Chevrolet

Chevrolet is the most successful and renowned manufacturer in NASCAR history, with a deeply rooted legacy in the sport spanning over seven decades. Competing primarily in the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, Chevrolet has built a reputation for performance, innovation, and consistent winning. As of 2025, Chevrolet continues its dominant presence in NASCAR, supplying advanced race cars and engines to top teams and drivers across all national series.

Early Days and Background in NASCAR

Chevrolet’s involvement in NASCAR dates back to the inception of the series in 1949. The brand quickly made its mark with production-based race cars and enjoyed early success with models such as the Chevrolet Bel Air and Biscayne during the 1950s. Chevrolet secured its first NASCAR Cup Series manufacturer championship in 1958 and went on to set a record streak of 13 consecutive titles from 2003 to 2015. Over the decades, Chevrolet has continuously innovated the stock car platform, transitioning through multiple generations of race cars culminating in the current Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and Toyota Camry XSE partnerships, with Chevrolet powering leading teams such as Hendrick Motorsports.

Driver Lineup and Car Details (2025)

In 2025, Chevrolet remains the manufacturer for several prominent NASCAR teams, fielding the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the Cup Series. Key drivers and teams using Chevrolet machinery include:

• No. 5 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Kyle Larson (Hendrick Motorsports), crew chief Cliff Daniels

• No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Chase Elliott (Hendrick Motorsports), crew chief Alan Gustafson

• No. 24 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – William Byron (Hendrick Motorsports), crew chief Chad Knaus

• No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Alex Bowman (Hendrick Motorsports), crew chief Greg Ives

• No. 8 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Kyle Busch (Richard Childress Racing), crew chief Randall Burnett

These cars run under Chevrolet’s manufacturer program with technical support and competitive engines developed by Hendrick Motorsports and other affiliated engine programs. The Camaro ZL1 serves as Chevrolet’s flagship model in NASCAR, embodying advanced aerodynamics and engineering tailored for racing performance.

Net Worth

Chevrolet’s net worth as a brand spans beyond NASCAR, as a major division of General Motors. While specific NASCAR-related revenues and valuations are not publicly broken down, Chevrolet’s motorsports investments are substantial. The manufacturer holds lucrative contracts with top teams and receives significant brand exposure via sponsorships, merchandise, and licensing. Chevrolet’s long-term investment in NASCAR aligns with its strategic market positioning as a high-performance, reliable automotive brand.

Legacy in NASCAR

Chevrolet’s legacy in NASCAR is unmatched:

• NASCAR Cup Series: Holds the record with 42 manufacturer championships, more than 850 race victories, and 33 driver championships as of 2025. Chevrolet’s dominance includes historic models such as the Bel Air and modern legends like the Camaro ZL1.

• NASCAR Xfinity Series: Chevrolet dominates with 25 Bill France Performance Cup manufacturer titles, showcasing strong presence and support in NASCAR’s intermediate series.

• NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series: The brand has captured 11 manufacturer championships, underscoring its broad competitive strength across NASCAR divisions.

Chevrolet teams and drivers have been instrumental in advancing NASCAR technology and competition, fostering generations of champions and breaking numerous records.

Recent Controversies

Chevrolet as a manufacturer has maintained a generally clean reputation with no major controversies directly involving its NASCAR program reported in recent years. As a corporate entity, Chevrolet focuses on compliance with NASCAR regulations and innovation within technical rules. Any challenges faced are typically linked to team-level incidents rather than manufacturer-level disputes.

Key Highlights from Season 2024 and 2025

• 2024: Chevrolet swept all three NASCAR manufacturer championships—Cup, Xfinity, and Truck Series—a historic second consecutive sweep, reinforcing its status as NASCAR’s winningest brand. The brand powered multiple race wins, including marquee victories with Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott, and other top drivers. Chevrolet’s engineering innovations with the Next Gen Camaro ZL1 elevated performance metrics across its teams.

• 2025 (to date): Chevrolet continues its dominance with a strong Cup Series presence, highlighted by several race wins and a competitive showing in playoffs. Hendrick Motorsports drivers Larson and Elliott have posted multiple top finishes, while Kyle Busch remains a strong contender. Chevrolet secured its 42nd Cup manufacturer championship in 2023, confirming sustained supremacy as of 2025. The brand remains heavily invested in engineering excellence, including extensive use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and driver-in-the-loop simulators to refine the Next Gen car’s performance.