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Brad Keselowski Calls Out NASCAR Next Gen Car - 'Have to Drive It Stupid'

Brad Keselowski Calls Out NASCAR Next Gen Car - 'Have to Drive It Stupid'

Summary

Brad Keselowski, a NASCAR driver, criticized the Next Gen car, introduced in 2022, saying it forced him to change his driving style. He stated that the car is harder to control due to its lower power and feels like driving an "old pickup truck." Since the car's release, Keselowski has struggled to win races compared to his previous performance.

Key Facts

  • Brad Keselowski criticized NASCAR's Next Gen car for forcing a different driving style.
  • The Next Gen car, also called Gen 7, was introduced in 2022.
  • The car has a reduced power output of 670 horsepower.
  • Before 2022, Keselowski won 35 Cup Series races; after, he won only one.
  • Keselowski described the new car as feeling like an "old pickup truck."
  • Several other drivers, including Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson, and Joey Logano, have also voiced concerns.
  • Keselowski highlighted the difficulty due to changes in throttle control and overall handling.
  • He shared his views on the "Stacking Pennies" podcast with Corey LaJoie.
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