That much was evident in a test last December at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where Kasey Kahne was turning laps that would have broken the track qualifying record. And it was realized in a breakthrough season for the new NASCAR Sprint Cup Series car, one in which lighter overall weight and increased rear grip helped the vehicle set new track records in 19 of the 32 qualifying sessions conducted this past season at NASCAR's top level. Of the 23 tracks on the Sprint Cup circuit, 16 now have new track records thanks to the Gen-6 car. Yes, NASCAR's new car proved to be a speed racer indeed. More...