NASCAR this week unveiled a new car body design for its developmental
K&N Pro series, making the cars much more similar to those used in the Sprint Cup
series.
The new design, which can be used starting next season and
becomes mandatory in 2017, is made from a composite laminate blend and allows
teams to easily install and repair damaged panels.
It will be available in all three manufacturer models: Chevrolet
SS, Ford Fusion, and Toyota Camry. The new body will also be eligible for
competition in the Automobile Racing Club of America series beginning in 2015.
"The new K&N Pro
Series body represents a major win for the teams, the fans, and the racing
industry as a whole,” said Jim Cassidy, senior vice president, racing operations
for NASCAR. “This will give our emerging talent the opportunity to gain more
valuable, relevant racing experience, and our fans and industry partners will
appreciate the car’s similarity in appearance to both the NASCAR Sprint Cup
Series cars and street models.”
