The 2024 season has been a complete disaster for the Ford teams. RFK Racing, a top-level Ford team, had high hopes for the season. However, after eight races, they find themselves in a tough spot. Both Kyle Petty and his teammate Chris Buescher, who were strong contenders in the second half of the 2023 season, have failed to make an impact in any race this season, especially in the short distance races where they were expected to shine.
Kyle Petty, former NASCAR driver and race analyst, has now revealed why Ford is to blame for the team’s performance drop. He points out that the introduction of the Mustang Dark Horse and the subsequent change in the car’s style forced the team to start from scratch. Now they need to reassess what worked for them in 2023.
However, RFK Racing’s difficulties cannot solely be attributed to Ford’s new car. No Ford team has managed to win a race in any of the three major NASCAR races this season. In fact, most teams are struggling to even compete for wins. Teams are looking to the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for a solution, and it is crucial that it comes soon.
A two-time Cup Series champion, who has faced the biggest challenges this season, emphasized the need for Ford teams to focus on their engines to regain their position at the top. He believes they need to continue learning about the cars and make improvements to various components to maximize the car’s potential.
Ford has the responsibility to support their teams and help them break this losing streak. They must make the necessary adjustments to the cars in all three series and ensure they regain their position at the top. Failure to do so could result in a major public relations disaster for the company if the losing streak continues.
