In 2021, Hendrick Motorsports will field four full-time Cup Series teams with the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, including the No. 5 for Kyle Larson, the No. 9 for Chase Elliott, the No. 24 for William Byron, and the No.
Who drives for Hendricks in 2021?
It should come as no surprise then that team owner Rick Hendrick is “extremely happy and humbled” by the overall success of his four teams this season. Two Hendrick drivers, Kyle Larson and Elliott, will run for the championship Sunday (2 p.m. ET, NBC) at Phoenix Raceway.
Who drivers Hendricks 2022?
Kyle Larson, Alex Bowman, Chase Elliott and William Byron are the new faces of one of the most successful teams in racing, and are carrying the weight with ease.
What Nascar drivers drive for Hendricks?
About Hendrick Motorsports
Notable drivers that have piloted a Hendrick race car include Ricky Rudd, Terry Labonte, Kyle Busch, Kasey Kahne, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jimmie Johnson, and Jeff Gordon. They are currently the reigning Cup Series Champions with Kyle Larson grabbing the title in the No. 5 Chevrolet.
How old are the Hendrick drivers for 2021?
This move sets Hendrick Motorsports up for the long haul, as they now have four drivers aged 28 or younger on their team. Just six seasons ago, none of the drivers in their 2021 lineup were competing for the team.
15 related questions foundWho is driving the 88 car in 2021?
Outlook: Ives will shift with driver Alex Bowman from the No. 88 to the No. 48 for the 2021 season. The two have teamed up for two wins and three playoff appearances in as many years.
Who does Denny Hamlin drive for?
Denny Hamlin drives the No. 11 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing and co-owns 23XI Racing with NBA legend Michael Jordan in the NASCAR Cup Series. He has amassed 47 wins, including triumphs in the Daytona 500 (2016, 2019, 2020) and Southern 500 (2010, 2017, 2021) in 17 full seasons.
What team does Kyle Larson drive for?
Now, Larson, 29, is a Nascar Cup Series champion, winning Sunday's championship race at Phoenix Raceway to bring home the Bill France Trophy for Hendrick Motorsports. Throughout the 2021 Cup Series season, Larson dominated.
Who is driving the number 2 car in 2022?
2 car at Team Penske for 2022 season. NASCAR Cup team owner Roger Penske announced Thursday that 22-year-old Austin Cindric will be replacing former series champion Brad Keselowski in the No. 2 Ford Mustang next season.
Who is driving the 42 car in 2022?
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Trackhouse Racing announced Tuesday that it has hired Ross Chastain to drive its second car in the NASCAR Cup Series beginning in 2022. Chastain currently drives the No. 42 Chevrolet for Chip Ganassi Racing, which will be purchased by Trackhouse after the 2021 season.
Does Chad Knaus still work for Hendrick Motorsports?
He is currently employed at Hendrick Motorsports as the Vice President of Competition. Knaus has 81 victories as Jimmie Johnson's crew chief and is the only NASCAR crew chief to win five consecutive championships. He has worked in NASCAR since 1991.
How many wins does Hendrick Motorsports have in 2021?
Adding to this growing list, it was Hendrick's most winningest season in the Cup Series since 2007 when the organization won 18 races. They ended with 17 wins in 2021.
Is Jeff Gordon part owner of Hendrick Motorsports?
In 1999, Rick Hendrick and Jeff Gordon signed a deal that made the driver a co-owner of the car. “Jeff has reached a point in his career where he is ready to contribute in more ways, and our team is at a stage where his added involvement is both needed and welcomed,” Hendrick had said.
Who does Martin Truex drive for?
Martin Truex Jr. is the 2017 NASCAR Cup Series champion and in his third season driving the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. He earned his first win with the team in 2019 at Richmond Raceway, and his most recent came at Richmond Raceway in 2021. He has 31 career victories in the series.
Does Denny Hamlin drive for FedEx?
Denny Hamlin and longtime primary sponsor FedEx have agreed to multiyear extensions with Joe Gibbs Racing, the organization announced Monday. The terms of the deals were not disclosed. “I'm so fortunate to have the support of FedEx behind me throughout my career,” said Hamlin in a team release.
What will happen to the 88 car in 2021?
As a result, there will be no #88 Chevrolet in 2021. There hasn't not been a #88 car in a Cup Series season since 1993. Bowman replaced Dale Earnhardt Jr. behind the wheel of the #88 Chevrolet after Earnhardt retired following the 2017 season.
Who is driving the 21 car in 2021?
21 car. Wood Brothers Racing said Thursday that DiBenedetto would be back with the team for the 2021 season. DiBenedetto had signed a one-year deal with an option to replace Paul Menard after the 2019 season. DiBenedetto made the playoffs in 2020 as the No.
Who will drive the 43 car in 2021?
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Erik Jones will drive NASCAR's iconic No. 43 next season for Richard Petty Motorsports, a pairing of a driver and a team both in need of fresh starts.
How many Corvettes does Rick Hendrick's own?
Rick Hendrick's Corvette collection
As per the Detroit Free Press, it houses 210 expensive and rare luxury vehicles, including 120 Chevrolet Corvette models.
Who is the richest NASCAR car owner?
Rick Hendrick Net Worth: Rick Hendrick is an American businessman, entrepreneur, and retired race car driver who has a net worth of $1 billion dollars. Hendrick is best known for being the owner of the NASCAR team Hendrick Motorsports.
