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Travis Peterson will join Spire Motorsports next season to crew chief for Michael McDowell and the No. 71 team. It is a multiyear agreement for Peterson. Peterson and McDowell currently work togeth…
Travis Peterson will join Spire Motorsports next season as the crew chief for Michael McDowell and the No. 71 team in a multiyear agreement. He and McDowell, who currently work together at Front Row Motorsports, have been an effective pair on the No. 34 team since 2023, with a notable win on the Indianapolis road course last year. Spire Motorsports president Doug Duchardt expressed excitement about Peterson’s addition, highlighting his growth from a young engineer to a leader and crew chief. Peterson’s experience at JR Motorsports and Hendrick Motorsports, as well as his upcoming third season as a Cup Series crew chief, brings valuable expertise to Spire Motorsports.
Additionally, Spire Motorsports will expand to field three entries next season, including McDowell, Carson Hocevar, and a third driver yet to be named. Peterson and McDowell were attracted to Spire’s vision and engagement, seeing the potential for rewarding growth within the organization. Their strong communication, shared mindset, and genuine connection have fostered a successful partnership that they aim to continue building upon at Spire Motorsports. Both Peterson and McDowell value the intangible chemistry they share and believe that sustaining their relationship will lead to further success and improvement over time.
