The NASCAR Week That Was: April 5-11

Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing again made headlines this week after shutting down the #8 team, a move reminiscent of the #40 team shut down just less than one year ago. ESPN reported 40 to 50 had been laid off; we heard that number was closer to 20. In other news Richard Petty Motorsports secured sponsorship for the #44 car and AJ Allmendinger to run through September. The driver currently sits 20th in points. Finally Richard Petty made news this week announcing he would back a ride for John Andretti in the Indianapolis 500 later this summer. It marks Petty’s first foray into the Indy Racing League. This is the NASCAR week that was April 5 to 11, 2009.

An alliance more sad than fascinating

No. 8 car idles, awaiting sponsorship

Jury begins deliberations in Castroneves tax case

Some NASCAR Series Still Get No TV Coverage

NASCAR’s France Upbeat Despite Challenges

NASCAR In Game Design Terms (Thanks Matthias!)

Vintage Insiders

Meet NASCAR’s Appellate Court

We Talkin’ ‘Bout Practice Man

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