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Hundreds turn out to say goodbye to Jason Leffler

Driver remembered as a loving father and an intense competitor on the racetrack. Dozens of NASCAR drivers, owners, team members attend memorial service.

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AUTO RACING

NASCAR drivers among 800 at Leffler funeral

The funeral service for NASCAR driver Jason Leffler drew Sprint Cup stars Tony Stewart, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle and Brad Keselowski among the more than 800 people who filled Grace Covenant Church on Wednesday.
AUTO RACING

Carl Edwards raises a red flag on NASCAR team orders

Clearly, the idea that Greg Biffle should be expected to help his teammate was ingrained in Carl Edwards’ thinking.
AUTO RACING

Biffle, Edwards not on same page after Mich race

Greg Biffle was thrilled after his victory last weekend in Michigan.
AUTO RACING

Ed Carpenter seeking breakthrough at Iowa

It has been a topsy-turvy season for Ed Carpenter.
CELEBRITIES

McDreamy part of all-American team at Le Mans

The only all-American lineup at the 24 Hours of Le Mans might very well be the one that draws the most interest from non-racing fans.
AUTO RACING

IMS lights Pagoda in honor of Jason Leffler

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is honoring the late Jason Leffler with a tribute atop the iconic Pagoda scoring board.
AUTO RACING

Pirelli, Mercedes to answer 'Tire-gate' charges

Mercedes and Pirelli must answer charges that they breached Formula One rules by testing tires together.
AUTO RACING

ISC approves renovations to Daytona International Speedway

International Speedway Corporation has approved funding to redevelop the frontstretch of Daytona International Speedway to enhance the overall experience for its fans, marketing partners and the motorsports industry.
AUTO RACING

Car won't start but Johnson still wows school kids

Ready to thrill a few hundred school kids, Jimmie Johnson hopped into a replica of his No. 48 car to fire up the engine.
AUTO RACING

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