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NASCAR held its first wet weather tire test at an intermediate track on Monday, and the first reports were positive. The test was held at Homestead-Miami Speedway a day after its Round of 8 race. A…
NASCAR conducted its first wet weather tire test at Homestead-Miami Speedway with positive feedback from drivers on the track conditions and tire performance. Drivers Alex Bowman, John Hunter Nemechek, and Ryan Preece tested five sets of wet weather tires, with four different options available. NASCAR Cup Series managing director Brad Moran praised the tires for holding up well and providing good performance on the damp track. The drivers were pleased with the tire performance, unanimously agreeing on the best option. NASCAR plans to increase the use of wet weather tires next season following successful tests at various tracks. Wet weather tires have been used in non-points races and points-paying events, allowing NASCAR to restart events sooner in light rain conditions.
