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Pirelli, Mercedes in dock over F1 tire tests

FILE - In this Friday, June 7, 2013 file photo, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain backs to the pits as FIA members watch at the end of the second practice session at the Gilles Villeneuve racetrack, in Montreal, Canada. A tire testing session involving Mercedes and Pirelli that was criticized by rival Formula One teams will be referred to the FIA's international tribunal as a possible breach of the sport's rules.

The governing body of motorsport argued Thursday that Mercedes broke the rules and got an unfair advantage over other Formula One teams by taking part in private in-season tire testing with Pirelli. 20 minutes ago

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NASCAR drivers among 800 at Leffler funeral

The funeral service for NASCAR driver Jason Leffler drew Sprint Cup stars Tony Stewart, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle and Brad Keselowski among the more than 800 people who filled Grace Covenant Church on Wednesday.
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Carl Edwards raises a red flag on NASCAR team orders

Clearly, the idea that Greg Biffle should be expected to help his teammate was ingrained in Carl Edwards’ thinking.
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Biffle, Edwards not on same page after Mich race

Greg Biffle was thrilled after his victory last weekend in Michigan.
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Ed Carpenter seeking breakthrough at Iowa

It has been a topsy-turvy season for Ed Carpenter.
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McDreamy part of all-American team at Le Mans

The only all-American lineup at the 24 Hours of Le Mans might very well be the one that draws the most interest from non-racing fans.
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IMS lights Pagoda in honor of Jason Leffler

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is honoring the late Jason Leffler with a tribute atop the iconic Pagoda scoring board.
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NASCAR'S Mike Harmon is charged with car, truck thefts

Harmon is accused of taking race vehicles and other items from a garage operated by JJCR Inc., which operates a vehicle in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and is owned by Jennifer Jo Cobb.
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ISC approves renovations to Daytona International Speedway

International Speedway Corporation has approved funding to redevelop the frontstretch of Daytona International Speedway to enhance the overall experience for its fans, marketing partners and the motorsports industry.
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Car won't start but Johnson still wows school kids

Ready to thrill a few hundred school kids, Jimmie Johnson hopped into a replica of his No. 48 car to fire up the engine.
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