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NATIONWIDE: Toyota Disappointed in Engine Rule Change
Written by: SPEED Staff
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07/24/2008 - 10:59 AM
Indianapolis, Ind.
 
Lee White, newly appointed President and General Manager at TRD, is extremely disappointed in NASCAR's decision to change the Nationwide engine rules. (Photo courtesy of Toyota Motorsports) ยป More Photos

Toyota statement regarding Nationwide engines by Lee White, President and General Manager TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development):

“We’re extremely disappointed in NASCAR’s decision. In our opinion, there is no technical justification to penalize the Toyota engine utilized in the Nationwide Series. Toyota always has, and will continue to, abide by all NASCAR-mandated engine specifications and the Nationwide engine was built strictly to NASCAR specifications.

“The success of the Toyota Camry this year in the Nationwide Series is the result of hard work and achievement by all of our race teams -- Braun Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, Germain Racing and Michael Waltrip Racing -- working in conjunction with TRD U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development). All the tireless efforts
by our teams, TRD and Triad during the off-season, at pre-season testing and during the first half of the year, combined with extremely talented drivers, have produced exceptional results.

“Despite this setback, we will continue to work diligently to keep our Nationwide teams competitive. Our hope remains that a Toyota team or driver will be rewarded with a championship at the conclusion of this year. .

“Unfortunately, the decision by NASCAR could be more far-reaching than simply mandating Toyota to adjust its Nationwide engine. The real impact will be felt by the Toyota teams as they adjust to the change, work to remain competitive for the remainder of this season and attempt to line up their sponsorships for next year.”

SOURCE: Toyota Racing Development
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