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He got the nickname 'Smoke' because of how "fast" he drives (i.e. he is a fast NASCAR driver). It comes from him leaving behind "smoke" as he "burns" past you. ANSWER It all started in Sprint cars clear back in 1991 when he was running USAC. He wasn't very good about not slipping the right rear tire, initially. It started as 'Smoker,' then was shortened to Smoke .After he went to the IRL (Indy Racing League) it was 'Smoke' because one of the guys on the crew who was his roommate, and knew the nickname, carried it over to the Indy car team.
when he drove sprint cars he was always smoking the right rear tire coming of the corners
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What winner of both the Winston and Nextel Cup has the nickname Smoke?
Tony Stewart
Does Tony Stewart smoke cigarettes?
No
What is NASCAR Tony Stewart's nickname?
Tony Stewart has two nicknames. He has been called Smoke and has taken that nickname and turned it into a merchandising label. He has also been called the Rushville Rocket.Smoke. He got it from his dirt track days when he first started racing midgets and he would "smoke" his back tires during the starts.
Does Tony Stewart smoke or chew?
He chews tobacco.
Is Tony Stewart great or what?
Yes...Smoke is an awesome driver.
Who will Tony Stewart drive for in 2009?
Smoke will be driving for himself, at Stewart Haas Racing, in the 14 car.
Who is Tony Stewart's father?
Tony Stewart's father is Nelson Stewart.
Who is Tony Stewart's current girlfriend?
Smoke doesn't have a girlfriend right now, but according to his show he is accepting applications.
Is Martha Stewart Tony Stewart's mother?
No, she is not. Tony Stewart's mother is Pam Boas.
Does Tony Stewart have a brother or sister?
No. Jon Stewart, the television host and Nascar driver Tony Stewart are not related.
What is somebody's name if their nickname is Tony?
I know one of them is "Smoke" There is also Rushville Rocket ,Tony the Tiger ,The Columbus Comet and Big Orange.
When did Tony Stewart divorce?
Tony Stewart was never married.
