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Haas Factory Team announces expansion plans amid shutdown rumors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:41 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Haas Factory Team announces expansion plans amid shutdown rumors

Summary

On August 8, Haas Factory Team President Joe Custer confirmed the team's commitment to NASCAR and announced the addition of Dean Thompson to their O’Reilly lineup. These announcements come amid prior speculation about the team's potential shutdown. Custer stated that they are determined to prove themselves as a single-car operation after struggling in the standings this season. The team is focusing on improving their performance with a technical alliance with Hendrick Motorsports, despite previously rumored plans for a shutdown. Custer reiterated their commitment to the Cup Series, emphasizing the strong backing from owner Gene Haas and their driver.

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By the Numbers

•Joe Custer announced continued commitment to NASCAR on August 8.
•Dean Thompson joins Haas Factory Team's O’Reilly lineup.
•Cole Custer currently ranks 30th in standings with no top 10 finishes.
•Team partners with Hendrick Motorsports for technical support.
•Haas intends to improve performance under a single-car model.

Latest Updates

5:41 PMYahoo Sports — “We’re Not Happy” – Cup Team President Publicly Rubbishes Shutdown Rumors in Bold NASCAR Announcement

What they're saying

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There were rumors at the start of the year that Gene Haas was done with NASCAR. But when reports began circulating that the Haas Factory Team was shutting down its operations, they said nothing, choosing instead to wait for the right moment to hit back.
— Yahoo Sports

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