Stenhouse Jr. Prepares for a Milestone Race
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will take the wheel of the No. 47 Clemco Chevrolet for Hyak Motorsports as the team prepares for the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at EchoPark Speedway. The race, scheduled for Sunday, July 12, will be televised on TNT at 7 p.m. Eastern Time, giving fans a chance to see the new partnership in action.
This weekend marks Clemco’s first appearance as a primary sponsor in the 2026 season, a milestone that celebrates the company’s 85‑year legacy of surface‑preparation innovation. The collaboration between Clemco and Hyak Motorsports is framed around a shared focus on performance, precision and relentless execution.
Strategy on a Aging Surface
Stenhouse emphasized the importance of securing a strong qualifying position, noting that a good starting spot sets the tone for an aggressive yet calculated race strategy. He said the team will stay relentless throughout the event, adapting to the evolving track conditions.
EchoPark Speedway’s aging asphalt presents a unique challenge, demanding careful tire management and strategic adjustments as the rubber wears. Crew chiefs will need to fine‑tune setups to maintain grip while preserving the car’s balance over the final laps.
Fans can expect a competitive showing from a driver who has demonstrated speed at Atlanta in past outings, and the partnership may signal a new chapter for both Hyak Motorsports and Clemco as they look to blend experience with fresh energy.
The Clemco‑Hyak alliance underscores how long‑standing industrial expertise can translate onto the high‑stakes stage of NASCAR, blending engineering rigor with the sport’s visceral thrill.