NASCAR penalties impact Kyle Larson and Michael McDowell before Chicagoland race

Kyle Larson and Michael McDowell faced NASCAR penalties after failing pre-race inspections at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5. Larson's No. 5 Chevrolet passed inspection on its third attempt, allowing him to qualify and secure a front-row starting position. In contrast, McDowell's No. 71 Chevrolet failed inspections three times, resulting in him starting from 38th position and missing qualifying. Both drivers lost key personnel for the weekend, with Larson's car chief ejected and McDowell facing additional penalties, including a pass-through penalty under green. This development comes as both drivers look to improve their standings in the Cup Series.

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