Eighteen‑year‑old Carson Brown, a Richard Childress Racing development driver, is set to make his NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series debut on Saturday at Iowa Speedway.
He will climb into the No. 32 Chevrolet for Jordan Anderson Racing in the HyVee Perks 250, with the green flag scheduled for 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
A quick look at Brown’s rapid rise
Brown has already captured six ARCA Menards Series victories this season, including his first career win at Phoenix, and he has finished inside the top five in every ARCA start.
Across those six ARCA outings he averaged a 2.5 finish and led 247 laps, underscoring his competitiveness on short tracks and superspeedways alike.
RCR announced his development contract in November 2025, positioning him as a leading candidate for one of the team’s two full‑time NOAPS entries slated for 2027.
Implications for the lineup
The move coincides with Jesse Love’s transition to the Cup Series with the Wood Brothers in 2027, while Austin Hill will remain with RCR as a full‑time Cup driver.
Brown’s entry adds depth to a roster that already includes seasoned competitors, and his performance in the upcoming race could influence future driver selections for the NOAPS program.