NASCAR explores fuel-saving modifications for superspeedway events
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 4:57 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
NASCAR Cup Series managing director Brad Moran stated that resolving superspeedway fuel saving dynamics is the top priority heading into the offseason. Teams have struggled with fuel consumption strategies, often racing at nearly half throttle to reduce pit stops, as seen in recent events. Various modifications, including the addition of a stage and changes to fuel cell configurations, are being considered to address these issues. The goal is to implement solutions before the Daytona 500 in February.
- •NASCAR aims to solve fuel saving issues before the Daytona 500.
- •Teams are currently spending races at nearly half throttle.
- •Potential modifications include adding a race stage and altering fuel cells.
- •Brad Moran emphasizes the urgency of finding solutions.
- 4:57 PMMotorsport.com — Adding a stage, fuel cell mod all on table to fix superspeedway fuel saving
"NASCAR Cup Series managing director Brad Moran says the number one priority upon reaching the offseason will be solving the superspeedway fuel saving dynamic before the green flag waves on the Daytona 500 in February. Despite numerous attempted fixes, teams continue to find a reason or way to spend half the race at nearly half throttle to spend less time on pit road, including on Sunday at ...Keep reading
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