Mosley says deal reached over unified F1 championship, won’t seek re-election as FIA presidentPARIS — The cash-strapped Formula One series prevented a break up Wednesday when the FIA’s divisive and scandal-plagued president, Max Mosley, agreed to scrap a planned budget cap and step down at the end of his term. FIA panel meets amid threat of Formula One breakaway series over $65M budget cap disputePARIS — Motor sport’s ruling body opened what could be an acrimonious meeting at its Paris headquarters on Wednesday, nearly a week after Formula One teams announced plans to set up a rival series. IndyCars speeding ahead with plans to race in Brazil next seasonINDIANAPOLIS — The Indy Racing League plans to take advantage of one of its most popular racing venues next season — Brazil. The King is back _ for now _ but financial issues threaten RPM’s futureSONOMA, Calif. — It took eight winless seasons for Richard Petty to realize he was no longer NASCAR’s best driver. Kahne takes Richard Petty to Victory Lane with road course win at SonomaSONOMA, Calif. — Kasey Kahne figured a spot in the Chase for the championship was an unrealistic goal just two months ago. He wasn’t running well, Richard Petty Motorsports was behind in its development, and the competition was steadily pulling away. Mosley halts legal action, says FIA would still regulate any breakaway seriesSILVERSTONE, England — The president of motor sports’ governing body said on Sunday that legal action against the eight Formula One teams planning a breakaway series will be halted to encourage reconciliation. IndyCar Series, Iowa Speedway close to completing 2-year extension for Iowa Corn Indy 250NEWTON, Iowa — The IndyCar Series and Iowa Speedway are close to completing a two-year extension that will keep the Iowa Corn Indy 250 on the circuit’s schedule through 2011. FIA president Mosley says a deal is close to prevent F1 teams from forming a rival seriesSILVERSTONE, England — FIA president Max Mosley said on Sunday that a deal is close to prevent eight Formula One teams from forming a rival series and that legal action would be halted to encourage a resolution. Cup regular Edwards wins Milwaukee Nationwide race after long commute from CaliforniaWEST ALLIS, Wis. — Carl Edwards didn’t perform his usual celebratory backflip after winning at the Milwaukee Mile last year. It just didn’t seem right after hearing the news that drag racer Scott Kalitta had died in a crash earlier that day. Helio Castroneves awarded pole for Sunday’s Iowa Corn Indy 250 after qualifying canceledNEWTON, Iowa — With an assist from Will Power and some water that had seeped onto the track, Helio Castroneves was awarded the pole for Sunday’s Iowa Corn Indy 250. Hornaday celebrates 51st birthday with Milwaukee Mile trucks series winWEST ALLIS, Wis. — After Ron Hornaday Jr. celebrated his 51st birthday by winning Saturday’s NASCAR Camping World Truck series race at the Milwaukee Mile, he opted not to do a victory burnout. Tire-smoking celebrations have become commonplace in recent years, but now they’re a luxury his team just can’t afford. NASCAR postpones trucks race at Milwaukee, rescheduled for SaturdayWEST ALLIS, Wis. — The Camping World Truck series race at the Milwaukee Mile has been postponed by rain on Friday and is rescheduled for Saturday afternoon. Vickers grabs Sonoma pole, but teammate Speed fails to qualify on road courseSONOMA, Calif. — There was little celebrating at Red Bull Racing after Brian Vickers won his second consecutive pole. Childress acknowledges cuts from bankrupt General MotorsSONOMA, Calif. — Support for General Motors remained strong Friday, even as teams adjust to reduced funding as the automaker navigates through its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Early season success has Stewart open to adding a 3rd team in 2010SONOMA, Calif. — Tony Stewart is off to such a strong first season as a team owner, he’s already open to expansion. Company struggles at RCR have taken Harvick out of title contentionSONOMA, Calif. — Kevin Harvick arrived at Infineon Raceway convinced the longest drought of his Sprint Cup Series career can come to an end this weekend on the winding California road course. Formula One troubles hit home for IndyCar drivers Justin Wilson, Robert DoornbosNEWTON, Iowa — IndyCar driver Justin Wilson used to race in Formula One, and even he’s mystified about the turmoil currently engulfing F1. Formula 1 presses ahead with 2010 series despite 8 top teams announcing rival seriesSILVERSTONE, England — Formula One’s future was in turmoil Friday after Ferrari, McLaren and six other teams announced plans for a rival series following the collapse of heated negotiations with the sport’s organizers over a budget cap for next season. F1 in turmoil as 8 teams announce rival series after failing to resolve budget disputeSILVERSTONE, England — Eight Formula One teams began preparations for a rival series after failing to resolve their dispute with motor sport’s governing body over financial constraints on Friday. F1 teams to form breakaway series after failing to resolve budget cap dispute with FIASILVERSTONE, England — Formula One’s biggest teams began preparations for a breakaway series early Friday after failing to resolve their dispute with motor sport’s governing body over financial constraints. IndyCar veteran Jaques Lazier steps in to help IRL newcomer Team 3GDES MOINES, Iowa — Jaques Lazier has found a home with Team 3G after a two-year absence from IRL racing. NASCAR driver Carl Long’s record suspension reduced to 8 races during final appealNASCAR driver Carl Long’s suspension has been reduced to eight races from a record 12, but his record $200,000 fine remains. General Motors meets with teams in Sprint Cup series about cutting back financial supportGeneral Motors has met with teams in NASCAR’s top-tier Sprint Cup series about its plans to cut back financial support. F1 teams’ group writes to FIA to resolve dispute over budget cap jeopardizing 2010 entrySILVERSTONE, England — The Formula One Teams Association has made a late attempt to resolve its feud with the sport’s governing body over rule changes before Friday’s deadline to unconditionally enter next season’s championship. High school students compete for auto repair crown, win NASCAR date and secure futureDEARBORN, Mich. — For Matthew Ludwig and Justin Dwyer, their future in the auto industry is a bright one, unmarred by a slumping auto sales market and Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings. IRL star Danica Patrick says no announcement on future likely until after IRL season is doneRICHMOND, Va. — Danica Patrick’s likely free agency at the end of the IndyCar Series will make her a hot commodity among teams in the open-wheel series and NASCAR. Thumbs up: Cup drivers give Goodyear passing marks on new tire for Allstate 400INDIANAPOLIS — Jeff Gordon insists this year’s Allstate 400 at the Brickyard will be a real race, not a seven-lap sprint to the finish line like last year. NASCAR files federal motion to discredit expert in Mayfield’s court fightCHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR has filed a motion in federal court that says an expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield lied about his credentials. Passing grade? Drivers appear to be running longer stints during Indy testingINDIANAPOLIS — Goodyear appears to have resolved some of the problems that plagued last year’s Allstate 400 in Indianapolis. 50-year-old Mark Martin wins Sprint Cup race in Michigan as Johnson and Biffle run out of gasBROOKLYN, Mich. — Mark Martin was just trying to finish. He ended up in Victory Lane. Mark Martin wins Sprint Cup race in Michigan as Johnson and Biffle run out of gasBROOKLYN, Mich. — The most surprised person to find Mark Martin in Victory Lane at Michigan International Speedway was the driver himself. NASCAR says it would be open to other foreign manufacturers joining Toyota in stock car racingBROOKLYN, Mich. — NASCAR says it would be open to other foreign manufacturers joining Toyota in stock car racing. Logano passes teammate Busch to win second straight Nationwide race in KentuckySPARTA, Ky. — With a red flag stalling the final laps of Kentucky Speedway’s Nationwide race for nearly nine minutes Saturday night, defending champion Joey Logano had plenty of time to think about the task — and the teammate — in front of him. Colin Braun gets 1st truck win, gives owner Jack Roush 50th victory in the seriesBROOKLYN, Mich. — Colin Braun took advantage of an unintentional block by a lapped truck to pass Kyle Busch and race to his first NASCAR truck win Saturday at Michigan International Speedway. Earnhardt, McGrew finding chemistry, confidence but time is running outBROOKLYN, Mich. — It’s been a long, eventful year since Dale Earnhardt Jr. last visited Victory Lane in a NASCAR Sprint Cup race. |
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