Hendrick Motorsports announces return of neon yellow car numbers for 2027
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Hendrick Motorsports will reintroduce neon yellow car numbers for the 2027 NASCAR season. This change reflects the team's storied history, with numerous titles won while featuring these iconic numbers. Jimmie Johnson's No. 48 and Jeff Gordon's No. 24 were both adorned with neon yellow as they captured championships. Fans can anticipate seeing this distinctive design return to the track in future races.
- •Hendrick Motorsports will use neon yellow numbers starting in 2027.
- •Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon achieved championships with yellow numbers.
- •The decision is tied to the team's historic success in NASCAR.
- 8:31 PMMotorsport.com — Hendrick to bring back iconic neon yellow car numbers for 2027
"No team in NASCAR history has more wins and championships than Hendrick Motorsports, and many of those wins came while sporting neon yellow car numbers. Jimmie Johnson's five consecutive titles between 2006 and 2010 came with a neon yellow No. 48 on the side of his Chevrolet. All four of Jeff Gordon's Cup titles also has a yellow No. 24, and it was the same for Chase Elliott when he earned his ...Keep reading
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