When it comes to racing on the intermediate, 1.5-mile ovals on NASCAR’s Cup Series circuit, Josh Berry and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team have been among the fastest this year. They won at Las Vegas, started second, led two laps and finished 17th at Homestead and started seventh and led 41 laps before spinning from the lead last week at Texas.
Now it’s on to another intermediate track, Kansas Speedway. While all those tracks are look-alikes for the most part, each has its own characteristics, and that means teams like the Wood Brothers have to adjust their cars to adapt to each track’s unique features.
Berry said that at Kansas, the key is to be good in every groove of the racing surface.
“I think it just really boils down to the Next Gen era of racing, and it’s so hard to follow each other,” he said. “If your car is really good on the top, that’s great, but if you can’t move down to get some clean air, you’re not going to be able to pass. So, it’s just important to be good in multiple lanes because that way you can navigate racing through the field. But even if you’re the leader, you need to be able to navigate and pass lap traffic and make good lap time. I think that’s why [Kansas Speedway] seems to promote such good racing, because it has multiple lanes and allows us options to have side-by-side battles.”
Practice for the AdventHealth 400 is set for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Central Time (4:30 Eastern) to be followed by qualifying at 4:40 (5:40 Eastern). Amazon Prime will carry the TV coverage. Sunday’s 267-lap, 400.5-mile race is scheduled to get under way just after 2 p.m. (3 p.m. Eastern) with TV coverage on FS1. Stage breaks are planned for Laps 80 and 165.
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About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford is pursuing mobility solutions through Ford Next, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 177,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.
About Ford Performance
Ford Performance is based in Dearborn, Mich. It is responsible for Ford’s performance vehicle development and major racing operations globally, including NASCAR, IMSA, SRO British GT, FIA World Rally Championship, Supercars Championship, World of Outlaws, Ultra4, SCORE-International, FIA Rally-Raid, Formula Drift, NHRA, Rebelle Rally, Thailand Super Series and our latest commitment in Formula 1 with RedBull Ford Powertrains. Ford Performance also maintains a constantly evolving fleet of electric performance demonstrators to showcase the limits of electrification technology. In addition, the organization also oversees the development of Ford’s racing engines, as well as the outreach programs with all Ford Clubs and Ford enthusiasts. For more information regarding Ford racing’s activities, please visit Performance.Ford.com or follow @FordPerformance on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok and YouTube.
About Wood Brothers Racing
Founded in 1950 by Hall of Famer Glenn Wood in Stuart, Virginia, Wood Brothers Racing holds a special place in NASCAR history as the sport’s longest-running team. Over eight decades, the team has earned 101 victories in the NASCAR Cup Series, along with 120 poles, and remains proud of its longstanding relationship with Ford Motor Company, fielding only Ford products since its inception. Glenn’s brother, Leonard Wood, played a key role in shaping modern racing by developing the techniques behind today’s pit stops. With a rich legacy rooted in innovation and tradition, Wood Brothers Racing continues to honor its heritage while adapting for the future as it competes in NASCAR’s premier series with Josh Berry.
