Burton backs NASCAR safety evolution and future goals
Jeff Burton argues safety is a relative concept as NASCAR expands its safety program with crash data recorders better restraints and new cockpit protections. NASCAR president Mike Helton emphasizes sustained energy and collaboration to move safety forward amid ongoing research into energy absorbing barriers soft walls and car construction.
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Las Vegas Motor Speedway NASCAR weekend rundown
The Las Vegas weekend features a 1.5 mile NACS race with qualifying Friday at 5 05 p m and a 4 7 29088 million purse. Jeff Gordon is last year s winner and Jason Keller leads the Grand National standings after his Rockingham win with Sterling Marlin posting a long top ten streak and two top ten finishes this season.
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Poll question on NASCAR rules ends under caution debate
A reader poll asks whether Winston Cup races should not end under caution and whether NASCAR should limit blocking on the track. Voters are invited to cast their opinions via the linked site.
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NASCAR red flag rules spark Daytona Rockingham dispute
Jim Utter notes NASCAR's discretion drives controversy over red flag use. Daytona saw calls for a quicker finish, while Rockingham saw non-use. Critics claim inconsistency, but NASCAR's edicts rely on officials' discretion, mirroring its mixed track record overall. Mark Martin stands out for completing all 949 laps in Las Vegas events among the 22 drivers to run all four races.
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