Jimmie Johnson Announces Number Change and Expansion Plans for Legacy Motor Club in Final NASCAR Cup Series
Jimmie Johnson set for major number change in final NASCAR Cup Series with Legacy Motor Club
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Jimmie Johnson, the seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, revealed that his final race number will be #13, honoring his past victories. Additionally, he announced plans for Legacy Motor Club to expand to a third full-time entry in the upcoming season, enhancing their competitive edge.
- 01Jimmie Johnson will race with number #13 in his last Cup Series appearance.
- 02The number #13 holds personal significance for Johnson, linked to his first win.
- 03Legacy Motor Club will expand to a third full-time entry starting in the 2027 season.
- 04The team currently fields two full-time drivers: John Hunter Nemechek and Erik Jones.
- 05Johnson's team is still seeking its first victory in the Cup Series.
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Jimmie Johnson, a celebrated figure in NASCAR with seven championships, announced significant changes ahead of his final Cup Series race with Legacy Motor Club. He will adopt the number 13, a choice that reflects personal milestones in his career, including his first win. The number was previously used in the 2024 and 2025 seasons by drivers AJ Allmendinger and Shane van Gisbergen. Johnson also confirmed that Legacy Motor Club will expand to include a third full-time entry in the 2027 season, enhancing their competitive presence. Currently, the team fields two full-time drivers: John Hunter Nemechek in the #42 Toyota and Erik Jones in the #43 Camry XSE. Johnson expressed excitement about the growth potential this expansion brings, aiming to improve their performance and attract new talent. The team is still in pursuit of its first victory and will compete next at Texas Motor Speedway on May 3, 2026.
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The expansion of Legacy Motor Club to a third car could enhance the team's competitiveness, potentially leading to better performance and increased fan engagement.
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