Kevin Para, driver of the #45 Chevrolet Monte Carlo competed in 5 NASCAR Featherlite Southwest Series events last year and brought home 2 top-tens and 1 top-five. Para is one of many drivers that come from a family of racers. What drives him to race? Find out below.

RacingWest: Why do you race?
Kevin Para: Excitement, camaraderie, challenge, and Adrenaline rush!

RW: What drives you?
KP: The last good night at the track. One good night can carry through a long dry spell!

RW: Who are your heroes outside of racing?
KP: Dad.

RW: Does driving this style of car scare you at anytime?
KP: Yes, Phoenix entering turn one after losing a main seal down the front straight.

RW: Did any of your family drive before you?
KP: Dad, uncles, and cousins

RW: Did you make a New Years Resolution?
KP: No

RW: Is there any rule you would like to see added or removed from the Series?
KP: I think NASCAR has done a great job with the rules. I can't think of anything right now. Ask me on race day!

Source: RacingWest
Posted: 1/8/99