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Connor Zilisch, a leading figure in the NASCAR Cup Series, has announced his exit from Hendrick Motorsports, concluding a partnership that has shaped his early career and prompting reflections on the team's future direction.
Hendrick Motorsports has locked in 20‑year‑old Connor Zilisch for its flagship Chevrolet, while extending Alex Bowman’s final season and keeping Ally Financial as sponsor.
Connor Zilisch’s move to Hendrick Motorsports, combined with struggles on the track for Shane van Gisbergen and Ross Chastain, puts Trackhouse Racing’s charter and competitive outlook under intense scrutiny.
After a dominant 2025 season that yielded ten wins and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series championship, Connor Zilisch is set to transition from Trackhouse Racing to Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, bringing his talent and Ally sponsorship to the No. 48 Chevrolet.
Hendrick Motorsports announced that Connor Zilisch will drive the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet in the 2028 season, stepping into the seat vacated by Alex Bowman after his retirement. The move follows a breakout year for Zilisch, who has already claimed multiple victories in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and earned a regular‑season championship with JR Motorsports.
Connor Zilisch, a 20‑year‑old rookie, will take over the No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, replacing Alex Bowman and joining a legacy‑rich organization.
Connor Zilisch has signed a multiyear contract to pilot the No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, taking over from Alex Bowman, who will retire at the end of 2027. The move highlights Zilisch’s rising profile and the continuation of Ally’s longstanding sponsorship.
After a challenging debut season, Connor Zilisch signs a long‑term contract with Hendrick Motorsports, leaving Trackhouse Racing as the team prepares for a three‑car expansion and a uncertain future for its other drivers.
Connor Zilisch, a 20‑year‑old NASCAR prodigy, will take over the iconic No. 48 car next season, bringing his Xfinity Series dominance to the Cup stage.
The young driver will take the wheel of the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet next season, while Trackhouse Racing grapples with uncertainty over its remaining seats.
NASCAR’s next rising star, Connor Zilisch, is set to drive the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports beginning in 2028, after Alex Bowman’s retirement.
Kyle Larson tackled two major events on the same night, delivering a sixth‑place result in the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 before conquering the Knoxville Nationals Sprint Car race after a rain‑induced delay.
Connor Zilisch, a rising star from Charlotte, signs with Hendrick Motorsports to take the wheel of the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet, replacing Alex Bowman and aiming to extend the team's record‑setting legacy.
NASCAR prospect Connor Zilisch has agreed to a multi-year contract with Hendrick Motorsports, stepping into the No. 48 Chevrolet for the 2028 season after Alex Bowman's retirement.
Hendrick Motorsports announced that Connor Zilisch will drive the No. 48 Ally‑sponsored Chevrolet in the Cup Series beginning in 2028, marking the end of Alex Bowman’s full‑time career and the start of a new era.
A young talent with a strong track record in NASCAR and IMSA signs a multi‑year agreement, aiming to restore the historic No. 48’s legacy.
Connor Zilisch, a 20‑year‑old NASCAR rookie, is set to replace Alex Bowman at Hendrick Motorsports after the 2027 season, bringing a fresh sponsor and a multi‑year deal.
Joey Logano’s win at Richmond catapults him into the top tier of the 2026 championship battle, setting the stage for a fierce finish.
Rain at Richmond Raceway opened a narrow window for Kyle Larson to compete in the Knoxville Nationals, where a timely tire change and a $200,000 prize capped a career‑defining weekend.
NASCAR confirmed Joey Logano’s win at Richmond and announced dyno tests for four competing cars ahead of the season’s final stretch.
Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond reshapes the NASCAR Cup Series standings, lifting him to ninth and setting up a tight finish with Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, and others.
Joey Logano's victory at Richmond propels him into the championship conversation, while Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott and others jockey for position ahead of the playoffs.
The playoff picture is entering its most critical juncture, with the final two races set to determine the 2026 champion.