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Surprising and Not Surprising: The 2016 Daytona 500

After one of the greatest finishes in NASCAR history capping off one of the most dominating manufacturer performances ever, here's what was surprising and not surprising from the Super Bowl of NASCAR, the Daytona 500.

Truex Brothers Both Bridesmaids at Daytona

Martin Truex Jr. and his younger brother Ryan have shared many racing highs and lows over the years. But this weekend the two shared a major accomplishment, finishing runner up in their respective races at Daytona International Speedway.

NASCAR BTS: Fanterning with Danica Patrick

There is no doubt that Danica Patrick enjoys a significant fan base, but her new sponsor Nature’s Bakery has decided to take that fandom to a whole new level. This week’s NASCAR Behind the Scenes explores how fans of the No. 10 Nature’s Bakery Stewart-Haas Racing Chevrolet can qualify to be a Danica Patrick fantern.

The Wood Brothers Get Left Out

It’s a big shock to me. I have been trying to word a column about Wood Brothers Racing which came from the Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour a couple of weeks ago, and then the news of the Charter system came down and everything said just went away.

NASCAR BTS: Dover Seeking NASCAR’s Next Top Chef

If you’ve ever wandered through the garage or camping areas at a NASCAR race, you know that there are some excellent cooks behind the grills and elaborate spreads on race day. This week’s NASCAR BTS takes you behind the scenes of a unique contest, sponsored by @MonsterMile , giving fans the opportunity to become NASCAR’s next top chef.

Finley Factor: Media Week Thoughts

Instead of focusing on one big story, today I'm going to tackle five of the bigger stories coming out of last week's media conferences and interviews.

Chevrolet Thursday – Chip Ganassi Racing Changes Kyle Larson’s Crew chief

The final day of the 2016 Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour was dubbed Chevrolet Day for a good reason. The top teams running Chevrolets made their way to the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina. At the very top of the list of Chevy teams, is Chip Ganassi Racing.

RCR Forms a New Technical Alliance and Looks to Improve in 2016

Richard Childress Racing was once at the top of the heap in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, but there were no Sprint Cup victories for any of his three Cup teams in 2015.

Hendrick Motorsports Confidently Moves Into 2016

Hendrick Motorsports, the standard for NASCAR Sprint Cup success, is confident going into the 2016 season. The last team featured during the 2016 Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour beamed enthusiasm and confidence from top to bottom for the future.

Ford Wednesday: Roush Fenway Feels They’re on the Right Track

Roush Fenway Racing has fallen on hard times over the last few years. The former leaders of Ford Racing have also fallen behind other Ford teams including Team Penske and to a lesser extinct, Richard Petty Motorsports. RFR feels that they are on the right track now. Time will tell.

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Ford Racing Notes and Quotes – Preece, Buescher, Gilliland, Zane Smith and Berry

RYAN PREECE, No. 60 Kroger/Viva Towels Ford Mustang Dark Horse – BRAD SAID IF HE NEEDED ONE GUY TO USE A HACKSAW TO CUT OFF HIS LEG, IT WOULD BE YOU. COULD YOU DO THAT, IF HE ASKED?

CHEVROLET NCS AT DAYTONA 500 MEDIA DAY: Cody Ware Quotes

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