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Toyota Racing Development is taking additional measures to remedy the issues that have caused a recent rash of engine failures at Cup Series races. Tyler Gibbs, the general manager of TRD, had stat…
Toyota Racing Development has identified issues causing recent engine failures at Cup Series races and are working to fix them. The general manager, Tyler Gibbs, stated they are as prepared as possible moving forward, despite the similar nature of the problems, each failure had different causes. An engine failure on Martin Truex Jr.’s car was the fifth Toyota engine failure since June. TRD has concerns with valve springs and is collaborating with suppliers to address the inconsistency in quality. A ‘fire team’ has been sent to update engines for better durability, with the goal of perfect engine reliability every year. Toyota has six drivers in playoff position, with Bell, Hamlin, and Reddick guaranteed to compete for the championship, while Truex is the highest driver without a victory. Gibbs and Wallace are also above the cutoff line.
