Roger Penske has long been a powerhouse in motorsports, building empires across series with sharp decisions that keep his teams at the front. His influence stretches from IndyCar dominance to NASCAR Cup championships, always eyeing talent that fits his winning mold. Now, whispers in the garage point to another calculated step, this time involving a young driver who’s been turning heads in the Xfinity Series.
Carson Kvapil has been the talk of the garage for quite some time, showcasing skills honed on short tracks before stepping up to JR Motorsports. In his rookie full-time season driving the No. 1 Chevrolet, he’s sitting sixth in the points after 23 races, with five top-five finishes and 5 top-10s. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has praised his maturity, noting, “He’s got such good racecraft, bette