The NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs shift to New England with 36 cars confirmed for Sunday’s Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Christopher Bell, fresh from a Bristol victory and holding four wins this season, returns as the defending race winner at the 1.058-mile oval. Bell’s No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota Camry XSE will again carry Rheem colors as he seeks a third career victory at the track in only six starts, adding weight to his championship campaign.
Key Highlights
36 cars entered for the 2025 Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Christopher Bell aims for a third New Hampshire Cup Series win with Rheem sponsorship
Round of 12 playoff drivers include Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, and William Byron
Austin Dillon’s No. 3 features Toys for Tots, Noah Gragson’s No. 4 highlights Farm Rich sponsorship
No teams will be sent home after qualifying due to a full but not oversubscribed field
Christopher Bell Leads the Playoff Charge
Christopher Bell headlines the entry list following a dominant Bristol performance that earned his fourth win of the season. His record at New Hampshire speaks for itself, with two wins in just five prior starts. Bell’s confidence is clear as he looks to maintain momentum.
Playoff Contenders and Notable Entrants
The Round of 12 lineup features heavyweights ready to challenge Bell. Kyle Larson drives the No. 5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, while Denny Hamlin carries Progressive sponsorship on the No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. Ryan Blaney pilots the No. 12 Menards/Libman Ford for Team Penske, joined by teammates Austin Cindric and Joey Logano in the Nos. 2 and 22 Fords.
Hendrick Motorsports fields William Byron in the No. 24 Raptor Chevrolet and Chase Elliott in the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, both focused on advancing deeper into the playoffs. Tyler Reddick represents 23XI Racing with SiriusXM backing on the No. 45 Toyota, while Shane van Gisbergen enters in the No. 88 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet sponsored by Jockey Infinite Cool Underwear, adding international intrigue to the mix.
Sponsors Bring Extra Color
Beyond the playoff drama, several entries stand out for unique sponsorships. Austin Dillon’s No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet proudly supports Toys for Tots, highlighting a charitable partnership. Noah Gragson’s No. 4 Front Row Motorsports Ford features Farm Rich, and Riley Herbst carries BeatBox branding in the No. 35 Toyota for 23XI Racing.
From Kubota on Ross Chastain’s No. 1 Chevrolet to HendrickCars.com on Larson’s machine, the field showcases a diverse sponsor lineup reflective of NASCAR’s broad commercial appeal.
Complete Field Overview
Every corner of the Cup Series garage will be represented. Veterans like Kevin Harvick are absent in 2025, but the blend of proven winners and rising stars remains strong. Erik Jones drives the No. 43 LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Toyota with Family Dollar backing, while Ty Gibbs continues his rookie playoff push in the No. 54 Monster Energy Toyota.
| Car | Driver |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Chastain (P) |
| 2 | Austin Cindric (P) |
| 3 | Austin Dillon |
| 4* | Noah Gragson |
| 5 | Kyle Larson (P) |
| 6 | Brad Keselowski |
| 7 | Justin Haley |
| 8 | Kyle Busch |
| 9 | Chase Elliott (P) |
| 10 | Ty Dillon |
| 11 | Denny Hamlin (P) |
| 12 | Ryan Blaney (P) |
| 16 | AJ Allmendinger |
| 17 | Chris Buescher |
| 19 | Chase Briscoe (P) |
| 20 | Christopher Bell (P) |
| 21 | Josh Berry |
| 22 | Joey Logano (P) |
| 23* | Bubba Wallace (P) |
| 24 | William Byron (P) |
| 34* | Todd Gilliland |
| 35* | Riley Herbst # |
| 38* | Zane Smith |
| 41 | Cole Custer |
| 42 | John Hunter Nemechek |
| 43 | Erik Jones |
| 45* | Tyler Reddick (P) |
| 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 |
RFK Racing fields Brad Keselowski in the No. 6 BuildSubmarines.com Ford alongside Chris Buescher in the No. 17 Kroger Health/Flublok Ford. With 36 cars and no overage, all entrants will take the green flag, ensuring a full grid when the Round of 12 begins its New England chapter.
News in Brief: NASCAR Cup Series Entry List Locked In for Epic New Hampshire Playoff
Thirty-six cars are confirmed for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series Mobil 1 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, the second race in the Round of 12. Christopher Bell, fresh off a Bristol win, seeks his third career New Hampshire victory with Rheem backing on the No. 20 Toyota. Playoff contenders Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, William Byron, Ryan Blaney, and Tyler Reddick lead a stacked field featuring notable sponsors such as Toys for Tots and Farm Rich.
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