American drivers have good chance to win Indy 500

American drivers used to own the Indy 500. Their dominance faded, but Tim Tuttle says the U.S. has a good shot at seeing its first winner since 2006. So who has the best chance?

Castroneves, Franchitti after fourth Indy 500 win

NEW YORK (AP) -- Helio Castroneves figures plenty of today's fans have never seen a driver win the Indianapolis 500 for a record-tying fourth time.

Challenges to big four teams in NASCAR Power Rankings

Since 1990, four teams have ruled Sprint Cup, but that is changing as challengers emerge and an old guard organization falls. Cary Estes rates them all in his Power Rankings.

Young Americans impress as Indy fills out field

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Josef Newgarden and Graham Rahal took care of business right away Sunday.

Jimmie Johnson gets record 4th All-Star victory

Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history.

Ganassi Racing will start 500 in middle of pack

Once again, Chip Ganassi Racing will start the Indianapolis 500 packed close together.

Fan voting gets Patrick Sprint All-Star race spot

Danica Patrick said she can't explain why she's popular among NASCAR fans.

Ed Carpenter captures his first Indy 500 pole

Ed Carpenter knew he was capable of another fast run, and it earned him the pole for the Indianapolis 500.

T. Schumacher leads Kansas Top Fuel qualifying

Tony Schumacher raced to the Top Fuel qualifying lead Friday in the NHRA Kansas Nationals at Heartland Park Topeka.

NASCAR community mourning Trickle's death

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Mark Martin received a piece of advice very early in his career from Dick Trickle that he's never forgotten.

Buddy Lazier back in Indy 500 after five years

It's been five years since former Indy 500 champ Buddy Lazier last graced the Brickyard. Even so, he's shaken off the rust and will be in the mix next Sunday, writes Tim Tuttle.

Honda and Franchitti will impress at the 500

Much like last year, Chevy owned Pole Day qualifying and Honda struggled. But much like last year, says Tim Tuttle, Honda and Dario Franchitti will come through at the 500.

Ex-NASCAR driver Trickle in reported suicide

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Authorities in North Carolina say former NASCAR driver Dick Trickle has died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 71.

Briscoe eager to improve on Indy 500 race day

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ryan Briscoe remembers it like it was yesterday. A year ago, he sat on pit road with his fingers crossed, hoping his four-lap average was good enough to capture the Indianapolis 500 pole.

Edwards captures pole for Sprint All-Star race

Carl Edwards captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race at Charlotte Motor Speedway, paying tribute to the late Dick Trickle along the way.

Cobb accuses Harmon of stealing team trailer

NASCAR driver Mike Harmon has been accused of stealing a team transporter from Jennifer Jo Cobb.

IndyCar's Pagenaud battling sophomore slump

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Simon Pagenaud's rookie campaign was the best the IndyCar Series has seen in more than a decade.

Simona De Silvestro has tools to fulfill Indy 500 promise

In 2009, Indy Rookie of the Year Simona De Silvestro was expected to become the next Danica Patrick. Tim Tuttle says this may be the year that she finally fulfills her promise.

All-Star Race rule tweak meant to favor Patrick?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The rules surrounding Saturday night's Sprint All-Star Race continue to change, and fans are concerned the latest tweak is meant to benefit Danica Patrick.

Will Power grabs early lead in race for Indy pole

Australia's Will Power found extra speed during Saturday morning's practice, then posted a four-lap qualifying average of 228.844 mph to tentatively grab the Indianapolis 500 pole.

F1 drivers skeptical about penalty points ideas

(AP) -- Formula One is still in preliminary discussions over whether to implement a new penalty system that would in essence punish drivers for each infringement until they total too many points and get hit with a race ban.

F1 drivers worried Pirelli tires wearing too fast

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- Tires shredded like paper, rubber flew everywhere and cars flitted in and out of pit lane like shoppers in a supermarket parking lot.

NASCAR bans two crewmen for failing drug tests

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- NASCAR has suspended two crew members for failing random drug tests.

Hinchcliffe nabs top spot in Day 4 of Indy practice

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Andretti Autosport continued its domination of practice sessions for the Indianapolis 500 on Tuesday, claiming four of the top six spots on the speed chart.

Kyle Busch still immature, plus NASCAR Power Rankings

Cary Estes writes that there's no doubt about Kyle Busch's talent, but at 28, he remains one of NASCAR's most confounding, inconsistent drivers. Also: this week's Power Rankings.

Andretti team continues to top Indy speed chart

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Andretti Autosport is off to a great start at Indianapolis.

IndyCar hires Walker as new competition chief

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- IndyCar drivers and owners have always considered Derrick Walker to be a beacon of leadership.

Andretti records fastest May practice lap at Indy

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Marco Andretti posted the fastest Indianapolis 500 practice speed of the month Monday, turning a fast lap of 225.100 mph on the 2.5-mile oval.

Home favorite Alonso wins Spanish Grand Prix

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- Fernando Alonso won the Spanish Grand Prix in front of his home fans on Sunday to close the gap on championship leader Sebastian Vettel and get back in the Formula One title race.

Gordon reaches major milestone at Darlington

DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) Jeff Gordon is proud he has reached 700 straight Sprint Cup starts. He's even prouder he has accomplished the feat while still near the top of the sport, which he proved again Saturday night with a third-place finish at Darlington Raceway.