Joey Logano Credits Brad Keselowski for Pivotal Role in His Team Penske Success
Charlotte, NC — Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Joey Logano has credited fellow driver Brad Keselowski as a key figure in shaping what has become a Hall of Fame-worthy career with Team Penske.
In a recent interview, Logano reflected on the turning point that came after his departure from Joe Gibbs Racing in 2012. It was Keselowski, then an established driver at Penske, who advocated for Logano to be given a shot with the team—an opportunity that transformed Logano’s career trajectory.
“Brad really stuck his neck out for me,” Logano said. “He believed in me when not many people did, and without that, I don’t know if I’d be where I am today.”
Since joining Team Penske in 2013, Logano has amassed over 30 Cup Series wins, claimed two championships (2018 and 2022), and solidified his legacy as one of the most consistent and competitive drivers in modern NASCAR.
Keselowski’s influence, both on and off the track, proved instrumental in helping Logano settle into the Penske system and thrive under the team’s guidance. The respect between the two drivers remains strong, despite now being competitors with Keselowski co-owning RFK Racing.
The story underscores the often-unseen impact of mentorship and camaraderie in the world of high-stakes motorsports—a reminder that even fierce rivals can be the key to each other’s success.
