Biffle, both an impressive driver and an animal right’s activist off the track, secured a win in 2008’s Sylvania 300 that could spell good things to come for 2009. Though Biffle is a lesser-known name to some, he is an accomplished driver, having secured the title as the only driver in NASCAR history to win both the NASCAR Nationwide Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championships, and the only driver to win Raybestos...

“JB,” as he is referred to by many, has been credited with bringing the Richard Childress Racing team back to life. And deservedly so, after an impressive 2008 season, in which he placed 2nd in the Bank of America 500 (just 69 points behind Jimmie Johnson—the closest any driver got to Johnson the rest of the year). In addition to this run at the Bank of America 500, Burton continued on to finish in the top-15s 27 times...

Though Hamlin’s 2008 season was plagued by many ups and downs (including a dislodged quarterpanel that left him sidelined and in 17th place at the Daytona 500), Hamlin managed to finish off the year with three top-fives in the final five races. And if Hamlin can carry this success over into the new year, he will have much to celebrate in 2009...

Despite coming out winless in 2008 and entering 2009 on the longest winless streak of his career, (an astounding 71 races since winning the 2007 Daytona 500), Harvick still has believers who position him as a championship-eligible driver. Though consistently a threat on the racetrack, die-hard fans hope Harvick can become more of a contender, not j...

After a disappointing 2007 season, Kahne emerged stronger in 2008, finishing in the top 10 in both the Budweiser Shootout and the Gatorade Duel. Looking to build on this success with his new sponsor Budweiser, Kahne is poised to be a major contender for the Sprint Cup Series Championship in 2009.

With wins in three of the final four races, Carl Edwards nearly completed an astonishing comeback in his attempt to repeat as Nationwide Series champion in 2008. Though he fell 21 points short, Edwards has much to be proud of—having gained the most points possible in one race (195) four times. If he keeps it up, Edwards could be looking at a ...

2009 is shaping up to be a runaway year for this Las Vegas native, nicknamed "Rowdy Busch," "Wild Thing," and "Shrub.” He currently holds the record for most wins in a season between the three series, with 21 wins, and this year he will compete in the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series. NASCAR insiders predict big things for this 23 year-old in 2009.

As the son of one of the most beloved NASCAR drivers of all time, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is making a name for himself as a third generation champion with BUSCH championship wins in 1998 and 1999. Add that to his 17 career Cup wins and you’ve got a truly impressive resume.

Lowe's driver Jimmie Johnson, who carved out his place in NASCAR history by becoming only the second driver in the sport's history to win three consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championships, was officially named the 2008 series titlist. If past is precedent, Johnson is looking at a winning 2009.

Does Mr. Gordon really need an introduction? As the poster boy for racing, this standout star is a four-time NASCAR Champion, three-time Daytona 500 winner and four-time brickyard winner with 81 wins, 62 poles, 9 road course wins and a spot on the all time wins list.