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NASCAR has added a section to its rule book outlining the penalty options that could be imposed on a manufacturer for rules violations. The ability to penalize OEMs was officially added to the rule…
NASCAR recently added a section to its rule book outlining penalty options for manufacturers in response to race manipulation involving Chevrolet and Toyota drivers at Martinsville Speedway last fall. This move was made to address the controversy and ensure fair competition. The new section, 10.5.2.8 titled “OEM penalties,” grants NASCAR the authority to penalize OEMs for rules violations. The penalties may include point deductions, loss of wind tunnel hours, loss of RCFD runs, and loss of vehicle testing, with varying ranges for each. Furthermore, any attempts to improperly influence race outcomes are strictly prohibited and subject to penalties as outlined in the rules.
