Thursday, November 25, 2010

Some more info on crew chief change

So here's a little background info on Steve Latarte:


Letarte is a 16-year employee of Hendrick Motorsports.  He took over crew chiefing responsibilities for four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jeff Gordon in mid-season 2005 and led the No. 24 team to 10 victories and 14 poles, including a six-win season in 2007.  Joining the No. 24 team as a tire specialist in 1997, Letarte served in multiple capacities during his progressive climb to crew chief, earning three Cup championships during that time span.

Now for the first time in his decorated career, Letarte begins work on cars other than those with the No. 24 on its side panels, although he won't have to leave the familiarity of his race shop or team to do it.  Essentially, Letarte's shop, cars, and team members will stay the same; it is the driver, sponsor, and car number that is being assigned to him, which in this case, translates to Earnhardt Jr., Amp Energy/National Guard, and the No. 88.

Long revered as a "people person", the 31-year-old Letarte took time on Wednesday, Nov. 24, to meet with the media and introduce himself to JR Nation via dalejr.com

To watch a video where Steve introduces himself, click here:  Steve Latarte introduces himself to JR Nation

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