The defending track champion was Kasey Kahne, however Johnson was the defending champion for 500-mile races at the track. At this year's event, Scott Riggs won the pole and Kasey Kahne led the most laps.
The title holder from last year was Kasey Kahne, but Johnson held the championship for 500-mile events at the track. At this year's competition, Scott Riggs secured the pole position, and Kasey Kahne led the most laps.