Monster Energy is an energy drink company based in the United States. Monster Beverage has deep roots in the motorsports community. Including sponsorship of the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series. NASCAR is the most popular form of racing in the United States.
Kurt Busch to drive the Monster Energy #1
Kurt Busch signed to a 1-year deal and it’s expected to be his final year in the sport
Five years ago, Gene Haas signed Kurt Busch to Stewart-Haas Racing. It came as a surprise to co-owner Tony Stewart. But, Gene Haas built the addition building space and Haas Automation became the co-primary sponsor.
Read MoreThe cola wars have surfaced in NASCAR
It’s not the first time the Monster Energy logos have been excluded from Hendrick cars, when allowed
Mtn Dew has sponsored many NASCAR Cup Series drivers. Notably mentions include Dale Earnhardt Jr, Kasey Kahne, Darrell Waltrip and several more. Many of those drivers have gone to victory lane.
Read MoreNASCAR has reportedly reached out to an investment bank to explore a sale of the sport
Fresh off their shiny purchase of the ARCA Racing Series, NASCAR could be up for sale. It’s been a rumor for years. But, those rumors are a little more serious this time around.
ESPN is reporting that NASCAR has reached out to investment bank Goldman Sachs to explore a sale of the sanctioning body.
Read MoreThe initial deadline regarding a 2019 entitlement decision was Dec 31, 2017 – It was extended once already
The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series was new for 2017. The entitlement deal was signed for two-years in the series. In recent month, discussions have circled regarding a 2019 renewal.
However,
Read MoreTerrance Cox has dropped his $500 million racial discrimination lawsuit against NASCAR
In 2016, the owner of Diversity Motorsports filed a lawsuit for $500 million against NASCAR.
The team planned to partner with ‘Steve Harvey Races 4 Education’. However, according to Terrance Cox, NASCAR told Steve Harvey, “it would never approve a team with Diversity Motorsports.”
“I wish he had some money so I could sue him.
Read MoreMonster Energy is still considering their option to renew the NASCAR sponsorship for 2019
Monster Energy had a deadline of December 31 to renew their primary sponsorship of the North American stock car racing series. Due to the late signing back in 2016, NASCAR granted an extension.
Yesterday,
Read MoreDewar on NASCAR entitlement sponsor, stage racing tweaks, new manufactures, new pit stop rules and the two-day show
First, Brent Dewar discussed the state of the new primary sponsor.
“They signed late in the season, Dewar told ‘NASCAR Live’ via MRN, referring to signing Monster Energy back in December 2016.
Read MoreKurt Busch: “[The] 2017 Daytona 500 has given me the drive to continue conquering the NASCAR world”
Kurt Busch has pulled his name from the silly season hat. The 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion will officially return to Stewart-Haas Racing.
In August, Kurt Busch announced that a deal had yet to be confirmed.
Read MoreMonster Energy is considering it’s options with NASCAR entitlement sponsor
Will Monster Energy renew is sponsorship with NASCAR?
Monster Energy has asked for additional time to consider it’s entitlement sponsorship deal with NASCAR according to Adam Stern of the SportsBusiness Journal.
Related: Monster Energy partners with NASCAR
Monster Energy signed a multi-year deal with NASCAR in December 2016.
Read More2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup trophy photos revealed – 300 hours to create – Features all 23 tracks
And it’s badass.
View the 2017 NASCAR trophy photo album below.
The trophy features a sculptured version of all 23 NASCAR tracks. They intertwine with each other, surrounded the cup.
Read More1 Monster Energy can = 1 Friday ticket at Darlington; Bring can to Gate 16
DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA (August 30, 2017) – Darlington Raceway and Monster Energy are partnering to offer fans the opportunity to enjoy on-track activities on Friday, Sept. 1, for free by recycling any size Monster Energy can.
Read MoreMonster Girls get in on throwback theme for Darlington Raceway’s Southern 500
Paint schemes aren’t the only thing that will have a throwback appearance this weekend. Darlington Raceway is set to host the Southern 500, it’s a throwback to the 80’s theme.
Paint schemes, the NBC logo, the wall strips,
Read MoreWill the 2004 NASCAR champion be on the grid in 2018?
Kurt Busch is without a ride for 2018.
Currently, Kurt Bush is in his 17th year of Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series racing. He spent 4 years at Roush Fenway Racing [2001-2005, 6 years at Penske [2006-2011],
Read MoreWhat the hell did we watch yesterday?
I’m perplexed. I imagine many of you are as well.
I see the comments, #worstdaytona500ever and all that. What? Did we not watch the same race? Meanwhile, on the other side of the fence, others scream, in all caps about how awesome it was.
Read More2017 Daytona 500 Results – February 26th, 2017 – Daytona International Speedway
Below is a recap including the 2017 Daytona 500 results sheet from today’s wild race! A spoiler free race report as the winner is purposely excluded in the titles above.
The 2017 Daytona 500 was sold out.
Read MoreThings to pay attention to ahead of the 2017 Daytona 500
Today is the 2017 Daytona 500! It’s Daytona Day and here’s a list of storylines you you need to know before you watch the race.
Maybe you tune out NASCAR news during the off-season. Or maybe you’re no longer a fan,
Read More2017 Daytona 500 Starting Lineup Set via Daytona Duel races, Mostly
Chase Elliott heads the 2017 Daytona 500 starting lineup for today’s event at Daytona International Speedway.
The grid wasn’t set in typical fashion. The field was actually set, via race results. The Daytona Duel’s earlier in the week set the inside and outside row.
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