Spire Motorsports has announced a multi-year contract with Michael McDowell, who will drive the No. 71 car for the team next season. McDowell has been driving for Front Row Motorsports since 2018 and has had notable achievements, including winning the 2021 Daytona 500 and last year’s Cup race on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. Spire Motorsports president Doug Duchardt praised McDowell’s winning experience and NASCAR Playoff pedigree, expressing excitement for the team’s future with him on board.
McDowell expressed gratitude for this opportunity and emphasized his commitment to hard work in order to achieve success as a team. Duchardt also mentioned the team’s support for Zane Smith and Stephan Doran, who are currently driving the No. 71 car on loan from Trackhouse Racing. The Rookie of the Year battle between Zane and Carson is something that Spire Motorsports is looking forward to.
With this new partnership, McDowell is optimistic about the future and looks forward to contributing to the team’s success. Spire Motorsports is confident in McDowell’s abilities and looks forward to a productive and competitive season ahead, building on the positive momentum of adding a seasoned driver like McDowell to their lineup.