“They’re Making Maneuvers” – Dale Earnhardt Jr Reassures Fans as HMS Makes Behind the Scene Moves

In the world of NASCAR, the roar of engines and the pursuit of speed dominate the landscape. The latest episode of The Dale Jr. Download podcast provided fans with an exclusive peek into the behind-the-scenes actions of one of the most renowned race teams in the business—Hendrick Motorsports. 

In NASCAR, HMS has long been revered as a dominant force, akin to Mercedes F1 in its prime. However, the 2023 Cup Series season has been far from the triumphant campaign fans have grown accustomed to. In an intimate conversation between Dale Earnhardt Jr and co-host Mike Davis, secrets were spilled, revelations were made, and hope was rekindled for Chevy fans.

Dale Earnhardt Jr shares insights: Chevy’s reaction plan revealed

At the heart of the discussion was a candid reflection on the recent dominance of the Ford teams. With the Fords having found a secret formula for success, the Chevys were left in the dust, desperate to catch up. Mike Davis expressed curiosity about how teams search for ways to improve their speed and performance when lacking. He noted that when one team starts running well, often the whole group follows suit, citing examples of both Gibbs and Hendrick teams experiencing downturns in performance.

Dale Earnhardt Jr, known for his insightful analysis, pulled back the curtain on Chevrolet’s approach to the predicament. “They’re reacting to the performance and the lack of performance. They’re reacting now. They were reacting going into Richmond, you know, talking to some of the team’s principals behind the scenes. They are making maneuvers to improve. They realize, look, we need to step it up. So that’s already happening before we went to Richmond, didn’t we? We didn’t really see that change, anything about how they ran at Richmond.” 

While the changes didn’t immediately reflect their performance at Richmond, Dale emphasized that Chevrolet is actively working on improvements. Recognizing that adjustments are necessary for their cars to have a real shot at competing for a championship.

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As the playoffs loom large, former NASCAR driver Jeff Burton has issued a wake-up call to HMS.

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In a candid interview with NBC Sports, Burton held nothing back, expressing concern over the lackluster performances of some Hendrick drivers. While Kyle Larson and William Byron have managed to secure their spots in the Playoffs, Alex Bowman and fan-favorite Chase Elliott have not been so fortunate. “Chase Elliott did not have a great weekend,” Burton remarked. “He finished 13th, which is not where he or the team expected to be.”

The Richmond weekend was a brutal test for many drivers, with sweltering heat making the track an uncomfortable battlefield. Even Martin Truex Jr. from Joe Gibbs Racing attested to the grueling conditions. But for Hendrick Motorsports, the weekend only brought middling results. 

Burton didn’t mince words when pointing out the team’s struggles: “They could have taken much more advantage of the situation and put themselves in a better position. The problem is, I don’t see them having the ability to capitalize. The speed’s just not there, and it’s baffling. Every team goes through rough patches, but this one seems particularly puzzling.”

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But let’s not forget even champions experience rough waters. As Hendrick Motorsports grapples with this unforeseen challenge, they must find a way to regain their formidable pace. Time is of the essence, with the playoffs fast approaching.