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NASCAR sued for being racist, sexist of all things {Autoblog}
Jun 15th 2008 7:20PM I've been reading all of these comments to see what i feared the most: everyone continues to assume the NASCAR anti-minority, or in this case, anti-black persona. You know, a couple of years ago, NBC tried to on Dateline, highlight racism in America about people of Middle Eastern descent (u know ever since 9/11 happened), and they took a couple of people to a NASCAR race, thinking that someone would treat them, say something, do something negatively. Guess what. No one did, not a single person at that track. Below is the blurb. Anyways, my point is as said by only a few people, yes, alot of NASCAR fans are self-described rednecks, what are you gonna do, they doesnt make them any less of person, unless you are totally against Southern attitude, in which case, you need to suck it up. However, redneck they may be, if you have actually tailgated at a race, you will fine throughout, some of the nicest and down to earth people, people that are not the racist _____ (whatevers) most of you seem to think. Just like in America and in the world, there are some people that have their own ideas, and im not saying that this event could not have happened, (you never know about some people, especially most idiots on the road) I am saying though, that NASCAR is not a breeding ground for racism, and while it had a history of racism, just like all sports, ahem..., most of you haters out there will be amazed by the level of diversity NASCAR has strived to do while not eliminating an equal opportunity for all (unlike most companies or schools now a days who say u must be a certain color to get a scholarship or work there, especially public schools and colleges). I applaud the sport on coming to action, but i am still quizzed that something of the like was not brought to their attention, Brian France and all of those guys are certaintly not of the racist kind. However, we dont know all the details yet, and the plaintiffs case is starting to look a little fishy with some of her incorrect details.hmmm
[the blurb]
http://www.nascar.com/2006/news/opinion/04/10/we.wonder.texas/index.html
As I listened to Jimmie Johnson and Kasey Kahne express dismay when they were told Friday about Dateline NBC's attempt to generate conflict between Muslim and Arab "spectators" and NASCAR fans at Martinsville, a strange thought came across my admittedly often-misguided brain.
Let's face it: Dateline NBC and shows like it are facing an uphill battle. Namely, increasing apathy among Americans across the board. Need proof? Dateline's Friday edition was bumped from NBC's schedule back in March after producing less-than-robust ratings and its current Sunday edition is noticeably floundering.
Dateline received a bit of publicity earlier this year when it aired a series of shows that nabbed pedophiles in the act. While exposing prejudice against Muslims and Arabs is hardly the same thing, the NASCAR community is already talking about the segment -- and it hasn't even been fully produced yet.
Some have said that Dateline's methods were born of ignorance. Maybe. But maybe the show's producers knew how fiercely loyal NASCAR's fan base is and also knew that calling it into question would get folks talking about -- and watching -- the show even before the piece aired.
Bruton Smith will be. He told us so Friday.
"We're going to be very watchful to see that things are done properly," he said. [end the quote]
Porsche going way down market with VW Golf-based hatchback? {Autoblog Green}
Jun 9th 2008 8:25PM @ gas guzzling cars,
That's funny, I didnt happen to think of that when I saw a local Cayman getting 29 mpg, oh wtf. theres a base 911 that gets mid 20s, hmmm... funny.. those "gas guzzlers" get almost the same mileage most new small cars that Detroit, no, everyone seems to be feeding us now.. hmmmm ha! the Cayman gets almost the same mileage as an 06 Aveo 5 dr combined!
Stant is a big winner in the "price of gas" sweepstakes {Autoblog Green}
May 24th 2008 10:23PM @ Ping-
2. buy a diesel, and maybe the crooks will siphon it off and ruin their car.
HAHAHA! Right-on! "another reason to buy a diesel"
Sign of the times? Hummer registration plummets {Autoblog Green}
Apr 23rd 2008 9:29AM Diesel? perhaps... i mean its a no brainer isnt it? (i know there's not alot of that to go around in dearborn lately)...
2009 H2 and H2 SUT - first production E85-capable Hummers {Autoblog Green}
Mar 29th 2008 8:40PM Wonderful, let's see how little fuel-mileage we can get! (as alluded to) The Race is on! Woooo!
They cant bring that diesel option soon enough it seems...*sigh*
Geneva '08: Audi R8 TDI Le Mans set to make jaws drop in Geneva {Autoblog Green}
Mar 4th 2008 5:12PM WOOHOO! 22 MPG! But come on dudes, how many Pintos can go 185? Or get to 60 under a minute. haha. ok under 8 seconds. Besides, V12 with 22 MPG, how many can do that? If this was a V6, be a different story. Another to add to the garage someday...
Will Subaru add a diesel to the Impreza STi? {Autoblog Green}
Mar 3rd 2008 5:38PM I don't believe the diesel really needs extra horsepower if torque numbers are approaching 300 (which is as good as the current gas STi), but I'm sure a little massaging of the engine will shoot up about 10-15 more hp, but more importantly 13-18 lb-ft torque. But even if less than 10 for each, although I think they will, this will still be one awesome car! Definite keepsake in my future garageplex
Ford Fiesta hatchback has a good chance of coming to the U.S. {Autoblog Green}
Feb 22nd 2008 10:13PM 5 door?
Peugeot to run 12 Hours of Sebring with diesel-powered 908 HDi {Autoblog Green}
Feb 17th 2008 10:17PM Even though, the Detroit Grand Prix would be nice for them to come, why would Peugeot participate near Detroit? They haven't sold a car here for years, unfortunately...:[
But Amen to diesel! [Although I will stay true to my Audi team]
VW may sell small, turbocharged vehicles for $13k in the U.S. {Autoblog}
Feb 11th 2008 9:06PM Yea!!.. Diesel, now you're talking!
