NASCAR Cup Series

SAM HORNISH JR. – No. 12 Alliance Truck Parts Ford Mustang – “The only thing I saw was coming to the white the 33 and I got separated and got back together. I pushed him up there as far as I could. It took some dicey moves and I guess the 22 and 7 got tangled up there."

The NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) kicked-off its 19th season of competition at one of the sport's most famous venues, Daytona International Speedway (DIS) for Friday night's NextEra Energy Resources 250. Making his 323rd career start in the series, Ron Hornaday came out of the gate strong and proved he has what it takes to be a five-time champion in 2013.

JUAN PABLO MONTOYA, NO. 42 TARGET CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Daytona International Speedway and discussed the final practice session, how important getting a good start to the season is and other topics.

David Gilliland posted the second fastest lap time in the final NASCAR Sprint Cup practice prior to Sunday’s Daytona 500. Gilliland and other Ford Racing drivers talked about their final time on the track prior to the Great American Race and a myriad of other topics.

JEFF GORDON, NO. 24 DRIVE TO END HUNGER CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Daytona International Speedway and discussed not participating in the final practice session, working with rookies at Daytona and other topics.

Ryan Truex made his debut for Turner Scott Motorsports in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) NextEra Energy Resources 250 on Friday night at Daytona International Speedway in the No. 30 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet Silverado. Bringing one previous NASCAR Nationwide Series start at the 2.5-mile track with him

Coming off a NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) championship in 2012, James Buescher and the entire Turner Scott Motorsports (TSM) team came into Daytona looking to defend their NCWTS title.

Roush Fenway fans following the team on Twitter this season (www.twitter.com/roushfenway) are encouraged to use the new #RFRDRIVEN hashtag when tweeting about NASCAR’s winningest organization in 2013. The hashtag is a part of Roush Fenway’s 2013 ‘Driven’ marketing program, designed to showcase the team’s continued dedication and desire to be the best on and off the racetrack. The ‘Driven’ program will include new and increased fan interaction, as well as partner promotions and special events throughout the season.

Dillon is fourth in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver championship point standings, seven markers behind the leader; while Gaughan ranks 28th in the standings.

All-Pro NFL linebacker Ray Lewis will wave the green flag as honorary starter of the 55th annual Daytona 500 set for 1:00 p.m. ET Sunday at historic Daytona International Speedway.