Earlier this month, NASCAR disallowed an intake manifold that Toyota had been running all season in its trucks and Busch cars (Toyota uses the same engine in each) after chassis dynamometer tests revealed the manufacturer had a “significant” horsepower advantage with the part, according to Craftsman Truck Series director Wayne Auton.
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Does NASCAR manipulate its races in any way?
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‘There are thousands of talented race drivers out there who would consider it an honor to compete in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series.’
NASCAR called Tony Stewart’s comments “very, very disappointing.” “NASCAR has been running races since 1948, and we place the safety of the drivers at the top of the list,” said spokesman Jim Hunter [...]

NASCAR does not force its drivers to meet with the media but has post-race procedures in place for the top three finishers and highest finishing rookie. The official entry blank each week lists the policy, but Stewart was adamant on his radio show that he is not required to abide by it.
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The last three Talladega Superspeedway races have been decided by last-lap passes.

Michael Waltrip Racing was testing at Nashville Superspeedway Monday and Tuesday [April 23-24]. Despite cloudy skies and scattered showers; Waltrip was able to test the #55 NAPA Toyota.