Does Tony Stewart know the recent track record of owner-drivers?

Question

Or do Petty Enterprises, Rudd Performance Motorsports, Bill Elliott's independent team, and Robby Gordon Motorsports strike fear into the hearts of other teams?

Answer 1

One thing Tony may have going for him is sponsors. Looks as if he already has a couple of high power sponors ready to go with him in Office Depot and Bass Pro.

That makes me wonder where Home Depot stands with Tony. Seems like he's been a great marketing tool for their company, makes me think they may go with him as well.

Answer 2

Do what Dale Sr. did own a team but drive for another.

Answer 3

I'm sure he does. Maybe he wants to show everyone else how to do it right.

Answer 4

are you assuming that Tony isn't aware of the sport he has been a part of for 10 years?? (meaning NASCAR-not all the other racing he's been a part of)

Answer 5

I'm sure he does, but like everyone of them he will assume he'll be the exception.

Answer 6

don't forget dw racing. i can't think of anyone except alan kulwicki in recent history that has been able to wear both hats with great success. i hope tony takes a good hard look at the situation.

Answer 7

im sure tony will  take all that into account in his choices

Answer 8

I think you can put him in a category all his own because he has the added comfort of being a top name in Nascar and he will have tons of contracts thrown at him if this owner/driver thing doesn't work out.