Krista Voda is the host of NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Setup. (Image: SPEED)

So, who would I put in the red and green suits?

I agree with Hamlin that the fans are Santa for allowing me to cover a sport I love. In terms of a driver, Mark Martin is my Santa Claus because of everything he has given to the sport and how much he loves it.

I really am at a loss for choosing a Grinch, which in my opinion denotes a negative person more than a mean, thieving and conniving individual. I’ll say Clint Bowyer because no one would ever consider him a Grinch but I suspect he would relish the role, plus he does get down on himself when he’s not running well.

In terms of persona, Bill Elliott might be a decent Grinch from the standpoint he’s old school and not as media savvy as some of the younger drivers and doesn’t enjoy the interview process. In fact, he usually doesn’t even appear to be interested in talking to reporters, much less excited about the opportunity, but it’s one of his endearing qualities.

But you know who might look good in a green Grinch suit? Scott Speed. He always wears those skinny European jeans and could fit in the green suit with those twiggy legs. However, I don’t know if a Grinch suit would come into vogue enough for Speed to be caught in one. He’s pretty fashion conscious.

But in all actuality, we really have no true Grinch’s in the NASCAR garage. Sure, everyone, Tony Stewart included, has their bad days but overall, most drivers are friendly, charitable and caring individuals … just the type of person you’d want around at Christmas.

I wish each of you a wonderful Christmas surrounded by family and friends who fit the Santa suit … and maybe even the Jolly Old Elf himself.

The opinions reflected herein are solely those of the above commentator and are not necessarily those of SPEEDtv.com, FOX, NewsCorp, or Speed Channel

Krista Voda is the host of NCWTS Setup, the popular pre-race program for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series on SPEED. She also hosts The Speed Report and special events such as the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, in addition to serving as a pit road reporter for FOX Sports. Voda also covers the NFL and BCS for FOX and has reported on sporting events ranging from The Kentucky Derby to the NCAA Final Four. Visit Krista's official website at KristaVoda.net

Don't Miss the SPEED Holiday Marathons!

DECEMBER
12/24 My Classic Car - 7:00am ET | SuperCars Exposed - 1:30pm ET | PINKS - 8:00pm ET
12/25 MONSTER JAM - 7:00am ET
12/26 Hot Rod TV - 7:00am ET | Livin' the Low Life - 1:30pm ET | PINKS ALL OUTTAKES - 8:00pm ET
12/27 Gearz - 7:00am ET |Drag Race High - 3:30pm ET | PINKS ALL OUT + OUTTAKES - 8:00pm ET
12/28 WRECKED - 8:00pm ET
12/31 Barrett-Jackson 2008 - 7:00am ET
01/01 Barrett-Jackson 2008 - 7:00am ET


A Holiday Treat from Racecar Engineering and SPEEDtv.com! Click Here for a free digital online edition of the complete December 2008 issue of Racecar Engineering, the International Journal of Motorsport Technology. Happy Holidays!