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Haas Team Shifts to Chevrolet, Partners with Hendrick

9/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

Starting in 2026, Haas Factory Team will transition from Ford to Chevrolet for NASCAR operations.
The team will collaborate with Hendrick Motorsports, utilizing their engines.
Drivers Cole Custer, Sheldon Creed, and Sam Mayer will continue with the team.
Team president Joe Custer expressed gratitude to Ford and optimism for the Chevrolet partnership.
Gene Haas highlighted the importance of returning to Chevrolet, while Rick Hendrick called it a "homecoming."

History

Historical Context

In 2002, NASCAR's introduction of the Car of Tomorrow transformed vehicle design and competition. Ford supported various teams, including Haas, which later switched to Chevrolet, reflecting a trend of teams changing manufacturers for better performance. This shift is significant as it reshapes alliances and intensifies rivalries among manufacturers, influencing future racing strategies and dynamics in the sport.

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Story summary

Starting in 2026, Haas Factory Team will transition from Ford to Chevrolet for NASCAR operations.
The team will collaborate with Hendrick Motorsports, utilizing their engines.
Drivers Cole Custer, Sheldon Creed, and Sam Mayer will continue with the team.
Team president Joe Custer expressed gratitude to Ford and optimism for the Chevrolet partnership.
Gene Haas highlighted the importance of returning to Chevrolet, while Rick Hendrick called it a "homecoming."

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