that Johnny Rutherford is also a NASCAR Cup Series race winner.
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Wally Meskowski’s Successful USAC Run
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Wally Meskowski’s Successful USAC Run

Wally Meskowski’s Successful USAC Run

Depending on one’s perspective, car builder, owner and mechanic Wally Meskowski was either a cantankerous individual — much like a bear fresh out of hibernation — or a dedicated and focused professional unwilling to settle for second best with his creations. 
Mosley Did A Lot With A Little
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Mosley Did A Lot With A Little

Mosley Did A Lot With A Little

Though not as highly acclaimed as some he competed against, Mike Mosley was one of American racing’s most naturally talented drivers.
Racer Of The Day: J.J. Yeley
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Racer Of The Day: J.J. Yeley

Racer Of The Day: J.J. Yeley

J.J. Yeley is best-known today as a journeyman NASCAR driver, competing sporadically in all three of NASCAR’s national touring series.
Racer Of The Day: Dario Franchitti
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Racer Of The Day: Dario Franchitti

Racer Of The Day: Dario Franchitti

When Scottish driver Dario Franchitti made his Champ Car World Series debut in 1997 after racing in the German Touring Car Championship, few would have imagined he’d become a legendary open-wheel racer.
A.J. Watson’s Path To Glory
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A.J. Watson’s Path To Glory

A.J. Watson’s Path To Glory

Long before his passing on May 12, 2014, A.J. Watson’s Indianapolis roadsters had risen to iconic status in American racing history.