Summary
NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar received a $50,000 fine for spinning his car's tires while safety workers were helping him after a spin-out at Kansas Speedway. Hocevar explained he restarted the car to put it in neutral, which unintentionally caused the tires to spin. NASCAR officials penalized him for a rule violation, but Hocevar stated it was not his intent to break any rules.
Key Facts
- Carson Hocevar was fined $50,000 by NASCAR for spinning his car's tires during a race.
- The incident took place at Kansas Speedway during the Hollywood Casino 400.
- Hocevar's car spun out on Lap 260, causing the tires to go flat.
- He restarted the car to shift it into neutral, which caused the tires to spin.
- NASCAR fined him for violating rules on member conduct.
- Hocevar finished the race in 29th place, after being in 13th when the incident occurred.
- Hocevar claimed the situation was a learning experience for him and his team.
