More than just lugnuts: NASCAR crew chief is no easy job (USA Today)

Updated 7/29/2006 5:28 PM ET E-mail | Save | Print | By Mark DeCotis, Florida Today Pity the poor Nextel Cup crew chief. Well, don't pity his nice home, fancy car and up-close view of racing each week. But do pity the brutal work hours, the endless list of responsibilities and the fact crew chiefs have about as much job security as a pro sports coach or manager. Stop and think about it: That's what in essence a crew chief is — a manager. In fact, Evernham Motorsports owner Ray Evernham, never ...