The NASCAR Playoffs in 2025 have opened with a statement from Toyota and Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) that many didn’t expect. Through the Round of 16, Toyota’s Camrys have led 515 of 607 laps across the playoff races. This is an overwhelming share that has drawn praise even from rivals like defending champion Joey Logano. Christopher Bell’s win at Bristol in the Round of 16 not only snapped his long winless streak but helped JGR sweep all three races in that round. These performances have raised the bar of expectation for Toyota. In fact, they have set up a new benchmark for what makes a championship-contending run. However, dominance early in the playoffs does not guarantee victory in the final rounds, and emerging weaknesses loom.

Historically, Team Penske has excelled in the playoffs. Tradi

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