Josh Berry and Wood Brothers Racing have introduced a new partnership with Advance Auto Parts, unveiling plans for the company to serve as the primary sponsor on Berry’s No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse at the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400, set to take place at Dover Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 20. The Josh Berry Advance Auto Parts partnership marks a significant collaboration as Berry builds upon his career in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Advance Auto Parts Extends Footprint in Motorsports
Advance Auto Parts, a well-established automotive aftermarket parts supplier, maintains over 4,300 store locations throughout the United States, as well as additional stores in Canada, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The brand is already widely recognized within the racing community for its sponsorship of the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series, which supports local race tracks in both the United States and Canada. This effort underscores the company’s longstanding commitment to grassroots motorsports across the continent.
Berry’s Connection with Advance Auto Parts
Josh Berry’s relationship with Advance Auto Parts dates back to 2020 when he captured the national championship in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. That achievement played a pivotal role in advancing Berry’s path toward NASCAR’s highest levels. This history adds special meaning to his current opportunity to represent Advance Auto Parts at Dover Motor Speedway.
“To have Advance Auto Parts on board at Dover is really special to me,”
—Josh Berry, Driver
“They’ve done so much to support grassroots racing across the country, and I’m proud to have won the Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series championship back in 2020. It means a lot to now represent them at the Cup level with Wood Brothers Racing.”
—Josh Berry, Driver
Wood Brothers Racing Praises the Partnership
Wood Brothers Racing president Jon Wood highlighted the synergy between Berry’s background and Advance Auto Parts’ dedication to the racing community. According to Wood, the partnership reflects shared values tied to grassroots racing and the system that helped develop Berry as a racer.
“Advance Auto Parts has been a tremendous supporter in raising the profile of short track racing across the country for the past several years, and this partnership aligns perfectly with Josh’s background,”
—Jon Wood, President, Wood Brothers Racing
“He’s a product of the system they’ve supported and continues to represent the values of grassroots racing. We’re proud to have Advance Auto Parts on board the No. 21 car at Dover.”
—Jon Wood, President, Wood Brothers Racing
From Grassroots Champion to Cup Series Contender
Earlier this year, Berry celebrated his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, further solidifying his position in NASCAR’s premier division. The new collaboration with Advance Auto Parts demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting both up-and-coming and established drivers alike.
“Josh’s journey from the local short tracks to the Cup Series embodies the spirit of what Advance Auto Parts stands for,”
—Bruce Starnes, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchant, Advance Auto Parts
“We’re proud to support him and to align with one of the most iconic teams in the sport in Wood Brothers Racing.”
—Bruce Starnes, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchant, Advance Auto Parts
Dover Race Weekend Details
The No. 21 Advance Auto Parts Ford Mustang Dark Horse will first take to the track at Dover Motor Speedway for practice and qualifying on Saturday, July 19 at 1:35 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the main event, the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400, on Sunday, July 20, beginning at 2 p.m. ET. Broadcast coverage will be available on TNT Sports, the Performance Racing Network, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
The Josh Berry Advance Auto Parts partnership not only highlights Berry’s journey from grassroots racing to the big stage, but also underscores Advance Auto Parts’ dedication to the sport’s future and tradition. With the support of partners like Wood Brothers Racing and Advance Auto Parts, Berry continues to advance his career and inspire others within the motorsports community.
