The NASCAR Cup Series superspeedway package that debuted at Talladega Superspeedway last year saw roaring success from fans and media members alike. We saw more passes than in previous NASCAR Cup Series superspeedway races, drafting being relied on, three-wide packs in the final laps of the race and exciting finishes.
However, as we prepare to enter Speedweeks, a friend of mine voiced some concern that the superspeedway package may not be safe for the drivers and cars, and I could see why regarding the speeds we saw in practice and in the race.
When you think about it, every race held with this package on the high banks of Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway was contested in the sunlight.
The July race at the former was supposed to be run on a Saturday night as it has been since 1998, but it was postponed to a Sunday afternoon due to rain.