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Friends, Foes, and the Fine Line: Zane Smith Opens Up About NASCAR’s Garage Dynamics with some controversy comments

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
January 9, 2025
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Friends, Foes, and the Fine Line: Zane Smith Opens Up About NASCAR’s Garage Dynamics with some controversy comments

Nov 9, 2024; Avondale, Arizona, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Zane Smith during qualifying for the Championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Racing isn’t just about speed and skill; it’s about managing relationships in a hyper-competitive environment. Former NASCAR Truck Series champion Zane Smith, now making waves in the Cup Series, recently shed light on the delicate balance of friendship and rivalry within the NASCAR garage. With 38 grueling weeks on the road, where drivers, teams, and crews live in close quarters, tensions can run as high as the speeds on the track.

Smith candidly discussed the challenges of maintaining friendships in such a cutthroat setting, admitting that true camaraderie is rare but invaluable. The key, he said, lies in compartmentalizing emotions.

“It’s hard to have friends in this industry. But fortunately, we do have a friend group that has a similar mindset of, hey, let’s leave everything on the track, and that’s work. Be mad at each other on the track, but put it behind you and move forward come the next week.”

Friendship vs. Competition

Smith emphasized the importance of maturity in navigating conflicts. On-track rivalries, no matter how heated, are handled like professionals once the checkered flag drops.

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“We’re adults. We can hash it out or whatnot. But it’s definitely fun to have a few beers and hang out after races with a group of friends.”

While camaraderie may exist, it doesn’t mean taking it easy on friends during races. If anything, it intensifies the competition. Smith revealed that racing against close friends often leads to some of the hardest battles.

“No chance. I can promise you, we race each other harder. I can think off the top of my head the amount of times me and Todd Gilliland have ran into each other, me and Noah [Gragson] having our fight or racing really hard.”

A Brotherhood Built on Battle

Smith’s insights highlight the unique nature of NASCAR’s ecosystem. Rivals one week, friends the next, drivers learn to navigate the fine line between professional competition and personal relationships. This dynamic creates an intriguing paradox: the same intensity that fuels rivalries can also strengthen bonds.

Ultimately, it’s this blend of high-stakes drama on the track and human connection off of it that makes NASCAR more than just a sport—it’s a family, albeit one that fights hard and forgives quickly. For Smith and his peers, it’s all about finding that balance, ensuring the adrenaline of race day doesn’t bleed into the friendships that make life on the road bearable.

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