The engine ran flawless up to that point. They will figure out what it is and we will have a great run in the 500. I will guarantee you that.

There are a lot of other things I could be doing out there, but I love to race. I'm fortunate to have the opportunity, to have the team and to have the resources to be able to do this.

All types of racing costs a lot of money no matter what you're doing.

I believe in God. I always have. There's a reason that everything happens in life.

If you don't have faith, you have nothing.

I've dealt with some tragedy in my life, like losing my brother. That was probably one of the hardest days when I've been tested. But you learn what things are important. You have to prioritize your life with your family, your friends, things you want to accomplish. You've got to get all that stuff in order.

Being involved in NASCAR, I've learned a lot. I've met a lot of people. I've met a lot of special people. I've met some of our leaders. I've met some of the smartest people out there. I've met a lot of average folks. But they've all touched my life and made me look at things differently. I thank the Lord for my good days.

Any business you're involved with, and racing is no different, is about people. It's all about people.

I don't think the race was 10 laps old when I heard a thump. I didn't think much of it at the time, but it turned out to be very costly. I don't know what hit us, but whatever it was, it caused extensive damage to the right-front fender and the air dam.

I can't think of a better place and better time to start a positive streak. We're going into California with a lot of confidence.