NASCAR Next Gen cars struggle with passing on short tracks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Next Gen cars are facing difficulties with passing during races on short tracks and road courses. The challenges are attributed to factors such as yaw angle and downforce. NASCAR is exploring solutions to improve this aspect of racing. The technical discussion highlights the ongoing efforts to enhance vehicle performance and competition. More developments are expected as NASCAR addresses these challenges going forward.
- •NASCAR Next Gen cars have trouble passing on short tracks.
- •Factors include yaw angle and downforce.
- •NASCAR is considering solutions to improve this issue.
- •Details surrounding the technical aspects are being discussed.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Why Passing Is So Hard with the NASCAR Next Gen on Short Tracks
"It's no secret that the NASCAR Next Gen car has had a hard time on short tracks and road courses because it's so hard to pass. Let's dig into the details of how yaw angle and downforce impact passing on short tracks and what the latest solution from NASCAR will do.
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