By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer AVONDALE, Ariz. – Strange things are afoot at Phoenix Raceway. Driving…
Author: Cole Cusumano
Cole Cusumano comes to Kickin' the Tires as a contributor with an established sports journalism background inside the NASCAR garage, as well as experience covering a variety of other sports, film and television. With an associate’s degree in automotive technologies, Cusumano's tenure at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication culminated in a bachelor’s degree in sports journalism.
In addition to his contributions to Kickin' the Tires, Cusumano serves as the motorsports reporter for The Arizona Republic and AZ Central, based in the greater Phoenix area, and also co-hosts his own weekly podcast titled The Money Stop.
2023 Speed Remains Prevalent for Keselowski Leaving Phoenix
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer For about 96% of the United Rentals Work United 500 at…
Family Fuels Bradley Erickson’s Podium Finish in ARCA Menards Series Debut at Phoenix
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer AVONDALE, Ariz. – While most high school sophomores spend their final…
Rowdy’s Revenge: Busch Returns to Xfinity Series for Kaulig Racing
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer It’s been nearly two years since Kyle Busch eclipsed 100 victories…
Preece Embraces Opportunity, Looks to Keep Momentum Rolling into Fontana
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer After years of sacrifice and seeking change, Ryan Preece finally has…
Zane Smith Welcomes New Sponsor, Cup Opportunity with Front Row Motorsports
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer For Zane Smith, a weight was lifted off his shoulders when…
Mears: ‘I Would Love to Figure Out How to Put an 11-Race Schedule Together’
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer AVONDALE, Ariz. – All eyes were on Jimmie Johnson’s return to…
Johnson Returns To NASCAR, Turns First Laps In Next Gen Car At Phoenix Test
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer AVONDALE, Ariz. – On January 24, all felt right in the…
Comparing Drivers Of NASCAR’s Next-Gen To The “Last-Gen”
By Cole Cusumano, Staff Writer NASCAR is a professionally organized form of motorsports notoriously steeped in…