Joe Gibbs Racing has filed for an injunction that would bind Spire Motorsports to terms covering only crew chief Chris Gabehart, according to court filings. The presiding judge has not yet ruled on the request, and a trial in the matter is scheduled to begin on February 1.
The legal action marks an escalation in the dispute between the two NASCAR organizations. Joe Gibbs Racing, one of the sport's most successful teams, is seeking to limit the scope of any binding order specifically to Gabehart's role, rather than applying broader restrictions across Spire Motorsports' operations.
Details of the underlying disagreement have not been fully disclosed in public filings. Both teams compete in the NASCAR Cup Series, where Gabehart has served as a championship-winning crew chief for Joe Gibbs Racing before the current dispute arose.
The February 1 trial date sets a firm timeline for resolution, though the judge's decision on the preliminary injunction could significantly shape the competitive landscape for both organizations before the 2027 NASCAR season begins.
