News and Rumors 2010-2011 Part 2

Here is some news and rumors I have picked up upon.

1.  Tyler Reddick is the newest member of Team Zero.  This comes as no surprise to me.  I had heard from a very reliable source that they were considering them.  I think it will be a good fit for Tyler.

2.  The 2011 Show-Me 100 will be televised on CBS.  It will be tape delayed.  This was the biggest announcement to come out of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series banquet by far.  To say I was shocked was an understatement. 

3.  Jimmy Owens will represent the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series in the Chili Bowl.  Bloomquist had won the opportunity by winning the series championship. 

4.The hideous new age Silver Crown Cars now have their own Series.  It is called the Gold Crown Series.  They will run on Large Ovals and Road Courses.  Details at http://www.goldcrownchampionship.com/

5.  Chevy and Lotus return to Indy in 2012.  Both legendary manufacturers have been absent for a while.  Chevy was around until bowing out at the end of 2005.  Lotus last tasted success at Indy in 1965 when Jim Clark won the Indianapolis 500.  It will be interesting to see how this improves competition.

6. 2 powerful names may be working together in Indy.  Ganassi is close to signing Rahal.  Bobby's son Graham has had success in CART and the IRL, but hasn't had a ride for the last year.  I hope this happens as I know Rahal will be a good fit for Chip Ganassi Racing and can be a championship contender, and have a very good chance as joining his father as a winner of the Indianapolis 500. 

I know it isn't much at this point, but I will try and do one of these every so often.  Rumors and news will pick up as the trade shows happen.