Denny Hamlin's Crew Chief Slams NASCAR's Future!

Crew Chief's Harsh Critique

Gabehart slams NASCAR's Next Gen cars, saying they've reduced driver skill and made races less exciting. Urges changes to restore competition.

Skill Becomes Less Important

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Stage Lengths Criticized

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Superspeedway Racing Lacks Drama

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Fan Frustrations Echoed

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Drivers Become Mere Participants

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Gabehart Proposes Big Changes

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Hamlin's Top-10 Finish

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Next Gen Era Under Fire

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Is NASCAR Losing Its Magic?

As technology takes over, Gabehart wonders if NASCAR is losing the thrilling moments that once made it a fan favorite. Learn more