NASCAR’s reputation for secrecy has long frustrated fans and drivers alike. Whether it’s penalties, rule changes, or safety concerns, too often the explanations seem half-given or come too late. Denny Hamlin recently pointed out how this lack of transparency has been hurting the sport’s credibility. He had recently argued that NASCAR executives sometimes twist narratives to make things sound better than they are, citing the claim of “67 lead changes” at Talladega as an example of how stats are used to gloss over deeper racing issues.

Fans have also voiced frustration over how decisions are made behind closed doors. The 2023 Chicago Street Race chaos and subsequent rule clarifications left many confused, and NASCAR’s delayed explanations didn’t help. Even the driver radio chatter capture

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