NASCAR has imposed a significant penalty on the No. 69 MBM Motorsports team, owned by Carl Long, following their participation in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race in Indianapolis. This summer, the team presented a Ram vehicle for the first time, driven by Jonathan Shafer, who failed to qualify for the competition.
The penalties, which include a fine of 5,000 dollars and the deduction of 25 points for both the driver and the owner, stemmed from an infraction detected during the pre-qualifying inspection. Specifically, the team violated sections 14.2.3.6 A and B of the NASCAR rulebook, which stipulates that no shifters manufactured more than two years ago can be used.
With this penalty, MBM Motorsports is now at -14 points in the owners’ standings, while Shafer records -25 points in the drivers’ standings, as he has yet to participate in any races this season. Due to qualification issues, Shafer has accrued three DNQs (Did Not Qualify) throughout the year 2026.
This penalty adds to the ongoing pressure the team faces, with a competitive environment that is becoming increasingly demanding in the NASCAR Truck Series.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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