Sorenson, team penalized for rule violations at 'Dega

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- NASCAR has issued penalties and fines to the No. 41 Nextel Cup team as a result of rule violations found this past Sunday in post-race inspection at Talladega Superspeedway.

The No. 41 Dodge, driven by Reed Sorenson, was found to be in violation of Sections 12-4-A (actions detrimental to stock car racing); 12-4-Q (car, car parts, components and/or equipment used do not conform to NASCAR rules); and 20-12.8.1C (failed to meet minimum front car heights) of NASCAR Car of Tomorrow Technical Bulletin #3 dated April 10, 2007.

Sorenson has been penalized 25 championship driver points, while car owner Chip Ganassi has been penalized 25 championship car owner points. In addition, crew chief Jimmy Elledge has been fined $25,000 and placed on probation until Dec. 31.