Evernham to consult for Hendrick company

2011-01-04T16:00:19Z

Former crew chief Evernham to consult for Hendrick company

Former NASCAR crew chief Ray Evernham has signed on as a consultant for one of Rick Hendrick's companies.

Evernham won three championships in the 1990s as crew chief for Rick Hendrick celebrates spot as NASCAR's most successful owner after another Sprint Cup title

Even as Jimmie Johnson chased his record fifth consecutive championship, a feat that would have cemented Hendrick should consider moving Gustafson to slumping Earnhardt's team

With a nondescript 19th-place finish at Michigan International Speedway, Dale Earnhardt Jr. all but ensured he'll miss the Chase for the Sprint Cup champio...

Martin has "no road map" on future

2010-07-23T14:30:20Z

Defiant Mark Martin calls speculation about his future "disrespectful"

Mark Martin tried being polite. Really, really tried.

For weeks the NASCAR veteran has respectfully addressed speculation about his future, saying he has no plans to leave his job driving the No. 5 for Hendrick Motorsports

Nascar's Most Valuable Team Owner

2010-11-02T12:23:57Z

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20 years later, 'Days of Thunder' still resonates

2010-06-25T21:15:16Z

The racing wasn't realistic, but characters in 'Days of Thunder' captured NASCAR's stars

"Rubbin', son, is racin'," or so said Harry Hogge to a worldwide audience in the summer of 1990, when NASCAR was a niche, regional sport that had yet to pique much mainstream interest.

Tom Cruise was into it, though, and th...

Hendrick has no news on Kahne's future

2010-06-18T14:15:23Z

Hendrick still hasn't figured out where Kahne will drive in 2011

Rick Hendrick dismissed a report that Kasey Kahne will drive for Phoenix Racing next season, the gap year before he moves into Hendrick Motorsports' No. 5 car....

Hendrick signs Knaus, Gustafson to extensions

2010-06-12T02:25:57Z

Hendrick crew chiefs Knaus, Gustafson sign multiyear extensions

Hendrick Motorsports locked crew chiefs Chad Knaus and Alan Gustafson into long-term contract extensions Friday that keep two of the sport's top innovators at NASCAR's top orga...

Johnson smooths out hard feelings with Gordon

2010-06-12T02:25:57Z

Johnson, Gordon talk with owner Rick Hendrick about not letting rivalry 'carry on' too far

Jimmie Johnson walked onto a stage where some of his biggest fans got to ask questions of the four-time defending NASCAR champion.

One of the easiest suddenly seemed like the thorniest after the last two weeks...

Hendrick signs Kahne to drive in 2012

2010-06-12T02:25:45Z

Hendrick signs Kahne for 2012, driver still figuring out next season's plans

Hendrick Motorsports isn't scheduled to have an open seat in its lineup until 2012.

That didn't stop owner Rick Hendrick from signing Kasey Kahne, a prized free agent in this year's class who is willin...

AP source: Kahne to drive for Hendrick in 2012

2010-06-12T02:25:46Z

Person familiar with deal: Kahne to drive for Hendrick in 2012

Kasey Kahne has completed a deal to drive for Hendrick Motorsports in 2012 but still needs to iron out his plans for next season, The Associated Press has learned.

A person familiar with Kahne's plans ...

The Highest-Paid Drivers

2010-10-25T12:30:46Z

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Martin, Earnhardt Jr. up front for Daytona 500

2010-06-12T02:21:53Z

Hendrick teammates Mark Martin, Dale Earnhardt Jr. secure front-row spots for Daytona 500

Rick Hendrick, Mark Martin and Dale Earnhardt Jr. spent the last month talking about how those in-house, offseason moves would make a difference...

Hendrick gets emotional during NASCAR ceremony

2010-06-12T02:22:01Z

Record-making year ends with Johnson, Hendrick celebration

Rick Hendrick capped a record-making season Friday night with NASCAR's highest award, and the car owner had to stop to compose himself during the annual awards ceremony that honored driver Jimmie Johnson's fourth consecutive title.

Johnson's...

Knaus not close to contract extension

2010-06-12T02:22:04Z

Knaus denies he's agreed to stay at Hendrick through 2015

Chad Knaus believes he and Jimmie Johnson can continue to add to their championship total for years to come.

But the crew chief first needs a new contract.

Knaus on Wednesday denied an ESPN report that he's agreed to lead Johnson throug...

Hendrick turns attention to Earnhardt

2010-06-12T01:53:36Z

Hendrick to focus on turning around Earnhardt's slumping team

Getting Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s team back on track is Rick Hendrick's top priority now that Jimmie Johnson has his record fourth consecutive NASCAR championship.

"We're all ...

Johnson wins 4th straight NASCAR championship

2010-06-12T02:22:05Z

Jimmie Johnson sets NASCAR record with fourth consecutive championship

The nickname "Four-Time" was claimed long ago by Jeff Gordon, leaving Jimmie Johnson in search of a fresh moniker to cap his record-setting fourth consecutive NASCAR championship.

His Jimmy Johnson, sponsor Lowe's sign contract extensions with Hendrick Motorsports

Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship...

For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make history

2010-06-12T02:22:11Z

A 9th NASCAR title awaits Rick Hendrick, who might make more history with a 1-2-3 finish

There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night.

A record-tying ninth NASCAR title, either from Jimmie Johnson or ...

Keselowski meets with NASCAR before race

2010-04-16T09:08:18Z

NASCAR calls Keselowski in for pre-race meeting to discuss Hamlin feud

Brad Keselowski met with top NASCAR officials for about 20 minutes before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, where the young driver had yet another on-track run-in with Hendrick says Patrick not certain she's ready to try NASCAR

Rick Hendrick said Sunday he has no deal to bring IndyCar superstar Danica Patrick to NASCAR, and there's no certainty she'll even be driving stock cars next season.

"I just think ...

INSIDE DISH

2010-10-22T11:31:24Z

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Keselowski to move to Penske Racing in 2010

2010-06-12T02:22:42Z

Brad Keselowski will drive Penske's No. 12 Dodge for full Sprint Cup schedule in 2010

Brad Keselowski's long courtship with Penske Racing ended Tuesday when he finally took an offer to move to the Sprint Cup Series.

Keselowski, who had been hoping to move into a...

Hendrick says Keselowski won't go far in 2010

2010-06-12T02:22:45Z

Hendrick plans to bring Keselowski back when a Cup ride becomes available

NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick does not plan to let Brad Keselowski stray far from his organization.

Keselowski is believed to be headed to Penske Racing next season...

Keselowski won't discuss Penske rumors

2010-06-12T02:22:51Z

Keselowski fast on track, quiet off of it as he declines to discuss Penske rumors

Brad Keselowski isn't talking on whether he'll drive for Penske Racing in 2010.

Keselowski won the pole Friday for the Nationwide Series race at

Vickers still searching for 1st win

2010-06-12T02:23:08Z

NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Vickers can't turn pole into trip to Victory Lane at Chicagoland

Brian Vickers took the pole, he just couldn't take the checkered flag. Again.

Vickers finished seventh Saturday night at Chicagoland Speedway, coming up empty aga...

Eury Jr. out as crew chief for slumping Earnhardt

2010-06-12T02:23:23Z

Team owner Hendrick splits Earnhardt and crew chief Tony Eury Jr. because of prolonged slump

Dale Earnhardt Jr. stayed loyal to his cousin and crew chief through last year's frustrating finish and this year's slumping start.

Amid wrong setups, misguided race strategies and pit-road problems, nothing seemed to tear the longtime duo apa...

Hendrick mum on future of Earnhardt's crew chief

2010-04-16T12:06:52Z

Car owner Rick Hendrick declines to back Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s crew chief

After months of firmly backing Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s crew chief, car owner Rick Hendrick was noncommittal about Tony Eury Jr.'s future Tuesday.

Although Hendrick said no personnel changes have been made on ...

Earnhardt sad No. 8 isn't racing right now

2010-06-12T02:24:40Z

Earnhardt laments fate of No. 8, but doesn't blame stepmother for keeping the number

Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn't blame his stepmother for keeping his beloved No. 8, even though the number won't be used in Saturday night's race at Phoenix International Raceway.

Earnhardt used the No. 8 for nine seasons at...

2-time Cup champ Stewart takes on new role _ owner

2010-04-16T17:13:27Z

2-time Cup Champion Tony Stewart biting off big challenge with new role as owner/driver

Driving race cars has been the focus of Tony Stewart's entire NASCAR career.

It's not that simple anymore.

The two-time Sprint Cup champion showed up at Lured back into full-time racing, Martin will make another run at elusive championship

Mark Martin works out almost daily and scrutinizes everything he eats — dedication that has the 50-year-old driver in top physical condition.

He knows that intense focus on personal health won't forever stave off the affects of aging. Eventually, his eyesight my fade or his coordination will drop just a tick.<...

Johnson and Knaus' run fueled by milk and cookies

2010-04-16T14:23:40Z

Johnson and Knaus' historic run fueled by milk and cookies Hendrick served at '05 meeting

Rick Hendrick set history in motion over milk and cookies served on a plate donned with Mickey Mouse ears.

In a snack setting designed for children, the car owner called Jimmie Johnson and

Johnson's easy win all but wraps up Cup title

2010-04-16T14:32:42Z

AVONDALE, Ariz.- Jimmie Johnson made a mockery of the Chase for the Sprint Cup with a dominant victory in the Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 yesterday at FORT WORTH, Texas - Warhorse Mark Martin has been racing in NASCAR since, let's see, 1981?

And he's still going strong.

He was going to call it quits a couple years ago, and just dabble in some Truck racing. But then he thought better of it, got a new deal, moved to Chevrolet, after...

Checkered future for NASCAR as economy downshifts

2010-06-12T02:23:40Z

A different kind of crash for NASCAR: Bad economy is drying up sponsors for car owners

The phone rang off the hook at Hendrick Motorsports in June 2007 as prospective sponsors lined up to spend their money on Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR's most popular driver who had just signed a five...

Up In the Air: Uncertain fate of DEI is unsettling for many

2010-06-12T02:23:43Z

MOORESVILLE - The pressure is on at Dale Earnhardt Inc., and rumors are swirling about what might happen next to the company founded 12 years ago by the late Dale Earnhardt and to the 400 men and women who work there.

The answer?

It's clear and simple -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Teresa Ea...

PLM-Fueled Success Attracted Junior to Hendrick

2010-11-03T08:29:00Z

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Johnson claims 2nd straight NASCAR title

2010-09-10T12:16:40Z

Jimmie Johnson Wins 2nd Straight NASCAR Championship With Cool Drive at Homestead

Totally calm and cool, Jimmie Johnson left the pre-race drivers' meeting Sunday afternoon flashing the peace sign at people wishing him luck. Two fingers. Two straight championships.

Johnson became the first driver to win consecutive championships since

One last ride at DEI for Junior

2010-09-10T11:51:29Z

Before Joining Hendrick Motorsports, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Prepares for Final Ride at DEI

Dale Earnhardt Jr. began the day with an early morning photo shoot with his new Hendrick teammates, then quickly turned his focus to his old team. NASCAR's most popular driver climbed into his red ...

Earnhardt gains chance to change image

2010-09-09T22:07:13Z

New Number, New Sponsor Gives Earnhardt Chance to Build New Image

With a swig from his 16-ounce Amp Energy drink, the rebranding of Dale Earnhardt Jr. began.

Earnhardt officially ditched longtime sponsor Budweiser on Wednesday, announcing deals with Crew Chief Tony Eury Jr. to Follow Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Hendrick Motorsports

Tony Eury Jr. will be Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s crew chief at Hendrick Motorsports. "Tony Jr. and Dale have a successful history working together," team owner Budweiser Won't Be Sponsor of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Car Once He Joins Hendrick Next Season

When Dale Earnhardt Jr. leaves his late father's team to drive for Hendrick Motorsports next season, longtime corporate sponsor Budweiser won't be going with him.

The Hendrick team a...

NASCAR stars Gordon, Johnson penalized

2010-09-09T04:56:14Z

NASCAR Stars Gordon, Johnson Docked Points for Violations; Crew Chiefs Suspended 6 Races

NASCAR showed again it won't tolerate any modifications to its Car of Tomorrow by levying stiff penalties against Hendrick Motorsports drivers Jeff Gordon

Gordon, Johnson move on after penalties

2010-09-09T04:53:34Z

Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson Aim to Keep Momentum Despite NASCAR Penalties

The last time crew chief Chad Knaus was suspended by NASCAR, driver Jimmie Johnson and the No. 48 Hendrick Motors...

Hendrick team won't appeal penalties

2010-09-09T04:50:06Z

Hendrick Team Won't Appeal NASCAR Penalties Handed to Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson

Rick Hendrick won't appeal the penalties NASCAR handed Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson, and their crew chiefs will immediately begin their six-race suspensions.

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Column: How to stop cheating in NASCAR

2010-09-09T04:25:08Z

Column: Want to Stop Cheating in NASCAR? Send the Driver Home

When six crew members were thrown out of the Daytona 500 for cheating it was suggested that NASCAR start suspending drivers as part of the penalty process. Jimmie Johnson was aghast at the idea.

The defending Earnhardt Jr. Signs Sony Endorsement Deal, Remains Mum on Future Relationship With Budweiser

From the time his sister lent him money to buy his first computer, Dale Earnardt Jr. has been wowed by technology. Now, NASCAR's most popular driver has an endorsement deal with Bounced Out at Hendrick Motorsports, Kyle Busch Still Has Bright Future in NASCAR

For a kid who just lost his job, Kyle Busch is certainly on top of the NASCAR world. Busch became NASCAR's newest free agent when he was pushed out of Hendrick Motorsports so the team could make room for Rivals Not Running Scared Over Hendrick Dream Team Led by Earnhardt, Gordon and Johnson

Rick Hendrick has two series champions in his stable, lucrative sponsorship, seemingly endless resources and an unwavering commitment to his organization.

It's given him the most dominant team in NASCAR, which enters Sunday's race at Exhausted Dale Earnhardt Jr. Settling in After Big Signing With Hendrick Motorsports

Dale Earnhardt Jr. walked briskly through the garage Friday, heading directly toward a throng of fans waiting along the fence outside Michigan Internatio...

Hendrick, Earnhardt embrace partnership

2010-09-09T02:22:38Z

Hendrick Motorsports Signs Dale Earnhardt Jr. to 5-Yr. Deal; Both Sides Happy With Partnership

Hendrick Motorsports has been practically unbeatable this season, with its star-studded lineup racking up 10 wins through the first 14 races. Now they've got Dale Earnhardt Jr., and the four-car stable has turned into Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Join Hendrick Motorsports; Kyle Busch Will Leave Racing Organization

Hendrick Motorsports has been practically unbeatable this season, with it's star-studded lineup racking up 10 wins through the first 14 races. Now they've got Dale Earnhardt Jr., and th...

Busch becomes NASCAR's top free agent

2010-09-09T02:07:04Z

Kyle Busch Becomes NASCAR's Top Free Agent After Dale Earnhardt Jr. Lands With Hendrick

It won't take Kyle Busch long to find a new job. Cast aside so Hendrick Motorsports could make room for Dale Earnhardt Jr., Busch became NASCAR'...

Earnhardt Jr. to address driving future

2010-09-09T01:49:57Z

Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Address Driving Future; Hendrick Motorsports the Odds-On Favorite

Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants to win championships, and there's no better place to do that than at Hendrick Motorsports. The most frenzied free agency in NASCAR history will end Wednesday when Earnhard...

Hendrick Motorsports on top of NASCAR

2010-09-09T00:05:13Z

5 Wins in 8 Races Puts Hendrick Motorsports on Top of NASCAR

As his NASCAR operation grew to four competitive cars, Rick Hendrick continuously preached his one-team philosophy _ with mixed results. His message sometimes was lost among egos, jealousy and an unwillingness to share. But the car o...

JJ still seeking acceptance in NASCAR

2010-09-08T22:29:04Z

Despite Success, Jimmie Johnson Still Looking for Total Acceptance in NASCAR

It's been almost five years since Jimmie Johnson finished lower than third at Lowe's Motor Speedway, a streak spanning eight races _ five of them victories at the track he calls "my house."

"He's so good her...

Hendrick stable too full for Earnhardt

2010-09-08T21:28:29Z

Hendrick Motorsports' Stable Too Full for Free-Agent-To-Be Dale Earnhardt Jr. - Right Now

Rick Hendrick wasn't lying when he said he has no room on his team for Dale Earnhardt Jr. Hendrick, the last big-time owner to comment publicly on Earnhardt's free-agent status, ha...

Hendrick says no room for Earnhardt

2010-09-08T21:13:30Z

Hendrick Motorsports Says There's 'No Room at the Inn' for Free Agent Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Cross Hendrick Motorsports off the list of teams interested in signing Dale Earnhardt Jr. Although he's spoken to Earnhardt, car owner Rick Hendrick said Saturday "there's no room a...

NASCAR Hendrick Shakeup Auto Racing

2010-11-24T09:02:44Z

FILE - This Jan. 20, 2010, file photo shows Rick Hendrick during a news conference as part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Media Tour in Concord, N.C. Hendrick says the sweeping changes he made to his organization were not solely because of the struggles of

Kobalt Tools 500

2010-03-26T23:24:58Z

ATLANTA - MARCH 07: Team owner Rick Hendrick (L) stands with Dale Earnhardt Jr. (R), beside the #88 AMP Energy/National Guard Chevrolet prior to the start of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Kobalt Tools 500 at

NASCAR Media Tour Auto Racing

2010-03-28T10:52:29Z

Team owner Rick Hendrick listens during a news conference as part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Media Tour in Concord, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

NASCAR Awards Auto Racing

2010-03-29T11:04:59Z

Rick Hendrick accepts the owner of the year award during the NASCAR Sprint Cup auto racing awards ceremony at Wynn Las Vegas Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)

Copyright 2009 Rick Hendrick, owner of the top NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team, talks to the media at the Homestead-Miami International Speedway in Homestead, Fla. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

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