The Buzz: Dec. 6, 2001
December 6, 2001
1:31 PM EST (1831 GMT)
Rumor has it that there have been more job cuts with the No. 12 team at Penske Racing. The team used to employ around 60 people, but roughly 40 were let go when Penske decided to cut back from three Winston Cup teams to two.
Word is that some of the remaining 20 were given the pink slip on Wednesday morning. The 20 employees had gone over to the No. 2 shop to hear the announcement that Robin Pemberton was leaving as Rusty Wallace’s crew chief; and when they returned, the locks had been changed on the No. 12 shop.
Some received new keys, and some didn't. More cuts at Penske may be coming soon.
ROBINSON READY TO ROLL
Look for Shawna Robinson to compete in at least 20 races next year in Winston Cup.
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Shawna Robinson
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Robinson, who attempted four races in 2001 and only qualified for one, will be competing for BAM Racing next year on a part-time basis, at least to begin with.
The team is seeking a sponsor, but will run the 20 or more events even if they don't obtain one.
In addition to her single Winston Cup event at Michigan last year, Robinson also competed in three Busch Series events driving for Michael Waltrip.
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