Saturday, October 26, 2019

Summary of the 3 Female NGOTS Drivers in the Last Race

Summary of the 3 Female NGOTS Drivers in the Last Race

Decker - Cobb - Ruch

Natalie Decker

  • Born: June 25, 1997
  • Home: Eagle River, WI
  • #54 N29 Technologies Toyota
  • Owner - David Gilliland
  • 19th Start
  • 16th Finish
  • Laps: 97

For the 2019 race season Natalie signed with DGR-Crosley in the NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series. She has raced sixteen events with the best finish of thirteenth at Las Vegas. Despite being caught up in an incident in turn four on lap eighty-nine, with resulted in a three lap caution, Natalie was the highest finishing female driver in the 14th Annual Sugarlands Shine 250.



Jennifer Jo Cobb

  • Born: June 12, 1973
  • Home: Kansas City, KS
  • #10 PitStops4Hope.org / Driven2Honor Chevrolet
  • Owner - Jennifer Jo Cobb
  • 28th Start
  • 27th Finish
  • Laps: 79 (Tire Issues)

With oil sprayed on the track, Cobb got loose on lap eight and the resulting spin ‘flat-spotted’ her tires. Her tires were toast. With no funds immediately available for Cobb, she sat on pit road watching the laps roar by – when two NASCAR fans, who happened to be nearby Cobb’s truck heard about the circumstances and jumped in and bought a set of tires at $2,400 – allowing Cobb to return to the race track and finish the race.



Ms. Cobb has competed in the truck series since 2008 and has participated in one hundred and eighty-eight truck races. In 2011, she captured her first and only top-ten finish with a sixth-place finish at the Daytona season opener.

Angela Ruch

  • Born: August 18, 1983 
  • Home: Puyallup, WA
  • #44 Give a Child a Voice / The Ruch Life Chevrolet
  • Owner: Al Niece

    26th Start
    28th Finish
    Laps: 72 (Engine) 



Ms. Ruch has one top ten finish (2019 Daytona Season Opener) in ten attempts.




Ms. Decker and Ms. Cobb are scheduled to start today's NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series race as well.

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Friday, October 25, 2019

The Lost Story of The Original Speed King

The Lost Story of The Original Speed King

Mickey Thompson - In His Own Words

Scheduled for release in December 2019, this book, by the late motorsports writer (and former drag racer) Tom Madigan, offers a now-impossible (Thompson and his wife were murdered in 1988) first-person telling of the legendary racer and motorsport impresario’s high-speed life.

The chapters rocket the reader from Mickey’s earliest days through the height of his competition exploits on drag strips, at Bonneville, the Indy 500, Baja, and more!

The pages are complemented by some two hundred (200) rare images culled from family archives, the NHRA museum, and the collections of friends and fellow racers.

In the early 1970s, Madigan and Thompson embarked on a project to write the latter’s autobiography. After two years, extensive interviews, and a near-finished manuscript, the enterprise fell apart for several reasons. Type-written sheets were boxed, stored, and mostly forgotten, sitting in a desk drawer, not seeing the light of day until Madigan brought it to publishers Motorbooks in 2018.

‘Mickey Thompson’ features a new foreword by SoCal Speed Shop founder Alx Xydias and epilogue about Mickey Thompson’s son Danny, who returned to Bonneville Challenger II to claim one record that eluded his father – Danny’s son, Travis Thompson, wrote this:

Like nearly every accomplishment made throughout his life, Marion Lee “Mickey” Thompson faced every challenge without fear and with very little compromise. This book is no exception. Mickey Thompson: The Untold Story of the Original Speed King is an amazing biographical artifact that follows in the spirit of the Thompson legacy.

About the Author

Tom Madigan, an award-winning automotive author and journalist who documented more than 50 years of automobile racing, died peacefully in his Sonora, California, home, March 28. He was 80 years old.

Madigan spent the past 50 years in the midst of the high-performance automotive culture. He was the 2005 winner of the Motor Press Guild’s coveted Dean Batchelor Award for his book, Edelbrock: Made in the USA, the story of the famous Edelbrock family, Vic Sr. and Vic Jr., and their high-performance business.

Madigan was also the owner/driver of a fuel dragster in the ’60s before joining Argus Publishing Co. in 1967, where he quickly became the editor of Motorcade magazine. Later in his Argus career, he became the feature editor for Popular Hot Rodding magazine, and then the editor of Off-Road magazine. After nine years, Madigan left Argus to start his own company, Tom Madigan Productions. His client list soon included Petersen Publishing Co., and he provided articles for Hot Rod, Motor Trend and Car Craft, and also wrote many Petersen “one-shot” publications.

Madigan created the Concours Automotive Video Series and wrote many of the episodes featuring Tony Nancy. He also teamed with Dave Marcus to produce a NASCAR episode for the TV program, “Those Who Dare.” 

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Saturday, October 12, 2019

Spencer Boyd Nabs his First Upper Level NASCAR Win

Spencer Boyd Nabs his First Upper Level #NASCAR Win

“First Win Is Pretty Sweet” Spencer Boyd

“First Win Is Pretty Sweet” Spencer Boyd #NASCAR


Spencer Boyd crossed the finish line .132 seconds behind Johnny Sauter in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series Race. However, NASCAR informed the teams that the 'Sugarlands Shine 250' finish was under review and subsequently awarded the victory to Boyd. A penalty for blocking Riley Herbst below the yellow line in the final 200 yards of the event cost Sauter the victory. Spencer’s previous best series finish was a fourth in the 2019 season opener at Daytona.

“You know the first one you always dream of since a little kid. Its pretty crazy – I have been a race fan for a long time and I’ve been racings since I was five. So at twenty-four now, to go get that win with Young’s Motorsports, I’ve been driving the twenty for most of the year and this deal came together pretty late. . . . to drive this Alabama Roofing Professional Chevy this weekend. It was a total team effort; we worked really hard - - - the truck drafted really well. Just driving for a family owned team Tyler Young and his parents, Becky and Randy worked so hard and it is just a pleasure to be here at Talladega.” Expressed the excited race winner.

Spencer Boyd crosses the finish line to win at Talladega Superspeedway.  #NASCAR

Spencer Boyd, driver of the #20 Alabama Roofing Professionals Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the #NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series Sugarlands Shine 250.

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Thursday, October 10, 2019

Jimmie Johnson is Griffin's New Brand Ambassador

Jimmie Johnson is Griffin's New Brand Ambassador

An Intelligent Use of Strength

In anticipation of his October 13, 2019 NASCAR Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway, Griffin proudly announces seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson as its new brand ambassador. 

Seven-time #NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson is Griffin's new brand ambassador.


As a brand rooted in delivering dependable power solutions and device protection, Griffin’s partnership with Johnson is driven by keeping up with his lifestyle both at and away from the racetrack and extends well beyond his successful racing career (seven NASCAR Cup Series Championships and 83 career wins). Johnson’s passion for the outdoors, commitment to family and dedication to giving back in his community inspired the partnership and closely align with Griffin’s values and brand DNA.

“Most people know Jimmie for his famed achievements as a seven-time NASCAR champion,” said Lane Timian, Griffin Vice President of Brand. “While his driving skills are unmatched, it is Jimmie’s impressive accomplishments out of the driver’s seat and off the racetrack that compelled our team to jump on the opportunity to join forces.”

“Griffin does a fantastic job of developing products that fit a person’s mobile lifestyle perfectly, especially mine,” said Johnson. “Whether it’s running, biking or simply taking my family on a road trip, Griffin’s products are durable and trustworthy.”JimmieJohnson_CharlotteNC_G.LHeureux-6793

In Griffin’s upcoming campaigns, Johnson will put Griffin’s ultra-protective Survivor iPhone and iPad cases to the test and will push the brand’s range of wireless power and charging products to the limit on every journey.


Beginning today, fans and customers alike can shop Johnson’s favorite tech essentials online at GriffinTechnology.com. In the coming months, customers will have opportunities to win VIP racing experiences, gain access to exclusive offers, content and more.

Beginning today, fans and customers alike can shop Johnson’s favorite tech essentials online at GriffinTechnology.com. In the coming months, customers will have opportunities to win VIP racing experiences, gain access to exclusive offers, content and more.

To stay up to date with the latest news from Griffin’s partnership with Johnson, connect with Griffin on:  

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Monday, October 7, 2019

Cole Custer Wins the Gold Monster at Dover

Cole Custer Wins the Gold Monster at Dover
Cole Custer was the golden winner at Dover International Speedway

Cole Custer was the golden winner at Dover International Speedway, winning on his 100th NASCAR Xfinity Series career start. The No. 00 Stewart-Haas Racing Ford Mustang won the Golden Miles Monster trophy on the 50th Anniversary of the Dover International Speedway.

Our Ford Performance teams were fast in qualifying, going 1 through 3. - #NASCAR


“Congratulations Cole, Tony, Gene, and the No. 00 crew,” said Doug Yates, President and CEO of Roush Yates Engines. “Our Ford Performance teams were fast in qualifying, going 1 through 3. Cole drove a great race and his team put him in position to capture the win. It’s great to see all three Ford Mustang drivers in the Playoff hunt and running strong.”

he weekend started off fast with the Ford Mustangs going 1, 2, 3 in qualifying #NASCAR


The weekend started off fast with the Ford Mustangs going 1, 2, 3 in qualifying. Chase Briscoe won his second career pole and marked the 130th NXS pole for Roush Yates Engines. Austin Cindric and Custer took P2 and P3 respectively.


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Saturday, October 5, 2019

#NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff Series Facts

#NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff Series Facts

Use Your Melon Drive Sober 200


Bad luck has relegated Kaulig Racing’s driver, Justin Haley, into a must win playoff scenario.
Bad luck has relegated Kaulig Racing’s driver,
Justin Haley, into a must win playoff scenario.

NASCAR Xfinity Series

  • Next Race: Use Your Melon Drive Sober 200
  • The Place: Dover International Speedway
  • The Date: Saturday, October 5
  • The Time: 3 p.m. ET
  • TV: NBCSN, 2:30 p.m. ET
  • Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio
  • Distance: 200 miles (200 Laps)
    • Stage 1 (Ends on Lap 45)
    • Stage 2 (Ends on Lap 90)
    • Final Stage (Ends on Lap 200)
  • 2018 Race Winner: Christopher Bell

The NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff’s first round will come to a close this weekend at Dover International Speedway in the Use Your Melon Drive Sober 200 (3 p.m. ET on NBCSN, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). Four of the 12 Playoff drivers will be eliminated and eight will move on to the next round.

Two drivers have already clinched their spots in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff Round of 8 – Joe Gibbs Racing’s Christopher Bell by winning the Richmond Playoff opener and Stewart-Haas Racing’s Cole Custer who clinched his position on points last weekend at Charlotte. 


The remaining six positions in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs will be decided this Saturday. All 10 drivers vying for those remaining six spots can win their way into the next round this weekend.

Below are the Round of 8 clinch scenarios for this weekend at Dover:

Richard Childress Racing’s Tyler Reddick can clinch on points with 15 points and a new winner this weekend. If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Austin Cindric, Justin Allgaier, Chase Briscoe, Noah Gragson or Michael Annett), then he could clinch on points with four points. Reddick has made four starts at Dover, putting up two top-five finishes; including a third-place result earlier this season.

Austin Cindric, driver of the #22 MoneyLion Ford, stands by his car
during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Use Your Melon Drive Sober 200
at Dover International Speedway on October 04, 2019 in Dover, Delaware.

Team Penske’s Austin Cindric can clinch on points with 16 points and a new winner this Saturday. If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Tyler Reddick, Justin Allgaier, Chase Briscoe, Noah Gragson or Michael Annett), then he could clinch on points with five points. Cindric has made three series starts at Dover grabbing three top 10s; including his best finish at the track (sixth) earlier this year.

JR Motorsport’s Justin Allgaier can clinch on points with 27 points and a new winner this weekend. If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Tyler Reddick, Austin Cindric, Chase Briscoe, Noah Gragson or Michael Annett), then he could clinch on points with 16 points. Of the Playoff drivers, Allgaier has the most experience at Dover having made 17 starts and amassing one win (May 2018), seven top fives and 10 top 10s.

Stewart-Haas Racing with Fred Biagi’s Chase Briscoe can clinch on points with 32 points and a new winner this weekend. If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Tyler Reddick, Austin Cindric, Justin Allgaier, Noah Gragson or Michael Annett), then he could clinch on points with 21 points. Briscoe has made two series starts at Dover, posting one top five and an average finish of 12.0. He finished fifth at Dover earlier this season.

JR Motorsport’s Noah Gragson can clinch on points with 41 points and a new winner this Saturday. If there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Tyler Reddick, Austin Cindric, Justin Allgaier, Chase Briscoe or Michael Annett), then he could clinch on points with 30 points. Gragson has made two starts at Dover posting one top-10 finish. Earlier this season he started ninth and struggled a bit, finishing 19th.

JR Motorsport’s Michael Annett can clinch on points if there is a repeat winner (or a win by Cole Custer, Tyler Reddick, Austin Cindric, Justin Allgaier, Chase Briscoe or Noah Gragson), with 45 points. Annett could also clinch on points with a new winner and help. Annett has made 15 series starts at Dover, collecting one top five and two top 10s. His average finish at Monster Mile is 13.1. Annett currently sits in the final Playoff transfer position only 11 points ahead of ninth place John Hunter Nemechek.

The remaining four Playoff contenders outside the Xfinity Series postseason cutoff can clinch on points but will need a lot of help. A win is the only sure way they can guarantee their spot in the next round.

GMS Racing’s John H. Nemechek is currently ninth in the NASCR Xfinity Series Playoff standings 11 points back from eighth-place Michael Annett in the final postseason transfer position. Nemechek has made three previous starts at Dover, posting two top 10s; including his best finish at the track (eighth) earlier this season.

Joe Gibbs Racing’s Brandon Jones is 10th in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs, 11 points back from eighth-place Michael Annett in the final Round of 8 transfer position. Jones has made seven series starts at Dover posting one pole and three top-10 finishes; including his career-best finish at the track (sixth) in this race last season.

RSS Racing’s Ryan Sieg is 11th in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs, 37 points back from eighth-place Michael Annett in the final Round of 8 transfer position. Sieg has made 11 series starts at Dover putting up an average finish of 15.9. He finished a career-best 11th at Dover earlier this season.

Kaulig Racing’s Justin Haley is 12th in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs, 39 points back from eighth-place Michael Annett in the final Round of 8 transfer position. Haley made his series track debut at Dover earlier this season; he started 11th and finished 17th.

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