Shane van Gisbergen’s hot streak continues as the NASCAR Cup Series rolls into Dover Motor Speedway for Race 21 of the season. With the field now set, fans will see 37 cars take the green flag this Sunday, including familiar names, full-time teams, and a notable open entry. Van Gisbergen, coming off his back-to-back wins, will look to break new ground, while JJ Yeley’s return adds an interesting twist to the lineup. But there’s more at stake than just the entry count.
Key Highlights
37 cars entered for the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover
No drivers will be sent home following qualifying due to sub-40-car field
Shane van Gisbergen aims for his first NASCAR oval win after back-to-back road course victories
JJ Yeley enters as the lone “Open” car in the No. 44 NY Racing Chevrolet
This marks the 21st race of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season
SVG Continues Momentum Into Dover
Fresh off a dominant road course run, Shane van Gisbergen will take the wheel of the No. 88 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet this Sunday in search of his first oval track win in the NASCAR Cup Series. After conquering the field at both Chicago and Sonoma, the New Zealander’s presence is commanding more attention than ever. Though road courses have been his forte, Dover will test his adaptability on concrete—a surface known for being tough on newcomers and veterans alike.
Van Gisbergen has proven that his skill set translates quickly to the NASCAR environment. In just a short span, he’s equaled the 2025 season win count of Cup veterans like Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, and Christopher Bell. The next question: Can he do it on an oval?
JJ Yeley Returns as the Lone Open Entry
The preliminary entry list includes 36 full-time chartered teams and one open team: JJ Yeley in the No. 44 NY Racing Chevrolet. Yeley’s entry will not be bumped from the grid, as the total field remains under NASCAR’s 40-car maximum. This will mark Yeley’s sixth start of the 2025 season.
While NY Racing has operated sporadically in recent years, its presence continues to be welcomed by those who appreciate underdog efforts. With no qualifying cut looming, Yeley’s focus will solely be on race pace and execution at the Monster Mile.
Full Roster: A Look at the 37-Car Lineup
Here is the complete entry list for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover Motor Speedway:
| Car | Driver |
| 1 | Ross Chastain |
| 2 | Austin Cindric |
| 3 | Austin Dillon |
| 4 | Noah Gragson |
| 5 | Kyle Larson |
| 6 | Brad Keselowski |
| 7 | Justin Haley |
| 8 | Kyle Busch |
| 9 | Chase Elliott |
| 10 | Ty Dillon |
| 11 | Denny Hamlin |
| 12 | Ryan Blaney |
| 16 | AJ Allmendinger |
| 17 | Chris Buescher |
| 19 | Chase Briscoe |
| 20 | Christopher Bell |
| 21 | Josh Berry |
| 22 | Joey Logano |
| 23 | Bubba Wallace |
| 24 | William Byron |
| 34 | Todd Gilliland |
| 35 | Riley Herbst |
| 38 | Zane Smith |
| 41 | Cole Custer |
| 42 | John Hunter Nemechek |
| 43 | Erik Jones |
| 44 | JJ Yeley |
| 45 | Tyler Reddick |
| 47 | Ricky Stenhouse Jr. |
| 48 | Alex Bowman |
| 51 | Cody Ware |
| 54 | Ty Gibbs |
| 60 | Ryan Preece |
| 71 | Michael McDowell |
| 77 | Carson Hocevar |
| 88 | Shane van Gisbergen |
| 99 | Daniel Suarez |
Storylines Heading into Dover
Beyond the return of SVG and Yeley’s underdog appearance, several other narratives are emerging. Ty Dillon remains alive in the In-Season Challenge as a No. 32 seed, aiming for a million-dollar run few saw coming. Meanwhile, playoff hopefuls like Erik Jones and AJ Allmendinger seek to reverse recent slumps as the regular season passes its halfway mark.
Dover’s concrete surface and one-mile length have historically led to physical, caution-filled races—traits that reward veterans but can also create opportunities for surprises. With only six regular-season races left after this, the playoff battle is intensifying across the grid.
News in Brief: Full NASCAR Cup Dover 2025 Entry List
Thirty-seven drivers are confirmed for the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover Motor Speedway, with no teams at risk of missing the race due to entry limits. Shane van Gisbergen returns in the No. 88 Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing as he seeks his third consecutive victory—and first oval win—in the Cup Series. JJ Yeley enters as the lone “Open” driver with NY Racing. The field includes all 36 chartered entries and will mark the 21st event in the 36-race 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. Sunday’s race will air at 2 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max.
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