Haas announces expansion plans for NASCAR team ahead of 2027 season
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Haas Factory Team revealed plans to add a third full-time entry to its NASCAR O'Reilly Series team starting in 2027, to be driven by Dean Thompson. The announcement took place at Iowa Speedway on August 8, 2026. Additionally, team president Joe Custer spoke about the future of the team's current NASCAR Cup Series entry, driven by Cole Custer. The expansion reflects Haas's commitment to strengthening its presence in NASCAR.
- •Haas plans to add a third entry for the NASCAR O'Reilly Series in 2027.
- •Dean Thompson will pilot the new entry for Haas.
- •Team president Joe Custer addressed the future of the Cup Series operation.
- •Haas currently operates one full-time entry in the NASCAR Cup Series.
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"At Iowa Speedway on Saturday, Haas Factory Team announced plans to expand its NASCAR O'Reilly Series team with a third full-time entry for 2027, piloted by Dean Thompson. The team also runs one full-time entry in the NASCAR Cup Series, driven by Cole Custer. During the announcement, team president Joe Custer — Cole’s father — also addressed the future of Haas’s Cup operation. Haas is ...Keep reading
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