After a thrilling stage one finish, Martin Truex Jr. sweeps stage two to take the lead. Kevin Harvick moves up three spots to seventh. JGR lands their fourth win of the season behind Christopher Bell. Chase Elliott is leading the point count. It's all happening down in New Hampshire.
Martin Truex Jr. sweeps one stage
Martin Truex Jr. won the opening stage of the New Hampshire race, grabbing the pole position in the process. After a rain delay of approximately an hour, Ambetter 301 takes place on the 1.058 miles oval. Truex leads right from the start. Bubba Wallace comes in second. Kyle Larson comes in third, while Kyle Elliott is fourth. Kevin Harvick is now seventh, behind Aric almirola. Harvick also has a stellar history at New Hampshire.
Martin Truex had a hard season so far. The Ambetter 301 however was a standout for him. He scored his first pole of the season and led 172 laps more than any other driver. He also swept stages one and two, putting himself in a great position to advance through the playoffs.
Kevin Harvick moves up three spots to No. 7
Kevin Harvick is now seventh in the New Hampshire NASCAR results, moving up three spots from last year's sixth place. The four-time winner is just 19 points out of the Playoffs, and has a solid track record in New Hampshire. Harvick is a five-time winner of the last six races. His position differential is +35, making him a strong bet to get a good finish at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Martin Truex Jr. maintained the lead throughout the race. Harvick, however, had the best car, which allowed him to challenge Truex Jr. for the title and put Harvick in the playoff hunt. The final caution in the race was when Todd Gilliland spun. The result was a 93-lap Green-Flag finish.
JGR wins fourth season with Christopher Bell
Christopher Bell's rookie season in NASCAR Cup Series has been a success. His win in the season-opening Texas 500 earned him a spot for the playoffs. This could allow him to make an impact in the next season. After all, Bell has already proven his ability to win on short tracks and road courses, and has the potential to be a serious contender for the championship in the coming years.
Bell is now 4-0 in Cup Series and has won two Xfinity Series races. He won three races last year and one in 2019. He then won his fourth race at the Ambetter301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Chase Elliott was the Cup Series champion, but he had already won the race a week prior.
Chase Elliott holds point lead after stage two
The NASCAR Cup Series unloads in Loudon, New Hampshire, as Martin Truex Jr. sets the front row. Chase Elliott and Truex Jr. work side by side to start the race. They come in contact at the first turn. But Elliott is able avoid the collision and maintain the lead. Erik Jones makes contact, spins and turns across the track with Justin Haley. Alex Bowlicki then hits Elliott and makes contact with Elliott, but Elliott stays out front heading into the second stage.
Bad weather delayed the race by nearly two hours. Elliott was still in first place for 37 laps following a restart. He finished third after he stopped for fuel and tires. Later in the stage, he pitted for two tires under caution and went back out in eighth place. Later, he gained ten positions and even the lead.
FAQ
What kind of cars are used for racing cars?
Speed is the most important aspect for any race car driver. Speed is what drives them fast. They must be fast enough that they catch up to other drivers and strong enough to maintain the lead. This gives them an advantage over the rest of the racers, as they can quickly overtake other drivers at high speeds and pull away from them again when it's not their turn.
Most of the fastest cars are very light. They can accelerate quickly and achieve a high speed. But this also means that they have less energy, which can limit how far they can travel in short periods of time. They must make use of their energy efficiently.
Engines power most modern-day racing cars. These engines work in a similar way to normal passenger vehicles. These engines run on compressed gas instead of petrol. This is because petrol doesn't have enough power to make cars go very fast.
How much does it cost for you to race?
It all depends on what event you are attending. There are some events that charge entry fees and others that don't.
Some events require you to pay before entering. Some events require payment before you can enter.
How do race car drivers prepare to race?
Race car drivers spend a lot of time warming up before they start.
This involves running their engines over a period of time.
Once they're fully prepared, they can start the race.
Do race car drivers earn money?
Yes. Yes. Many race car drivers make a living wage.
However, many race car drivers only make small salaries.
Statistics
- According to FormulaMoney, the design, development, and construction of chassis and engines can cost teams as much as $255 million annually. (businessinsider.com)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
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How Can I Make Money As A Driver?
If you really want to become a professional racing driver, you will have to earn money while you wait for your chance at winning a championship. While racing, many racers continue to work full time jobs. Others take advantage of their down time to sell merchandise, or be endorsers. Others take part in paid driving test sessions to find out if they are qualified to drive professionally.