“The racing has been really good at mile-and-a-half tracks so far this season with the new aero package. I think we will see another great race at Texas, and it being at night always adds extra excitement for the fans. Quicken Loans is on the car and I know they are excited about this weekend. We have a lot going on off of the track during the weekend – a special Chevy project, Blake Shelton and NBC shoot and a Twitter Q&A with Quicken Loans – those things should all be fun.”
Kasey Kahne
“The first win at Texas was a big weekend for us on the XFINITY side. We were just getting into the swing of the mile-and-a-half races that year and our program was going really well. As a whole, JR Motorsports was really fast – Kevin (Harvick) had won a few races already so everybody at the shop was upbeat and ready to go. The team brought a fast car that weekend, they called a good race and we were able to get the win. It was a really special weekend and a big confidence and momentum booster for our entire team. It was definitely one that I never want to forget. I’m looking forward to getting back there and racing at Texas this weekend.”
Chase Elliott
“It’s crazy to think that we have won all those races in a row (at Texas. Why? I don’t know, really (laughs). I think part of it is the surface at Texas is seasoned. It's older, so it just fits my driving style and the No. 48 Lowe’s team. Plus, it’s such a long race and we have all that time to make the right adjustments. It’s fun – they always put on a good show at Texas.”
Jimmie Johnson
“We’ve had really fast cars at Texas the last few times we’ve been there. I’m looking forward to going back. I’ve said it over and over -- I like this new package. It’s great. Every week has been fun. The cars are fun to drive, slipping and sliding. It’s a good challenge and I’m enjoying it. I think the fans are going to see good racing again this weekend.”
Dale Earnhardt Jr.