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    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:05:19 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Johnson - Atlanta Saturday media visit]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[JIMMIE JOHNSON, NO. 48 LOWE’S CHEVROLET, met with members of the media at Atlanta Motor Speedway and discussed racing at Atlanta, the Chase, social media and other topics.
Jimmie JohnsonPhoto by: Adriano Manocchia
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      <pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 20:21:28 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[New Chevrolet SS race car unveiled in Las Vegas]]></title>
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Will Debut at the 2013 Daytona SpeedWeeks in February
 
Chevrolet today opened a new chapter in its storied racing history, unveiling its eagerly anticipated 2013 NASCAR Chevrolet SS race car. Powered by the legendary small block V-8 engine, the rear-wheel drive performance sedan will be Chevrolet’s newest entry in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, beginning with the 2013 SpeedWeeks in ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/new-chevrolet-ss-race-car-unveiled-in-las-vegas/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 03:18:45 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[2013 Chevrolet SS takes center stage during Champion’s Week in Las Vegas]]></title>
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Chevrolet officially unveiled its new SS model that the manufacturer plans to enter into NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition in 2013 during Champion's Week festivities in Las Vegas on Thursday. According to Chevrolet, the new SS NASCAR entry closely resembles a Chevy SS model that's set to hit showrooms early next year.

“As a passionate race fan, the debut of the SS NASCAR race ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/2013-chevrolet-ss-takes-center-stage-during-champion-s-week-in-las-vegas/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:05:58 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Gordon leads Chevrolet drivers by finishing second in the Dover 400]]></title>
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DOVER, DE – September 30, 2012 – Hendrick Motorsports driver Jeff Gordon, No. 24 Drive to End Hunger Chevrolet, posted a solid second place finish at the “Monster Mile” today and gained ground in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) point standings moving up two positions with seven races to go.   The finish was Jeff’s 22nd top-ten finish in 40 races at Dover International Speedway ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/gordon-leads-chevrolet-drivers-by-finishing-second-in-the-dover-400/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 01:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Pole winner Gordon and Chevy drivers reflect on Talladega qualifying]]></title>
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Jeff Gordon, Hendricks Motorsports ChevroletPhoto by: Action Sports Photography

JEFF GORDON, NO. 24 DUPONT CHEVROLET – POLE WINNER
THIS IS Y ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/pole-winner-gordon-and-chevy-drivers-reflect-on-talladega-qualifying/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 05 May 2012 20:32:48 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Jeff Gordon on Phoenix: Nice to see a nice wide groove]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[JEFF GORDON, NO. 24 DUPONT CHEVROLET, met with members of the media at Phoenix International Raceway and discussed the groove at Phoenix International Raceway, the possibility of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series racing on dirt, what it takes to be a champion and other topics.  

HOW HAS THE TRACK AGED IN THE ONE YEAR?  IS IT MUCH DIFFERENT THAN IT WAS A YEAR AGO? “It’s a little ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/jeff-gordon-on-phoenix-nice-to-see-a-nice-wide-groove/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 10 Nov 2012 17:42:28 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Knaus and Hendrick No. 48 penalties reduced]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[National Stock Car Racing Appellate Officer John Middlebrook heard the case of Hendrick Motorsports car owner Rick Hendrick on Tuesday and overturned the six-race suspensions of No. 48 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series crew chief Chad Knaus and car chief Ron Malec. Instead, the two men will be on probation until May 9.

The complete NASCAR penalty originally included six race suspensions for ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/knaus-and-hendrick-no-48-penalties-reduced/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 23:17:56 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Johnson snakes to victory in 55th Daytona 500]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Daytona Beach – Jimmie Johnson staved off a group of determined chargers to win the 55th running of the Daytona 500.  Taking command as the race wound down, the five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup title holder flashed his championship form to the delight of the large crowd that was standing and cheering in the closing laps.

For Johnson, he won the 500 for the second time, becoming the 10th ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/johnson-snakes-to-victory-in-55th-daytona-500/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:05:17 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Ambrose trades paint with Keselowski on way to second win at Watkins Glen]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Ambrose last-lap victor at The Glen

Watkins Glen, N. Y. – Marcos Ambrose pulled off an amazing last lap pass to win the Finger Lakes 355 at Watkins Glen International, claiming his second consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Series victory on the historic road course in upstate New York.

For Ambrose, he won his second Sprint Cup race in 141 events and earned his sixth top-10 finish in 2012 ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/ambrose-trades-paint-with-keselowski-on-way-to-second-win-at-watkins-glen/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Aug 2012 20:49:22 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Biffle posts fastest single-car lap in Daytona testing]]></title>
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On-track activity calmed down at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Saturday, the final day of three days of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series testing at the track, as teams returned to single-car runs during both of the day's test sessions. Overall, Greg Biffle (No. 16 Roush Fenway Racing Ford) posted the fastest lap speed with a time of 194.936 mph. The lap was also the fastest ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/biffle-posts-fastest-single-car-lap-in-daytona-testing/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:23:10 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Chevy teams Daytona 500 qualifying notes, quotes]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Leads the Way for Team Chevy in Daytona 500 Qualifying
 
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 19, 2012) – Dale Earnhardt, Jr., No. 88 Diet Mountain Dew/National Guard Chevrolet, earned a front row starting spot in Thursday’s Gatorade Duel at Daytona Qualifying Races by posting the third fastest qualifying time today at Daytona International Speedway.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:24:13 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Newman and Chevy drivers comment on Bristol qualifying]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[RYAN NEWMAN LEADS CHEVROLET IN QUALIFYING AT BRISTOL
TEAM CHEVY DRIVERS OCCUPY FIVE OF THE TOP-11 STARTING POSITIONS FOR THE FOOD CITY 500
Ryan Newman, Stewart-Haas Racing Chevrole ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/newman-and-chevy-drivers-comment-on-bristol-qualifying/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 23:19:22 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Gordon puts Hendrick in victory lane while Johnson in the garage at Homestead 400 ]]></title>
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Gordon romps at Homestead

Jeff Gordon raced to victory at the Homestead-Miami Speedway in the final race of the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season.   Driving the DuPont 20 Years Celebration Chevrolet, Gordon earned his 87th career Sprint Cup victory and gave Hendrick Motorsports its first win at Homestead.

The four-time champion ran near the front most of the race and shot into ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/gordon-puts-hendrick-in-victory-lane-while-johnson-in-the-garage-at-homestead-400/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:34:13 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Earnhardt, Jr wins Richmond pole, Chevrolet drivers score four of top-five starting spots]]></title>
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RICHMOND (September 7, 2012) - Dale Earnhardt, Jr. captured his first pole of 2012, setting the fastest lap today at Richmond International Raceway (RIR) for Saturday night's Federated Auto Parts 400.
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      <pubDate>Sat, 08 Sep 2012 02:47:26 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Four NASCAR drivers make SI's 50 richest American athletes]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Sports Illustrated has published its yearly list of the 50 Richest Athletes in North America, and of the Fortunate Fifty, four of them come from the ranks of NASCAR Sprint Cup racing.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is highest among the drivers, and stands at #8 on the overall list. The third generation NASCAR driver moved up five spots from last season on the strength of $24 million in ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/four-nascar-drivers-make-si-s-50-richest-american-athletes/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:46:17 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Heavy penalty handed to Hendrick Motorsport team by NASCAR]]></title>
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On the opening day of inspection (Feb. 17) at Daytona International Speedway, the Hendrick Motorsport No. 48 Chevrolet was found in violation of the NASCAR Sprint Car Series regulations covering the aerodynamic performance of the car.  Today, the sanctioning body of the series, NASCAR handed down the penalties.  
 ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/heavy-penalty-handed-to-hendrick-motorsport-team-by-nascar/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:35:40 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Harvick and Chevy drivers looking forward to Bristol]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[TEAM CHEVY IN THE GARAGE BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY – PAT SUHY, MANAGER, GM OVAL TRACK GROUP: “First of all, a big ‘Congratulations’ to Tony Stewart, Steve Addington and the entire Stewart-Haas organization on Tony's win at Las Vegas last Sunday. That win was Team Chevy's first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series appearance in victory lane this year; and marks the first time this season Chevrolet has ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/harvick-and-chevy-drivers-looking-forward-to-bristol/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:30:52 +0000</pubDate>
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After rain cancelled NASCAR Sprint Cup Series testing at Charlotte Motor Speedway on
Thursday and thawing ice between the SAFER barriers and the concrete wall on Friday morning
delayed Friday's session, teams finally got test time Friday afternoon and continued
runs into the evening under the lights.

&quot;We needed these two days to really figure out what the car is going to end up ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/almirola-fastest-on-only-day-of-charlotte-testing/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 19 Jan 2013 15:14:27 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[2nd, 3rd NASCAR Kentucky 400 Finishers Press Conference ]]></title>
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      <description><![CDATA[NASCAR Sprint Cup Series post race press conference Kentucky Speedway  

An Interview With: David Reutimann And Jimmie JohnsonKERRY THARP: If I can have your attention, we'll roll into our post race for tonight's inaugural race at Kentucky Speedway. Our third-place finisher is Jimmie Johnson.

Jimmie, you ran it up front through the entire evening. On the last restart, tell us about ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/2nd-3rd-nascar-kentucky-400-finishers-press-conference/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 06:30:30 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title><![CDATA[Johnson sets new track qualifying record at Martinsville]]></title>
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Jimmie Johnson's 19.244-second lap around Martinsville (Va.) Speedway on Friday in the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet not only garnered the five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion the pole starting spot for Sunday's STP Gas Booster 500, it also set a new Martinsville qualifying record.

&quot;We always go to the race track hoping we will have speed and be the guy to ... <a class="more" href="http://www.motorsport.com/nascar-cup/news/johnson-sets-new-track-qualifying-record-at-martinsville/">Keep reading</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 22:29:21 +0000</pubDate>
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