NASCAR CEO Brian France on leave of absence after arrest for DWI, possession of controlled substance
NKyTribune staff
NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France will take an indefinite leave of absence following his arrest in New York Sunday evening.
France was arrested in the Hamptons for aggravated driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of a controlled substance (oxycodone).
France (provided photo)
France, 56, was arrested at 7:30 p.m. He was arraigned Monday and released.
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KY Speedway wrapup: Rhodes discusses a win, Smithley finishes, Chamber gives Community Award
By Mark Hansel
NKyTribune managing editor
It has been an up and down year for NASCAR Camping World Truck Series(NCWTS) driver Ben Rhodes and the ThorSport Racing team, with more downs than ups recently.
Ben Rhodes talks about getting a win at his home track (photos by Mark Hansel)
All of that changed Thursday night when Rhodes, from Louisville, guided his No. 41 Ford 150 to Victory Lane in the NCWTS...
Ride-along a thrill for reporter; autograph session a hit with the kids at Kentucky Speedway
By David Kubota
NKy Tribune reporter
Riding in a NASCAR pace car with Brett Bodine isn’t about the speed, it’s about the turns. You can go high speeds on the highway, but you can’t replicate the types of turns you’ll encounter on a NASCAR track.
Brett Bodine took members of the media on ride-alongs in the NASCAR Pace Car prior to SAturday’s Quaker State 400 at Kentucky Speedway (photos...
Bell overcomes spin to win NASCAR Xfinity Series Alsco 300 at Kentucky Speedway Friday night
By Kevin Kelly
Kentucky Speedway
A spin in the final round of NASCAR Xfinity Series qualifying on Friday at Kentucky Speedway set up a rousing run through the Alsco 300 field by Christopher Bell.
Christopher Bell celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Alsco 300 at Kentucky Speedway Friday night (photo by Mark Hansel). Click to enlarge.
The 23-year-old rookie methodically...
Fans on Millionaires Row, Backstretch RV, rough it in style during NASCAR weekend at KY Speedway
By David Kubota
NKyTribune reporter
Devoted fans showed up to the Kentucky Speedway with campers that lined Millionaires Row and across the Backstretch RV.
Stephen Harnings elaborate camper setup on the Backstretch RV behind Kentucky Speedway (photos by David Kubota).
These spaces are filled with some of the most devoted NASCAR fans out to watch the Xfinity Series at the Speedway.
The spaces are crowded...
Louisville’s Rhodes buckles up home track victory in Camping World Truck Series race at KY Speedway
By Kevin Kelly
Kentucky Speedway
Ben Rhodes grew up wanting to race at the highest levels of NASCAR, so it helped that he lived relatively close to Kentucky Speedway.
Louisville’s Ben Rhodes high fives Kentucky Speedway mascot Horsepower during driver introductions for the Camping World Truck Series Buckle Up In Your Truck 225. Speedway General Manager Mark Simendinger is at left (photo by Mark...
Ashley Brennaman Shirley found her calling at Kentucky Speedway and dad couldn’t be prouder
By Mark Hansel
NKyTribune managing editor
It’s not surprising that Ashley Brennaman Shirley is making her mark in the world of professional sports.
What may be a surprise to some, however, is the sport where she has found her niche.
Ashley Brennaman Shirley, communications manager at Kentucky Speedway, with her dad, Cincinnati Reds Broadcaster and Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Marty Brennaman...
NASCAR legend Craven highlights Speedway Children’s Charity Dinner at the Boathouse
By Benjamin Shipp
NKyTribune reporter
The seventh running of the Quaker State 400 presented by Walmart at Kentucky Speedway is just a little more than a week away and the eyes of the NASCAR world will be focused on the Bluegrass.
NASCAR legend Ricky Craven speaks to reporters at the Montgomery Inn Boathouse about the important work done by Speedway Children’s Charities. Craven was the featured...
Alsco celebrates third consecutive NASCAR XFINITY series Alsco 300 at Kentucky Speedway
Alsco Inc., a worldwide leader in the rental of linen, uniforms, healthcare garments, and washroom services and products, celebrates its third consecutive year as the title sponsor of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Alsco 300 at Kentucky Speedway.
The green flag drops on Friday, July 13.
“Alsco is an international industry leader providing us with great uniforms, hygiene supplies, and floor mats. They...
Victory Lane Quick Oil Change opens first NKy location, sponsors NASCAR driver with local ties
By Mark Hansel
NKyTribune managing editor
Victory Lane Quick Oil Change celebrated the opening of its first shop in the Greater Cincinnati market, with a ribbon-cutting at the location on U.S. 42 in Florence Thursday.
Florence Mayor Diane Whalen presents a water tower bobblehead to Victory Lane franchisee Brian Schreiber at Thursday’s ribbon-cutting (provided photo).
Executive Vice President...
Gordon, Rousch, Penske among NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees; Hunter chosen for Landmark Award
This week, NASCAR announced the inductees who will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2019. The five-person group – the 10th since the inception of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010 – consists of Davey Allison, Alan Kulwicki, Jeff Gordon, Roger Penske and Jack Roush. In addition, NASCAR announced that Jim Hunter earned the 2019 Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR....
Jeff Gordon, Joe Gibbs, Roger Penske, among nominees for NASCAR Hall of Fame’s Class of 2019
NASCAR has announced the 20 nominees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s Class of 2019, as well as the five nominees for the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.
The list includes five first-time NASCAR Hall of Fame nominees, representing different facets of NASCAR racing, all of whom influenced the sport throughout their brilliant careers.
Included among the list of new nominees is...
NASCAR Daytona Day fast approaching, return of the Hashtag 500 lets fans race on social media
As the countdown continues to Daytona Day, NASCAR has announced the return of the Hashtag 500, where fans will race on social media for a chance to win memorabilia from the 60th running of the DAYTONA 500 live during the race on February 18.
To compete in the Hashtag 500, fans can watch the DAYTONA 500 on FOX (2:30 p.m. ET) and follow @NASCAR on Twitter to find custom hashtags that give fans a chance...
2018 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors legends spanning the sport’s history
Five NASCAR icons – two drivers, a crew chief/owner, an engine builder/owner and a broadcaster – were enshrined into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina, during the Induction Ceremony held January 19, in the Crown Ball Room at the Charlotte Convention Center.
Red Byron, Ray Evernham, Ron Hornaday Jr., Ken Squier and Robert Yates make up the ninth class of The NASCAR Hall of Fame,...
Truex Jr. captures 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series championship with win at Homestead
Following a long and winding road, Martin Truex Jr. finally owns the biggest prize in motorsports.
Credit: 352938 (Photo by Chris Trotman/Getty Images)Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #78 Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Boats Toyota, and Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 M&M’s Caramel Toyota, race during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Championship Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on...
