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Ryan Blaney Calls for Urgent Safety Upgrades to Next-Gen NASCAR Cars After Hard-Hitting Season

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
November 4, 2024
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Ryan Blaney Calls for Urgent Safety Upgrades to Next-Gen NASCAR Cars After Hard-Hitting Season

Oct 26, 2024; Homestead, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney (12) during practice for the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Defending NASCAR champion Ryan Blaney is urging the sport’s governing body to prioritize driver safety by implementing changes to the Next-Gen car, citing his own recent experiences with high-impact crashes. This season has been particularly punishing for Blaney, who has endured multiple wrecks leading to bruises and damage to his No. 12 Ford, putting his championship-4 hopes in jeopardy and leaving him in a must-win scenario.

The Penske driver plans to bring his concerns to NASCAR in the off-season, pushing for adjustments that could limit the impact drivers absorb in side-impact collisions. Reflecting on his recent wreck at Las Vegas, Blaney emphasized that NASCAR has already made notable strides in addressing front and rear impact safety, but side-impact protection now needs attention.

“I definitely think changes need to be made,” Blaney said. “It’s something we can talk about during the off-season with NASCAR, and I plan on doing that.”

Blaney praised NASCAR’s recent safety improvements but stressed the need for continued evolution. “They’ve done a really good job with front and rear impacts,” he explained. “I’ve felt a lot of big hits, and the updates have made things better. But that was my first major side impact, and it’s an area we need to focus on next.”

Despite his setbacks, Blaney assured fans that he’s holding up well physically, crediting his team’s efforts to keep his car as safe as possible. However, with his championship hopes now hinging on aggressive performances in upcoming races, Blaney faces a delicate balance between pushing for victory and avoiding additional risks.

As NASCAR prepares for the off-season, Blaney’s call for safety enhancements spotlights a broader discussion around Next-Gen car improvements, with potential changes on the horizon that could safeguard drivers and enhance competition for seasons to come.

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