It is no secret that Kyle Larson’s reaction to NASCAR’s horsepower increase has left the racing world a bit stunned. “I would encourage everybody to temper their expectations; it’s not way different,” Larson said, downplaying the 80-HP boost on top of the current 670 hp. The 2021 cup series champion tested the change at Kershaw earlier this year and admitted he barely noticed it. And while Larson remains skeptical about its impact, Joe Gibbs Racing’s Christopher Bell sees it differently.

Interestingly, Larson wasn’t informed about the power boost beforehand and only realized it after the test. However, the No. 5 driver didn’t feel the difference, but he acknowledges that the adjustment is a step in the right direction, even though it is not a drastic overhaul. However, Bell is warming

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