Brad Keselowski, a prominent figure in the NASCAR world and leading driver for RFK Racing, recently shared insights about the challenges NASCAR faces with its superspeedway package. This comes after the organization decided not to implement any changes following testing woes at Michigan as they prepare for the upcoming race at Talladega. Earlier tests raised concerns over blowover flips, a recurring problem in the Cup Series despite significant efforts to keep cars grounded, including new car parts and modifications.
During this year’s Daytona event, Ryan Preece‘s car flipped, highlighting unresolved issues. Keselowski, addressing the media at Talladega, explained how RFK Racing was involved in a Michigan test several weeks ago, exploring different options to improve car stability at high speeds. Unfortunately, the results did not yield the desired outcomes, leading NASCAR not to make immediate changes.
“RFK [Racing] was part of the test at Michigan probably three or four weeks ago, where we explored different options to help the cars at track at very high speed and Michigan is very speed,” Keselowski stated via Kelly Crandall of RACER. “The options, unfortunately, didn’t pan out that NASCAR had worked to develop, so it wasn’t a surprise that there weren’t any changes.”
Keenly aware of the drivers’ safety and sport competitiveness, Keselowski noted the ongoing efforts despite setbacks. “I knew there was effort being put into it and, candidly, not everything you try is gonna work, but I appreciate that there was effort put into it and I think there’s very much a back to the drawing board mentality. I don’t feel like it’s not being worked on, but we’re not gonna skip the race just because we haven’t figured something out, so the show goes on.”
While safety is paramount, fans and drivers alike are also curious about potential improvements for short tracks. Known for his prowess in drafting races, especially at superspeedways like Talladega, Keselowski reflects on how these tracks have impacted his Cup Series journey. His first Cup win was at Talladega, a victory he has savored six times, although recent attempts have landed him as a runner-up, three times finishing in second place since his last win at the track in the spring of 2021.
Currently, Keselowski faces a challenging season, struggling for wins with the Next Gen car and particularly so in 2025. Nine races through, he and the No. 6 team have yet to secure a top-10 finish, leaving him at P31 in the standings. He trails behind Erik Jones while leading only five full-time drivers, two of whom are rookies. These results place increased pressure on Talladega, a venue familiar to Keselowski as a potential turning point to boost morale and lock a playoff spot.
The road ahead for Brad Keselowski and the broader NASCAR community is one of strategic adaptation and persistent innovation. Testing failures are merely detours in a landscape of evolution, where drivers like Keselowski are motivation cornerstones. As they return to the drawing board, fans, stakeholders, and the teams await the next steps in refining NASCAR’s superspeedway package, hoping it aligns safety with the thrill of racing. Whether or not changes come soon, the spirit of competition and progress continues to fuel the sport’s future narrative.
