Still dealing with vertigo issues, Alex Bowman will be out of the Hendrick Motorsports number 48 car for a second week. Last week at Phoenix, HMS simulator driver Anthony Alfredo took over the driving duties for Bowman; this week JR Motorsports driver and O’Reilly Auto Parts Phoenix winner Justin Allgaier will be driving the number 48 car for the race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Hendrick Motorsports president and general manager Jeff Andrews spoke on Bowman via statement saying, “Alex continues to work closely with doctors toward being medically cleared, but he’s still experiencing some lingering symptoms. He’s put a lot into the recovery process, and we will continue to support him every step of the way. Our priority remains making sure Alex is fully ready before returning to the race car.”
Legacy Motor Club co-owner Jimmie Johnson announced during an episode of “The Morning Drive” that LMC will expand to a three car team beginning with the 2027 racing season.
Previously Legacy Motor Club was known as Richard Petty Motorsports and Petty GMS Motorsports but when seven time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson joined fellow seven time Cup Series champion Richard Petty as co-owners, the name of the team was changed. Johnson became the majority owner in January 2025.
Speaking on “The Morning Drive”, Johnson said, “without question, we will have a third car on the grid next year. Very excited about that. Our commitment to growth will be able to attract and recruit the right individuals to help come in and really grow the workforce for this third car. All the benefits that come with running an additional car will help speed up our process.”
Just four races into the 2026 racing season, it is far too soon for Johnson to make any announcements about driver, crew, and car number.
Tributes continue for former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle who died with his family in a plane crash last December.
RFK Racing has a special tribute planned to honour Biffle at the race at Darlington Raceway on March 22.
The tribute comes in the form of throwback paint schemes that were driven by Biffle during his racing career.
Known as “The Bif”, Biffle drove the number 16 car. The number will be featured as a part of the NASCAR Experience.
Darlington Raceway is also planning a tribute to The Bif.
RFK Racing team President Chip Bowers spoke on Biffle saying, “the memory of Greg Biffle’s adventurous spirit, his fun-loving personality, and his endearing appreciation for his fans will forever be remembered and embraced by the NASCAR community. The three selected throwback color schemes showcased humbly by the number six, number 17, and number 60 represent incredible moments in Greg’s storied career and offer fans, friends, and family alike an opportunity to reflect on the man and the competitor that we’ll forever remember with fondness and reverence. Darlington Raceway, one of Greg’s favorite track, serves as the perfect backdrop for all to relive his indelible impact on sport.”
RFK states,“the number six Solomon Plumbing Ford Mustang Dark Horse pays tribute to one of Biffle’s most recognizable eras, the bold fluorescent accents and styling that defined many of his most competitive seasons. By incorporating the throwback number font and a color direction significant to Biffle’s spirited rise within the organization, the design symbolizes the intensity and determination that made him a foundational figure of the RFK Racing family. This scheme serves as a visual salute to Biffle’s legacy of speed, strength, and unwavering commitment to the number 16 brand that helped elevate Biffle’s career to national prominence.”
RFK continues, “the number 17 Fifth Third Bank Ford Mustang Dark Horse honors Biffle’s multi-series success with a look inspired by his celebrated NASCAR Cup Series Pole at Texas Motor Speedway in 2011, one of the foundations of his ascent within the RFK Racing family. The clean blue palette and crisp styling pay homage to the early career achievements that cemented Biffle as a future star and loyal competitor. By adopting the tribute number style and nodding to his journey through the ranks, this scheme recognizes the depth of Biffle’s contributions across NASCAR’s national series and the pride he brought to RFK Racing throughout each stage of his career. “
RFK concluded, “the number 60 Kroger / Oscar Mayer / Heinz Ford Mustang Dark Horse takes inspiration from one of Biffle’s most iconic and beloved RFK Racing liveries, specifically seen running as the 2009 primary scheme and the Daytona 500, the vibrant number 16 car that delivered memorable wins and solidified his status as one of the team’s most accomplished drivers. The bright yellow energy beams and bold red and black detailing embody the visual identity of Biffle’s peak Cup Series seasons, when his persistence made him a prevailing contender. This scheme serves as a heartfelt tribute to Biffle’s enduring impact on the RFK Racing legacy, bringing fans back to the moments and victories that defined a generation.
Greg Biffle was a part of the team for over 10 years when it was Jack Roush Racing.