Legacy Motor Club CEO Says Chevrolet Gave The NASCAR Cup Team 'Tier Three' Treatment
Cal Wells, who has a 40-year relationship with Toyota, says the team's move to Toyota gives LMC co-owners Jimmie Johnson and Maury Gallagher a better chance at success.
Legacy Motor Club Moves to Toyota for Better Opportunities
Cal Wells, the CEO of Legacy Motor Club NASCAR Cup team, believes that the team never had a chance to be a championship contender as a 'third tier' partner with Chevrolet.
To increase their chances of success, the team is making a move to Toyota, which Wells considers a 'tier one' deal. The team had a disappointing season last year, finishing winless and 12th in the NASCAR Cup team points standings.
Wells, who has a longstanding relationship with Toyota dating back to 1982, is confident that Toyota will provide LMC with the attention and technical support they were lacking with GM.
A Team with Championship Pedigree Struggles
Despite having a star-studded ownership group, including seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson and team ambassador Richard Petty, LMC has struggled to find success on the track.
Last season, the team failed to win a race and finished 12th in the team points standings. The underwhelming performance prompted a reevaluation of the team's strategy and a search for better support.
Cal Wells, who joined LMC as CEO last summer, identified a lack of 'tier one' status within Chevrolet as a major hindrance. The team felt limited in terms of information and support compared to other top-tier teams.
Switching to Toyota for a Fresh Start
Wells, having a strong connection with Toyota, saw an opportunity for LMC to make a significant change. Through a series of meetings, it was decided that a move to Toyota would be the best course of action.
The advantages of joining the Toyota factory stable were apparent. Toyota was willing to provide the team with the 'tier one' status they were seeking, along with the necessary technical support.
With the move to Toyota, LMC hopes to compete on a more competitive level and leverage the expertise and resources of both Jimmie Johnson and Maury Gallagher to achieve success.
