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Corey Day Joins Hendrick Motorsports for 2026 NASCAR Season

11/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Corey Day will drive the No. 17 car for Hendrick Motorsports in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026.
Day, 20, has a racing background, aiming to establish himself against seasoned competitors.
He praised crew chief Adam Wall for support and leadership.
Cup Series drivers earn an average of $411,000 per race, versus $68,000 for O’Reilly drivers.
Kyle Larson recently won the Cup Series championship, boosting his earnings.

History

Historical Context

The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series marked its 73rd season, culminating in Kyle Larson's championship win on November 7, 2021, after a record 10 victories. This season highlighted financial disparities, with Cup Series drivers averaging $411,000 per race compared to $68,000 for O’Reilly Auto Parts Series drivers. The competitive landscape continues to evolve, impacting sponsorship and team dynamics as new drivers like Corey Day enter the scene.

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Story summary

Corey Day will drive the No. 17 car for Hendrick Motorsports in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026.
Day, 20, has a racing background, aiming to establish himself against seasoned competitors.
He praised crew chief Adam Wall for support and leadership.
Cup Series drivers earn an average of $411,000 per race, versus $68,000 for O’Reilly drivers.
Kyle Larson recently won the Cup Series championship, boosting his earnings.

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