tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post2044562181072075005..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: NASCAR Fans Got Fleeced By US FidelisDaly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-82534206355884385212010-11-12T12:00:59.791-05:002010-11-12T12:00:59.791-05:00Nice article, FYI, there is now a class action sui...Nice article, FYI, there is now a class action suit against extenZe that has been filed in CA that is scheduled to be settled on Apr 15 2011. They have apparnetly violated a court restraining order for false advertising amongst other new charges. They are offering partial cash refunds or ExtenZe racing gear as a settlement. You might check into it if interestedBlue Duecernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-81420314993172897322010-11-11T20:03:43.331-05:002010-11-11T20:03:43.331-05:00Well said. I used to be a Rusty Wallace fan, but I...Well said. I used to be a Rusty Wallace fan, but I make it a point of avoiding any product endorsed by Rusty and Stephen Wallace. <br /><br />BTW - I believe Brendan Vaughan also endorse US Fidelis.Brad Fordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07089057016794199665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-70438744261269861082010-11-11T13:44:30.401-05:002010-11-11T13:44:30.401-05:00The Wallace’s have proven time and time again to h...The Wallace’s have proven time and time again to have no ethics, morals or anything else that might prevent them from hurting those not called Wallace. They are guided by one principle and one principle only, do whatever will line their own pockets with money. I promise you that if Rusty could make more money driving a car than he does announcing, he would be driving it.<br /><br />Bottom line, if a Wallace endorses it, run like hell from it from it sure isn’t going to be good for you!!<br /><br />Brought to you by the people hurt by Fidelis, 5 hour energy, Stacker 2, and the soon to be named later sponsors of the Wallace’sAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-5349459066017814602010-11-11T00:06:05.127-05:002010-11-11T00:06:05.127-05:00Just because a driver endorses a product, it doesn...Just because a driver endorses a product, it doesn't mean anyone should blindly purchase it. I would never drink Red Bull because I'm aware of my personal health risk to do so. Consumers have to accept responsibility for their own decisions. A celebrity endorsement should only be taken into consideration after a product has been researched, especially when it involves a lot of money. It's pure ignorance to blame any poor decision on advertising, whether or not a celebrity is involved. NASCAR fans shouldn't be exempt from having to show a little common sense.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-92203362449456470362010-11-10T19:38:27.244-05:002010-11-10T19:38:27.244-05:00Wow, and yet Rusty and Steven continue to endorse ...Wow, and yet Rusty and Steven continue to endorse other products they have as sponsors. I wouldn't take or use anything based solely on a celebrity endorsement.<br /><br />Of course there are a lot of companies out there who have made a lot of money from consumers. I'm sure that Rusty has been advised by his lawyers to keep his mouth shut on this. I'm just surprised he's managed to do that since he's notorious for running his mouth before engaging his brain.GinaV24https://www.blogger.com/profile/10828669350024430018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-18372036658055590272010-11-10T19:18:10.295-05:002010-11-10T19:18:10.295-05:00Oddly, NASCAR approved this sponsor during the pro...Oddly, NASCAR approved this sponsor during the process of cRusty bringing it in. Approval came after legal prosecution had commenced. Yet NASCAR won't approve sponsors that conduct their business legitimately, like Verizon or Spencer Gifts.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-47789141618256797762010-11-10T19:03:28.880-05:002010-11-10T19:03:28.880-05:00I felt this sponsor was like the Angela's Moto...I felt this sponsor was like the Angela's Motorsports deal several years ago except it hurt the driver/crew instead. Everyone should be careful on what they purchase with their hard-earned money. Nothing surprises me!Vicky Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13084198036514255332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-42101988082547779922010-11-10T18:15:24.191-05:002010-11-10T18:15:24.191-05:00It's too bad for anyone who lost money, but th...It's too bad for anyone who lost money, but that doesn't excuse them from blame. Anyone with a car warranty has the paperwork to be able to discern when it expires or if it already has. It's pretty easy to contact the vehicle manufacturer to ask if they have a relationship with US Fidelis, I'm sure they would be forthcoming about that.<br /><br />While I agree that their practices were illegal, people should have done just a bit of homework before cutting a big check for these "warranties".alexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12233729764999778397noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36561077459276607852010-11-10T17:12:29.691-05:002010-11-10T17:12:29.691-05:00I thought the whole thing was bogus from the first...I thought the whole thing was bogus from the first time I saw it. Sorry, Kenny (who I like a lot more than his brother and son) even marketed some bogus throttle body device to "save gas" - he even went on CNN. Have I had Red Bull - yes. 5 hour energy I would try even if they paid me.Kevinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-17400389262894690312010-11-10T16:53:32.409-05:002010-11-10T16:53:32.409-05:00If anyone buys something just because it's a N...If anyone buys something just because it's a Nascar sponsor without checking into it, woe be unto them. I'm soory so many folks forgot the warning, "If the deal seem too good to be true, it probably is."Sallyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03233133246348697023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-49826835996092971692010-11-10T14:44:16.533-05:002010-11-10T14:44:16.533-05:00It's fairly easy to see through the bogus adve...It's fairly easy to see through the bogus advertising that the Wallace's did. The adds sent my skin crawling that something was wrong. It's ashame some Nascar fans got hurt by Rusty's actions to support this fraud of a company. He was just running for the cash, and that is plain and simple WRONG. Might be legal (for now). But clearly shows ZERO ETHICS. I understand there is a bill slowely working through congress to hold the promoters partly responsible for the product they peddle. I hope it passes. Jimmy Johnson (NFL JJ, Not Nascar) is just as guilty for promoting Extenze in the way it's promoted. It's simply a Viagra competitor and makes nothing "bigger". <br /><br />But, at the end of the day it's up to the consumer to "think" "research" and make "informed decisions". <br /><br />Caveat Emptor - Let the buyer beware.JohnPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12569069135013356289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-52358213881181359532010-11-10T13:24:40.240-05:002010-11-10T13:24:40.240-05:00I keep getting those "time sensitive" wa...I keep getting those "time sensitive" warranty things in the mail for a vehicle we haven't owned in over 3 years. There are a lot of scams out there so it definitely behooves the consumer to research these companies just as it would behoove team owners to research their sponsors. <br /><br />In Crusty's case, I'm surprised he didn't remember Big Daddy BBQ Sauce and Junie Donlavey.The Mad Mannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-85950108388306011812010-11-10T12:38:42.054-05:002010-11-10T12:38:42.054-05:00those long time fans like myself remember a time w...those long time fans like myself remember a time when NASCAR was an advertising phenomenon. Anything Dale Earnhardt Sr did commercials was an instant hit but more important - drivers checked the background of the company althoug it was not needed as these products were all main-stream.<br /><br />I have been a NASCAR since and before 1979 - I can remember races on Wide World of Sports that gave you a small glimpse and cal also remember the pay per view at Pocono that my cable company gave away free - apparently no one purchased it or they did not have the capability - do not remember why.<br /><br />Point is - that when it came to a choice of products my first thought would be - which one is advertised on NASCAR telecasts. Sadly people do not think like that anymore mostly because of fidelis, cialis, extenze and such commercials. When NEXTEL became the title sponsor I changed my cell service to them and have remained since - switching to sprint a few years ago. When it was time to purchase a car - Chevrolet was first on my mind. and you get the idea.<br /><br />Of course the drivers actually did the commercials back then and most were specially produced for NASCAR telecasts much like Super Bowl commercials are now and that has mostly ended. Now you see Dale Jr and Bret Favre doing Wrangler commercials - of which I still have a few- bough at K-Mart - also a NASCAR sponsor for many years.<br /><br />Why and how did we get here? Economy? Most Likely. TV ratings decline? also likely.<br /><br />Sponsors have left nascar big-time but that can only reverse when NASCAR gets better. It likely goes back to fixing NASCAR.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-13481812048051003972010-11-10T12:23:45.411-05:002010-11-10T12:23:45.411-05:00JD, As ususal you were right on point. Back a long...JD, As ususal you were right on point. Back a long time ago you put up an article about this issue for you fans to read. At the time it was widely dismissed by most folks in Nascar land. Your readers were tipped off and cautioned to be very weary of this scam. Most of us knew what it was but I'm sure some of your readers were educated by your work. A lot of fans blindly support Nascar sponsors and I would like to say good job and thank you for trying to help them not get shafted. I'm sure you know the Planeteers appreciate your work regardless of what some "unbiased" (cough) media types say. Thanks for your hard work.bradhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07540487898018553132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-47810207372399637532010-11-10T11:34:18.879-05:002010-11-10T11:34:18.879-05:00JD,
The first time I saw one of those ads, my imm...JD,<br /><br />The first time I saw one of those ads, my immediate thought was, "<i>What a scam</i>." Future viewings did nothing to change that opinion.<br /><br />Your post was a shock, however. I never expected it to be as big a scam as it apparently turned out to be.<br /><br />If NASCAR is interested in regaining some of its lost credibility, it might consider banning Rusty from any NASCAR activities (to include all race tracks) for two years for "<i><b>actions detrimental to stock car racing</b></i>" and the same for Steven for a year (a less severe punishment for a driver than an owner and for a son who was obviously influenced by a father).<br /><br />They should both receive hefty fines as well -- considering the price many NASCAR fans paid for trusting them -- especially Rusty as a particularly well known former racer.<br /><br />Excellent job of reporting.<br /><br />Regards,<br /><br />NickNick Doylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02574057400608391551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-14523959784049508322010-11-10T11:11:47.331-05:002010-11-10T11:11:47.331-05:00Looks like some ugly stuff is sticking out of that...Looks like some ugly stuff is sticking out of that wholesome NA$CAR balloon. That balloon may even pop one day. I guess it's got a slow leak right now.Mike (Detroit)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-13625158899935765162010-11-10T09:39:05.583-05:002010-11-10T09:39:05.583-05:00Fine, fine article JD.
Ronald Reagan used to say ...Fine, fine article JD.<br /><br />Ronald Reagan used to say about the Russians "Trust but verify." I have found that to be a good rule in commerce. From the moment I get up in the morning to the time I go to sleep at night somebody is trying mightily to separate me from my money for something or other. So if an offer seems odd in some way I try to check. I am not perfect, and I have been had from time to time, but I do try. The end result is that while I am no smarter I am better informed and the only celebrity endorser I trust is Tony the Tiger -- but only on the subject of Frosted Flakes.AncientRacernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-86413142740742044692010-11-10T08:34:50.809-05:002010-11-10T08:34:50.809-05:00Great public service column JD!
I got one of the ...Great public service column JD!<br /><br />I got one of the "time sensitive"<br />notices last week on my three year<br />old truck. It had a Fort Lauderdale return address; the home<br />of "boiler room" hucksters, although the company was from Missouri. Big Suprise. I wish I had kept the information for your records.<br /><br />I wish there was a way that whoever<br />is providing the data to these crooks could be included in the<br />legal proceedings. I guess when<br />you agree to one of the Privcacy Statements from whomever, you open the world to your business.51 yr. fannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36674853689250959842010-11-10T07:52:06.734-05:002010-11-10T07:52:06.734-05:00Nothing Rusty says/does would surprise me. It conf...Nothing Rusty says/does would surprise me. It confirms the values or lack thereof he has.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-6220710647177580712010-11-10T07:11:09.574-05:002010-11-10T07:11:09.574-05:00John, there's no such thing as an "ex fel...John, there's no such thing as an "ex felon" Either you are a convicted felon or you are not. These clowns are convicted felons.<br />Rusty is a "conscripted fool".Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36184918604489853952010-11-10T06:29:23.290-05:002010-11-10T06:29:23.290-05:00I saw it was a scam from the first time I saw it. ...I saw it was a scam from the first time I saw it. Rusty's promoting a scam product along with the constant pushing of Extenze by others in NASCAR portrays the "sport" as similar to professional wrestling. The phony cautions, selective enforcement of unwritten rules and manipulated outcomes drives away fans who desire a true competition. NASCAR's decision to let Rusty and his children represent the sport on TV does not inspire confidence.OSBORNKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06265276174788619591noreply@blogger.com