NASCAR's Joey Logano on Shaving Head, Racing Evolution

Three-time Cup Series champ kicks off 8th season of '12 Questions' interview series

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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In a wide-ranging interview, NASCAR driver Joey Logano discussed his early-career mistakes, the evolution of racing, and his decision to shave his head in the offseason. Logano, a three-time Cup Series champion, kicked off the 17th year of Jeff Gluck's '12 Questions' interview series.

Why it matters

Logano's candid reflections provide insight into how the sport of NASCAR has changed over the years, from more aggressive driving styles to the increased importance of off-track preparation and teamwork. His personal decision to shave his head also offers a lighthearted look at how drivers adapt to changes, both on and off the track.

The details

Logano touched on a variety of topics, including his preference for arriving early to events, his annoyance with poor traffic flow leaving racetracks, and his embrace of the NASCAR playoff system despite initial skepticism. He also discussed the evolution of aggressive driving in the sport, noting that moves that were once considered controversial are now commonplace. Logano also shared a humorous story from early in his career about accidentally crashing a pit car, an incident that he can now laugh about.

  • Logano's interview kicks off the 17th year of Jeff Gluck's '12 Questions' series.
  • The interview was published on February 10, 2026.

The players

Joey Logano

A three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion who is the subject of this wide-ranging interview.

Jeff Gluck

A journalist who has been conducting the '12 Questions' interview series with NASCAR drivers for the past 17 years.

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What they’re saying

“I'm early for everything. For one, I can't stand people who are late because I feel like it's disrespectful, so I don't want to be that guy. I don't want anyone ever waiting on me.”

— Joey Logano (The Athletic)

“Sometimes the traffic flow leaving the racetrack bothers me. The (traffic pattern) could be a lot better leaving some of the races. I'm like, 'This would be a lot better if I can just turn here. I wouldn't be holding anybody up. What are we accomplishing by doing this?'”

— Joey Logano (The Athletic)

What’s next

Logano will continue the '12 Questions' interview series, with the next driver set to be interviewed in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Logano's candid reflections on the evolution of NASCAR racing and his personal journey provide a unique perspective on the sport's changing landscape. His willingness to adapt, both on and off the track, highlights the multifaceted nature of being a top-level NASCAR driver in the modern era.