Kyle Busch’s 2008 season showcased his dominance, leading the NASCAR Cup standings, winning races, and flirting with a bold new challenge: Formula 1. However, a scheduling clash between NASCAR’s awards banquet and a coveted Toyota F1 test in Japan crushed the dream.

Kyle Busch competed against his 9-year-old son for the first time on a race track. And while dad has the bragging rights, the younger Busch held his own.

Being a NASCAR driver isn’t for everyone. With more than 20 races a year, each more demanding than the last, drivers like Kyle Busch put it all on the line at speeds over 180 mph. While they’re out on the track battling for wins,