Despite all the hype about NASCAR being a close-knit family, the reality is a little messier. Cooperation is easy on the racetrack: drivers trust the people in their ear, pit staff synchronize, and spotters communicate. But off course? The family dynamic of the sport begins to resemble a group attempting to manage the same household using different playbooks.

First, there is a family-run league; then there are teams that run their own companies; finally, there are tracks owned by both outside parties and NASCAR. Even though not everyone is rowing in the same direction, everyone wants the sport to expand. And that’s where NASCAR’s true issue (and potential) begins, according to a veteran insider of Brad Keselowski.

Chip Bowers urges teams to unite for a stronger future

Chip Bowers issued

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