Kevin Harvick has never shied away from calling out what he sees as flaws in NASCAR. As the playoffs are coming to an end with finals at Phoenix, the retired champion is turning his sharp eye to the format that often crowns surprise winners over consistent performers. With dominant performers this season in Trucks and Xfinity, Harvick argues the system tilts too far toward one big race, sidelining the grind of a constant performer. But Harvick’s recent take on ignoring consistency could erode the sport’s core appeal.

Take the Truck Series, where Corey Heim’s 11 wins have rewritten records, yet a single miscue at Phoenix could hand the title to someone else. Harvick’s pushback against a setup that rewards one-race wonders more than sustained excellence. As these storylines collide in the d

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