SVG At Charlotte.

Shane van Gisbergen hopes to avoid the chaos at the Charlotte ROVAL in the NASCAR Cup Series race.

SVG qualified second and aims to lead early, but is wary of Turn 7, which he calls a "clown show." Van Gisbergen believes the reconfigured chicane has improved passing zones, making the track cool for racing, even if not the most exciting to drive. He is mindful of playoff contenders and their desperation to advance.

This year, as a full-time driver, he feels he has improved car setup and personal development. SVG considers Kyle Larson and Christopher Bell as his biggest rivals in the race.