Long-time Richard Childress Racing (RCR) competition executive Andy Petree has announced his retirement from the 55-year-old race team. Keith Rodden has been appointed interim competition director of RCR.

"I'm incredibly grateful to Richard Childress for the impact he has had on my career, as well as the wonderful memories and on-track success we have enjoyed together," said Petree.

A 35-year veteran of the motorsports industry, Petree first joined RCR in 1993 as the crew chief for Dale Earnhardt's famous No. 3 Chevrolet.

Petree most recently led RCR's competition team as executive vice president. In that role, he guided the organization to 26 race wins (nine in the NASCAR Cup Series and 17 in the NASCAR Xfinity Series) and helped RCR earn the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship in 2019.

Under Petree's leadership, RCR made seven NASCAR Cup Series Playoff appearances from 2017 to 2023. He was also instrumental in overseeing the development of the Next Gen Chevy.

Rodden, a veteran crew chief and race engineer, will take on a more significant role across the organization to help maximize the capabilities of RCR's Chevys and provide leadership, coordination and support.

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