Ganassi to expand to 4 cars, re-signs Mears
UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. See story on Hot News page. 08/11/05 Chip Ganassi Racing has exercised an option to retain driver Casey Mears, and in addition, … Read More
Chevy not returning to the IRL
UPDATE #4 A reader asks, Dear AutoRacing1.com, If it turns out to be true that GM might stay in the IRL but with the Pontiac brand rather than the Chevy … Read More
Stewart eyeing IRL return?
Tony Stewart also must realize that he’s leaving himself too short a window to win Indy if he stays with Gibbs for the duration of the contract. That’s why it … Read More
End of F1-war in sight?
Much of F1's political war could be called off as early as August 31. It's then, a Wednesday, when formula one teams and the carmakers' group – 'GPMA' – are … Read More
Heidfeld in demand
UPDATE Speculation is rife that Nick Heidfeld, a revelation of 2005, will soon set a course for Brackley to sign a provisional 2006 contract for BAR. Williams' current star, easily … Read More
F1 to get Indian team?
Narain Karthikeyan did not deny a rumor that his F1 sponsor, Tata, is considering setting up an Indian formula one team. The $14 billion Tata Group, one of the biggest … Read More
Herta had development engine
UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today. The people at Honda Performance Development provided Bryan Herta with what they call the latest iteration of the current engine specification for … Read More
BAR paying Barrichello good money
Reports suggest that BAR is paying Rubens Barrichello $7.5 million per year to drive for them the next two years. He may be worth far more than that just in … Read More
Champ Car eyes Sebring
UPDATE This rumor is downgraded to 'false.' A proposal to bring a Champ Car Series race to Sebring International Raceway during the 12 Hours of Sebring weekend has been turned … Read More
When in doubt, follow the money…..
When in doubt, follow the money……According to sources close to Kurt Busch, one reason for his decision to leave Roush and go to Penske could be related to the souvenir-sales … Read More
Alonso eyes Ferrari future
Renault's title leader Fernando Alonso says he will consider moving to Ferrari after his current contract runs out at the end of next year. The Spaniard, 24, admitted to wanting … Read More
Bernie eyes own ’breakaway’
Bernie Ecclestone, it seems, may be organizing his own 'breakaway' series. The F1 supremo, it has been revealed, has filed a trademark application for the 'GP1' logo, UK publication 'This … Read More
Foyt team to switch to Chevy
UPDATE #3 This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' see Hot News item announcing Foyt's switch to Chevy from Toyota. 08/07/05 This rumor is increased to 'strong' based on this report … Read More
Overheard in Edmonton – I (New team owner)
UPDATE #4 AutoRacing1.com has learned that Ford has delivered on their promise and all the Champ Car drivers have received a 2005 Mustang GT, so that part of this rumor … Read More
Bernie on the ropes
Bernie Ecclestone, the man who has run F1 with an iron fist in recent years, seems to have converted to democracy in recent days, saying that "I want the teams … Read More
Penske approaches Roush about Kenseth, Ganassi has offer
Meanwhile, car owner Chip Ganassi raised a few eyebrows when he tossed out a rumor he said he’d heard about Penske making an offer to Roush for $12 million to … Read More
NASCAR track gets some support in NY City
International Speedway Corp. got an unexpected lift last week for its proposed 85,000-seat NASCAR speedway in Staten Island, one of New York City’s five boroughs. State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer … Read More
Indy to sign new F1 deal?
Far from waving goodbye to the US grand prix, F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone reckons he is shaping up to sign a new contract for five more races at the irked … Read More
I smell a rat
A reader writes, Dear AutoRacing1.com, I read with great interest this Robin Miller article on ChampCar.ws that talks about Paul Tracy's rumored move to NASCAR. I have watched the IRL … Read More
Karthikeyan could lose his ride at Jordan
Jordan driver Narain Karthikeyan on Monday indicated that he might drive for other teams in the coming year. “I have impressed a lot of people. What happens I will have … Read More
Leffler Released
UPDATE #2 Joe Gibbs Racing has released driver Jason Leffler from his driving duties in the no. 11 FedEx Chevrolet in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series. Former Nextel Cup Champion … Read More
NASCAR looking to expand globally
UPDATE #2 This related article talks about NASCAR's acceptance into mainstream America and its readiness to make a big impact globally. If open wheel racing does not get its act … Read More
New Chevy needs some design changes
UPDATE #2 GM Racing needs to get its house in order. NASCAR didn't appreciate Joe Gibbs Racing bringing a 2006 Monte Carlo to Atlanta last week that was unprepared to … Read More
Who will replace Wallace and Martin?
UPDATE #2 Rumors persist that Roush Racing's Matt Kenseth is the top choice to replace Rusty Wallace, who's retiring, in the #2 Penske Racing car. Sources say Kenseth is sponsor … Read More
Leffler’s job is on the line
Cary Agajanian, Jason Leffler's attorney, would not confirm reports that car owner Joe Gibbs has offered to buy out the remaining 18 months of Leffler's contract for $5 million, but … Read More