Austin Hill Secures 2027 Seat in the No. 33 Chevrolet
NASCAR announced that Austin Hill will contest the full 2027 Cup Series schedule behind the wheel of the No. 33 Chevrolet fielded by Richard Childress Racing. The agreement marks the culmination of a five‑year ascent through the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, where Hill captured the 2023 regular‑season championship and amassed a record 11 victories on drafting circuits.
Hill’s résumé includes 16 career wins across NASCAR’s national series, a championship in 2023, and a trip to the Championship 4 in 2024. A native of Georgia, he has also logged valuable Cup Series mileage while navigating a dual‑schedule in 2026, a season that tested his adaptability and race‑craft under pressure.
A Legacy Reborn
The move places Hill within a storied development pipeline that has produced Hall of Famers such as Kevin Harvick and Clint Bowyer, as well as recent standouts Austin Dillon and Tyler Reddick. Richard Childress praised Hill’s talent, growth and work ethic, noting his poise during the team’s recent challenges following the loss of Kyle Busch in May 2026.
Childress highlighted Hill’s ability to thrive in difficult circumstances, stating that the driver’s leadership and relentless pursuit of improvement align perfectly with RCR’s vision for the next era. The partnership is expected to revitalize the No. 33 program and contend for wins on the sport’s most competitive drafting tracks.