The NASCAR Cup Series is headed to the storied Austin track, Circuit of the Americas, this week. The road course has plenty of drama on its own, but changes to the track this year, some bubbling beef in the garage and an 18-year-old phenom’s debut make this Sunday’s race a must-see event.

Shane Van Gisbergen backs NASCAR's COTA layout change, calling it beneficial for racing fans and drivers as he eyes another career road course victory.

After a rough Daytona and Atlanta, Shane van Gisbergen will look to the road course in Austin to kickstart his season.