Overview

• Spire Motorsports ended its partnership with championship-winning crew chief Rodney Childers after nine races, citing chemistry and communication concerns over performance issues.
• Ryan Sparks, Spire's competition director and former crew chief, has been appointed as the interim crew chief for the No. 7 team, resuming a dual role.
• Justin Haley’s car failed pre-race inspection twice at Talladega, resulting in the ejection of car chief Doug Powers and the loss of pit stall selection, compounding the team’s challenges.
• Haley, who was not consulted on the crew chief change, expressed optimism about working with Sparks, citing their prior experience together in late 2024.
• Spire Motorsports continues to face instability, with significant personnel changes and inconsistent performance, as it aims to rebuild chemistry and competitiveness under new leadership.