1.   A spoiler gives a car downforce, which helps supply rear-wheel traction and helps handling, to increase lap speed.

2.   He was satisfied with his lap speed, but was shocked that it held up as the fastest.

3.   It sends data such as lap speed, rpms and distance between competitors to the TV truck.

4.   Inspired by a stock ticker, it showed the running order accompanied by other data, such as starting position, last lap speed or time behind the leader.

5.   Lap speeds had been very fast in winter testing and during the practice sessions Friday and Saturday.

6.   Many of the drivers said they were surprised by the fast lap speeds.