William Byron’s Perspective: William Byron, known for his reserved stance on industry matters, took a notable step forward by sharing his thoughts on the recent action at New Smyrna Speedway.
The late model event at New Smyrna Speedway captivated fans with its excitement over the weekend.
Short tracks have become a point of concern for NASCAR due to issues stemming from the Next Gen car. The larger brakes, additional gear, increased tire size, and aerodynamic complexities haven’t been conducive to improving the short track experience.
In a growing trend of drivers voicing their concerns, Byron has joined the chorus after this past weekend’s event. Byron, 25, secured an impressive six wins in the 2023 season, surpassing all other drivers by two victories.
NASCAR has been actively addressing aerodynamic concerns, exploring solutions like Goodyear’s attempt at introducing quicker-wearing tires. There are ongoing efforts behind the scenes to rectify these issues.
Reflecting on the Super Late Model race at New Smyrna, Byron shared, “On short tracks when tires/brakes wear out, it leads to battles like these. Mechanical aspects of the car challenge you to manage and find an edge towards the end. It’s an engaging battle.”
When questioned if his comments were aimed at criticizing NASCAR, Byron clarified that it was his perspective based on personal experience—no intent to throw shade, just his honest take on the matter.
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