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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.
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.
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.
NASCAR confirmed Joey Logano’s win at Richmond and announced dyno tests for four competing cars ahead of the season’s final stretch.
The playoff picture is entering its most critical juncture, with the final two races set to determine the 2026 champion.
After Chase Elliott’s record‑breaking performance at Indianapolis, JR Motorsports has tapped Rajah Caruth to drive the iconic No. 88 Chevrolet for the remainder of the 2026 O'Reilly Series, a move that secures a playoff spot and continues the team’s tradition of on‑track dominance.
Joey Logano won the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, securing his second victory of the 2026 season and moving into the championship top ten. The race also featured strong performances by Chase Briscoe, Austin Cindric, Denny Hamlin, and Chase Elliott, setting the stage for the upcoming New Hampshire showdown.
Joey Logano’s victory at Richmond Raceway propelled him from 20th to ninth in the standings, while teammate Austin Cindric and several rivals locked themselves into the championship field ahead of the final two races.
Ryan Blaney captured pole position with a 121.485 mph lap, while Chase Briscoe and Austin Dillon line up beside him. Denny Hamlin’s 14th‑place start revives memories of a front‑row win not seen since 2016.
The Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway on August 15 will feature a 400‑lap, three‑stage event, with pole position, broadcast details and a deep roster of drivers and teams battling for playoff positioning.
A forecast of showers threatens the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, prompting NASCAR to rely on a blended qualifying metric that could place Ty Gibbs at the front of the grid.
The 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway will feature veteran Josh Bilicki in a solitary open car, underscoring a broader shift in the series’ calendar and qualifying format.
Qualifying for the Iowa Corn 350 delivered a dramatic pole position for Ryan Blaney, a strong lineup from Team Penske and Hendrick Motorsports, and a broadcast plan that includes USA Network and streaming on HBO Max.
Ryan Blaney secured pole position for the Iowa Corn 350 with a top lap of 134.191 mph, edging Kyle Larson and Joey Logano. Brad Keselowski’s qualifying crash may trigger a penalty, and the race will be broadcast live on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET on August 9.
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series wrapped up its 14‑race schedule with a dramatic debut at Iowa Speedway, where Ryan Blaney secured the pole and Ty Gibbs took the championship point. The action now shifts to the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway.
Ty Gibbs captured his second NASCAR Cup Series win at Iowa Speedway, propelling him to second in the standings while Toyota continues to dominate the points table.