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Keselowski expresses frustration over Ford engine support during race

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:02 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Keselowski expresses frustration over Ford engine support during race

Summary

During the NASCAR Cup Series race at Gateway, Brad Keselowski voiced his dissatisfaction with Ford's support for RFK Racing. After being passed by Joey Logano, Keselowski lamented not being considered a top team within Ford, stating, 'I wish I was a Ford considered good enough to get one of the good engines.' This comment highlights ongoing concerns over the performance disparity between RFK Racing and other Ford-backed teams. Following the race, more discussions on engine equity within Ford's teams may arise.

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•Keselowski expressed frustration with Ford engine hierarchy during the Gateway race.
•He was particularly upset after being passed by teammate Logano.
•Concerns over engine performance may affect RFK Racing's competitiveness.
•Discussion on team support within Ford is likely to continue following this incident.

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11:02 PMMotorsport.com — 'I wanted to win,' Keselowski said of radio outburst towards Ford hierarchy

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There was a point during the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday at Gateway where Brad Keselowski got passed by Joey Logano inside the top-five and expressed dissatisfaction with the hierarchy between Team Penske and RFK Racing. “I wish I was a Ford considered good enough to get one of the good engines. We’d already be passing. Instead, we’re called a shit box team and get the shit box ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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Motorsport.comSep 18, 2026, 11:02 PM
'I wanted to win,' Keselowski said of radio outburst towards Ford hierarchy
There was a point during the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday at Gateway where Brad Keselowski got passed by Joey Logano inside the top-five and expressed dissatisfaction with the hierarchy between Team Penske and RFK Racing. “I wish I was a Ford considered good enough to get one of the good engines. We’d already be passing. Instead, we’re called a shit box team and get the shit box ...Keep reading

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