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Tyler Reddick Exposes NASCAR’s Next Gen Car: How It Destroys His Signature Racing Skill!

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
September 12, 2025
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Tyler Reddick Exposes NASCAR’s Next Gen Car: How It Destroys His Signature Racing Skill!

Sep 6, 2025; Madison, Illinois, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (45) during practice and qualifying for the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Joe Puetz-Imagn Images

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Tyler Reddick Sounds Off: NASCAR’s Next Gen Car Strips Away His Competitive Edge!

In a shocking revelation, NASCAR star Tyler Reddick has exposed the harsh reality facing drivers in the wake of the Next Gen car’s deployment in the 2022 Cup Series. As the new racing technology continues to reshape the sport, Reddick, a driver for 23XI Racing, finds himself grappling with a significant disadvantage that threatens to undermine his hard-earned skills. And he isn’t shy about sharing his frustrations!

Appearing on the popular Stacking Pennies podcast, Reddick opened up about his recent performance at the Southern 500, where he impressively clinched a second-place finish at the iconic Darlington Raceway. This stellar showing has positioned him favorably in the ongoing playoffs, with hopes of advancing to the Round of 12 after this Sunday’s showdown at Bristol. But amidst the accolades, Reddick has a bone to pick with the Next Gen car that could reshape his career trajectory.

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“I kind of hate it, if that makes sense,” Reddick confessed, his voice tinged with disappointment. “I really loved the precision required with the steel-bodied car at tracks like Homestead and Darlington.” The steel body of the previous Cup Series car demanded unparalleled skill, particularly while navigating the highline and hugging the wall. Reddick, known for his razor-sharp driving, thrived in those conditions, showcasing an extraordinary ability to avoid contact with the barriers.

However, the introduction of the composite-bodied Next Gen car has transformed the racing landscape, dulling Reddick’s once-vibrant edge. In stark contrast to the previous Gen 6 era, where brushing the wall could spell disaster, the new design seemingly offers a more forgiving experience, enabling drivers to bounce off the barriers without severe repercussions. “I could run really close to the wall and not hit it,” Reddick lamented, highlighting his once-significant advantage now rendered virtually obsolete.

But how is the Next Gen car complicating the Darlington experience? Reddick explained that mastery over spatial awareness was crucial in the Gen 6 car. “I had a really good awareness of where my right rear quarter panel was,” he noted, revealing a strategy that involved listening to the exhaust pipes to gauge proximity to the wall. Unfortunately, this technique has been compromised in the Next Gen vehicle, where exhaust now exits from both sides, stripping drivers of critical feedback.

In the closing laps of the Darlington race, Reddick found himself alongside fellow driver Kyle Larson, both of them careening off the wall with little consequence. “We were simply bouncing off the wall and weren’t being punished by the track in any way,” he said, underscoring the substantial shift in how drivers now experience the limits of their machines.

As Reddick continues to navigate this new reality, the implications for his career—and that of other drivers—are profound. Will this shift in vehicle dynamics lead to a homogenization of racing skills, or will it push drivers to adapt and innovate in ways we’ve yet to see? One thing is for certain: the Next Gen car has fundamentally altered the game, and Tyler Reddick’s voice is one that reflects the broader struggle many drivers face. The question remains—can he adapt and reclaim his edge, or has the sport changed forever?

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