Mickey and Trudy Thompson were both victims of a brutal contract killing in which both killers escaped and were never found.
NASCAR Legend Jeff Gordon Once Taught a Critical Reporter a Harsh Lesson Using Fake Tattoos, a Police Chase, and Pepsi
Jeff Gordon once played one of the most hilarious pranks in NASCAR history by making a reporter think he was in a police chase.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Left Josh Berry Speechless When He Surprised the NASCAR Driver With Some Life-Changing News
When Dale Earnhardt Jr. surprised Josh Berry with a life-changing opportunity last fall, the up-and-coming NASCAR driver was left speechless.
Max Verstappen Was So Young When He Joined Formula 1 That He Couldn’t Legally Drive a Car
Max Verstappen is one of the most talented drivers in Formula One. His early start in the sport has no doubt helped him gain an edge.
The Curious Case of Bob Pronger: The Criminal NASCAR Driver Who Mysteriously Disappeared and Was Never Seen Again
Bob Pronger was a career criminal disguised as a NASCAR driver, and his mysterious disappearance in 1971 is still unsolved to this day.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Wishes He Could Tell His Father ‘I Told You So’ About 1 Booming NASCAR Trend
Dale Earnhardt Jr. always saw a future in iRacing, but his legendary father thought virtual racing was a waste of time.
NASCAR Fans Can Win a Special Piece of Kyle Busch’s Racing Career by Simply Eating M&M’S
Want a chance to own a piece of NASCAR history signed by Kyle Busch himself? All you have to do is eat some M&M’S and tweet about it!
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Won So Many Trophies in NASCAR That He Can’t Even Keep Track of Where They Are
Dale Earnhardt Jr. accumulated numerous trophies from his NASCAR career. So many, in fact, that he doesn’t even know where some of them are.
Clint Bowyer Nearly Hung up on Richard Childress and His NASCAR Dreams Because He Thought It Was a Prank Call
When Clint Bowyer received a life-changing call from Richard Childress in 2004, he almost hung up because he thought it was a big prank.
The Bitter NASCAR Rivalry Between Joey Logano and Kevin Harvick Once Went Too Far: ‘His Wife Wears the Firesuit in the Family’
Joey Logano and Kevin Harvick used to have one of NASCAR’s biggest rivalries, but Logano took the beef too far by mentioning Harvick’s wife.
Joey Logano Sends a Surprisingly Humble Message to Michael McDowell After Crashing Out of Daytona 500 Glory
Joey Logano was on his way to a Daytona 500 win before he was spun out of the lead from behind, but he still congratulated Michael McDowell.
Michael McDowell Beat 100-1 Odds and a 357-Race Losing Streak to Score Historic Daytona 500 Upset
Michael McDowell went winless in his first 357 NASCAR Cup Series races, but he beat 100-1 odds to win his first event at the Daytona 500.
NASCAR Legend Neil Bonnett Was Tragically Killed in a Car Crash Because of a $3 Mistake
Neil Bonnett was a beloved NASCAR driver and color commentator, but a devastating car accident on the racetrack took his life in 1994.
The Time the Daytona 500 Turned Into a Wild Wrestling Match Between Cale Yarborough and the Allison Brothers
The 1979 Daytona 500 morphed from a car race to a wild wrestling match between Cale Yarborough and the Allison brothers.
Michael Jordan Can Tie Tom Brady With 7 Championships at the Daytona 500
Tom Brady just one-upped Michael Jordan by winning his seventh Super Bowl, but MJ can get him right back with a win at the Daytona 500.
How Fast Do NASCAR Cars Go?
NASCAR is a death-defying sport with danger at every turn, but just how fast are those race cars going on the track?
Niki Lauda’s Near-Death Grand Prix Crash Wasn’t Even the Worst Moment of His Life
The late Niki Lauda experienced a fiery crash at the 1976 Grand Prix, but his off-track tragedies were far more horrible.
Dale Earnhardt Would Likely Still Be Alive Today If He Made 1 Simple Change at the Daytona 500
Dale Earnhardt was killed in a car crash at the 2001 Daytona 500, but he could’ve survived had he taken one extra safety precaution.
Denny Hamlin Just Received a Supreme Vote of Confidence From Joe Gibbs Racing
Denny Hamlin has been with Joe Gibbs Racing for 16 years, and the two sides just agreed to a multi-year extension.
Lee Petty’s Career-Ending NASCAR Crash Left Him in a Coma
With three generations of drivers, the Petty dynasty began with Lee Petty, whose career ended prematurely in a nasty crash.
The Aftermath of Dave MacDonald and Eddie Sachs’ Tragic Deaths in Indy 500 Crash Known as ‘Black Noon’
The Indianapolis 500 has seen its share of heartbreak, but none like the 1964 crash involving Dave MacDonald and Eddie Sachs.
Who Is the Richest NASCAR Driver of All Time and What Is Their Net Worth?
The most successful NASCAR drivers can earn more than $20 million per year on the track, but who is the richest of all time?
Bubba Wallace Isn’t Satisfied With His NASCAR Career Despite Becoming a Household Name
Bubba Wallace is one of the most well-known NASCAR drivers today because of his activism, but he wants to be remembered for his success on the racetrack.
The Largest Crash in NASCAR History Had No Tragic Deaths
Crashes have always been an unfortunate part of NASCAR. Luckily though, the biggest crash NASCAR has ever seen didn’t result in any deaths.
Hailie Deegan Gets Her Racing Prowess From Her Dad, Motocross Star Brian Deegan
Brian Deegan’s daughter, NASCAR racer Hailie Deegan, is the next big thing, and she’s developed a penchant for controversy along the way.
NASCAR Just Added an Entertaining Country Music Twist to This Year’s Daytona 500
NASCAR is teaming up with country music star Luke Combs for a pre-race concert at this year’s Daytona 500.
Tony Stewart Saved Jimmie Johnson After the NASCAR Legend Embarrassingly Got Stuck in an Elevator
Tony Stewart recently told a hilarious story about how he had to save Jimmie Johnson after the NASCAR legend got stuck in an elevator.
Niki Lauda Called the German Grand Prix ‘Bloody Dangerous’ Before His Fiery Crash
A fiery crash proved to be one of the most memorable and awful moments of Formula 1 champion Niki Lauda’s life.
Grand Prix Driver Tom Pryce Died After Hitting a Fire Marshall at 170 Mile Per Hour: ‘There Was No Joy After That’
Formula 1’s safety procedures are a response to past tragedies. The story of Tom Pryce’s crash in 1977 was one of the worst.
The Tragic Circumstances of Formula 1 Driver Roger Williamson’s Horrific Death in 1973
It took an era of deadly accidents to convince Formula 1 to increase safety. One of the worst was the terrible loss of Roger Williamson.
Formula 1 Driver Ronnie Peterson’s Death Was So Tragic That His Wife Never Got Over It
Ronnie Peterson’s death in 1978 was troublesome for many reasons. Many of his fans, but especially his wife, just couldn’t get over it.
Formula 1 Driver David Purley Survived a Horrific Crash Before Dying in a Tragic Plane Crash
David Purley’s short-lived career was filled with obstacles. However, a Formula 1 crash wasn’t the cause of his untimely death at age 40.
Lewis Hamilton and His Mercedes Team Are Basically a Formula 1 Cheat Code
Star driver Lewis Hamilton sped ahead of the competition yet again to win another Formula 1 title with Mercedes.
Kenny Irwin Jr. and Adam Petty’s Tragic Deaths Motivated NASCAR to Create the Kill Switch
NASCAR is equal parts thrilling and dangerous as evidenced by the deaths of two beloved drivers, Kenny Irwin Jr. and Adam Petty.
Why Do NASCAR Drivers Swerve Back and Forth?
If you’ve watched a NASCAR race, you likely noticed that drivers rarely go in a straight line. Swerves help keep drivers safe.
The Deadliest Crash in Racing History Involved a Grandstand Collision, Flying Debris, and 84 Deaths
Safety features make racing safer. Unfortunately, these protocols were too late for the people who died in the worst crash in history.
Joey Logano’s Surprising Admission About His NASCAR Career: ‘I’m the Guy Who Stays Up at Night Worried About Stuff’
Star NASCAR driver Joey Logano is a good-natured individual, quick to smile and crack a joke. But he has a darker side too.
4th-Generation NASCAR Driver Adam Petty Died Too Young in a Tragic Practice Session
In 2000, when Adam Petty, a fourth-generation member of the famous NASCAR racing dynasty, died in a crash.
Martin Donnelly’s Horrific Near-Death Crash Forced Formula 1 to Rethink Everything
Many drivers have died; others sustain injuries that impact them for years. That’s the case with former Formula One driver Martin Donnelly.
Jimmie Johnson Is Impressed With All the Progress Nascar Has Made This Year
Jimmie Johnson has been around NASCAR for many years. Even a veteran like Johnson was impressed by what he saw this year.
NASCAR Driver Jason Leffler’s Life Was Tragically Cut Short in Horrific Crash
After an unexpected mechanical failure, NASCAR driver Jason Leffler lost his life while moonlighting at a dirt track.
Joey Logano Defends Himself Against Kyle Busch’s Claim That He Has Zero Friends in Racing: ‘I Have Business Relationships’
Joey Logano is known for being awkward at best and violent at worst concerning his NASCAR colleagues, especially according to Kyle Busch.
The Tragic Death of Glenn ‘Fireball’ Roberts Forced NASCAR to Research Fire-Retardant Suits
In 1964, the horrifying crash of driver Glenn “Fireball” Roberts set off a wave of safety measures that affect NASCAR to this day.
Father-Son NASCAR Drivers Tony and Dean Roper Tragically Died in Crashes Just 1 Year Apart
No sport toes the line between life and death like car racing. In 2000, two family members, Tony and Dean Roper, died in separate accidents.
Joey Logano Hates When Fans Forget That They’ve Already Asked for His Autograph
Joey Logano appreciates his fans’ support following his meteoric rise, but one fan behavior still grinds his gears.
Joey Logano’s Surprising Take on Racing Ethics: NASCAR Drivers Must ‘Play Within That Gray Area’
For every NASCAR rule lies a gray area where a driver must decide between right and wrong. Joey Logano knows this in his own way.
Surprising Return to Formula 1: Will Hulkenberg Have A Seat in 2021?
Formula 1 driver Nico Hulkenberg returned to competition this year. After a year on the shelf, an unpredictable set of circumstances saw him back in the action. The 32-year-old has the chance of a lifetime to re-integrate himself into the scene if a spot opens up on current team Racing Point or elsewhere. But there are no guarantees. …
Even the Dallas Cowboys Don’t Outspend Formula One Teams
Formula One racing teams like Mercedes are spending as much as half a billion dollars a year to compete in 22 races around the world.