When it comes to an issue involving two or more individuals in NASCAR, it's safe to assume the truth lies somewhere in between. But just because the same problem hit a larger number of teams, did that mean there was something wrong with the product -- in this case the tires supplied by Goodyear -- or was it simply a matter of more teams playing it fast and loose with things such as chassis setups and air pressures? Lower air pressures provide additional grip, but can also hasten tire wear and lead to failure. At Auto Club, Goodyear's race-day recommendation was 22 psi for the left front, 20 psi for the left rear.
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