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Austin Cindric’s Future at Team Penske Under Fire: Can He Save His Ride in 2025?

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February 1, 2025
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Austin Cindric’s Future at Team Penske Under Fire: Can He Save His Ride in 2025?

29 September, 2018: Austin Cindric (22) during NASCAR Xfinity qualifying for the Cure 200 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, NC. (HHP/Jim Fluharty)

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When Austin Cindric shocked the NASCAR world by winning the 2022 Daytona 500 as a rookie, it seemed like a dream start to a dominant career. Fast forward to 2025, and the reality looks far different. With just one more win since his historic Daytona victory and two lackluster seasons, Cindric finds himself on the hot seat at Team Penske.

The latest shake-up? Tim Cindric, longtime Penske Racing President and Austin’s father, has stepped down from his day-to-day leadership role. Now, fans are wondering: Without his father’s influence, is Austin Cindric’s time at Penske running out?


Tim Cindric Steps Down: What It Means for Austin

After 25 years leading Team Penske, Tim Cindric has announced he is stepping back, shifting his focus to the IndyCar program. While this doesn’t directly impact Austin’s status, fans believe that with Tim no longer in charge, Austin’s job security is in serious jeopardy.

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🚨 Why fans think Austin’s seat is at risk:
🔹 Declining performance – No top-10 points finishes since his rookie year
🔹 Underperforming compared to teammates – Ryan Blaney & Joey Logano are champions
🔹 Penske’s high expectations – Consistency and success are demanded
🔹 No major sponsors tied directly to him

For a team that has won three consecutive Cup Series championships, Cindric’s lack of results is glaring.

His stats tell the story:
✔️ 2022: Avg. finish 16.1 – Daytona 500 Champion
❌ 2023: Avg. finish 21.1 – Missed the Playoffs
❌ 2024: Avg. finish 19.9 – Eliminated in Round of 12

Compare this to Ryan Blaney’s 2023 championship run and Joey Logano’s three titles, and the problem becomes clear: Cindric isn’t keeping up.


Fans Are Sounding the Alarm: Is This Cindric’s Final Year at Penske?

Fans are split on whether Cindric deserves more time or is on borrowed time at Penske.

💬 Fan reactions:
🗣️ “Hope Cindric decides to have a breakout year, or you’re going to start seeing more rumors of him on the hot seat this season.”
🗣️ “Austin’s last year in the #2?”
🗣️ “Now that Tim isn’t making the calls, Cindric’s days are numbered.”
🗣️ “He better start winning, because Penske doesn’t tolerate mediocrity.”

Some believe that Tim Cindric’s exit removes Austin’s biggest safety net at Penske. Without his father’s influence, Penske’s leadership could make the tough call to move on.


The Harsh Reality: Can Cindric Save His Ride in 2025?

The 2025 NASCAR season will be a defining moment for Austin Cindric. If he can deliver results, he’ll secure his place at Penske. But if he struggles again, the team might replace him with a more consistent driver.

🔥 What Cindric MUST do to keep his ride:
✅ Win at least one race (preferably early in the season)
✅ Improve his average finish into the top 15
✅ Consistently compete for top-10s and top-5s
✅ Make deep Playoff runs

If Cindric doesn’t perform, don’t be surprised if Penske starts looking at younger talent—or even bringing back a veteran to take over the #2 Ford Mustang.

📢 What do you think? Is Austin Cindric in real danger of losing his Penske seat? Or does he deserve more time?

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