Pre-race warmups
Chad Knaus jokes around with his crew members prior to the start of the race.
Many crews had lighted pitboards with them though they really don't need them until next weekend at Daytona.
Starting grid
Cars on the starting grid ahead of driver introductions.
Driver introductions
This fan anxiously awaits Kyle Busch to be introduced.
Pole Sitter Carl Edwards was the last to be introduced but was greeted with many cheers from fans.
Pre-race preparations and ceremonies
Stay tuned for the next gallery of all the racing action coming up later this week.
