NASCAR drivers express frustration with Next Gen cars at Brickyard 400
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
During the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26, 2026, NASCAR drivers including Joey Logano and Carson Hocevar voiced their dissatisfaction with the Next Gen cars. Many found the lack of passing and drafting during the race disappointing, impacting the excitement for fans. Logano criticized the car's ability to facilitate green-flag passes for the lead, while Hocevar suggested changes to improve speed and aerodynamics. Fans also expressed their frustrations over social media, calling for significant changes to the cars to enhance racing. Approximately 70,000 attendees were reported at the event.
- •Joey Logano and Carson Hocevar criticized Next Gen cars' performance.
- •Fans reported minimal passing and drafting during the race.
- •Approximately 70,000 people attended the Brickyard 400.
- •Logano suggested that only an Xfinity car would allow better racing.
- •Hocevar emphasized the need for adjustments in speed and drafting.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR drivers, fans upset by NASCAR Next Gen cars during Brickyard 400 at IMS
"NASCAR drivers were frustrated with passing and drafting in Next Gen cars during Indianapolis Brickyard 400 at IMS. Joey Logano and Carson Hocevar speak out.
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