Starting in the 2027 season, Hendrick Motorsports, the most successful team in NASCAR history, will revive the iconic neon yellow car numbers that marked a dominant era in the championship. This decision is based on the team’s legacy and its famous association with these colors during its most glorious years.
The neon yellow numbers have been present at crucial moments for the team, including the five consecutive titles of Jimmie Johnson between 2006 and 2010 with his number 48, and they also accompanied Jeff Gordon in his four championship victories. Additionally, Chase Elliott secured his first title in 2020 with number 9, which also featured the same color on the doors of his vehicle.
Although in recent years the neon yellow color had diminished in presence, with only William Byron using it occasionally, the organization has decided to adopt it again for all of its vehicles. This includes not only the NASCAR Cup races, with drivers Kyle Larson (number 5), Chase Elliott (number 9), Byron (number 24), and Alex Bowman (number 48), but also the number 17 from NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series of Corey Day.
Founded in 1984, Hendrick Motorsports has accumulated a total of 323 victories in the NASCAR Cup, as well as 15 championships, an unbeaten record. It has also won the prestigious Daytona 500 on 10 occasions and the Coca-Cola 600 12 times, among other major events.
Moreover, the team recently announced the signing of young prospect Connor Zilisch as the future driver of number 48 starting in 2028, replacing Bowman, who will retire from full-time competition after the 2027 season.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
