46% of NASCAR fans don't like Toyota entering the Nextel Cup in 2007

[mugs]

Originally posted by: RiDE

Originally posted by: Argo

Originally posted by: RiDE

Originally posted by: Argo
I think just for the fun of it, Nascar should have one race where they go in the opposite direction. It'll be pretty funny seeing all the drivers confused and hitting the wall.

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Yes, I know they do have road circuits in Nascar but it'd be just funny if they used the regular oval but went in the opposite direction. Just think about the potential for confusion

Why would it be confusing if they run on road courses every year? If you haven't noticed Watkins Glen goes clockwise as well.

Jebus it's a JOKE! Not intended to be an entirely accurate representation of reality!

 

[SmoochyTX]

Originally posted by: AnonymouseUser

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: Wall7486
Brands are meaningless in NASCAR. Under the hood everything is changed from the stock car. Is just about who got the better engines, and who figures out the best way to deal with the restrictor plates. Problem with NASCAR is that all of the cars are American brands, they are trying to keep the American image. The last thing they want is having Japanese brand cars beating the American brand cars. That will probably hurt sales.

Maybe I'm ignorant, but there are people who purchase a certain car brand based on how they perform on the NASCAR circuit?

"Win on Sunday, sell on Monday." Been true for decades.

That hasn't been true for at least 10 years. It's called templates in NASCAR. Check in to that and get back with me later.

 

[AnonymouseUser]

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: AnonymouseUser

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: Wall7486
Brands are meaningless in NASCAR. Under the hood everything is changed from the stock car. Is just about who got the better engines, and who figures out the best way to deal with the restrictor plates. Problem with NASCAR is that all of the cars are American brands, they are trying to keep the American image. The last thing they want is having Japanese brand cars beating the American brand cars. That will probably hurt sales.

Maybe I'm ignorant, but there are people who purchase a certain car brand based on how they perform on the NASCAR circuit?

"Win on Sunday, sell on Monday." Been true for decades.

Out of curiousity, which brand tends to be on top then?

GM has won the most races, therefore they are the biggest manufacturer. Of course they also have the most entries.

 

[Mermaidman]

Originally posted by: bR
Online polls aren't exactly representative of their whole fanbase but I can't imagine it being that far off.

It's possible that NASCAR fans who vote online are more progressive?

 

[Fenixgoon]

i dont see the problem with new competitors. if anything, shouldn't it make nascar more exciting?

 

[dandruff]

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[NFS4]

Originally posted by: RiDE

Originally posted by: Argo
I think just for the fun of it, Nascar should have one race where they go in the opposite direction. It'll be pretty funny seeing all the drivers confused and hitting the wall.

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Have you actually SEEN those cars go around the road courses? They look about as graceful as a pig dancing in high heels. Those damn things wallow into corners like my old Camry

 

[RiDE]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: RiDE

Originally posted by: Argo
I think just for the fun of it, Nascar should have one race where they go in the opposite direction. It'll be pretty funny seeing all the drivers confused and hitting the wall.

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Have you actually SEEN those cars go around the road courses? They look about as graceful as a pig dancing in high heels. Those damn things wallow into corners like my old Camry

What do you expect of primitive race cars? Hell, it's 3400lbs, which is pretty damn heavy for a "racecar" already. My point was to show him that they don't only run on counter clockwise ovals.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: AnonymouseUser

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: Wall7486
Brands are meaningless in NASCAR. Under the hood everything is changed from the stock car. Is just about who got the better engines, and who figures out the best way to deal with the restrictor plates. Problem with NASCAR is that all of the cars are American brands, they are trying to keep the American image. The last thing they want is having Japanese brand cars beating the American brand cars. That will probably hurt sales.

Maybe I'm ignorant, but there are people who purchase a certain car brand based on how they perform on the NASCAR circuit?

"Win on Sunday, sell on Monday." Been true for decades.

Shows you just how stupid the American consumer is.

 

[waggy]

Originally posted by: JulesMaximus

Originally posted by: AnonymouseUser

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: Wall7486
Brands are meaningless in NASCAR. Under the hood everything is changed from the stock car. Is just about who got the better engines, and who figures out the best way to deal with the restrictor plates. Problem with NASCAR is that all of the cars are American brands, they are trying to keep the American image. The last thing they want is having Japanese brand cars beating the American brand cars. That will probably hurt sales.

Maybe I'm ignorant, but there are people who purchase a certain car brand based on how they perform on the NASCAR circuit?

"Win on Sunday, sell on Monday." Been true for decades.

Shows you just how stupid the American consumer is.

just watch the avarage commercial or TV show. heck even music.

the avarage consumer is stupid. they buy because there favorite musicain or athlete wears a brand.

 

[mAdD INDIAN]

Originally posted by: amdskip

Originally posted by: deftron
Aren't all the cars really the same.

just the name on them is different?

For the most part yes. It's more of a sponsership thing than anything.

Edit: And yes I do not like them entering, call me a redneck if you want, doesn't bother me.

What's the reasoning for not wanting them to enter the sport?

I don't see how it will have any ill effect. GM & Ford spend a lot of money there and Toyota will be no different; and I don't think Toyota would outspend them either. NASCAR is full of checks & balances so I doubt Toyota would be able to run away with the championship either.

I can't possibly think of one bad reason for Toyota entering hte sport. Educate me.

 

[mAdD INDIAN]

Originally posted by: NutBucket

Originally posted by: isasir
What is the reasoning behind people not liking Toyota entering?

I just don't like Toyota and its their own fault. Their marketing department can kiss my ass.

On the other hand, I'd gladly buy a Silverado if I needed a full size truck

For statistical purposes, I drive a Japanese car

well that's different. I understand if you dont' support the team and want to see them lose....but why wouldn't you want them competing in the series? In fact, you'd probably feel better if Toyota competed and lost horrible to either GM or Ford.

 

[mAdD INDIAN]

Originally posted by: Evadman

Originally posted by: Argo
I think just for the fun of it, Nascar should have one race where they go in the opposite direction. It'll be pretty funny seeing all the drivers confused and hitting the wall.

Watkins Glen & Infineon don't count?

Don't they usually bring out different drivers for those circuits (apart from the famous ones like Tony Stewart & Jeff Gordon -- who are masters of the road course anyhow)? I know Boris Said (a prominent road racer in the US) races for some NASCAR teams only on the road courses.

 

[mwtgg]

Originally posted by: ShadoWing
psh...racists...live with it. Toyota's the biggest car maker in the world right now. It's about time they're gonna be entering NASCAR

I do believe GM still holds that crown.

 

[Pliablemoose]

Hate NASCAR, don't give a crap either way.

 

[MikeMike]

Originally posted by: ShadoWing
psh...racists...live with it. Toyota's the biggest car maker in the world right now. It's about time they're gonna be entering NASCAR

racist???

and well... you have your facts messed up

 

[five40]

Originally posted by: DVK916
What do you expect. A lot of racist white people watch NASCAR.

People who call people racist are racist people. You called someone a color. You are racist. Wooooohooo I can retarded like you. I rule.

<-----goes outside spins around blind folded, points finger and yells...you are racist because I have all the facts.

I wish everyone could be as cool as me.

 

[raildogg]

Originally posted by: DVK916
What do you expect. A lot of racist white people watch NASCAR.

What do you expect. A lot of racist Asian people have California pride.

(sorry, had to be done)

 

[Drakkon]

just another car for carl edwards to beat this year...no biggie

Go 99!!!

 

[NutBucket]

Originally posted by: mAdD INDIAN

Originally posted by: NutBucket

Originally posted by: isasir
What is the reasoning behind people not liking Toyota entering?

I just don't like Toyota and its their own fault. Their marketing department can kiss my ass.

On the other hand, I'd gladly buy a Silverado if I needed a full size truck

For statistical purposes, I drive a Japanese car

well that's different. I understand if you dont' support the team and want to see them lose....but why wouldn't you want them competing in the series? In fact, you'd probably feel better if Toyota competed and lost horrible to either GM or Ford.

Yeah, that's true. NASCAR is all about making the most of low-tech when you think about it. Toyota makes things overly complicated (most other import brands included) whereas domestics tend to make the most of proven (read: old) tech.

 

[fstime]

So, whats so exciting about watching cars go around in circles?

Formula 1 is the true ultimate racing as far and driving and technology.

I just can't see myself watching more than a few laps of Nascar.

 

[tennisflip]

Originally posted by: BouZouki
So, whats so exciting about watching cars go around in circles?

Formula 1 is the true ultimate racing as far and driving and technology.

I just can't see myself watching more than a few laps of Nascar.

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[RiDE]

Originally posted by: BouZouki
So, whats so exciting about watching cars go around in circles?

Formula 1 is the true ultimate racing as far and driving and technology.

I just can't see myself watching more than a few laps of Nascar.

How many F1 races did you watch last season?

 

[fstime]

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: BouZouki
So, whats so exciting about watching cars go around in circles?

Formula 1 is the true ultimate racing as far and driving and technology.

I just can't see myself watching more than a few laps of Nascar.

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[tennisflip]

Originally posted by: BouZouki

Originally posted by: tennisflip

Originally posted by: BouZouki
So, whats so exciting about watching cars go around in circles?

Formula 1 is the true ultimate racing as far and driving and technology.

I just can't see myself watching more than a few laps of Nascar.

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