This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - January 18, 2025

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

The stakes have been raised for the NAPA Auto Parts Atlantic City Indoor Races, set for January 31 and February 1 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall.   Three TQ Midget drivers will have a chance to win $10,000, if they can capture the ultimate prize…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - January 11, 2025

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

Marco Andretti is set to attempt to make his 20th Indianapolis 500 start this year with Andretti Global and backing from Mapei, the team announced Tuesday.After its debut with Andretti last season, Mapei, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - January 4, 2025

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

NASCAR dominates auto racing TV audienceThe NASCAR Cup Series claimed the top 15 television audiences for racing in the United States in 2024, and 37 of the top 38.The Chicago race was the tops for the Xfinity Series, coming in at 39th on the list.The…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - December 28, 2024

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Bristol Motor Speedway team members, with help from their mischievous mascots Bump and Run, unveiled the official MLB Speedway Classic countdown clock that is clicking down the days, hours and minutes until the ceremonial first pitch is thrown out on…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - December 21, 2024

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

Williams Grove Speedway has finalized its 2025 schedule of events, again featuring 30 dates for the Lawrence Chevrolet 410 sprint cars and 13 events for the HJ Towing & Recovery 358 sprints at the legendary oval.The season opener for the 410 sprints…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - December 14, 2024

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NASCAR has announced that its three national series – the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series – will adjust the practice and qualifying (P&Q) procedures for the 2025 season. The updated P&Q schedule will…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - December 7, 2024

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

The NAPA AUTO PARTS Atlantic City Indoor Race is more than just a race, it’s an event.  This January 31 and February 1, the connection between the racing and the after party, will be stronger than ever.  Thanks to support from The West at…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 29, 2024

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

NASCAR has announced that The Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 2 is sold out as fans eagerly anticipate the return of the NASCAR Cup Series to this historic venue for the first time since 1971.NASCAR also announced expanded action on Saturday…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 23, 2024

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

Chase Elliott returned to victory lane and the playoffs this year, delighting his fan base that once again rewarded him with the National Motorsports Press Association’s Most Popular Driver award.Elliott was announced as the award’s recipient Friday…

This, That and the Next Thing by Ernie Saxton - November 16, 2024

 Column Ernie Saxton Racing

The ARCA Menards Series opens its 2025 season with a two-day pre-race Practice session at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday and Friday, Jan 9-10. A third day, Saturday, Jan. 11, is reserved as a rain date. The two-day session will be the…