Correct, they changed the rule in 2003. They used to do that until a car was stopped right next to the start finish line and nearly got hit at full speed while racing back to the line.

Also track workers were out on hold until the track was clear, or put in danger if they entered the track while racing back to the yellow.

Yet it was more upsetting without it in certain situations.

Correct, every lap adds to the count, caution or green, wether they happen before or after the advertised distance.

Overtime. It was actually 530 miles.