2018 AAA 400 Drive for Autism

Dover International Speedway

2018 AAA 400 Drive for Autism

The 2018 AAA 400 Drive for Autism was a Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race held on May 6, 2018, at Dover International Speedway in Dover, Delaware. The race was contested over 400 laps on the 1-mile (1.6 km) concrete oval. It was the 11th race of the 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season.

Background[edit | edit source]

Dover International Speedway, also known as "The Monster Mile," is a 1-mile concrete oval track located in Dover, Delaware. The track is known for its high banking and unique concrete surface, which provides a different challenge compared to the asphalt surfaces of most other tracks in the series.

Race Report[edit | edit source]

Practice Sessions[edit | edit source]

The first practice session for the race was held on May 4, 2018. Kyle Larson of Chip Ganassi Racing posted the fastest time in this session. The final practice session, also known as "Happy Hour," saw Kevin Harvick of Stewart-Haas Racing leading the charts.

Qualifying[edit | edit source]

Qualifying for the race took place on May 4, 2018. Kyle Larson secured the pole position with a lap time of 22.770 seconds, achieving an average speed of 158.103 mph.

Race Summary[edit | edit source]

The race began with Kyle Larson leading the field to the green flag. Throughout the race, there were multiple lead changes and caution periods. Kevin Harvick emerged as a dominant force, leading a significant number of laps.

In the final stages of the race, Kevin Harvick managed to maintain his lead and ultimately took the checkered flag, securing his fourth win of the 2018 season. Clint Bowyer finished in second place, followed by Daniel Suárez in third.

Results[edit | edit source]

Top 10 Finishers[edit | edit source]

1. Kevin Harvick (Stewart-Haas Racing) 2. Clint Bowyer (Stewart-Haas Racing) 3. Daniel Suárez (Joe Gibbs Racing) 4. Martin Truex Jr. (Furniture Row Racing) 5. Kurt Busch (Stewart-Haas Racing) 6. Brad Keselowski (Team Penske) 7. Denny Hamlin (Joe Gibbs Racing) 8. Ryan Blaney (Team Penske) 9. Jimmie Johnson (Hendrick Motorsports) 10. Kyle Larson (Chip Ganassi Racing)

Post-Race[edit | edit source]

Following the race, Kevin Harvick's victory solidified his position as one of the top contenders for the 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series championship. The race also contributed to the ongoing points standings and playoff picture for the season.