Erik Jones crew chief update: LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has appointed Justin Alexander as the new crew chief for the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE, a move set to take effect immediately as the team prepares for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series. The leadership change, unveiled before the new season, reflects the organization’s drive to bolster on-track performance and adapt for continued success.
Justin Alexander Joins as Crew Chief for Erik Jones
Justin Alexander steps into the crew chief position after a veteran career in NASCAR, succeeding Ben Beshore who served alongside Erik Jones since late 2024. Under Beshore’s guidance, Jones and the team achieved significant results in 2025, finishing with four top-five and five top-ten finishes.
Beshore, a respected figure with over two decades in the sport, transitions to a pivotal new role as the Director of Race Engineering at LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, supporting broader team development.
Alexander’s Background and Experience
Alexander’s reputation in race leadership is underscored by his record: five Cup Series wins, 18 top-five results, and 54 top-ten finishes. Prior to taking the reins as a crew chief, he worked closely with team owner Jimmie Johnson, first as a shock specialist and later as chief engineer, demonstrating his expertise in vehicle dynamics and performance strategy.
“We’re continuing to evolve and refine every part of our race program, and Justin is a tremendous addition to our crew chief lineup,”
said Jimmie Johnson, owner of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
“His experience, communication style, and leadership align perfectly with the direction we’re headed. We appreciate Ben’s hard work and look forward to his continued contributions as he transitions into his new role.”
– Jimmie Johnson, Owner, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
Expectations and Further Organizational Moves
The executive team at LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has emphasized a strategic focus on growth for 2026. Cal Wells III, CEO, stated,
“Justin is a proven race winner, and we believe there’s the potential for a strong chemistry with Erik (Jones).”
– Cal Wells III, Chief Executive Officer, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
“We’ll also have Ben raising all ships with the performance engineering group. With all these changes, we’re hoping to continue the growth we saw in 2025.”
– Cal Wells III, Chief Executive Officer, LEGACY MOTOR CLUB.
Additionally, the CLUB appointed Scott Roggenbauer, previously Chief Financial Officer, as its new Chief Operating Officer. Roggenbauer brings experience from previous tenures at Haas F1 and ABC Technologies, rounding out the leadership reshuffle.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season
These moves signal LEGACY MOTOR CLUB’s commitment to both talent and organizational structure as they prepare for the season opener—the Cook Out Clash—set for February 1, 2026, at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston Salem, N.C. The race will mark the on-track debut of the new team leadership, broadcast on FOX, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90).
The proactive approach in announcing the Erik Jones crew chief update gives the organization time to build momentum and refine strategies before competition resumes, raising expectations for a successful 2026 campaign.
