Joe Gibbs Racing Exposes Worrying Reality of NASCAR Drivers at Goodyear’s Expense

The partnership between NASCAR and ‘Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company’ spans 70 long years. Over the last quarter of a decade, the tire maker has been the sole official tire partner for the top tier of American stock car racing.

The Issue with Goodyear's Tires

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Despite such a trusted and lengthy collaboration, drivers like the legendary Tony Stewart and Denny Hamlin have expressed their frustration with the tires the company has manufactured. The ongoing season in 2023 has been no exception, with many drivers losing out on crucial points due to safety-compromising blown tires.

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Joe Gibbs Racing's Response

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One of the teams that has been heavily affected by this issue is that of Joe Gibbs. The team’s drivers faced many losses courtesy of Goodyear, and its social media team decided to make a showcase of the company on their Instagram handle.

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Fans' Reaction

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Despite Goodyear's influence over the transformation of NASCAR cars over the years, fans were exasperated with the decision to extend its contract as the “Official Tire Partner”. The repeated tire failures and blow-outs were hindering the chances of their stars and causing a much less interesting experience.

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