Kevin Harvick is placing his bets on Ford drivers to perform well at Talladega. The two-time NASCAR Cup champion is looking for redemption in the 2024 season after a disappointing title defense last year. In 2023, he only managed to secure one victory and struggled to maintain consistency. This season, he continues to face challenges with bad luck and execution errors.
Harvick’s struggles are amplified by the poor performance of the entire Ford garage this year. The team has yet to secure a win. However, Talladega has been a historically consistent track for both the drivers and the manufacturer. Joey Logano, who has been winless for 34 races since his Atlanta win last year, is hoping to break his streak at this weekend’s race.
Logano has received the vote of confidence from a former Cup champion and Fox broadcaster. The broadcaster predicts that Logano and his No. 22 Team Penske Racing crew will emerge victorious this weekend. He believes that Logano will be highly aggressive on Sunday and has gained positive momentum with recent top-10 finishes.
The former RCR driver also has an underdog pick for the race. He expects to see Todd Gilliland as a strong contender for the win. Gilliland has been the top-performing Ford driver on Superspeedways this season, leading the most laps at Atlanta and Daytona.
While Gilliland’s victory may seem unlikely, a Ford win at Talladega is a possibility. The Team Penske and RFK Racing cars will be the main contenders, and if they can work together as a team, a victory is within reach. Kevin Harvick is particularly eager to see a Ford win at Talladega.