Up to Speed: Rules, Not Racing, Dominate ROVAL Playoff Weekend
It’s not optimal when fans are talking about rulings over racecars.
Bryan began writing for Frontstretch in 2016. He has penned Up to Speed for the past eight years. A lifelong student of auto racing, Bryan is a published author and automotive historian. He is a native of Columbus, Ohio and currently resides in Southern Kentucky.
Up to Speed: Did Team Penske’s Playoff Strategy Backfire at Talladega?
Team Penske had a rotten day at Talladega.
Up to Speed: Contenders Miss Opportunities at Kansas Speedway
There’s plenty of time left in the playoffs, but Kansas could turn into one that got away for more than one contender.
Up to Speed: Alex Bowman Versus the Round of 12
Bowman has only made it out of the second round of the playoffs once in his career.
Up to Speed: Will Veteran Experience Pay Off at Bristol?
Martin Truex Jr., Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin had rough days at Watkins Glen. Can they snag a spot in the next round?
Up to Speed: Will Austin Cindric Be a Playoff Surprise?
After an impressive run at Atlanta, how far can Team Penske’s youngest drive go in the playoffs?
Up to Speed: Darlington Raceway Brings Out Best in Chase Briscoe
Briscoe’s Southern 500 win will go down as one of the defining moments of his career.
Up to Speed: ‘Win and You’re In’ Exposes Playoff Illegitimacy
Maybe NASCAR should rethink what qualifies a driver for the playoffs.
Up to Speed: Can Martin Truex Jr. Score 1 Last Win?
Truex winning in the next 12 races is not impossible, but he would be bucking the recent trend.
Up to Speed: What Comes Next for Zane Smith?
Despite winning the 2022 Truck title and earning a promotion to the Cup Series in 2024, Smith’s Cup future is unclear for 2025.