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NASCAR's Next Gen Car: Controversy Over Overtaking and Tires

3/24/2025

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NASCAR's Next Gen car, introduced in 2022, has sparked controversy, with Kyle Busch claiming it hampers overtaking on short tracks. In contrast, Denny Hamlin lauds Goodyear's softer tires for boosting race excitement. As the Cup Series heads to Martinsville, drivers are left pondering the true impact of these tire changes on their performance.

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NASCAR's Next Gen car, introduced in 2022, has sparked controversy, with Kyle Busch claiming it hampers overtaking on short tracks. In contrast, Denny Hamlin lauds Goodyear's softer tires for boosting race excitement. As the Cup Series heads to Martinsville, drivers are left pondering the true impact of these tire changes on their performance.