With better racing as the goal and with the resources and time to explore, the group can go down paths already knowing that some might not work but without the feeling that it cost itself precious time and effort. If there are bumps in the road, the group can continue and see if things can be smoothed out rather than just abandoning the effort. NASCAR must have the ability to change quickly. It must explore avenues for car development without staffing or time being an impediment. Improving the racing is no easy task. The tracks were built to allow for both IndyCar and stock-car racing. That means moderate banking and wide enough tracks that have resulted in stock cars getting strung out if there is only one viable line. So the test Monday was a good step in the right direction. It is a sign that NASCAR is serious about change. Change is needed. The “Gen-6” car has had better racing overall this year, especially at tracks with more tire wear. But it’s not where it needs to be. Some people want to say that not every race can be a great race, which happens when a driver hits on a setup and stinks up the show. That’s true. But there’s nothing wrong with wanting as many good races as possible, that when single-file races occur to look at solutions. When people are dicing for position, the more likely there are cautions that will bunch up the field and create more excitement, especially at the front of the field. Hopefully NASCAR has reduced the hurdles and barriers to change with its new structure and its focus on improving the racing workds. NASCAR needs to keep pushing forward to make changes to the car with the zeal of a Kyle Busch and the attitude of a Brad Keselowski.
