A year after selling the Live Fast Motorsports charter to Spire Motorsports, B.J. McLeod remains confident in his decision. The move transformed his team from a full-time operation to a limited-schedule competitor, focusing primarily on superspeedways.

"I'm happier now than I was a year ago," McLeod reflects, despite missing the regular NASCAR family atmosphere. In 2024, he made five Cup Series starts and four Xfinity Series appearances, plus additional races for Carl Long's team.

The charter sale came as NASCAR's rapid evolution began outpacing Live Fast Motorsports' capabilities. While the team wasn't meeting performance goals or financial requirements, the high market value presented an opportune moment to sell.

Post-charter performance has actually improved. In three of his five 2024 starts, McLeod finished 25th or better. He led laps at both Talladega Superspeedway and Atlanta Motor Speedway, consistently running in the lead pack with competitive lap times.

The freedom from charter obligations has allowed McLeod to focus purely on racing performance rather than points and financial pressures. This mindset shift has rekindled his passion for competitive driving, reminiscent of his earlier career when he accumulated over 100 super late model wins and 22 championships.

Looking ahead, McLeod remains committed to NASCAR competition while expanding into new ventures. His team is developing the Pigeon Forge Racing Coaster in Tennessee, set to open in spring 2025. This unique attraction will be America's first racing coaster where riders can control their speed and race against each other.

Despite the transformation, Live Fast Motorsports continues its NASCAR journey with renewed focus and optimism, proving that sometimes taking a step back can lead to moving forward more effectively.

Related Articles

Previous Articles