NASCAR driver Joey Logano has recently been fined $50,000 for violating the NASCAR Member Code of Conduct during the race at Richmond Raceway. The incident occurred following Austin Dillon’s controversial victory, where Dillon’s aggressive maneuvers led to Logano and Denny Hamlin being wrecked. In response, Logano drove down pit road and performed a burnout near Dillon’s pit crew, expressing his frustration. This action was deemed a violation of NASCAR’s conduct protocols, resulting in the substantial fine. citeturn0search0
Reflecting on his actions, Logano acknowledged that his behavior was inappropriate, stating that while he had control of his vehicle and did not intend to harm anyone, he understood the optics of his actions and accepted the penalty. He compared his frustration to witnessing robbers celebrating with stolen possessions, emphasizing the emotional context behind his response. citeturn0search3
This fine adds to Logano’s history of penalties. Earlier in 2024, he was penalized for wearing unapproved safety gloves at Atlanta Motor Speedway, leading to a rear-field start and a drive-through penalty during the race. citeturn0search1 Additionally, during the Phoenix race, Logano received a pass-through penalty for a restart violation, which he felt was unjust. citeturn0search4
These incidents highlight the challenges drivers face in managing their emotions and adhering to NASCAR’s conduct standards, both on and off the track.
