Braun to make second Nationwide Series start
By Rea White - Associate Editor
Thursday, March 20, 2008
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Colin Braun is preparing to make his second career Nationwide Series start this weekend.
The 19-year-old will drive the Roush Fenway Racing No. 16 at Nashville Superspeedway. He debuted in the series last season at Memphis Motorsports Park.
“It’s going to be quite a lot of fun for me,” Braun said. “I’ve never raced on a concrete race track before, so I’m excited about getting a chance to do that and I’m definitely excited about getting the chance to drive in the Nationwide Series, it’ll be a blast.”
Braun is planning to drive in two Nationwide races this season, the upcoming Pepsi 300 and again in Mexico City in April.
He’s a regular for the team in the Craftsman Truck Series, where he drives the No. 6 entry full time.
“Colin is a talented young driver,” said his Nationwide Series crew chief, Eddie Pardue. “He’s proven he can run well on road courses. This will be his first time on a concrete track and only his second time in a Nationwide Series car. I’m sure it’ll take a little adjusting but he’s a smart kid and I think he’ll do well.
"He’s done a good job in the truck series this year. From what I’ve seen and heard he understands the mechanics and he gives good feedback, so as a crew chief that’s a good combination to have in your driver.”
In the three truck races this season, Braun has three top-10 starts and one top-10 finish.
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- David Ragan
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