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Kyle Larson Sounds Alarm: NASCAR’s Power Boost Might Not Deliver the Thrill Fans Expect!

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
October 12, 2025
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Kyle Larson Sounds Alarm: NASCAR’s Power Boost Might Not Deliver the Thrill Fans Expect!

NASCAR’s Power Play: Kyle Larson Sounds the Alarm on Horsepower Hype!

In a bold revelation that has sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community, 2021 Cup champion Kyle Larson is urging fans to take a step back and temper their excitement over the recent horsepower increase. After years of anticipation, NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell broke the news on Dale Jr.’s podcast that the horsepower will jump from the standard 670hp to a whopping 750hp. But Larson warns that this change may not be the game-changer fans are hoping for.

Speaking candidly to Frontstretch, Larson laid down the facts: “I would encourage you all and fans to not over-promote it like it’s going to fix everything. Temper your expectations; it’s not drastically different.” This statement comes after Larson participated in a test at Carolina Motorsports Park in South Carolina, where he was unaware of the horsepower boost. To his surprise, he didn’t feel a significant change, leading him to conclude, “I think it’ll be better, but it’s not fixed.”

Larson’s test experience raises critical questions about the actual impact of the horsepower increase. While NASCAR has designated the 750hp for specific short tracks and road courses, Larson’s revelation suggests that the effects may not be as pronounced as anticipated. Five out of the first eight races in the 2026 series will implement this new horsepower package, but will it deliver the thrilling races fans crave?

Chase Elliott, Larson’s teammate, weighed in on the situation, describing the horsepower increase as a “good effort” while expressing curiosity about its implications for car performance. As Hendrick Motorsports navigates the playoffs with three drivers in contention, the focus on horsepower might be overshadowed by more pressing concerns.

As Larson prepares for the South Point 400, where he qualified in P6, he acknowledges the pressure to win early in the playoffs. Despite his impressive track record at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where he clinched his first victory for Hendrick Motorsports in March 2021, Larson insists that winning the first race isn’t the end-all-be-all. “It’s nice to look ahead a little bit,” he stated, “but it’s not everything.” Larson has won three times at Las Vegas, tying him with racing heavyweights Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski.

With Denny Hamlin taking pole position for the race, the statistics weigh in his favor; however, history suggests that no pole sitter has won at Las Vegas since Kyle Busch in 2009. In this unpredictable sport, Larson’s experience and resilience could be the X-factor he needs to push through.

As fans eagerly anticipate the horsepower increase, Larson’s cautionary words remind us that in racing, nothing is guaranteed, and every change deserves scrutiny. Will the horsepower boost elevate the racing experience, or will it simply be another blip on the radar? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the road ahead is fraught with uncertainty, and Larson is ready to face the challenges head-on. Buckle up, NASCAR fans—this season is gearing up to be anything but predictable!

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