[1] The cover photo of the Runaway Train EP depicts a screen shot from the video which was included on the record.

Originally, the band's next studio album, Joyride, was expected for a November 2002 release but took longer than planned.

Thus, extra material was compiled for the Runaway Train EP which was sold at Oleander concerts that same month and was intended for a store release as well.

Serving as a promotional tool for Oleander's upcoming studio album, Runaway Train was competitively priced at $13.98.

Amazon.com also offered a pre-release value-add, where those who ordered Joyride ahead of street date could stream the Runaway Train EP.