Denny Hamlin has high expectations for Spire Motorsports in the coming years. The Chevy team made their intentions clear for the future by making the first major driver signing of the 2024 season. They have hired a driver from FRM and are determined to become contenders in the future. Veteran Denny Hamlin explained why this change is beneficial for both parties involved.
Hamlin noted that, considering the team’s trajectory over the next two years, it is a smart move for McDowell. He emphasized that, based on the team’s performance this year and their future lineup, they will soon be contenders for lower playoff positions, as they are a rising team.
Hamlin’s comments align with the actions of his own team, 23XI Racing, and Spire Motorsports. Both teams have made significant investments in their race shops and secured strong sponsorship deals. With the combination of experienced veterans and talented young drivers like Hocevar and McDowell, the future looks promising for Spire Motorsports.
During the podcast discussion about the change, Hamlin pointed out that McDowell is transitioning to a car that is currently not at the same level as the No:34 FRM Ford. While McDowell may see this as a lateral move, Hamlin believes that is not the case at the moment, but could be in the future.
Hamlin, as co-owner of 23XI Racing, is correct in stating that the current change is not parallel. However, he believes that in the next two years, Spire Motorsports could reach FRM in terms of quality. This would allow McDowell to return to his previous level of performance.
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