The loss of the catch can pit crew member is going to bring a number of changes to race strategy. The new method is slower and there is no sure indication that the tank is full  The gas man will have to handle the empty can plus get a second full can. Someone will have to make adjustments that the can man used to make.  With E15 there is going to be a decrease in mileage so there will be more pit stops. I hope this does not lead to an increase in fuel mileage deciding the winner. I do think we will see an increase in 2 tire stops starting at Daytona with the new surface. With backstretch exceeding 203 MPH this may create a problem that will get worse with the hotter track temps of summer. Felix Sabates, a co-owner of Earnhardt Ganassi Racing, says he never complains about drivers salaries but he does think there should be a 20 second pit rule and this would eliminate the need for highly skilled pit crew members that can make $5000 A weekend. I would bet he makes more than that a weekend, not a good idea to make enemies of you pit crew Felix. Also a tire allotment has been discussed as the Nationwide series has. Maybe if the owners would stay home or at least live the wife’s at home this would be a bigger savings then cutting pit crews or tires. With the speeds we are seeing so far this year I think cutting tires would present a safety issue. Of course with the ratings falling maybe NASCAR would like to see a few more flying cars.Target has sponsored Ganassi for 23 years, unheard in sponsorship changes taking place this year.